Located in Ruahine, Mairenui Rural Retreat provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. There is a private bathroom with bath in some units, along with free toiletries, a hairdryer and slippers. The lodge offers a barbecue. Palmerston North International Airport is 89 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 double bed
and
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Ruahine

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Helen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Beautiful setting, quiet, peaceful, character home, just so perfect. Rural Retreat is spot on. Super breakfast set me up for the day, wonderful hosts. Look forward to going back for some further quiet time
  • Talula
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing location, great vibes and amazing breakfast.
  • Claire
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The breakfast was delicious and friendly, helpful hosts.
  • Natalia
    Colombia Colombia
    - Location is amazing, it is a truly rural retreat to enjoy nature - the perfectly well maintained villa with a beautiful story to tell - the hospitality of Sue, her husband and her son - Breakfast is awesome
  • Derek
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very historic main house - beautiful Villa we stayed in an architectural wonder.
  • Maddismum21
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Quirky, exceptional gorgeous location & super friendly host. Didn't expect such homely features, very comfortable bed & a darkness that we've never experienced before!! Communication was great, shame we didn't meet Sue in person but David was a...
  • Pracilla
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Lots of charm. Reflects the warmth of the hosts. Historical stories. Quite ‘French’. Wonderful breakfasts and can have dinner too.
  • Keith
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Excellent location for us (we wanted somewhere quiet, rural, rustic and off the beaten track). Meals provided were excellent. Our hosts, Sue, Dave, Matt and Leonie were a pleasure to meet and interact with. On the spectrum from rural rustic to...
  • P
    Paul
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Breakfast exceeded expectations. Location was spectacular!!
  • Madeleine
    Australia Australia
    Wonderful rustic villa with a beautiful fire place and great views. Hosts Sue & David were very accommodating.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Mairenui Rural Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Activities

  • Tennis equipment
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Entertainment and family services

    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Board games/puzzles

    Cleaning services

    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge

    Business facilities

    • Fax/photocopying
    • Meeting/banquet facilities
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms

    General

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Electric blankets
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Ironing facilities
    • Airport shuttle
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Languages spoken

    • German
    • French

    House rules
    Mairenui Rural Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 20:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 08:30 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardEftposCash

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Mairenui Rural Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Mairenui Rural Retreat

    • Room options at Mairenui Rural Retreat include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
    • Check-in at Mairenui Rural Retreat is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Mairenui Rural Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Mairenui Rural Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Tennis court
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Tennis equipment
    • Mairenui Rural Retreat is 0.8 miles from the centre of Ruahine. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.