tE ARATIPI CABINS
Tucked away alongside native remnant bush, Te Aratipi sits 600 meters above the Pacific Ocean, atop the century-old farm it’s named after. These off-grid dual cabins offer unparalleled privacy, making them perfect for couples or small groups. Experience breathtaking panoramic views that stretch from the Mahia Peninsula to the Ruahines, Kawekas, and down to the Manawatu Gorge.
Your hosts will provide a scenic 25-minute transfer via Can-Am or 4WD to this this beautiful getaway. Disconnect from the hustle of town and explore the covenanted, regenerating bush, roam the farm, and traverse the limestone plateau on foot. Observe native birds in flight, enjoy board games, relax in a hammock, or stargaze at night.
To make your stay effortless, we include a complete food package, so all you need to do is pack the right clothing—though we even have spares available!
Adventure awaits—feel a million miles away while being just a 45–50 minute trip from Hawke’s Bay airport, followed by a quick transfer to the cabins.
Come and experience the perfect escape at Te Aratipi Cabins!
Details and Rates
Features
Price: $1,500 per stay (incl gst).
The price includes:
*2 adults.
Any day and time, subject to availability between January - end of May.
Two-night stay.
Check in from 3:00pm. Check out by 10:00am.
Transfers to and from the cabins from the homestead via Can-Am or 4WD truck. Approximately 25 minutes each way, over amazing farmland.
‘Good to go’ food and beverage package so that you have all you need to survive and thrive up top! Includes welcome snacks & dinner on the first day. Breakfast provisions, lunch and dinner on the second day. Breakfast provisions on your last day. Generous, sourced from the farm where possible country fare!
Complimentary bar and non-alcoholic beverages always available.
*If you would like to bring 2 more people or children, please email us.
Two native trees will be planted thanks to your stay!
A Te Aratipi Cap for each visitor so you take a little bit of your stay away with you.
See payment details + t’s and c’s here.
AMENITIES
The dual-cabins and surrounding area is exclusively yours for the duration of your stay.
Featuring...
One sleeping cabin with comfy queen bed, premium linen, towels and robes.
One dining/sitting room cabin with a sofa bed (incase you want two extra bodies to join you) and table.
One kitchen (we call it the ‘in-betweener’) with gas hobs, hot running water, Weber BBQ, and everything you need to prepare and cook great food.
One UE Boom for you to enjoy your favourite music and one battery pack for you to charge up your phone (if you choose to bring one)
One private hot shower with a view and not to mention, big enough for two. Hand wash, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner.
One back country flushing toilet.
One outdoor basin as part of the ‘bathroom’.
One mahooosive deck to enjoy with a large outdoor dining table, chairs, stone cheminee (fireplace).
One outdoor fire ‘trough bath’.
Indoor and outdoor games. Including Kubb, Giant Jenga, Golf clubs and balls, Corn Toss, Card games. Books, magazines, boardgames.
One picnic rug and picnic basket.
Our pantry is stocked with oils, condiments, salt, pepper, local fresh ground coffee, a selection of teas, sugar, hot chocolate and marshmallows.
A stay in the countryside offers the beauty of nature and a peaceful atmosphere, providing a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of town life.
Other things to note
Please bear in mind that you are very isolated. To get to and from the cabins, it is an additional 25 minutes from our homestead alone. This is all part of its amazing location and your adventure. You therefore do need to be organised and pack for all weather conditions, even in summer! We will have emergency clothing on hand however.
Wind can be a bit of an issue up top. Particularly NW and NE. We are working on some form of portable wind break for the deck- watch this space!
We don’t have Wi-Fi but you will have strong Celle phone signal for you to use your own data and access the web if needed. We encourage you to “switch off” however.
We don’t have a fridge, but we ensure all perishable food and beverages stay fresh using reliable ice, cooling blocks, and large chillibins.
We can arrange a helicopter transfer for you too if you fancy indulging. Perhaps a long lunch at Black Barn or Craggy Range Winery first before taking a flight up to us?!
If you like the idea of bringing more people up here, we are open to the idea of pitching a tent too. Ask us more!
We will open each season from summer until late autumn. If you aren’t scared of the cold, we aren’t scared to have you with us so please enquire.
