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Ica Station Whare, (1 Bedroom Garden Cottage)

Ica Station Whare, (1 Bedroom Garden Cottage)

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Overview of Ica Station Whare, (1 Bedroom Garden Cottage)

Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Whareama, RD12 Masterton
  • Popular LocationOtahome Beach42 min drive
  • Popular LocationRiversdale Beach46 min drive
  • Popular LocationCastlepoint Beach53 min drive
  • AirportMasterton (MRO-Hood)56 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ica Station Whare, (1 Bedroom Garden Cottage)

Ica Station 'Whare' (an original historic Shepherds' Quarters) offers our visitors comfortable, clean, rustic accommodation in a location with interesting early NZ rural character. Situated at the end of a 'no exit' road, simply enjoy the peace and quiet of an early settler 'Whare', in the beautiful country side setting of Ica Station Homestead and grounds.

The unit has a queen bedroom, a living/dining area, kitchenette and inside shower room with flushing toilet. With views over the garden, here you can relax, read a book, have a glass of wine and listen to the birds in the peaceful setting of the unit. Next door is the main homestead with B and B accommodation where ALL our guests have shared use of the swimming pool and spa pool during their stay.

With Riversdale and Otahome Beaches only 15 minutes drive away and the Castlepoint Beach 35 minutes in the opposite direction, this bach is an ideal base for couples to explore the East Coast of the Wairarapa!

There's plenty to see and do in the area. Nearby Riversdale and Castlepoint offer superb Golf Courses, Tennis Courts, Swimming, Fishing, Surfing, Walking, Diving and Boating, plus local store. Or Otahome, where you often have the beach to yourselves. Close by is the village of Tinui that has a Cafe and Bar, Craft Shop, Tinui Tea Rooms and Living Historic Village as well as the oldest Anzac Memorial Cross which now has a public access walkway up to it from the Cemetery (Nov - Apr annually).

Check-in is available from 1.30pm and check-out by 10.00am.

We also run the 'Whareama Coastal Walk' a 2 or 3 day fully catered 'Walking Adventurer' over private farmland and isolated Wairarapa coastline. See the 'Whareama Coastal Walk' website for more details.

Smoking allowed outside only.
Well behaved pets only with prior approval.
No pets, bottles or glass allowed in the Spa Pool or Swimming Pool area.

Please note - there is only limited cellphone reception, but good wifi at the cottage.

Extras: Linen (included); Continental Breakfast Provisions (Optional, NZ$15.00 per person); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

Carmen Tredwell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchenette

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking outside allowed.

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lb per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Strictly by request only.

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: Only 1 child allowed.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

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About the area

Mangapakeha

Located in Mangapakeha, this chalet is in a rural area. Castlepoint Rock and Castlepoint Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Otahome Beach and Riversdale Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Otahome Beach - 42 min drive
  • Riversdale Beach - 46 min drive
  • Castlepoint Beach - 53 min drive
  • Castlepoint Lighthouse - 54 min drive
  • Castlepoint Rock - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tinui Cafe & Bar - 29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ica Station Whare, (1 Bedroom Garden Cottage) have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ica Station Whare, (1 Bedroom Garden Cottage) pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Ica Station Whare, (1 Bedroom Garden Cottage)?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Ica Station Whare, (1 Bedroom Garden Cottage)?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Ica Station Whare, (1 Bedroom Garden Cottage) located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Otahome Beach and within 25 miles (40 km) of Riversdale Beach and Castlepoint Beach. Castlepoint Lighthouse and Castlepoint Rock are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
We loved this peaceful property - basic but with everything we needed. Lots to do around the area, with good tips from the owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Far from the madding crowd
Breathing in and out…
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place to relax and unwind.
The hosts are amazing and we really enjoyed our stay and it made the start to our 2023 a nice and relaxing one
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

VIVI A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place for retreats
It was one day retreats trip to celebrated my birthday in Castles Points. We had a good time staying here enjoying quietness and tranquility n nice host.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Neville H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointing.
A very old 1 room - servant's quarters? - building that has been added on to with a kitchen, bathroom/laundry and done in a quite amateurish manner. The floor is several levels, the roof doesn't match, all in all quite a turn off. To call it "rustic" is a euphemism. I expected much better for the price. Never saw any sign of the host at all, we let ourselves in and left again in the morning without so much as a hello.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Sukin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
great escape away from the hustle bustle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, cosy and quaint
The property is gorgeous and it was a lovely stay. The bed was really cosy, the place was lovely and everything was super easy. Having the heaters on when we arrived was absolutely lush too. Thank you for the stay 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adriana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place to stay
Nice and quiet, clean, tidy and had everything we needed :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rest and relaxation
Very easy process. A lovely relaxing time. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penny E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay.
Lots of swimming, exploring & relaxing for 2 days. Not long enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021