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WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME

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A spacious living room with a large window, a chandelier, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a dishwasher, an oven, and a refrigerator.
A spacious living area with a sofa, ottoman, and dining table.
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with a view of trees.
A modern two-story house with a curved facade, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
5 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Fenced yard
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Gore, Mataura
  • Place, Gore Racecourse
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Newman Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Brown Trout
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Child Bed

Living area

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME

This home has a great central location and is only 10 minutes to Gore, 2 hours to Queenstown and Dunedin and 50 minutes to Invercargill.

The property has been recently renovated with guests comforts in mind. The section is fully fenced and offers ample off street parking.

There are 4 bedrooms that sleep 6 people, there is also a double sofa bed.

Close to the Mataura river and other great brown trout fishing spots.

Within walking distance to shops and the river.

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

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20039105
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Mataura

Located in Mataura, this holiday home is on a river. Eastern Southland Gallery and Hokonui Moonshine Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Brown Trout and Hokonui Pioneer village and Museum. Gore Public Gardens and Fly Fish Mataura are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Map
Gore, Mataura

What's nearby

  • Gore Racecourse - 6 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Newman Park - 8 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Brown Trout - 9 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Hokonui Moonshine Museum - 9 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Eastern Southland Gallery - 9 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Valley Takeaways & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Falls Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Liquor Vault - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Country Cottage Cafe - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WARM & MODERN ART DECO HOME located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Gore Racecourse, Newman Park and Gore Multisports Complex. Gore Public Gardens and Brown Trout are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely gorgeous house, lovely and warm. Everything was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place for a short break.

River retreat is the perfect place to chill in comfort in a quiet and relaxing setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

An amazing property, would definitely stay again there. Host was amazing and communication was spot on. Highly recommend this property to stay at if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet, and very impressive house. The beds were very comfy, and the house had everything we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were fly fishing and the river is right across the street from the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

The house and lawn are very well appointed, tasteful and comfortable. We felt like it was home almost.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely art deco home. Vwry clean and tidy and great art deco styling. Warm and cosy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place for a larger group of people

This was a perfect house for our new family coming for our granddaughters wedding. Such a beautiful place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Nice house was clean and tidy. Just a shame their was no instruction manual for the cook top. The television would turn on but couldn't be used. No communication for check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Art Deco Gem

Probably the best bookabach I have stayed in to date. This hidden art deco gem is a real must to stay in if you are in the area. Looking forward to our next stay
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to stay!

Great place to stay and fish the Mataura. Very nice house providing for everything you need. Will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2023
Thanks for your lovely feedback😊 Sounds like the fishing went well!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm and cosy

House was warm, cosy and felt homely. Each room was well appointed. Loved the furnishings.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and relaxing stay

Beautiful spacious home, in a peaceful location right across the road from the river. The house has everything you need, is warm and has a lovely relaxing feel. Was perfect for what we needed, and close to Gore. Will stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful warm house...so cozy nd relaxing..so in love with it ❤️

I stayed there with my family...we all loved the house that we felt like staying for a bit longer..absolutely superb👌we are planning to go back there next year ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2023
Lovely friendly guests that left the home nice and tidy😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Haven to Unwind

This was our second time staying - despite being in and out of Gore for the Gold Guitars this was the perfect place to retreat and relax. We love the whole package - facilities and decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home has been beautifully renovated. We enjoyed all the amenities, and the photos of all the work that’s been done.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property

The decor and cleanliness as good as you can get, knocks the socks off staying in a motel, five of us a bedroom each comfy warm beds, great heatpump. Going to have to think of another reason to return to Mataura so we can stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, quiet stay in a comfortable house.

The house has been renovated in great style. Very comfortable and certainly a relaxing place to unwind. Very quiet. A place to consider if you wish to stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Awesome

Great crib in great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review of the House

We felt completely at home and relaxed as if it was our home. It is a beautifully finished house with elegant details.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoy a week away in this beautiful home also celebrating a 50th

Beautiful home excellent service great communication. A+++++++
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2023
Thanks so much for the lovely review:)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mataura

Home beautifully styled. Had everything we needed. Clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

A well presented house. Stacy was great to deal with. Good communication. Nicely renovated property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug, 2023
Thanks for staying and your lovely feedback😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs

Such a lovely & spacious space for our family.. very convinient... kids were so inloved with the place.. We would love to come back whenever we come back for a function happening this way...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept, 2024
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback I’m so glad you enjoyed the house😊 You left the house so tidy thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful

Beautiful styling, Clean and welcoming, had a little difficulty finding code but was in amongst the info in the email. Loads of sleeping options but there are 4 bedrooms not the 5 listed, everyone had a great sleep. And great shower.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by StaceyMc15

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I purchased River Retreat in 2015 and after renovating I decided it would be nice to turn it into accomodation.

What makes this property unique

Recently renovated home with high quality fittings and great heating.

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