About this Holiday House
Beautiful original homestead Waimoana occupies a privileged and remote position on the rugged wairarapa coast.
Private 1930s bungalow on sprawling grounds with 7 bedrooms to sleep up to 18 people. The homestead features original, untouched native wood panelling, frescoed ceilings, fireplaces. This heritage is complemented by the owners’ love of classic & contemporary design, art, lighting & furniture, with a focus on luxury & comfort. Waimoana is a family home to be shared, lived & enjoyed.
Large, homely country kitchen looking out to the South Pacific Ocean. Formal living room, family room & children’s playroom. Formal dining room. Sauna. Walk-in chiller to meet demands of large groups. Picturesque potager for harvesting in-season vegetables & berries. Large swimming pool. Tennis court. Trampoline. Two sandpits. Rugby field with goal posts. Fire pit for long evenings stargazing. Fish pond. Lovely gardens and acres of space to enjoy tranquil days and evenings. Private beach with beautiful stretches of sand at low tides.
Suitable for extended families, groups, corporate retreats, and film & tv production.
The Wairarapa is known for its stunning landscapes, starry night skies, vineyards and local producers.
Waimoana is located on the wild east coast, 40 minutes east of Masterton/Carterton and approx. 2.5 hours from Wellington CBD.
(Optional second house, the ‘Scrubcutters Hut', with three double bedrooms available upon request, POA). The Scrubcutters hut is an authentic 1900s hut located across the road from Waimoana homestead (3 min walk) and has its own special character. Three bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen and living room with external access.