Come and escape at our little slice of Paradise! Located on the Rangitikei River in the remote Mokai Valley, Taihape.
We have a range of lovely accommodation overlooking the River and the Ruahine Ranges. We offer scenic rafting through the magnificent Rangitikei Gorge even visiting Middle ...
Come and escape at our little slice of Paradise! Located on the Rangitikei River in the remote Mokai Valley, Taihape.
We have a range of lovely accommodation overlooking the River and the Ruahine Ranges. We offer scenic rafting through the magnificent Rangitikei Gorge even visiting Middle Earth & a secret waterfall.
Great for all ages and your furry friends can come too. Try some trout fishing, some of NZ's best remote fishing right at your doorstep. Campouts, walks, and lots of friendly farm animals.
If it's a romantic getaway you are looking for, our River Retreat is perfect. Fully self-contained retreat with your own private spa pool on the decking to enjoy the breathtaking views.
Essential Stay Info
Cabin
Cottage
Access to lakes, rivers, streams & beaches
Children Welcome
Dogs Welcome
Family Friendly
Whole House
Check in time: 2pm Check out time: 10am
Eating and Drinking
Full kitchen and BBQ. We do a home cooked 3 course eveing meal delivered or you can come over to the main homestead. This is $60pp. Cooked breakfast and breakfast baskets available aswell as picnic lunches.
Bedding Configuration
The main bedroom has a King Bed and the second bedroom has a king/single split.
The main bedroom has a King Bed and the second bedroom has a king/single split.
More info about the property
The River Retreat is surrounded by native bush and overlooking the Rangitikei River and surrounding hills. It is fully self-contained with a Lounge, Kitchen, Bathroom, 2 bedrooms, Spa Bath with stunni...
The River Retreat is surrounded by native bush and overlooking the Rangitikei River and surrounding hills. It is fully self-contained with a Lounge, Kitchen, Bathroom, 2 bedrooms, Spa Bath with stunning views, laundry facilities, bbq, and a private decking with a spa pool to relax and enjoy the magnificent million-dollar views of the Rangitikei River and surroundings. This is peace and tranquillity at its best.
Please note - for an extra couple cost is $350 per night.
Unique kiwi experiences for you
Trout Fishing at its best. Guided raft fishing secluded runs and pools of the Rangitikei River
Scenic rafting for the whole family. Visit a secret waterfall and float through Middle Earth scene from LOTR.
Million dollar views from your private accommodation with own private spa pool. Nature surrounds you.
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What we love about this property
We think we have something very special with the Rangitikei River at our doorstep, gorgeous accommodation, and great kiwi hospitality. Trout fishing at its best and awesome family fun for all the fami...
We think we have something very special with the Rangitikei River at our doorstep, gorgeous accommodation, and great kiwi hospitality. Trout fishing at its best and awesome family fun for all the family. We look forward to sharing it with you.
The most amazing place super clean and very relaxing steve and trudi were amazing hosts showing us around there paradise. wonderful home cooked meal. Very impressed and will return and go for a fish
mark - Aug 2022
Incredible, relaxing, quiet this lodge has it all. We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend and didn't want to leave. The scenic rafting was an experience not to be missed and the hosts are brilliant.
We look forward to coming back.
Ben - May 2022
A wonderful place away from it all with delightful people.
Shaun - May 2022
Amazing location, clean and tidy facilities. Highly recommend.
Jennifer - Feb 2022
The hosts were so awesome and this was truly a mesmerizing experience. My daughter and dog both had time of their life. Highly highly recommend
Nehal - Dec 2021
Beautiful spot. Amazing hosts. Would absolutely recommend!
Gavin - Jul 2021
Awesome relaxing weekend awesome host both accommodation and rafting will be recommending to friends and family
Gary - Mar 2021
Absolutely amazing!
Chloe - Jan 2021
Amazing, we loved it!!!
Zane - Dec 2020
The most amazing place super clean and very relaxing steve and trudi were amazing hosts showing us around there paradise. wonderful home cooked meal. Very impressed and will return and go for a fish
mark - Aug 2022
Incredible, relaxing, quiet this lodge has it all. We thoroughly enjoyed our weekend and didn't want to leave. The scenic rafting was an experience not to be missed and the hosts are brilliant.
We look forward to coming back.
Ben - May 2022
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