Title: Poplar Cottage - warm and private, nature haven 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 # Poplar Cottage - warm and private, nature haven Cottage in Tinui with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100820000/100810200/100810144/b8a3479b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100820000/100810200/100810144/5c340924_edited_4140.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100820000/100810200/100810144/29f7b46c_edited_214c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100820000/100810200/100810144/8decfebf_edited_01f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100820000/100810200/100810144/91eea565_edited_5d27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Poplar Cottage - warm and private, nature haven , you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen ## 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. ### Poplar Cottage - warm and private, nature haven Nestled in the gardens of the historic Tinui Station Homestead you find Poplar Cottage, a four bedroom self-contained cottage for up to eight people. Pet friendly but strictly by arrangement. The Cottage features four bedrooms, full bathroom plus separate WC, cosy open plan living area with a wood burner and a continuous verandah on three sides. In front of the cottage, you’ll find the spa pool under the stars, as well as room to BBQ and dine on the verandah. Poplar Cottage enjoys a private and expansive view of the natural amphitheatre rising up to the Tinui Taipo incorporating mature Poplar trees over 30 metres in height, framing the grassy meadows beneath. These cast dappled sunlight far enough from the dwelling so as not to impede abundant morning and daytime sunshine, and provide a peaceful ambience. The garden and grounds are a sanctuary for birds thanks to over five years of biodynamic practices. More than 30 species of bird have been spotted here. From the Bellbird bringing in the dawn chorus, Tui celebrating the sunset and the Morepork closing off the night, vibrant bird life defines the relaxing backdrop of the Estate. There is much to enjoy here in the tranquil surrounds. The immediate garden area is wrapped by a river-stone wall and home to established trees and flowers to charm you. Discover the bustling orchard of plum, peach, nectarine, pear, apple and citrus. Explore further! You will find the twin oaks that have watched over the Homestead since its founding over a century ago. Each corner of the grounds has its theme, from multiple plantings of native New Zealand plants and trees to the Rhododendron and Australian tree corners. Further afield, there is much to see and do. Around the corner, walk the Tinui Anzac Walkway up to the Anzac Cross – marking the first Anzac Commemoration in New Zealand in 1916. Look around charming Tinui Village. We are centrally located to Mataikona, Castlepoint, Otahome and Riversdale beaches with a choice of options for swimming (Riversdale is patrolled during the summer season), walks, fishing, snorkelling and sights to see. The coastal walk at Castlepoint and up to the tallest lighthouse in the North Island is a must do. Inland, Rewanui Forest Park offers forest walks with notable plantings of native trees. Tennis court hire is available at Castlepoint. Or play golf at the Castlepoint Golf Course or Riversdale Beach Golf Club. Both golf courses are nine-hole courses – with the option to extend the Riversdale course to 18 holes by playing twice from different tees. The General Stores at Castlepoint and Riversdale also offer coffee and take-aways. Great pub meals can be had at the Whakataki Pub just 15 minutes away and the newly reopened Tinui Pub just a 5 minute walk away. More about Poplar Cottage. The modernised kitchen features all you need to prepare meals. Note that the closest supermarket is in Masterton. The cottage has its own spa pool newly filled for you with fresh spring water. As the water is replaced for each visit, we use no chlorine or residual chemicals. The water is treated with ozone which dissipates as oxygen on contact with air. The spa pool is covered. Wi-Fi is available and included. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100810000/100809000/100808996/dad2069b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rose Cottage - Tranquil retreat Masterton - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=100808996&PinnedHotelID=100808996&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118150000/118142400/118142350/04930b20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waiwhare On The Beach (beachfront property with direct beach access) Castlepoint - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=118142350&PinnedHotelID=118142350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30230000/30220100/30220039/w2656h1980x0y12-c0892475.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful Ocean-front holiday home Castle Point - Sea view - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 541 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=30220039&PinnedHotelID=30220039&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74620000/74614300/74614282/c8c7b91c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury, stylish house with spectacular seaviews Mataikona - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=74614282&PinnedHotelID=74614282&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82890000/82882400/82882307/310c2cc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern Little Place At Castlepoint - with Private Direct Beach Access Castlepoint - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 9.4 Exceptional 25 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=82882307&PinnedHotelID=82882307&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119690000/119680700/119680673/de3b3135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to Paradise – Spacious 4-Bedroom Beachfront Retreat at Mataikona Beach Mataikona - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=119680673&PinnedHotelID=119680673&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30120000/30116500/30116426/3ff9cbee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Castlepoint - Private family beach home with stunning views capturing the sun. 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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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¢er=-40.872704,176.08339&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:hamxFehvq%60%40%3FU%3FS%3FS%40S%3FU%40S%40Q%40U%40UBU%40Q%40UBSBQBUBQBUDQBUDQDUBQDQDQFSDSFQFQDQFQFSFMFQHSFMHQFOHQHOHMHSHMHOJMJMHMJOHMJMLKHMJKLKJMJKLKJKLGLMLGJMLGLGLILINGLILELGNELELINELCNENELENALCNENANCLCN%3FNANAN%3FN%3FLCN%3FN%3FNBN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%3FNBLBP%40LDNBL%40NDNDLBNDLDNHLDLDNFLDLHLFNHJHLFLFLLLFJLLFLJJJLJJLJJJJJLJJJLJLJNHLJLHLHNHLJRHLHNFPHNFPHLFRFPHLFRFPDPFPDPFRDRDPDPDPDTBPDTBPDT%40PBTBPBRBT%40P%40T%40TBT%3FP%40R%40T%3FR%40R%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRAR%3FRATAT%3FPCRATATAPCTCRCRCRAPETCPETCPETEPEPEPETGPEPGPERGPGPILGRGPILGPINGPININKPINILINKHINKNKNKJKJKLKLKJKJMJKJMJMHKHMHMJMHMFKHOHMFMHMDOFMFMDOFMDODMBODODM%40OBMDQBM%40OBO%3FM%40OBO%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FO%3FOCOAO%3FMCOAOCOEMCOAMEOEOEMCOEMGMEOGMGMEMIOGMIMIMGMIKKMIMIMIKKMKKKKKMKKMIMMKKKIOKOIOKIKOIMIOIQIOIOIQGOIQGMIQGSGMGQGQESGQGQEQGUEQEQCQEUEQCUEQCUCQCSCSCSAUAQCUAUASAQAU%3FUAS%3FS%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RYuXK-CPrnQUwQv_KynVBYZPJqM=) Tinui, Wellington #### What's nearby - Castlepoint Beach - 22 min drive - 16.7 miles - Riversdale Beach - 41 min drive - 23.6 miles - Queen Elizabeth Park - 44 min drive - 35.7 miles - Aratoi: Wairarapa Museum of Art and History - 45 min drive - 35.9 miles - Vintage Aviation Museum - 50 min drive - 38.3 miles #### Restaurants - ‪Tinui Cafe And Pub - ‬8 min walk - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬24 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Poplar Cottage - warm and private, nature haven pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### Where is Poplar Cottage - warm and private, nature haven located? > Situated in Tinui, this cottage is within 16 miles (25 km) of Castlepoint Beach, Castlepoint Lighthouse and Castlepoint Rock. Otahome Beach and Basil Bodle Reserve are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Poplar Cottage - warm and private, nature haven Reviews 10 ### 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### megan a. 18 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tinui Stay Great cottage with everything we needed ##### megan a. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathee H. 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful Family Weekend Clean, well equipped, rural location with a lovely walk up to ANZAC cross. Enjoyed the spa under the stars. Close proximity to fishing, swimming and walks at Castlepoint. ##### Kathee H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt K. 24 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway We had an amazing couple of days in Tīnui - peaceful location, great weather and plenty to do. House had everything and our host was super helpful. Easy drive over the hill to relax! ##### Matt K. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louis C. 5 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Great hosts and a lovely place to stay. ##### Louis C. 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