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.


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 - Driftwood Room
Beachfront Bliss - D...
BED AND BREAKFAST | BOUTIQUE |...
Nine Mile, West Coast
Sleeps up to 3 • From $405 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
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 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 4 PAY 3
Stunning Historic Retreat
Stunning Historic Re...
VILLA | HISTORIC HOMESTEAD | F...
Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 10 • From $100 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


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
Charming Straw Cottage
Charming Straw Cotta...
LUXURY | FAMILY FRIENDLY
Tasman, Nelson
Sleeps up to 6 • From $335 per night
Homely Mountainview Cottage
Homely Mountainview ...
COTTAGE | MOUNTAIN VIEWS | ROM...
Pihama, Taranaki
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 per night
Wairunga Groups Getaway
Wairunga Groups Geta...
COTTAGE | GOLF WITH SHEEP | SW...
Maraetotara Havelock North, Hawke's Bay
Sleeps up to 16 • From $600 per night
The Dower House
The Dower House
LUXURY | LUXURY STAY | BOUTIQU...
Ashburton, Canterbury
Sleeps up to 4 • From $300 per night
Countryside Farmhouse
Countryside Farmhous...
BED AND BREAKFAST |
Shannon, Manawatu-Wanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $160 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 - Tranquil Deluxe Room
Rangitikei River Roo...
LODGE | RAFTING | HORSE TREK |...
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 2 • From $220 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.


Starlight Valley Glamping
Starlight Valley Gla...
GLAMPING | WALKING TRAILS | BR...
Thames, Coromandel
From $140 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Idyllic Sun Soaked Getaway
Idyllic Sun Soaked G...
LUXURY | LUXURY | BEACHES NEAR...
Rabbit Island, Nelson
From $660 per night
Sleeps up to 6
Wooden Huts of Wonder
Wooden Huts of Wonde...
HUT | LUXURY | ROMANTIC RETREA...
Rabbit Island, Nelson
From $220 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Luxury Waterfall & Native Bush Glamping
Luxury Waterfall & N...
LUXURY | WAKE UP TO BIRD SONG ...
Bay Of Plenty, New Zealand
From $250 per night
Sleeps up to 4
Country Paradise Glamping
Country Paradise Gla...
GLAMPING | ROMANTIC RETREAT | ...
Hurworth, Taranaki
From $240 per night
Sleeps up to 6
House With No Nails - Loft
House With No Nails ...
LUXURY | PERFECT FOR GROUPS
Matamata, Waikato
From $180 per night
Sleeps up to 3
Spacious Garden Retreat
Spacious Garden Retr...
BED AND BREAKFAST | GARDEN VIE...
Hamurana, Bay Of Plenty
From $250 per night
Sleeps up to 2
Idyllic Garden Escape
Idyllic Garden Escap...
BED AND BREAKFAST | RELAXATION...
Hamurana, Bay Of Plenty
From $200 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.


Off the Grid Private Retreat
Off the Grid Private...
LUXURY | BREAKFAST INCLUDED | ...
Tiniroto, Gisborne
Sleeps up to 2 • From $300 per night
Idyllic Lodge Retreat
Idyllic Lodge Retrea...
LODGE | LARGE GROUPS | FAMILY ...
Hope, Tasman
Sleeps up to 16 • From $1,300 per night
Cosy Container Escape
Cosy Container Escap...
LUXURY | RELAXATION | WALKING ...
Millers Flat, Otago
Sleeps up to 6 • From $220 per night
Starlight Valley Glamping
Starlight Valley Gla...
GLAMPING | WALKING TRAILS | BR...
Thames, Coromandel
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 per night
Eco-friendly Farmstay [Park Site]
Eco-friendly Farmsta...
PARK SITE | STAR GAZING | FARM...
Arahura Valley, West Coast
Sleeps up to 6 • From $35 per night
The Hunter's Shack
The Hunter's Shack
CABIN | FARMSTAY | HUNTING
Pukeokahu, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 4 • From $140 per night
Sunny Spacious Dorms
Sunny Spacious Dorms
DORMITORY | STAR GAZING | BIRD...
Kumara, West Coast
Sleeps up to 4 • From $33 per night
Table Hill Hut
Table Hill Hut
CABIN | RELAX IN LUXURY | SCEN...
Owaka, Otago
Sleeps up to 4 • From $345 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.


Peace and Quiet Hut  (up to 2 Guests)
Peace and Quiet Hut ...
HUT | GOLD PANNING | PETS WELC...
Wakamarina, Marlborough
Sleeps up to 2 • From $50 per night
The Beach Cottage
The Beach Cottage
COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS ...
Matira, Waikato
Sleeps up to 7 • From $175 per night
Farmhouse B&B
Farmhouse B&B
PRIVATE ROOM | HIKING | STAR G...
Otekaieke, Otago
Sleeps up to 10 • From $130 per night
Picturesque Eco Lodge
Picturesque Eco Lodg...
LODGE | FAMILY FRIENDLY | KAYA...
Elsthorpe, Hawke's Bay
Sleeps up to 17 • From $250 per night
Rural Luxury B&B - Kea Cabin
Rural Luxury B&B - K...
TINY HOUSE | PET FRIENDLY | UN...
Bombay, Auckland
Sleeps up to 3 • From $159 per night
Misty Valley Art Studio
Misty Valley Art Stu...
COTTAGE | BREAKFAST INCLUDED |...
Thames, Coromandel
Sleeps up to 2 • From $180 per night
Kohutu Dairy Farm [Park Site]
Kohutu Dairy Farm [P...
CAMPING | ANIMAL ENCOUNTER | F...
Manakau, Manawatu-Whanganui
Sleeps up to 8 • From $29 per night
Historic Schoolhouse Cottage
Historic Schoolhouse...
FARMSTAY | VIEWS | UNIQUE ACCO...
Fuchsia Creek, Otago
Sleeps up to 4 • From $110 per night
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Our recent reviews

  •  
    What a fabulous piece of paradise. We picked the worst weather of the winter but it was wild and wonderful at the beach. The Bach was cosy with the op...

    - Neroli



    The Beach Cottage
    Matira, Waikato
    COTTAGE | DIRECT BEACH ACCESS | DIGITAL DETOX
     
  •  
    We wanted a break away from city life for a few days and our stay at the villa was perfect. The villa is beautiful, homely with lots of space just to ...

    - Carika



    Stunning Historic Retreat
    Rangiwahia, Manawatu-Whanganui
    VILLA | HISTORIC HOMESTEAD | FULL OF CHARACTER
     
  •  
    We had an amazing time at Rewa Hut! The place was amazing and so full of homely touches that made us feel super comfortable. The weather wasn't great ...

    - Emily



    Rewa Hut
    Okoki, Taranaki
    HUT | NATIVE BUSH | COUPLES | OUTDOOR BATH
     
  •  
    It was so easy to unwind at Rewa Hut. It is such a special place. We will be back.

    - Catherine



    Rewa Hut
    Okoki, Taranaki
    HUT | NATIVE BUSH | COUPLES | OUTDOOR BATH
     

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