Vacation house rentals in New Zealand

“Tidy and modern self contained units, comfy furniture, cozy warm mini home away from home. Situated out of town away from hustle and bustle.”

Somerset Cottage runs with a burger‑led menu and an easy pace. Ribs and steaks arrive seasoned and tender. Sweets lean classic and not overly rich. Buns hold well and patties come juicy. Front‑of‑hous...

“Very enjoyable stay in well equipped cottage.”

“Was recommended to come here for the Lambs Fry, so I made the trek out to this little cafe and it dosent disappoint. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful! The food was homely and very satisfying as well. They have a whole range of food items, hot or cold! Of course there are espresso based drinks, as well as alcoholic if you want a cold brew! There are lovely little tables inside to sit at, or there are tables littered all over the courtyard!”

“You don't get better host's than Nicole and Robbie. Perfect house in perfect location nothing more peaceful. 5 star plus, if we are in the area again we will defiantly be staying here. Seeing is believing.”

“It was so nice and quiet. Only 15 minutes from all the activities, you have a quiet and relaxing little country cottage. It is so cute with plenty of room and lots to do for families with kids. We had farm fresh eggs each morning (our hostess let my daughter gather the eggs from the chicken coop, which was very cool) After spending all day running from one activity to another in Rotorua it was so wonderful to come to our quiet little house and soak in the hot tub! We will definitely stay there again on our next trip to Rotorua.”

“Service was good and the garden was beautiful and clean. Great place to go in summer for a nice and relaxing morning”

“Perfect place to stay for a while with family.”

“If you are looking for a calm and nice hideout this is the best place. Felt like this is our little cottage for the past few days. Stunning morning view as soon you open the windows simply it will take your breath away. Hosted by a lovely family and had a chance to meet their friendly doggy (Rubble) Cottage got a vintage vibe for us felt as if we are back in our home (Sri Lanka). Looking forward to seeing this nice place again.”

“Just stayed at Cambridge Cottage for 3 nights. Very handy to town. Everything you need and more. Lovely relaxing home. Would definitely recommend.”

“Excellent service, accommodating host and exceptionally clean. The views are stunning! Highly recommend a nice relaxing stay here”

“Chambourcin Cottage - what a wonderful place. So well located - nestled in it's own vineyard, and then surrounded by many other beautiful vineyards, as close as a walk or cycle away. Kim and Bruce were so welcoming, from the first email interaction, and were extremely generous with local knowledge of local vineyards and restaurants. The cottage itself is stylishly appointed, with no detail overlooked. The most beautiful accommodation on our North Island holiday. A real find!”

“An absolutely excellent stay. Monika and Rolf are brilliant hosts and their property is perfect. The personal touches like homemade bread, fresh eggs, jams, yogurt and biscuits really made it special. Watching stars while in the spa was a bonus. Location is great and the chickens are a delight.”

“The large cottage was lovely and very well appointed. Was not lacking any amenities. Our weather wasn’t that warm so didn’t get to sit outside. The king size bed was so comfortable! I enjoyed a bath (both nights) in the separate bathroom. The bathing products were awesome. The cottages are a bit out of the way but such a great coffee place down the road. So you need to drive a bit to restaurants and wineries which we didn’t mind. There are bikes available to rent onsite. Overall this was one of our favourite places we stayed while in NZ. We loved the country feel but the modern look. Annabel had left fresh eggs which we cooked up for breakfast one am. Lovely!”

“This was an amazing stay for 3 nights in Rose. The rooms are clean and warm, also a well kitted full kitchen. The heated floors in the toilet were a really nice surprise. Privacy was something i wanted and it truely delivered. Amazing, we will be coming back!”

“Great, cozy and peaceful to stay. Very relaxing. The staff are very nice, helpful and respectful. Bed matress may need upgrading. But overall it's great to stay here.”

“Fantastic service by Alistair, Monique and the team at Clive Cottage Vet. I was in Napier visiting family when my dog Maggie required vet services. They were very accommodating and saw her last minute even tho we weren't a patient of theirs. The whole team were lovely, friendly and professional. Highly reccomend this vet clinic.”

“Friendly hosts. Lovely quiet accommodation close to shops. We stayed 2 nights in the studio which is lovely and has everything you need. Unfortunately our stay was unplanned as we attended a tangi so didn’t get to experience much of the relaxing environment. We will definitely be back.”

“We stayed at Fernhill Cottages for a month while in between houses. Cosy and comfortable and we were able to keep our furbabies with us which was such a relief. We'll equipped cottage with plenty of place to park and it even had a desk to be able to work as well. Thank you for having us Kirsty and Collin!”

“What a beautiful location! We had high tea - the food, all made in house, was divine. The hot scones, made freshly for us, were light and fluffy and served with delicious jam and fresh cream. The tea was lovely, with bottomless refills of the tea pot. And there is something peaceful about looking over the garden, watching ducks and chickens foraging whilst sparrows gather for crumbs. The service was also wonderful, friendly but professional. I would thoroughly recommend a visit! N.B. There is other food apart from a high tea, and it looked wonderful!”

“The Vineyard Cottages are stunning! I spent a few days here with my friends and family before my wedding at Kumeu Valley Estate. The staff at the Vineyard Cottages are like no other, they are incredible! Everything you could think of was considered and they make your stay extra special. You feel like part of the family when you stay there. The rooms are perfect for 2-3 people to stay in and getting ready for a wedding it’s lovely being able to dip in and out of each others cottages. The small extras are such a luxury - mini jams, lovely bread, milk and juice in classic bottles and if you book the bridal package the breakfast platter is incredible. I would highly recommend this venue to any brides and her friends looking for a lovely setting before the big day or for anyone looking for a lovely relaxing escape in the country. An added bonus is the beautiful backdrop for photos! Thank you again Rae, Ellie and co ❤️ we will be back!”

“I visited this fine wee establishment today while out riding my motorbike from Cambridge to Auckland and back. What can I say... the staff were so friendly and accommodating. As I'm on a rather strict diet, I didn't eat anything, but the cabinet food and food service looked so appetising and yum. The service, well the owner should be very proud of his staff, they work with purpose and a smile... loved it!! And the atmosphere was quaint rustic charm, spot on!! Not only highly recommended, but definitely a must visit again.”

“This shop goes the extra mile , great service , lovely packaging, highly recommend”

On the plate at Domain Cottage Cafe, the idea is burger‑led and well judged. A coastal backdrop rounds out the stop. A sensible spend for the spread. There’s room for an easy weekend brunch. Plates of...

“Great place for a classic kiwi get away. Even with the wind and rain we could enjoy the views and all the place offered.”

“Absolutely lovely place to stay. Amazing view. Would recommend to all.”

“Lovely salon with experts and fantastic products”