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Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, a built-in oven, and a window providing natural light.
A kitchen with a central island, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery.
A living room with a sofa, a television on a wooden stand, a window with curtains, and a small table with a lamp.
A bathroom with a shower, a sink, and a toilet.
A neatly made bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread, two pillows, and a rolled white towel. There is a wooden nightstand with a lit lamp beside the bed.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Ngaere, Taranaki
  • Place, Taranaki Pioneer Village
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, King Edward Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat

Queen bed with 1500 threadcount sheets!
Oak wardrobe and drawers.

Mid renovation - lounge unfinished.
KIDS OVER 3 YRS ALLOWED (can't edit the other details)
SHARE LIVING SPACE WITH OWNERS - this the cheap price!

WE DO NOT PROVIDE MEALS. (Not BnB). Coffee and tea available.

Gotta love animals - horse, 2 dogs, goat, cat and chickens.
Five minutes from Stratford. 20 minutes from Hawera. 30 minutes from beautiful Opunake beach. Hollard Gardens, Dawson Falls and mountain approximately 15 minutes away.

Property is fully fenced and gated (remote).
Nights are silent (no traffic noise etc) - enjoy the stars!!
You must love animals - our dogs are boisterous and very friendly.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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 # 3961670vb
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ngaere

Located in Ngaere, this holiday home is in the mountains. Taranaki Pioneer Village and Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hollard Gardens and Fun Ho! National Toy Museum. Pouakai Zoo Park and Pukeiti Garden are also worth visiting.
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Ngaere, Taranaki

What's nearby

  • Taranaki Pioneer Village - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • King Edward Park - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Percy Thomson Gallery - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Stratford Golf Course - 15 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Stratford Station - 8 min drive
  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Colonel Malone's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fenton Street Art Collective - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Nelsons Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa Pequena - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?

As of 30 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat on 3 Sept, 2026 start from S$76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Taranaki Pioneer Village, King Edward Park and Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre. Percy Thomson Gallery and Te Kapua Park Racecourse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Kirsten

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We are New Zealanders. Love the life offered in Taranaki - a nice change from Auckland. Love meeting new people.

Why they chose this property

Rural vibe. Close to town. Farmland wherever you drive.

Languages:

English
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