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Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private

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TV, DVD player, stereo
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private

If you are looking to retreat from the stresses of suburbia and to enjoy the simple pleasure of being in the country-side then this is the accommodation for you.

A self-servicing luxury farm stay cottage offers peace and quiet, privacy, seclusion, tranquility. Set in rural landscape with views across farmland to the sea to the north and Mt Taranaki to the south. The sound of birds in the bush and of the creek nearby are the only things to interrupt the silence. Alpacas may seek your company at the window and then return to grazing with their herd.

Just 10kms from New Plymouth, the many attractions Taranaki has to offer are close by, eg beaches, mountains, gardens, golf courses, Pukekura Park, Bowl of Brooklands, Pukeiti Gardens, Pukeariki Museum, Len Lye Art Gallery.

Facilities include double bed accommodation for 3 couples (2 queen-size beds in each bedroom, and a foldout couch in the lounge) and there are roll-out beds in addition. Hot Spring Spa/Jaccuzi. Fully equipped kitchen and laundry. Gas heating. Entertainment facilities include Sky TV, ipod dock, Blue Ray player.

Bush and farm walks near the retreat.
Special conditions:
Small children need to be supervised on deck

Usual farm hazards exist eg electric fences, water troughs, uneven ground, pond and waterways. Caution required.

Smoking permitted outside ONLY

Property manager

Trish and Neil Watson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rug in room
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Young children will need to be closely supervised.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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About the area

Map
New Plymouth, New Plymouth

Restaurants

  • Locals Cafe
  • High Tide
  • Black Sand Pizzeria and Bistro
  • Cafe Mantra
  • Back Yard Maintenance

Frequently asked questions

Is Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private located?

Situated near the beach in the city centre, this cottage is close to Pouakai Zoo Park and Hurworth Cottage. Area attractions also include Ringcraft Moana and Oakura Beach.

Alpaca Farm Retreat - secluded and private Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 139 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

george o., Golden BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Supper Amazing
Couldn’t ask for a better place, hosts were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C., Fitzroy North

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Isolation
Great location between the mountain and sea. Very spacious and comfortable accommodation stocked with everything one needs for a home away from home stay. Great communication and consideration demonstrated from Trish. The family loved the place, all for different reasons.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Happy Place
Just watching the alpacas makes you happy at this farm. The house was well appointed with everything we needed. An easy drive into New Plymouth with all it has to offer. Would definitely recommend The Alpaca Retreat. We have enjoyed it twice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Understated luxury
The photos do not do justice to this property. The accommodation and amenities are superb, and the location is sublime. Having the Alpacas around was the cherry on top. Not to mention the hawks overhead and viewing the stars in a nice dark sky. Would love to return for another stay some time.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay at the alpaca retreat!
We had an amazing time staying at the alpaca retreat! The alpacas we grazing in the field around the house and could be seen from all the windows along with the beautiful views. The home was clean and very well equipped for our group and we enjoyed a very memorable Christmas there. I will suggest this place to anyone I know traveling. Tom the area. Thank you Trish.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

clare z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing break
Easy access, tranquil setting, well appointed rooms and clever layout, stocked with everything we needed (even bakeware) to enjoy a relaxing break. Thanks very much :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Polly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely getaway
Great little getaway just a few mins from New Plymouth and Oakura. Clean and well appointed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katheryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Farm Retreat
The cottage had everything we needed, and was an amazing place for rest and relaxation. Far enough for tranquility, but near enough for getting supplies. The alpacas were definitely amazing and super cute. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elke M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
Absolutely loved staying here! Very relaxing 😌.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Taranaki Garden Festival Accomodation
A lovely location and excellent facility. Some problem with TV going off every 30 minutes and not straight forward to regain reception. Unable to get boiling water facility in master bedroom to work.. Alpacas didn't seem to like the food treat provided. Ha ha. Overall we would recommend Alpaca Retreat to anyone looking for first class accomodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Adrianne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rural with extras
Really enjoyed the rural aspects peace and quiet no traffic noise lovely quality furnishings appliances and cottage building unable to fit in a walk through the alpaca herds the alpacas were friendly and inquisitive while being near the cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene and idyllic
A beautiful spot to get off the grid. Not too far from central New Plymouth and the views are spectacular. The spa was a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot
This property was perfect for our base for the Junior motorcross championship,which was only 10 minutes away.The Spa at the end of the day was fantastic,and the rural outlook was great.Having Sky sport was a bonus to watch Bathurst on the Sunday. Would recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joao S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway, perfect location
Awesome property and house, extremely comfortable, great sun and spa, wonderful sounds of waterfall right in front.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chaise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A++ highly recommend
We all enjoyed our stay here very well setup comfy and cosy enjoyed the spa we will return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
We loved our time at this house! House was very warm and clean, great for kids, Alpacas were friendly. We didn’t want to leave, and we will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Heather O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alpaca your bags
This place was great. We loved hanging out with and feeding the alpacas. The spa was also a hit. Make sure if you are coffee drinkers you come with coffee and milk, as none was provided for us (instant coffee sachets were there). Great setup for 2 couples. Nice rural setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect country escape
Amazing property with everything you need. The kids loved the alpacas and the outlook from the farm was the perfect antidote to our manic city lives. Beautiful part of the country.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jared R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bliss in the Countryside
An absolutely gorgeous cottage - set in acres of verdant farmlands, with views of both ocean and volcano. We loved the outdoor dining area, barbecue and spa bath - perfect for soothing post-hiking muscles. The cottage is aptly names after the curious and very cute creatures that graze in the lush paddocks surrounding the cottage. Worth saving for your visit…
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent visit
Amazing time from the time we opened the door till the time we locked it, Awesome location, wicked views, very tidy modern place and Alpacas are pretty cool bonus with the hand feeding,, look forward to staying again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect country getaway!
Had a great time staying here. The cottage is perfect for a comfortable stay, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Wonderful snd peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our most favourite stay! Fully equipped home with all the small details thought of. Beautiful and modern. Peaceful and relaxing and would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a nice retreat from a busy lifestyle! Alpaca’s were so cute and friendly! Unfortunately, 2 nights wasn’t long enough. We didn’t want to leave. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Alpaca retreat
We have this property on a number of occasions and this is one of our favourite places in NZ. The location is great, the property has everything and the Alpaca's are always a bonus!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of paradise
We had an amazing time at this property and highly recommend. The house was modern, comfortable and spacious and had everything we needed. We loved spending our day at the beach and exploring to come back to a secluded and very relaxing setting... we will definitely visit again 🙂
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022