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# A Rural Retreat
Vacation home in Mahoenui with kitchen and fireplace
## Photo gallery for A Rural Retreat
- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies
A Rural Retreat provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.
## Reviews
10
Exceptional
### Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathrooms
## Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
## Add dates for prices
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## About this property
### Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
### A Rural Retreat
Our 1970s, Lockwood farmhouse is great for larger groups or a couple of families. Situated 5 mins off SH 3, halfway between Hamilton and New Plymouth, it is the perfect location to enjoy your next adventure. Options include walking, horse riding (BYO horse), adventure riding, trout fishing, duck shooting, fishing, whitebaiting, diving, swimming or just enjoying farm life and a bit of peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Enjoy it all here in the King Country.
The space
A large, lodge style Lockwood with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen and laundry. Master bedroom (Queen bed) with ensuite plus four other rooms (Queen, Queen plus single and floor mattress, 1x single and floor mattress, 1x single and floor mattress). It is basic but functional and situated in the middle of the farm with lovely views down the valley. Has a double garage and large lawn and extensive orchard (lemons, grapefruit, feijoas, apples, grapes and pears). Pets are welcome, dogs must be fully vaccinated and stock proof.
Guest access
Whole house apart from the storage room behind the garage. There are steps up to all external doors. You are welcome to take walks around the farm. Maps are available. Leave all gates as you find them and keep out of bull paddocks.
Other things to note
Beds are all made up and and towels provided. Tea, coffee, milo, jam, peanut butter, honey and marmite provided. There is a wood fire and a heat pump.
## Property amenities
### Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
### Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
### Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Spices
- Stovetop
### Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
### Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
### Living spaces
- Fireplace
### Entertainment
- Smart TV
### Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
### Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
### Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
### Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- One pet total
### Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
### Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
### 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)
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## Policies
### Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
### Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
The house will be unlocked upon your arrival.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
### Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: All dogs must be fully vaccinated and stock proof.
### Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
### Events
No events allowed
### Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
## Important information
### You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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 neighborhood
Mahoenui is home to this vacation home. Local points of interest include Tainui Historical Society Museum and Waikawau Beach. [Visit our Mahoenui travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Mahoenui.dx553248635926198208)
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### What's nearby
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- Big Shearer
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- Tongapurtu Sea Cave
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## A Rural Retreat Reviews
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### Exceptional
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## Reviews
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Michael J.
Oct 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cost house. Plenty of space and great scenery.
##### Michael J.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025