Title: Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere ## Photo gallery for Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere ![Terrace/patio - Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere (Te Horo, Otaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89800000/89798300/89798230/49ec08b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere (Te Horo, Otaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89800000/89798300/89798230/00d20290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere (Te Horo, Otaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89800000/89798300/89798230/552cf6bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere (Te Horo, Otaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89800000/89798300/89798230/d43f882f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere (Te Horo, Otaki)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89800000/89798300/89798230/ef3d8846.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Isness, a tranquil rural retreat with 3 bedrooms and ensuite bathrooms. Unwind in the hot tub or by the fire pit, enjoy indoor/outdoor living spaces and an expansive covered deck that sprawls onto a large lawn. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Breakfast available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere This tranquil, private property provides 3 bedrooms, ensuite, bathroom, 2 lounges, hot tub, pool table, bar (sorry not stocked!), pizza oven, fire pit, indoor/outdoor living spaces with an expansive covered in deck ... sprawling out onto a large lawn and various garden areas. Everything you need for a peaceful and relaxing break away is on hand at this warm, friendly and welcoming rural retreat. Stay put, create memories and soak up the atmosphere or explore the surrounding area - just minutes away from the beach, the Tararua's, the stunning Otaki river, various cafes, eateries and shopping. Cycle and walking trails/pathways are moments from the property, including bridle tracks (there is ample room to park horse floats and small paddocks/areas for your horse to graze if required). Located less than an hour's drive from wellington, this spot is an ideal holiday or weekend getaway. Unwind, relax and enjoy! Isness is also "home" to Isness Massage. The massage studio is located on the property, separate from the house and massage can be booked (subject to availability). Extra services: \- Grocery order: Just send us your detailed list and we will have your groceries ready for your arrival $40 + receipt amount. \- Cheese assortment platter $60 (based on 4 people) ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table ### 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 ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Seafront Queen Room (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9780000/9777500/9777481/89e0c5f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moana Lodge - Guest House Plimmerton - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Laundry room 8.8 Excellent 117 reviews £77 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=9777481&PinnedHotelID=9777481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103200000/103191500/103191492/db113a3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aston Norwood Kaitoke - Kitchen - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 8.0 Very good 4 reviews £127 includes taxes & fees 27 Feb - 28 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=103191492&PinnedHotelID=103191492&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, Netflix, books, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34820000/34816600/34816588/a5ec970d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Butterfly Cottage Martinborough Martinborough - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 40 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=34816588&PinnedHotelID=34816588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122230000/122230000/122229904/3c5a9947.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Breeze Cottage - Paekakariki Holiday Home Paekakariki - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13&selected=122229904&PinnedHotelID=122229904&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96840000/96835000/96834932/8716fa24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Raumati Delight Walk to the beach, play area & village. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited 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 and a first aid kit 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 ## About the area Located in Hautere, this holiday home is in a rural area. Otane Market and Lindale Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nga Manu Nature Reserve and Kapiti Marine Reserve. [Visit our Hautere travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hautere.dx692483258534264832) [View more Holiday homes in Hautere](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hautere-Private-Holiday-Homes.d692483258534264832-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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-40.78702%2C175.13759&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=YW3uMXJPRdMBgAm2f9x61aN2uRE=) Te Horo, Otaki, Wellington ### What's nearby - Otaki Dog Park 4 min drive \- 2.9 miles - Otaki River Walks 4 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Otane Market 4 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Otaki Beach 6 min drive \- 4.2 miles - Worser Bay 6 min drive \- 4.7 miles ### Getting around - Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - Subway 5 min drive - River Stone Cafe 5 min drive - Cafe Sixty SIX 7 min drive - Streetwise 5 min drive - Hi Mate 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere? ### What time is check-in at Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere? ### What time is check-out at Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere? ### Where is Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Isness ... Your Haven on Hautere Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 15 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicki T. 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect paradise Perfect place to relax and unwind in a gorgeous private garden setting. We had no need to leave, this was absolutely perfect for our family to spend some much needed time together. The pool table and dart board kept the teenagers happy as well as the friendly pet pigs. Lisa the host is lovely and responds to messages really quickly. Highly recommended this property, we may even come back! ##### Nicki T. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah M. 26 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing weekend with friends The house has everything you need for a fabulous weekend away without having to travel far. So much space inside and out. Nice walk to the old kilns and not too far to drive to the beach. Strange set up with the two bedrooms connected by a mezzanine floor - does mean you lack a little privacy noise wise. ##### Sarah M. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea O. 14 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely House and Garden We really enjoyed our stay at Isness. The house was very clean & well-kept, and we appreciated the staples stocked in the kitchen. And loved the crisp white linen in the bedrooms. The garden is so relaxing and we enjoyed seeing the animals. The location is good as we wanted to be semi-rural, but we didn't feel far from the beach & shops. We especially loved going to Potts Reserve for a swim. Thank you Lisa and Jon ##### Andrea O. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abby W., Wairarapa, New Zealand 3 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chill out Bliss 4 frazzled Mamas enjoyed a 2 night stay at the peaceful paradise. We came with the intention of not needing to leave and that we did. We loved the gardens, the birdlife, the fires, the pizza oven, the games, the comfy beds. We honestly didnt want for anything. We are recgarged from our stay at your whare that had everything we could possibly need. Thank you so much for making such a wonderful, memorable weekend for our group of friends 😍 ##### Abby W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross N. 26 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well appointed and landscaped This property has lots of thought to a holiday stayers needs. we loved the amenities. Hot tub and had to have a go at Pizzias since the oven was there . One surprise was two of the bedrooms are linked via a ceiling cavity so snorers or bonkers will be heard. we were fine also Im sure the owners will get the big vanity sorted as the basins were slow to drain. The house was very clean and had great personality with the kitchen really well equipped often an issue in rentals . Defiantly will visit again ##### Ross N. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate D. 19 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely break Greatvplace for a group of friends to catch up ##### Kate D. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ohkrumbs 7 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Had a lovely stay here with a group of us for my birthday. The house perfectly suited my needs, and Lisa, the owner, was very attentive with her communication. A shame the brazier wasn't in working condition, as the outside area needed some extra warmth, but otherwise a nice stay indeed. ##### Ohkrumbs Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen G. 14 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, peaceful sanctuary! Thank you for a wonderful stay - you have a beautiful, immaculate home with everything we needed....plus more! We will definitely stay again. Absolutely perfect in every way! ##### Karen G. Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kylie T. 7 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best place ever Honestly the best place so clean, organised....animals were a bonus down to massage offered....all my friends rated the massage and delt so relaxed....great place ##### Kylie T. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen B. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cleanest and totally relaxing All around great place! Cant fault it. Will definitely stay again. We all loved it. Excellent Pizza oven, pool table, darts and hot tub. ##### Stephen B. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas K. 8 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely & Relaxing Stay An absolutely wonderful place to stay just outside of Otaki; Lisa was an amazing host and made sure we were well looked after, even giving us tips for good swimming spots. The property was well-maintained with a whole lot of really good facilities; the spa and pizza oven were especially good, and it was lovely that all the stuff to get a fire going was already there. All in all if you want a really nice and relaxing escape from the city, this is the place to go :) ##### Thomas K. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie M. 10 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic find Really lovely property, plenty of room, great pool table and spa, gorgeous garden and large kitchen. PIctures didn't do it justice. Can't wait to come back! ##### Melanie M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dag S. 21 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Dag S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ---