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Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway

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Exterior
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July

About this property

Entire place

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

Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway

Welcome to our Whanga Bridge house situated in the heart of the tranquil village of Whangamomona in Taranaki.
This 1920’s cottage was originally a New Zealand Railways house and was moved to the present site in 1965.
Fully renovated in 2013 we now have a self-contained comfortable cottage with a large deck area to relax and unwind.
Cook for yourself or take a short stroll to the iconic Whangamomona Hotel which provides top quality food and beverage.
We also provide for horse trekking groups with purpose built pens to cater for up to 8 horses and riders.
We hope you enjoy your stay at our forgotten world highway hideaway and look forward to seeing you again.
Please note for 1 person the charge is $100.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only please
Pets allowed but not inside and need to discuss prior to arrival
Please note there are differing Prices for Children, Please enquire.

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

Property manager

CeriandPork

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Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Exterior

Whanga Butcher Shop Whangamomona

  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 66 reviews
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Whanga Butcher Shop Whangamomona

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 fire extinguisher 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

Property is also known as

Whanga Bridge House Forgotten World Highway Stratford District
Whanga Bridge Forgotten World Highway Stratford District
Whanga Bridge Forgotten World
Whanga Bridge House en la Carretera del Mundo Olvidada
Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway Whangamomona

About the area

Map
Stratford District, Taranaki

What's nearby

  • Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre - 49 min drive - 73.1 km
  • Stratford Golf Course - 49 min drive - 72.4 km
  • Taranaki Pioneer Village - 52 min drive - 75.3 km
  • Te Kapua Park Racecourse - 52 min drive - 74.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway?

As of 6 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway on 7 Jul 2025 start from NZ$216.0, 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.

What time is check-in at Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in Whangamomona, near regional attractions including Matemateaonga Track Trailhead.

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Whanga Bridge House on the Forgotten World Highway Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and lovely setting
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Charming place to stay. Ceri was a great host.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev_and_Greg D., Wellington

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

Great place

Perfect location, good facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Christie T.

Liked: Location

Couple

Nice location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was a pleasant stay in a remote area Nz
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni D.

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

Whanga Bridge House

Great place to stay and wonderful hosts .... will certainly be back Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johann S.

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

Lovely Accomodation

Very comfortable and clean cottage ideally located in the Republic of Whangamomona, which is an excellent place to explore the Forgotten World highway and the surrounding area
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S., Pukekohe, New Zealand

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

Unique Place

We loved the uniqueness of the area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Great stay, great location - best place in Whangamomona

The cottage is just as described and is simply a cool place to hang one’s hat for a stay in Whangamomona. It is a 45 second walk to the Hotel (dinner) and is well furnished and set up. We will do our best to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter H., Wellington

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

Great spot in the country!

If you're visiting Whangamomona or travelling through the Forgotten World Highway and need some space - this is hard/impossible to beat! Old railway house that has been modernised and nicely decorated - we enjoyed our stay and will almost certainly stay here again! TV, Wi-Fi, breakfast essentials provided - plus some great reading on the history of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Stylish comfort in a hidden gem of a town

A spacious comfortable oasis amongst beautifully untouched countryside. We were glad of the electric blankets on an unexpectedly cold night. Lovely setting. Wish we had more time to explore the town and enjoy the covered deck.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie S.

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

Fantastic

Top property, clean, tidy, excellent communication. Beautiful outlook!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn r.

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

Review Bridge House

Very clean and convenient. Suited our needs very well. We enjoyed the quirky touches such as found in the spare loo, and the sheep outside.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil R.

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

Welcome to Whangamomona!

A great wee village. Great pub. Friendly staff. Friendly townsfolk. Our hosts provided good digs at a fair price. This 'lost' valley is a great place to star gaze from on a clear night. Sooo peaceful! Loved it. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

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

Great experience

Fabulous location. Very comfortable home. Only disappointment is no washing machine
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

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

Unknown treasure

We had a fabulous time staying at Whanga bridge house. It had everything we could possibly have wanted. Great kitchen setup, plenty of towels, and delicious breakfast. Especially loved the friendly sheep out the front door. Definitely love to return again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Carmen K.

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

Great cottage and location

Lovely location and outlook at the end of the village. Plenty of covered outdoor space to admire the views and a awesome fire inside for our chilly stay. I wasn’t aware the bathroom and toilets were outside on the porch, chilly in 2 degree temperature but all part of the stay and experience. Would definitely recommend staying here, and would stay again. Ceri was great and easy to deal with as well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme C.

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

Home away from home in Whangamomona

CeriandPork's Bridge House was fabulous. Everything that you could need - right down to continental breakfast - was on hand. A fire with lots of cut wood if it had been cold, and the ability to cook a full dinner if you'd wanted to. I'll be back with the rest of the family.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was as expected, fire was a nice touch. Payment requirements and communication from managers was ambiguous and overly complex and had us wondering whether we actually were confirmed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Whanga

The accommodation was as advertised. No unpleasant surprises. Wood fire kept the house cozy. We were there late autumn, it would have been a great addition to have a wall heater in the bathroom which was outside on the back porch. Otherwise I would recommend a stay for those who can tolerant Taranaki temperatures. The easy close walk to the Whangamomona Hotel was the icing on the cake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Where's the breakfast

The booking information clearly stated that the stay included a continental breakfast however that did not happen. A bit disappointing really. Should get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy L.

Liked: Communication, location

House number

Bookabach had house number listed as 6052-actually is 6025. Confusion reigned on arrival as raining and photo is taken from the side of the house. Comfortable stay, middle room bed mattress needs upgrade. Generous and unexpected supplies - food and milk.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a lovely stay at Whange Bridge House. It made for a perfect stopping spot along the Forgotten World Highway after a long day of travel. Only surprise was having to go outside to get to the toilets but this was not a huge deal as covered area around the house made it possible without getting wet in the rain.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S., Taranaki

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away from it ✌️ peaceful

Great place, thank you, relaxing stay, pub closed so relaxed on deck...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022