EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3431 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pool

Breakfast included

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Porirua, Wellington

Trentham Racecourse11 min drive
Interislander Ferry Terminal20 min drive
Te Papa22 min drive
Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)39 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Main Room

1 Double Bed

Single room

1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom.

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Environmentally-friendly Retro-style escape 15 minutes from Hutt Valley and Porirua and just 30 minutes from Wellington City. Enjoy fantastic, quintessential rural New Zealand, close to urban centres in this romantic retro cottage, perfectly positioned for sun and views. This place is all about relaxing, slowing down, and unwinding. Book now to secure a slice of heaven.

This property is ideal for lovers, honeymooners, small families (sleeps 3 adults, and additional bassinette or travel cot can be provided by arrangement), or those with business in the city who want to unwind at the end of the day.

If you want an eco-friendly holiday destination, this is a luxurious and low-impact option for you and your loved ones.

You’ll be amazed that such a spot is so handy to civilisation. Far enough away to ‘get away from it all’ yet close enough to head out for fine dining experiences in Hutt, Porirua, Kapiti, and Wellington.

Your stay will be memorable with:
- Outdoor woodfired hot tub to soak under the stars
- Coffee machine for organic espresso
- Hand crafted soap *
- Boutique bottle of fruit wine *
- Interesting books to browse
- Games and sports equipment to play
- Late check out so you can sleep-in on after your last night on the extra comfy bed.

* produced on-farm.

See more images at #ecofarmstaynz on Instagram

Self-cater with the equipped kitchenette (microwave, hotplate, BBQ, fridge, coffee machine, kettle, toaster, tea and coffee, kitchen essentials), or eat out at any of dozens of excellent restaurants, all within 30 minutes of the cottage.

Your accommodation features a funky retro-styled studio room with great sunlight and views of the valley and river, and a super comfortable double bed. If you are travelling with young children, we can provide a travel cot or bassinette to suit one toddler (under two) or one infant (up to 3 months) in this room.

There is a separate single bedroom for another adult or child.

Bathroom has a simple-to-use clivus multrum toilet, shower, handbasin, and handcrafted soap.

Outdoors, you can enjoy the outdoor hot tub heated by firewood, and firepit for evening relaxation. Swing on the hammock, get cosy on the outdoor chairs, or dine on the picnic table. You can cook alfresco too with the provided BBQ.

Take time out from your devices to play supplied games and reconnect with your loved ones.

What are our eco-credentials?
We plant a tree for every booking we receive.
Cottage is upcycled.
Solar orientation for passive solar collection.
Insulation, insulation, insulation!
Waste minimised with greywater treatment, and sensible blackwater treatment. Sustainably harvested firewood for the firepit and hot tub.
Sweet fresh rainwater for drinking and washing – no added chemicals.
We use eco-friendly cleaners for your healthy stay.
We encourage you to minimise your rubbish by recycling and repurposing food waste.
You can take away a block of hand-crafted low-chemical soap – your piece of the farm to use at home.
Edible and medicinal landscaping, and native plants to support the native ecosystem.

Property manager

Jackie Thomas-Teague

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor Space

Water view

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Parents to supervise - farm hazard present.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Due to livestock present we cannot have pets stay.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outside smokers dispose of butts in firepit.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Judgeford

Located in Judgeford, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The Cricket Museum and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wellington City Walkways and Grand Etang Shoreline Trail. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Porirua, Wellington

What's nearby

Trentham Racecourse - 11 min drive
Petone Foreshore - 18 min drive
Interislander Ferry Terminal - 20 min drive
Te Papa - 22 min drive
Cuba Street Mall - 23 min drive

Getting around

Stokes Valley Manor Park Station - 8 min drive
Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

Fig Tree Cafe & Delicatessen - 10 min drive
Sushil’S Musclechef Kitchen & Café - 12 min drive
Quinns Post Tavern - 12 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Town & Country Food - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is EcoFarmstayNZ Retro-style cottage located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Belmont Regional Park, Trentham Racecourse, and Plimmerton Beach. The Cricket Museum and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are also within 9 mi (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Charissa, Wellington

Aug 11, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

The Solla Sollew cottage was a beautiful escape from the city. The hot tub was so relaxing, and easy to use with the advice from the lovely Jackie. This place is truly a gem - with little thoughtful, handmade extras which really make this place special. It was great to hear about and see all the hard work the hosts put into the property to ensure it is eco-friendly. Thank you for the lovely time, this is a place I would definitely recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Brianna L., Portland, USA

Jan 31, 2020

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

Cute

Very cute accommodation. If you don’t plan on having a rental car this is not an ideal stay. Uber will cost you $100 from the airport and there’s no grocery stores you can walk to or bus to. When inquiring about the bus/train situation we were lead to believe that a stop was nearby, this wasn’t the case. The hosts are really nice but we were put a bit off. We were excited about the trampoline as we both like tumbling but it was never mentioned on our “tour”. We were also told about the wood fired tub but only when we asked about it, this was what made my decision to stay. However when we asked it made it seem like an inconvenience. Showering seemed like a hassle coordinating with the family and dogs (as they had to be put away). So I sponge bathed each night with provided bowls. The breakfast options were lovely— with all the spreads a few slices of bread would have really made the trip. The internet wasn’t working when we got there but they were quick to fix that. It was a fun experience but I think a few things could be worked on. I would recommend the rustic experience but be very prepared. Also, don’t let the toilet situation put you off. I believe it’ll be a much more pleasant stay with a shower.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa R.

Apr 10, 2024

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

Great!

Our stay was amazing! Jackie was so kind, the scenery was beautiful and overall me and my partner had a very lovely romantic and RELAXING stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aidan B.

Apr 8, 2024

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

Back again!

4th time staying here. I think that says it all. Love it.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reed I.

Mar 18, 2024

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

Rural Feels Close to the City

An amazing location where you get the proper feeling of being out on a picturesque farmland overlooking the mountains while still being a short drive to the city for if you want the city feels again. Hosts were amazing, leaving us mostly to ourselves but being available if we needed and a great conversation which is exactly what I like in a stay. Don't let the eco side put you off either if you're hesitant about that side, I'm a full-blown city boy and there wasn't anything I couldn't get my head around and it's a great example of how things can be done with barely a noticeable difference in your day to day life. Highly recommend staying here for anyone looking to get away from the city but may also want to pop back in on occasion.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Thomas-Teague

We love living on our slice of Kiwi paradise. We've done all we can to make it a relaxing haven for us and our guests.
We grow some of our own food and make a lot of our own drinks, as well as some other self-sufficiency hobbies, such as making soap (and you get to take a bit of that home with you).
We have a young family and a farm dog. The dog might bark at visitors, he's a big softy - please ignore him until he calms down and ask you for a pat.

Why they chose this property

We were attracted to the handy location right off SH58, just minutes to Lower Hutt and Porirua, and about 20 minutes from Wellington City. The stream, trees, fields are all just perfect for relaxing, looking at the view. We think you'll love it just as much as we do.

What makes this property unique

You get to sample our home made wine and soap during your stay, all included in the price.
There are lots of places on the farm you can walk and explore, and lots of photo ops. Feel free to tag yours on Instagram #ecofarmstaynz