Paratu Farm Cottage In A Quiet Rural Setting

Cottage in Waipukurau, Hawke's Bay, NZ

100% Recommended•

6 people

No pets

Recently refurbished, delightful country cottage on a working sheep and beef farm located 12kms from Waipukurau. Paratu Cottage is in a very quiet location with the option of strolling over the farm for the more energetic. Basic pantry items are supplied in the cottage AND a Nespresso coffee machine.
Winter Heating- There is a log burner in the cottage that will heat the whole house. There is also plenty of firewood on hand to keep it going for you, for colder weather.

The whole cottage is yours for your entire stay.
We will also have a bottle of wine and a couple of beers for you in the fridge. There is also a container of cereal and milk supplied if you don't quite get to the supermarket on your way through.
Please note that bedroom two has two king single beds with trundles (one a pop up and the other a pull out) under each bed. If you wish to use the trundle beds they will need to be pulled out and placed elsewhere in the cottage. There is also a double pull out sofa in the lounge. Although this is a double bed it would suit only ONE adult or two small children.
The space caters easily for 4-6 people, however if you wish to have 7 or 8 people this can be arranged, you will be quite cosy though.

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Features and Amenities

2 bedrooms

5 beds

1 bathroom

BBQ

Heating

Indoor fireplace

Details

Check in after 2:00pm
Check out before 11:00am
Minimum booking: 2 nights

Cancellation Policy:

Receive a full refund (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

Additional Information

For the more energetic guests, walking over the farm can be arranged. Not available during lambing season, approx end of July to end of August.
Other things to note
Pets are welcome by prior arrangement only, but we would prefer you not to bring them. Your pets cannot come during lambing season. We are a working sheep and beef farm and will have farm dogs housed nearby, they are very friendly and will want to come and see you. All pets must be up to date with worm drenching. We also are 3.6km along a gravel road.
I do have other pets (goats, donkeys, chooks, sheep) that love to be fed and given lots of pats and cuddles.

- Muddy shoes/boots to be removed.
- Pets not preferred
- Smoking allowed outside only
- If the BBQ is used, it must be cleaned prior to check out.

Prices

Base Price $210 / night
Cleaning Fee $60
Extra People $20 (adult) and $20 (child) / night after 4 people

Reviews (1)

100% Recommended

Mark

22 Jan 2023

We had a great time staying at Paratu Farm, it was such a peaceful place to chill for a couple of days and our kids loved all the animals - especially the donkeys! Jo was an excellent host and made us feel at home. Thank you for a lovely stay!

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After spending many years in the Waikato region, Jo & Richard made the move to Central Hawkes Bay and purchased Paratu Farm late in 2016. It is located a short distance, 12 kms, from the rural town of Waipukurau. Paratu Cottage, built in the 1930’s, needed a tidy up as it had been abandoned for a number of years. With a lot of time and effort it has been restored to its current homely state. Paratu Farm is a 340 ha sheep and cattle fattening property. From the top of the farm you get expansive, 360 degree, stunning views of the Ruahine Ranges to Te Mata Peak and surrounding farmland. Jo & Richard have three adult children and one very cute 10mth old granddaughter. Their youngest is nursing and living in rural Gisborne. Their middle son is a 50% shareholder in Paratu Farm and lives in Melbourne where he is a very successful jockey. Their oldest son lives nearby on their 900 acre lease block and is in rural real estate and has had great success so far. All three children were secondary schooled in Hawke's Bay where they were weekly boarders.

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Tuki Tuki River Trail

Fabulous cycle trail. For the more adventurous, try the Gum Tree farm Mountain Bike Park.

The Tukituki Trail Waipukarau

Nestled by the Tukituki River is a line of various trails, perfect for a gentle walk along the river, bike ride or a run. With a bustle of trees and fluffy meadows filled with wildflowers, you are sure to be swept up in the peace of nature.

Breakfast At Zinc Cafe

Zinc Cafe is a hidden gem tucked behind the main street. Inside is warm and welcoming and you quickly notice the history of Waipukarau intertwined within the structure of the cafe. With 1920s windows and styling throughout, you are sure to be transported into a real life cottagecore aesthetic. And the food is incredible! With lots of delicious meals to choose from, all of which are presented with such care, you truly feel like your tummy is being looked after.

Settlers Museum Waipawa

In the heart of Waipawa is a Museum filled with artifacts from another era. The Museum was once a bank and had many hidden treasures inside. It is larger than it seems so don't be fooled by the size. Lots to look at but also interact with! Locals gift both Maori and English artifacts with a focus on attracting more cultural pieces.