Title: ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY 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 apartment # ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY Apartment in Kaitake with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110650000/110646800/110646739/9a509489.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110650000/110646800/110646739/21fbadcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110650000/110646800/110646739/a43cc57b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110650000/110646800/110646739/56858287.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110650000/110646800/110646739/8a89e54f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom646 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space £154 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY Time to kick your shoes off, pour yourself a drink and listen to the bird song. This downstairs apartment is warm cosy and peaceful. New to bookabatch, come and seek the relaxation you deserve. Located in Oakura, 5 mins drive to Oakura township, 7mins to Oakura beach. Kaitake Walking tracks mins away. If you’re lucky you might even hear one of 60 kiwi in the kaitake national park.Long term stays welcome, please contact for pricing. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Gravel flooring in public areas - Handrails in stairways (90 centimetre high) - No lift (single-level property) - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Unit size: 646 square feet - 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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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ![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-39.13494%2C173.97375&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=61jUZozYOEMNmg92UJ1C8lqpq_8=) Kaitake, Taranaki #### What's nearby - Oakura Beach - 7 min drive - 2.5 miles - Taranaki Base Hospital - 17 min drive - 10.3 miles - Pukekura Park - 21 min drive - 11.9 miles - Bowl of Brooklands - 22 min drive - 12.3 miles - Fitzroy Beach - 22 min drive - 12.8 miles #### Getting around - New Plymouth (NPL) - 40 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪locals cafe - ‬16 min drive - ‪OFS: Oakura Fish Shop - ‬6 min drive - ‪Butlers Reef - ‬7 min drive - ‪Rainforest Eatery - ‬18 min drive - ‪Pizza Magic - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### How much does it cost to stay at ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY? > As of 13 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY on 14 Oct 2025 start from £154.39, 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/Kaitake-Hotels-Kick-Off-Your-Shoes.h110646739.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY located? > Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Ringcraft Moana and within 3 miles (5 km) of Oakura Library and Shearer Reserve. Corbett Park and Oakura Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john m. 25 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Property was very clean and had everything we needed , great location, quiet and relaxing ##### john m. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melany N. 4 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy and nice Great stay, great hosts great location. ##### Melany N. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lillie B. 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Lillie B. 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