Off the Beaten Track offers a selection of gorgeous handpicked rural properties, perfect for a special escape and the best bit is, you won’t find any of them on a main road in New Zealand. Our places are unique, private and secluded and provide unforgettable memories from the moment you leave your house and come to one of ours.
The best holidays and experiences really are Off the Beaten Track!

Michele Connell
Founder
Off the Beaten Track
(Kiwi dairy farmer proudly supporting other kiwis)
 
SPECIALS
Everyone likes a special, and we have some great deals to get Off the Beaten Track! Browse our collection
below of great incentives to treat yourself. Keep checking in as these are updated regularly.


BOOK 4 PAY 3
Stunning Historic Retreat
Stunning Historic Re...
VILLA | HISTORIC HOMESTEAD | F...
Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 10 • From $100 per night
BOOK 4 PAY 3
Rustic Country Haven
Rustic Country Haven
COTTAGE | COUNTRY WALKS | RURA...
Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 7 • From $120 per night
BOOK 3 PAY 2
Breakwater Room
Breakwater Room
BED AND BREAKFAST | BOUTIQUE |...
Nine Mile, West Coast
Sleeps up to 2 • From $385 per night
BOOK 3 PAY 2
Beachfront Bliss - Driftwood Room
Beachfront Bliss - D...
BED AND BREAKFAST | BOUTIQUE |...
Nine Mile, West Coast
Sleeps up to 3 • From $405 per night
TWO NIGHT SPECIAL
Kotare's Ensuite Guest Room
Kotare's Ensuite Gue...
BED AND BREAKFAST | ACCESSIBLE...
Geraldine Downs, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $325 per night
BOOK 3 PAY 2
Beachfront Bliss - Sunset Room
Beachfront Bliss - S...
BED AND BREAKFAST | BOUTIQUE |...
Nine Mile, West Coast
Sleeps up to 2 • From $405 per night
BOOK 4 PAY 3
Unwind in Comfort
Unwind in Comfort
FARMSTAY | UNPLUG | AUTHENTIC ...
Weston, Oamaru
Sleeps up to 2 • From $170 per night
SWEET AS FOR THE FAMILY
Escape with the family for some quality time making great forever memories. Connect the kids with the outdoors
and fun things to do that will get them offline, off the grid and off the couch


Homestead in the Country
Homestead in the Cou...
FARMSTAY | RURAL LOCATION | HO...
Otago, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 8 • From $400 per night
The Hunter's Shack
The Hunter's Shack
CABIN | FARMSTAY | HUNTING
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 per night
Waiheke Island Retreat
Waiheke Island Retre...
LODGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY | BEAC...
Auckland, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 9 • From $380 per night
Hilltop Ocean and Valley Views
Hilltop Ocean and Va...
COTTAGE | HISTORIC SITE | WALK...
Papatowai, Otago
Sleeps up to 4 • From $230 per night
Peace and Quiet Hut  (up to 6 Guests)
Peace and Quiet Hut ...
HUT | GOLD PANNING | PETS WELC...
Wakamarina, Marlborough
Sleeps up to 6 • From $90 per night
Countryside Lodge (Up to 10 Guests)
Countryside Lodge (U...
LUXURY | LUXURY | FARM TOUR | ...
Karapiro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 10 • From $1,200 per night
Warm and Cosy Log Cabin
Warm and Cosy Log Ca...
CABIN | RIVER ACCESS | WALKING...
Waihi, Waikato
Sleeps up to 12 • From $250 per night
Rangitikei River Rooms - Garden Suite
Rangitikei River Roo...
LODGE | RAFTING | HORSE TREK |...
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 3 • From $200 per night
ROMANTIC RETREATS
Whether you want to mark a special occasion or simply find that perfect escape combining privacy, serenity
and a little bit of luxury to share with the one you love.


Spacious Garden Retreat
Spacious Garden Retr...
BED AND BREAKFAST | GARDEN VIE...
Hamurana, Bay Of Plenty
From $250 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Calm Fernside B&B
Calm Fernside B&B
BED AND BREAKFAST | PETS WELCO...
Fernside, Canterbury
From $175 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
COTTAGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY OR R...
Te Miro, Waikato
From $220 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Cosy Cottage Off the Grid
Cosy Cottage Off the...
CABIN | OFF THE GRID - NO POWE...
Aongatete, Bay Of Plenty
From $190 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Rewa Hut
Rewa Hut
HUT | NATIVE BUSH | COUPLES | ...
Okoki, Taranaki
From $200 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Te Awa Glamping
Te Awa Glamping
LUXURY | LUXURY GLAMPING | HAM...
Taumarunui, Manawatu-Whanganui
From $460 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Wilderness Hut
Wilderness Hut
GLAMPING | COUPLES | OFF THE G...
Erua, Manawatu-Whanganui
From $200 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Charming Island Escape
Charming Island Esca...
LUXURY | ROMANCE | RELAXATION ...
Nelson, New Zealand
From $190 per night
Sleeps up to 2
GET OFF THE GRID
Leave the world behind! Unplug, disconnect, leave the devices at home and take the opportunity to connect
with nature somewhere in the middle of New Zealand nowhere.


Blue Water Hideaway
Blue Water Hideaway
PRIVATE ROOM | LUXURY | OFF TH...
Marlborough, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
Luxury Waterfall & Native Bush Glamping
Luxury Waterfall & N...
LUXURY | WAKE UP TO BIRD SONG ...
Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand
Sleeps up to 4 • From $250 per night
Waitomo Riverside Cabin
Waitomo Riverside Ca...
GUEST HOUSE | RIVERSIDE | ROMA...
Piopio, Waikato
Sleeps up to 5 • From $345 per night
Peace and Quiet Hut  (up to 6 Guests)
Peace and Quiet Hut ...
HUT | GOLD PANNING | PETS WELC...
Wakamarina, Marlborough
Sleeps up to 6 • From $90 per night
Starlight Valley Glamping
Starlight Valley Gla...
GLAMPING | WALKING TRAILS | BR...
Thames, Coromandel
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 per night
Rural Luxury B&B - Kakapo Wing
Rural Luxury B&B - K...
BED AND BREAKFAST | SHARE THE ...
Bombay, Auckland
Sleeps up to 3 • From $149 per night
BOOK 4 PAY 3
Stunning Historic Retreat
Stunning Historic Re...
VILLA | HISTORIC HOMESTEAD | F...
Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 10 • From $100 per night
Willow trees and river views [Park Site]
Willow trees and riv...
PARK SITE | WALKING TRACKS | F...
Broomfield, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 2 • From $35 per night
FURRY FRIENDS WELCOME
Getaways are not the same when you have to leave someone special at home. These properties have lots of space
to get outdoors and welcome all members of your family, including the furry ones.


Private Boutique Manor
Private Boutique Man...
LUXURY | LUXURY LISTING | DOGS...
Waingawa, Wellington
Sleeps up to 10 • From $500 per night
Peace and Quiet Hut  (up to 4 Guests)
Peace and Quiet Hut ...
HUT | GOLD PANNING | PETS WELC...
Wakamarina, Marlborough
Sleeps up to 4 • From $70 per night
Tranquil Villa in the Hills
Tranquil Villa in th...
VILLA | RURAL VIEWS | PEACEFUL...
Pohokura, Taranaki
Sleeps up to 8 • From $138 per night
Kohutu Dairy Farm Garden [Park Site]
Kohutu Dairy Farm Ga...
PARK SITE | ANIMAL ENCOUNTER |...
Manakau, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 8 • From $29 per night
Rural Valley Retreat
Rural Valley Retreat
CABIN | PERFECT FOR GROUPS | F...
Pouawa, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 10 • From $130 per night
Cosy Cottage Off the Grid
Cosy Cottage Off the...
CABIN | OFF THE GRID - NO POWE...
Aongatete, Bay Of Plenty
Sleeps up to 4 • From $190 per night
Farmhouse B&B
Farmhouse B&B
PRIVATE ROOM | HIKING | STAR G...
Otekaieke, Otago
Sleeps up to 10 • From $130 per night
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
Cosy Te Miro Cottage
COTTAGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY OR R...
Te Miro, Waikato
Sleeps up to 4 • From $220 per night
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Our recent reviews

  •  
    Just love this spot. Beautiful river! Lovely hosts. What a gem to have had the opportunity to stay here. Highly recommend it. Hot gas shower, flush lo...

    - Alesha



    Pukeko Nest
    Manunui, Manawatu-Whanganui
    CAMPING | SWIM IN THE RIVER | HAVE A CAMPFIRE
     
  •  
    Amazing place with stunning views and a great escape from the city. The hosts were lovely and accommodating highly recommended

    - Aleisha



    Quirky Rustic Quarters
    Te Karaka, Gisborne
    COTTAGE | RUSTIC | COZY
     
  •  
    Absolutely amazing!

    - Chloe



    Breathtaking River Retreat
    Taoroa Junction, Manawatu-Whanganui
    CABIN | ROMANCE | STUNNING VIEWS
     
  •  
    We loved this peaceful, comfortable, welcoming place and highly recommend it. The views, stars, animals, comfy bed and especially very welcoming hosts...

    - Miria



    Historic Schoolhouse Cottage
    Fuchsia Creek, Otago
    FARMSTAY | VIEWS | UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION
     

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