Description: Konewa Farm is nested within the jewel of the Manawatu, the Pohangina Valley. Situated in the majestic surrounds of the Ruahine Ranges, our Konewa Farm Cottage will meet your every need, whether that be as a relaxing holiday home, or your base for a holiday packed with adventure!

We have a farm cottage on our 321ha property. The cottage has all the amenities you will need, and is perfect for a weekend getaway, or perhaps as your base for your next fishing & hunting trip.

Location: [map here] 40km to Palmerston North or Feilding.
Prices: $100 per night up to 4 persons, each extra $10.
Season: All year round.

Contact person(s): Sue Pinckney
Address: 2373 Pohangina Valley East Road
Postal Address: RD 14, Ashhurst
Phone: 06 329 4116
Email: spinckney@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.konewahomestay.co.nz

Description: Our "Glen Luce" homestead is an ideal country retreat for groups of all sizes. It is made up of 5 bedrooms (3 doubles, one single and a bunk room), with a double sofa bed in the lounge, and can accommodate up to 18 guests. The farm style kitchen and dining room create a homely feel, and the seperate lounge, with wood burner, and historical library is the ideal place to relax and unwind in the evening. Extensive gardens are available for you to enjoy, and a BBQ and outside seating are available for the warmer months.

The homestead is located on the main driveway of Makoura Lodge, a 5 minute walk away. With a fully licenced bar and restaurant, meals are available by appointment, and there are also a range of activities to be enjoyed. These range from the local farm walks and swimming holes to be enjoyed free of charge, to horse treks, quad bike tours, 4wd safaris, and clay bird shooting.

We are located in the foothills of the beautiful Ruahine Ranges in the northern Manawatu, and are an ideal base for walks both in the ranges, or in the nearby Pohangina Valley.

Location: [map here] Approximately 40 minutes north of Feilding
Prices: $100 to $350 per night depending on numbers
Season: All seasons

Contact person(s): Hugh McIntyre
Address: 736 Makoura Road, Apiti
Postal Address: 736 Makoura Road, R D 1, Apiti, Feilding
Phone: 06 328 4746
Fax: 06 328 4745
Email: enquiry@makouralodge.co.nz
Website: www.makouralodge.co.nz

Comments: Booking essential.
The `Glen Luce` Homestead is a perfect solution for groups who wish to enjoy time together with privacy and autonomy from the main lodge area.
It is only a short walk to the Lodge where you can enjoy all the facilities.

Description: Relaxed friendly hosts with a determination to ensure guests have a real Kiwi experience in a comfortable home with a high standard of presentation and cuisine. We have 2 rooms available for guests. The elegant Garden Room has a double bed and ensuite, and private access from the sunny veranda which overlooks an expansive country garden and lawn to native trees and the unique sandstone "papa" cliffs of the Rangitikei / Northern Manawatu region. The Paddock Studio is a little more spacious and has a king or 2 single beds, and an ensuite bathroom, kitchenette and TV. A quad-bike tour of the farm is an optional extra.

On The Farm: Sheep and cattle farm - depending on time of visit there is likely to be some farm activity which guests can get involved with, or observe. Marked walks are available on the farm. Private walking access to a safe river with wonderful swimming holes and shallows for exploring. The dogs are friendly and very much a part of farming life.

Location: [map here] 9 km East of State Highway 1 at Mangaweka. 2 hours South of Taupo and 3 hours North of Wellington.
Prices: See our website for details.

Hosts: Virginia and Neil Travers
Address: 906 Ruahine Road, Mangaweka
Postal Address: RD 54, Kimbolton
Phone: +64 6 382 5726
Fax: +64 6 382 5776
Email: information@mthuia.co.nz
Website: www.mthuia.co.nz

Comments: Self contained accommodation also available. Central to several golf courses. Close to easy high quality rural shopping and cafes. Dinners available by prior arrangement. VISA and Mastercard accepted.

Description: Located on a hill country sheep and beef station in Tiraumea, North Wairarapa.

Come for the peace and quiet of this remote area, the seasonal farm activities or take part in various other on farm activities including farm walks, 4x4 tours, gardens, cycling trips or horse riding (your own horse).

Children will love the variety of animals including pet dogs, pigs, donkeys and of course lambs and calves in the springtime.

Experience true New Zealand rural life with your partner, family or group of friends. Lodge style accommodation also available for backpackers and groups wanting an escape or weekend retreat.

Meals available by prior arrangement. BBQ available. Fully equipped kitchen. woodburner fire and freeview television.

The cosy 3 bedroom lockwood house sleeps up to six. Beds are made up with electric blankets and towels supplied.

Location: [map here] 3kms off Route 52 midway between Alfredton and Pongaroa. 2.5 hours from Wellington, 1 hour from Masterton and approx 90 minutes from Palmerston North. Closest towns are Pahiatua and Eketahuna -approx 45 minutes.
Prices: $100 per couple $15 for each extra person.
Season: All year

Contact person(s): Dara and Douglas or Marlene and Donald
Address: 356 Haunui Road, Tiraumea
Postal Address: 255 Haunui Road, RD 3, Eketahuna
Phone: 06 376 7765 or 06 376 7250
Mobile Phone: 027 741 0108
Fax: 06 376 7765
Email: dcrobbie@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.otapawa.co.nz

Comments: No credit card facilities sorry. Enquiries welcome.