Eastland / Gisborne

Haurata - High Country Retreat/walks

1257 Makaretu Rd, Otoko, Gisborne
6 reviews
  • Green Walk / Waterfall 1
  • Haurata Front Gate
  • Main Bedroom - King
  • Bedroom 2 - Double
  • Bedroom 3 - Singles
  • Annex Bedroom
  • Entry
  • Explore the garden
  • Rhododendron Garden
  • Fresh Autumn day
  • Spring Blossums on the driveway
  • Parking
  • Sunny Deck
  • View from Aerial range
  • Walking with friends
  • Green walk / Waterfall 2 in the Summer
  • Farm Mustering
  • Above the mist
  • Top sucess
  • Waterfall 3 on the Green walk
  • Taking in nature
  • Waterfall in Winter
  • Engagement magic at the top
  • View back to your base
  • Taking a break at the top of the Blue walk
  • Valley
  • Vew in Summer
  • Up with the clouds on the Red walk
  • Home stretch of the Red walk
8
Max Guests
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
6 reviews

About this Holiday House

Breathe the clean mountain air Drink the pure spring water Discover the pleasures of living in the remote hills of Gisborne NZ 100% pure splendid isolation Enjoy the Haurata experience, great for family getaways, walking holidays, a romantic escape or just to experience New Zealand. This diamond in the hills could be your next escape . . . Situated between Gisborne and Opotiki, Haurata is approximately 65km from Gisborne city and 24km east of Matawai village. Experience Accommodation in Gisborne's stunning, rugged backcountry as you leave SH2 and weave through the unique bluffs and rock sculptures on the 13 kms up Makaretu Road to Haurata.

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: Pet: please enquire
Pet: please enquire
Amenity: Linen provided
Linen provided
Amenity: No smoking
No smoking
Amenity: Accessibility: please enquire
Accessibility: please enquire
Heating & cooling
Amenity: Electric blankets
Electric blankets
Amenity: Electric heat
Electric heat
Amenity: Fire place
Fire place
Amenity: Fire wood supplied
Fire wood supplied
Kitchen
Amenity: Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Amenity: Freezer
Freezer
Amenity: Fridge
Fridge
Amenity: Microwave
Microwave
Amenity: Oven
Oven
Amenity: Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Amenity: Toaster
Toaster
Bathroom
Amenity: Bath
Bath
Amenity: Ensuite Bathroom
Ensuite Bathroom
Amenity: Extra Toilet
Extra Toilet
Amenity: Shower
Shower
Laundry
Amenity: Cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment
Amenity: Cleaning supplies
Cleaning supplies
Amenity: Clothes line
Clothes line
Amenity: Dryer
Dryer
Amenity: Ironing Facilities
Ironing Facilities
Amenity: Laundry Tub
Laundry Tub
Amenity: Washing Machine
Washing Machine
Entertainment
Amenity: CD player
CD player
Amenity: DVD
DVD
Amenity: TV
TV
Internet
Amenity: Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Amenity: Internet available
Internet available
Bedroom
Amenity: Extra Bedding
Extra Bedding
Outdoors
Amenity: BBQ
BBQ
Amenity: Outdoor furniture
Outdoor furniture
Amenity: Spa pool
Spa pool
Other
Amenity: Cellphone coverage
Cellphone coverage

Bed layout

1 King(s), 2 Double(s), 2 Single(s)

Special Amenities

Breathe the clean mountain air, Drink the pure spring water, Discover the pleasures of living in the remote hills of Gisborne. Farm walks available.Visit a historic Pa site & learn about TeKooti's last stand . River to be explored,find good swimming holes or rock slides. Go eeling. Build huts, go on a small bush walk. Enjoy the landscaped gardens. Soak in the hot tub set in the garden

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

Motu and Rere cycle ways are close Fishing in the Motu river is half an hours drive Walks / Easwoodhill Arboretum ( unrivalled in the Southern Hemisphere) Spend a day at the Gisborne beaches, surfing, shopping or eating out. Meals can be provided at the retreat with plenty of notice.

Reviews

Average Rating: 5
6 total reviews
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Brent and Tracey
Beautiful, peaceful and a very relaxing place to be.
Response from Owner
Thanks for making the effort to create me and stay
Nataliya and Dmitry
We have been most fortunate to discover for ourselves this hidden gem - the Haurata High Country Retreat. It is a unique place with an absolutely stunning scenery, amazing nature features, cosy and very comfortable accommodation, delicious meals and most welcoming and lovely hosts! Doing the day walks available at Haurata was very special - it was like having a Great Walk all to yourself - stunning landscapes and a fun adventure - and you are the only people there - a truly magical experience! Dear Jane and Warwick, thank you so much, we’d loved everything about our stay and can’t wait to come again in February with our friends!
Response from Owner
Thank you
Deb
Lovely time spent in Jane and Warwicks retreat. Accomodation is Lovely, clean and well stocked. Great weather did a couple of walks and went for a dip in the swim hole to cool off in the heat. Hot tub a great way to cool down. Thanks for the hospitality we will be back !
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Availability

  • 11 Dec – 14 Dec 2025 – Unavailable
  • 21 Dec – 04 Jan 2026 – Unavailable
  • 20 Jan – 25 Jan 2026 – Unavailable
  • 28 Jan – 31 Jan 2026 – Unavailable
  • 04 Feb – 07 Feb 2026 – Unavailable
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  • 10 Mar – 19 Mar 2026 – Unavailable
  • 25 Mar – 28 Mar 2026 – Unavailable
  • 14 Apr – 16 Nov 2026 – Unavailable

Rates

Date rangeRatesExtra guestsMinimum stay
All year$200 / Night for 2 guests$702 Nights
All year
$200 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $70Min. stay: 2 Nights
rates for children 12yrs and under $20

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