Unique Train carriage 100+ years old - Te Pahika

Greymouth, Marsden

$111 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights

Overview

Bed

Bath

Cottage

Property Type

Max Sleeps

2 nights

Min Stay

Description

Te Pahika was built in the early 1900's and operated as a guards van ( train carriage) until 1963 when it crashed at Moana.
It has now been beautifully and sympathetically restored to offer an unique accommodation experience. The main carriage houses the bedroom and dressing area overlooking the pond while the newly built station houses the fully equipped kitchen and modern bathroom and links to the carriage by a semi covered deck (platform)
If you are looking for somewhere unique where you can unwind and enjoy the peace and quiet you will not be disappointed.
Te Pahika is set in the middle of our 4 acre property at the end of the pond with a native bush backdrop.
Te Pahika does not have a TV. An ideal opportunity to enjoy a good book and perhaps a glass of wine or cup of coffee while you soak up the peace and quiet.
A few board games, cards, books and magazines are provided.
The complex has a sheltered rustic outdoor bath nestled among a bush backdrop area for you to enjoy.
We are ideally located as a base for exploring the West Coast or as a convenient stop en route to other destinations. We are 15 minutes drive South of Greymouth and 25 minutes drive North of Hokitika.
Shantytown Heritage Park is a couple of minutes away, we are close to the Wilderness cycle trail, local walks and the beach. If you wish to dine out Paroa pub is a 5 minute drive from us and offers a great menu and local hospitality.
Tea and coffee, sugar, milk and some toiletries are provided.
This property is self catering

Special conditions:
Te-Pahika is a non smoking complex
We are a rural property with an area of native bush and a pond which you are welcome to explore. However, please take care due to some uneven and sometimes soft ground and the proximity to water and respect the areas around our house. Please do not pick the fruit and vegetables.
Extras: Cleaning on departure (included); Linen and towels (included); We do appreciate if the place is left tidy however deep cleaning will take place after departure.

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Features

PETS

No Pets Allowed
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

Bed Sheets Provided
GENERAL

Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 11 Sq Ft (1 Sq M)
KITCHEN

Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Microwave Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
LAUNDRY

Near Laundromat
PARKING

Car Required Onsite Parking
INTERNET

Free WiFi
OUTDOORS

Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
BATHROOMS

1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
THINGS TO DO

Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby
ENTERTAINMENT

Books Games
CLIMATE CONTROL

Heating
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

In A Rural Location Near A Hospital
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

Iron/ironing Board
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

Smoke-free Property

Check-in : 03:30 PM Check-out : 10:00 AM

No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed

Max occupancy : 2

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Review

Tim G.
Submitted Feb 12, 2026

Stayed Feb 7, 2026

Craftmanship is excellent!Details are amazing. The bathtub location is very romantic.
Karyn A.
Submitted Oct 24, 2025

Stayed Oct 22, 2025

A unique stay in a quiet location with everything you could want. Exactly as described in the listing. A combination of quirky and special that would be hard to find elsewhere. Loved it.Special acknowledgement to Sarah for always having her guests needs first.
Richard R.
Submitted Apr 11, 2025

Stayed Apr 9, 2025

Very enjoyable
Joan V.
Submitted Feb 17, 2025

Stayed Feb 13, 2025

What an incredible spot! Had everything we needed for a wonderful stay! Thank you for an experience we wont forget!
Paul A.
Submitted Jan 25, 2025

Stayed Jan 9, 2025

I very much enjoyed staying at the train carriage in Rutherglen. Peaceful, relaxing and a good night's sleep.
Jill F.
Submitted Dec 26, 2024

Stayed Dec 12, 2024

Inlaws 60th Wedding Anniversary gift. Overwhelmed with this local gem. Very nostalgic. So beautifully restored in a tranqual setting. Looking at rebooking for my train mad brother.
Karyl C.
Submitted Apr 12, 2024

Stayed Apr 8, 2024

My husband likes trains so i booked this accommodation as a surprise. It exceeded my expectations, it was so lovely. Everything you need for 2 people, quiet location, nice hosts.
SA L.
Submitted Mar 15, 2024

Stayed Mar 12, 2024

A piece of heaven nestled in native bush. Quaint refurbished rail carriage alongside a well furnished kitchen n bathroom made this a very enjoyable stay. The outside bath is an extra treat! For those wanting to get away from the hustle n bustle of life and just enjoy peace and quiet and morning birdsong, this is the place to be.
Andy L.
Submitted Jan 6, 2024

Stayed Jan 4, 2024

This was perfect. Great little place alway from everything but not far from greymouth or shanty town where we had a wedding to go to. Wish we had less on to have enjoyed the location more.
Jane L.
Submitted Nov 26, 2023

Stayed Nov 10, 2023

This adorable property is well worth a detour! It's so well repurposed & decorated & was so peaceful & relaxing. We wish we'd spent more days here (alas, not in our plan).