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Peaceful and cosy off-grid nature hideaway, South Wairarapa
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4861.1 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Loft
2 Twin Beds
Main bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Peaceful and cosy off-grid nature hideaway, South Wairarapa
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, snug and relaxing space.
The comfy queen size bed is dressed with quality linen and thick blinds for a shamelessly long sleep in.
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 paua 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);
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, snug and relaxing space.
The comfy queen size bed is dressed with quality linen and thick blinds for a shamelessly long sleep in.
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 paua 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);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside okay
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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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
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
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Oct 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kate S.
Nov 6, 2025
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Kate S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Claire J.
Sep 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Claire J.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Eugenie T.
Dec 10, 2025
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Eugenie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Cara M.
Nov 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cara M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Scott C.
Mar 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend
Scott C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Lou H.
Jan 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning property
Lou H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent
finn m.
Feb 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tora Tora Tora
finn m.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Christine K.
Sep 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Introverts Paradise
Christine K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Lee W.
Jun 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lee
Lee W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Clare E.
Oct 10, 2025
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Clare E.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Sasha C.
Jan 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful off the grid experience
Sasha C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nathan Q.
Feb 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Host
Nathan Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Trevor D.
Mar 8, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stop moving!
Trevor D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Maree H.
Nov 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back to nature
Maree H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Joanne Y.
Sep 21, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place
Joanne Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Ashleigh W.
Aug 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So special
Ashleigh W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent
justine l.
Mar 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just wonderful
justine l.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent
MATTHEW H.
Jan 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot for relaxing
MATTHEW H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Kim B.
Jan 4, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Stunning
Kim B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Martin S.
Nov 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful House
Martin S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Rachel D.
Oct 9, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A piece of paradise
Rachel D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
Jul 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the grid.
Andrew M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Abby S.
May 24, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic little cottage
Abby S.
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allistar c.
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About the host
Hosted by Tineke McNeil
Tineke and Stew are your hosts along with their grown children Cole, Flyn & Pippa.
Stew is an Agri-contractor while Tineke 3rd generation to call Tora home.
Stew has spent much of his life commercial fishing along the Tora coast. Tineke grew up between Masterton and a family bach on the property Te Oroi at Tora, a ballot farm her Grandfather attained from the Government in the early 1950's when he returned from WW2.
We enjoy offering our guests a different experience, to help them escape their busy lives and reconnect with themselves and each other.
Stew is an Agri-contractor while Tineke 3rd generation to call Tora home.
Stew has spent much of his life commercial fishing along the Tora coast. Tineke grew up between Masterton and a family bach on the property Te Oroi at Tora, a ballot farm her Grandfather attained from the Government in the early 1950's when he returned from WW2.
We enjoy offering our guests a different experience, to help them escape their busy lives and reconnect with themselves and each other.
Why they chose this property
We’re strongly passionate about our responsibility in preserving and helping the ngàhere (native bush) grow for future generations. Our most recent project is establishing a predator trapping programme throughout the property which we record on Trap.NZ. Presently we have 75 (Stew-made) boxed traps set to control rats and mustelids, working towards our property eventually being predator free.
What makes this property unique
Named back when the property was part of Tora Station for the great long spur which runs along the top of the back boundary from the Rocky Knob down to GreenTops end and further.
We think that Longspur is a pretty special place – and delight in sharing it with guests.
We think that Longspur is a pretty special place – and delight in sharing it with guests.
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