Peaceful and cosy off-grid nature hideaway, South Wairarapa

Martinborough, Martinborough
$137 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 2

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Located at Tora in the South Wairarapa - 5 minute drive from the rugged Tora coast, a scenic 35 min drive from Martinborough and 2 hour drive from Wellington city. Set in a secluded and peaceful spot the Cottage ensures you privacy while not too far off the beaten track. With touches of recycled timber, unique decor and natural textiles, the Cottage has a warm rustic, whimsical vibe.
Built from recycled materials, the cosy cottage has an open kitchen-living area, one private bedroom and inside bathroom with flushing toilet.
Leather sofas, feather cushions, wool throws and a wood burner come together to create a charming and relaxing space.
The comfy queen size bed is dressed with quality linen and thick blinds for a shamelessly long sleep in.
The loft is a warm and cosy retreat, creating a snug reading nook where you can curl up with a good book, enjoy an uninterrupted afternoon rest, or simply relax, unwind and listen to the sounds of nature.
Double french doors lead onto a long deck. Take a seat soaking in the sounds from the regenerating ngāhere (bush) while watching the sun set over the rolling farmland in the distance.
After dark, snuggle up on the porch and stargaze up at the expansive South Wairarapa Dark Sky reserve. The starry sky at night is stunning.
Te kai te me inu - eating and drinking:
Longspur Eco Cottage is self-catering. Bring your own food and drink, and cook using the Weber BBQ or gas cook top/oven. You’ll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you’ll need - from coffee plunger to Pāua mincer.
If you're an active relaxer there's plenty to do.
Highly recommended is the 5km bush walk up to the Rocky Knob - 318 mtrs above sea level to where you'll feel most alive. The views are breathtaking.
Bush Bathing - sorry no hot tub involved but a quiet meander in the bush alone can do a world of good for our mental health and well-being. Listen, observe, smell, breath, feel. Tonic for the soul.
Challenge your mate over a board game or browse through the eclectic selection of books.
Longspur is a truly restful place. You’ll feel this the first time you drive up the track to the Cottage – a hidden treasure that forces you to take a deep breath and just... relax.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon monoxide detector On The Property But There Are Gas Appliances; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector With You On The Trip) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Annual Offsets Purchased For At Least 10% Of Carbon Footprint Bulk Dispenser For Toiletries Renewable Energy Used Some Profits Reinvested In Community And Sustainability Unit Size: 861 Sq Ft (80 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Lobster/crab Pot Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Eco-friendly Toiletries Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cave Exploring Nearby Fishing Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Stereo
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near The Sea On The River
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    4 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Designated Smoking Areas Gravel Flooring In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Note From Host: Smoking Outside Okay Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Visual Alarms In Hallways

CheckIn Check-in : 02:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

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Review Review

  • Eugenie T.

    Submitted Dec 10, 2025

    Stayed Dec 5, 2025

    This off grid cabin is beautifully presented, and true to the description. The hosts provided a comprehensive manual, including how all the off grid features worked, and delightful bush walks in the area. We had an amazing, relaxing weekend, and will certainly return!

  • Cara M.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2025

    Stayed Nov 3, 2025

    This place is magic. I arrived in need of rest and and time to myself, and left 3 days later feeling recharged and ready to tackle my life again. Total peace and quiet. Would definitely recommend.

  • Kate S.

    Submitted Nov 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Lovely peaceful location, perfect spot to unwind and relax. Loved watching the dwallows zip about from the deck.

  • Trevor D.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    A great long weekend away in an amazing place. Wonderfull off grid escape from it all. Great comms from the host and an easy, stress free stay.

  • Clare E.

    Submitted Oct 10, 2025

    Stayed Sep 24, 2025

    Perfect place to recharge and decompress.Insteuctions to get there were spot on and i arrived to a spotless cabin.Opening the doors to the deck all i could hear were birds and sheep.I instantly felt weight lift.Lit thw fire, relaxed and then slept deeply in a super comfy bed.Perfect weekend.I will definitely come back.

  • Lee W.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Relaxing and Relaxing - Off the grid just what we needed. Thanks for sharing.

  • Scott C.

    Submitted Mar 20, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    We stayed at the property for the weekend to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We had a very enjoyable and relaxing weekend.Will definitely stay again.

  • Nathan Q.

    Submitted Feb 22, 2025

    Stayed Feb 13, 2025

    Didn't actually make it out to the property as my wife wanted to go to the Napier Deco Festival. The host was very accommodating and understanding. All that could be asked was delivered- hope to make it out there some day!

  • finn m.

    Submitted Feb 12, 2025

    Stayed Feb 10, 2025

    Amazing property, very stylish and comfortable. Great walk up the hill! and very close to coast. Will be returning for sure....

  • Christine K.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2023

    Stayed Sep 25, 2023

    What an amazing place to stay to get away from it all. Super quiet location where the bird song enhances the tranquility. Lovely log burner to keep the place warm, and extremely comfortable beds. Hosts are very welcoming ☺️

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