Hi, I'm Teresa and Darrren

We feel very fortunate to have moved to Hautotara in 2020. With Hautotara Cottage came the old shearers’ quarters, and it did not take us long to decide that we wanted to share its beauty and history with others. We had never seen so many stars with the naked eye and were completely awestruck by the night sky. Our hope was simply to create a comfortable space at Dark Sky Cottage where relaxation and connection come naturally. We have included many of the things we most enjoy when staying away from home, and we hope you enjoy them too: a place to slow down, discover tranquillity, and embrace a little romance.