Title: Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area. Family-friendly cottage in Hangaroa ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29485300/29485243/4cdf3284.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29485300/29485243/7a2fa893.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29485300/29485243/f176a18a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29485300/29485243/6f871b82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29485300/29485243/1c91b1a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the picturesque Tiniroto countryside, Mahaanui Cottage offers a peaceful retreat for friends and families. With three spacious bedrooms, this self-contained cottage comfortably sleeps up to 8 people and is perfect for an active farm experience or relaxing country break. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 112347 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill £143 includes taxes & fees 9 Oct - 10 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area. Mahaanui Cottage is a fully furnished, self-contained, private, country cottage located in the beautiful Tiniroto, half way between Gisborne and Wairoa (approx. 50 minutes driving either way). With everything you need for an enjoyable stay, the cottage is perfect for friends and families looking for a relaxing country break. Or active farm experience. With 3 spacious bedrooms, it comfortably sleeps up to 8 people. And if needed, a double sofa-bed and extra single bed can be added in one of the lounges – to sleep an extra 3 people. Plus there's plenty of room for tents in the cottage garden! The kitchen is well equipped and has basic food provisions such as flour, sugar, cooking oil, spices, tea and coffee but you will have to bring all your other food with you. We encourage you to go walking over the 614 hectares of farmland during your stay, or venture over to the scenic Hangaroa River or Doneraille Park – both only minutes away. So whether it be to walk, swim, kayak, fish, picnic, cycle or just relax with a book! We invite you to take some time to join us and enjoy the picturesque scenery, explore the farm and experience our country way of life. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Outdoors only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Foosball table - Kayak - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,347 square feet ## Similar properties ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997300/37997227/216ac3ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Simple relaxed accomodation option for family, friend groups or travellers. Tiniroto - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 26 reviews £82 includes taxes & fees 17 Oct - 18 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=37997227&PinnedHotelID=37997227&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: We may decline pets during our lambing season. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed No ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Outdoors only ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Parties and events are allowed on site Note from host: No Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Country Cottage Hideaway Agritourism property Gisborne Country Cottage Hideaway Gisborne Hideaway Agritourism Tiniroto Country Cottage Hideaway Tiniroto Country Cottage Hideaway Agritourism property Country Cottage Hideaway Agritourism property Tiniroto Country Cottage Hideaway Country Hide Away Cottage in a Picturesque Stunning Rural Area 19076\_M-105411 ## About the area Located in Hangaroa, this cottage is in a rural area. Kirkpatrick Estate Winery and Millton are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rere Rock Slide and Rere Falls. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Hangaroa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hangaroa.dx692487297472098304) [View more Cottages in Hangaroa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hangaroa-Cottages.d692487297472098304-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.72445%2C177.58765&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DPHgQnJGdsUUsG-Xx1f1DzQebWI=) Tiniroto, Gisborne ### Getting around - Gisborne (GIS) - 68 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area.? > As of 8 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area. on 9 Oct 2025 start from £142.60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hangaroa-Hotels-Country-Hide-Away-Cottage-In-A-Picturesque-Stunning-Rural-Area.h29485243.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area. located? > Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 32 mi (52 km) of Kirkpatrick Estate Winery, East Coast Museum of Technology and Matawhero Wines. Bushmere Estate and Millton are also within 32 miles (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Country hide away cottage in a picturesque stunning rural area. Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 45 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 9.4/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 2/10 Terrible #### John H. 19 Feb 2019 #### Beautiful & quiet location. Absolutely the most welcoming & cordial hosts. The cottage was completely equipped - kitchen, living room, bedrooms & baths. The hosts were very inviting & helpful in directing us to local attractions & swimming areas. Definitely would stay there again. ##### John H. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sandra t. 13 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kopiko Riders Beautiful house in a beautiful rural setting, so peaceful, we were sorry it was only one night. Outdoor shower is a must. Sally and Simon were superb hosts, super helpful and friendly. Sally's homemade treat was very much appreciated and we had a lovely walk around the farm, meeting the lovely dogs. Would highly recommend staying at this piece of paradise. ##### sandra t. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica R. 5 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely escape! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Lovely setting with plenty to do or easy to relax and do nothing at all. Simon and sally are very kind and hospitable - we arrived to fresh cut flowers and lovely baking and Simon took us all to see the animals - a real highlight for the kids. ##### Jessica R. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teryl C. 20 Feb 2019 #### Perfect escape The cottage exceeded my expectations and was the perfect place to escape for a few days. I appreciated all the information on the local area as well as the housekeeping requirements before departure. There was a lovely slice left for us to enjoy too. The peace and tranquility was exactly what I needed and I look forward to escaping again next year. ##### Teryl C. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Esther H. 13 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great time had by all We stayed here in January with 7 adults, 4 children and 3 dogs. We all loved our time at Mahaanui, from feeding the pigs and the sheep shearing demo to the walking tracks through the farm, and from the welcome brownies to the suggested local activities described in the property info. I highly recommend Mahaanui, especially if you have dogs. Our three had the best time as the property is fully fenced and they had a lot of freedom. ##### Esther H. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cherie 15 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication This was the first time we have stayed in a place like this, usually it is camp grounds or motels, and we had a wonderful time. If you want to spend time on a farm away from any technology and town life then this is the place to come. Our children loved being out with the animals and walking through the paddocks, I got the rest and relaxation I had been searching for for so long, and my husband was able to step away from work. The hosts were amazing! Kind, caring, and so very helpful with everything! The cottage is gorgeous! You wake up to a stunning view of the surrounding hills and hearing tuis’ singing and sheep in the paddock, and you can end the day curled up in front of the fire with a book or a board game. We will be back to stay again, and it will be for a lot longer than just a weekend. ##### Cherie Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross 19 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great rural outlook, people and atmosphere ##### Ross Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronika J. 26 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden gem Tucked away in the hills is this lil gem - perfect for getting away from it all. We enjoyed the farm walks & spending time by the river, dogs had an absolute blast & tons of space to stretch their legs. We met the pigs & said hi to the horses & donkey plus meeting wee Fig (the dog) was a pleasure as he joined us on a wee walk. Thank you for having us ##### Veronika J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pauline and Matthew 4 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This is a very special property and we felt privileged to stay. The location offers a quiet peaceful stay in stunning country surrounds. ##### Pauline and Matthew Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 28 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Country style living and very peacful and relaxing scenery. Love the view and waking up to the sound of nature each morning was lovely . House is fully equiped with everything , fully comfortable . Will defiantly be back . ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hema P. 3 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place, amazing hosts & relaxed holiday! Wish we had a few more days to stay - We had an awesome Christmas break with family and friends and the farm stay ( first time) at Sally’s was a perfect spot to unwind! Kids had a great time with the puppies ! Thank you Sally for letting us stay at yours, very welcoming & a comfortable stay! Your gluten free brownies were such a hit!! ##### Hema P. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### miss k a. 14 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and cosy We had a lovely stay at this property. The cottage was cosy with 2 wood burners, plenty of games to play, a stereo, a well equipped kitchen and comfy beds. There are plenty of walks in the area, and the owner's dog at the nearby property was very friendly and joined us for one of them! Thank you ##### miss k a. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Darius k. 14 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serene and beautiful Lovely place,beautiful views ##### Darius k. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alex O. 7 Jun 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved the location and surroundings. Has everything you need. Super hosts. ##### Alex O. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke F. 24 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot out of Gisborne While this is a bit out of Gisborne, I'm not sure you need to head into town with all the great natural attractions nearby. Beautiful countryside with good swimming spots. ##### Luke F. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann T. 2 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and meet all our needs . ##### Ann T. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gillian M. 1 May 2019 #### Great cottage in middle of nowhere! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Cottage is well-appointed and has everything you need. Welcomed with fresh pikelets and jam, yum! Plus friendly welcoming hosts and a roaring fire. Lovely to come back to the cottage each evening and relax in the peace and quiet with the fire on. Thanks! ##### Gillian M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janie M. 27 Apr 2019 #### Cosy Cottage, with Beautiful Views We had a wonderful stay and felt very welcome. Simon and Sally are both wonderful hosts. The cottage was a very comfortable place to stay within a beautiful setting. ##### Janie M. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Satoi W. 26 Apr 2019 #### Peaceful Quiet Lots of Nature, Enjoy the Fantail Birds. Very friendly Hosts ##### Satoi W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karan G. 6 Apr 2019 #### Outstanding hosts with peaceful accomadtion One of my best farm stays so far, peaceful accommodation with nature surrounding. I booked there for my birthday and it was just perfect, away from the crowd with stunning views. The hosts sally and Simon were very welcoming and really nice people, plus sally made a cake for me which was very kind of her. Definitely we all boys will be back soon. Highly recommend to everyone. ##### Karan G. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth O. 23 Mar 2019 #### Wonderful Farm Stay We recently stayed at the Country Cottage with our daughter's family. It was an excellent location for a relaxed time with family. Simon ,Sally and their family were wonderful hosts. The grandchildren especially (adults as well) enjoyed the farm animals, sheep shearing and farm tour. ##### Kenneth O. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Paul Y. 2 Feb 2019 #### Not the place to be if you like cities, peace and quiet... Not the place to be if you like cities, peace and quiet in plenty ##### Paul Y. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tapua H. 24 Jan 2019 #### It was Mint! Beautiful settings with a beautiful house. Owner was so very welcoming and kind. Would love to stay here for longer and explore the area in its entirety. The section was well fenced and the grounds well cared. Our 3 dogs, the kennel/run area could do with little weed eating just because of the thistles. Otherwise spectacular. Thank you ##### Tapua H. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karena K. 17 Jan 2019 #### This cottage and beautiful environment has served our family with lots of wonderful memories! Sally and Simon hosted our family with care and made us feel at home. Cottage is set out perfectly for everyone. We had our little kids with us who enjoyed feeding and talking to the animals. we embraced the scenery with wonderful food and conversations in-door and out-door. they had everything there for us to really enjoy our holiday. Thank you Sally and Simon for your hospitality! Thank you to all the animals and nature! Thank you Tiniroto! Mauri Ora ##### Karena K. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James W. 14 Jan 2019 #### Beautiful farm stay. The cottage has all modern conveniences including dishwasher and wifi. We were greeted with fresh scones with jam and cream when we arrived, there was also fresh flowers in each room. The cottage and gardens were absolutely lovely. We loved sitting on the deck overlooking the garden for our meals. Sally, Simon and their family were great hosts and went out of their way to show us about farm life and introduce our kids to all the animals. Awesome people, awesome place, awesome stay. ##### James W. 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