10/10 Excellent
Brent M.
20 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural retreat
Brent M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Entire home
Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat
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Just 5 minutes from Stratford, this rural retreat offers a peaceful escape. Share the home with friendly house owners and loveable animals like horses, dogs, goats, cats and chickens.
Reviews
6.86.8 out of 10
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Free WiFi
- Parking available
The current price is AED 131
AED 131
AED 220 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Add dates for prices
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat
Queen bed with 1500 threadcount sheets!
Oak wardrobe and drawers.
Mid renovation - lounge unfinished.
KIDS OVER 3 YRS ALLOWED (can't edit the other details)
SHARE LIVING SPACE WITH OWNERS - this the cheap price!
WE DO NOT PROVIDE MEALS. (Not BnB). Coffee and tea available.
Gotta love animals - horse, 2 dogs, goat, cat and chickens.
Five minutes from Stratford. 20 minutes from Hawera. 30 minutes from beautiful Opunake beach. Hollard Gardens, Dawson Falls and mountain approximately 15 minutes away.
Property is fully fenced and gated (remote).
Nights are silent (no traffic noise etc) - enjoy the stars!!
You must love animals - our dogs are boisterous and very friendly.
Oak wardrobe and drawers.
Mid renovation - lounge unfinished.
KIDS OVER 3 YRS ALLOWED (can't edit the other details)
SHARE LIVING SPACE WITH OWNERS - this the cheap price!
WE DO NOT PROVIDE MEALS. (Not BnB). Coffee and tea available.
Gotta love animals - horse, 2 dogs, goat, cat and chickens.
Five minutes from Stratford. 20 minutes from Hawera. 30 minutes from beautiful Opunake beach. Hollard Gardens, Dawson Falls and mountain approximately 15 minutes away.
Property is fully fenced and gated (remote).
Nights are silent (no traffic noise etc) - enjoy the stars!!
You must love animals - our dogs are boisterous and very friendly.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- TV
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the mountains
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Property does not allow children
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 9:00 AM
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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
Located in Ngaere, this vacation home is in the mountains. Taranaki Pioneer Village and Victoria Park Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Hollard Gardens and Fun Ho! National Toy Museum. Pouakai Zoo Park and Pukeiti Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Ngaere travel guide
View more Vacation Homes in NgaereNgaere, Taranaki
What's nearby
- Taranaki Pioneer Village8 min drive - 5.8 km
- King Edward Park10 min drive - 8.0 km
- Victoria Park Memorial10 min drive - 8.0 km
- Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre10 min drive - 8.0 km
- Percy Thomson Gallery10 min drive - 8.3 km
Getting around
- Stratford Station8 min drive
- New Plymouth (NPL)44 min drive
Restaurants
- Colonel Malone's9 min drive
- Casa Pequena9 min drive
- Sahara Kebabs & Grill9 min drive
- Nami Sushi10 min drive
- Ky Fast Food & Restaurant9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?
As of 10 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat on 12 March 2026 start from AED 131, excluding 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 for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat?
Check-out is at 9:00 AM.
Where is Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat located?
Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Taranaki Pioneer Village, King Edward Park, and Victoria Park Memorial. Taranaki Electricty Trust Kings Theatre and Percy Thomson Gallery are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Animal Lovers' Rural Retreat Reviews
Reviews
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
8 - Good
0
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 6 reviews
6 - Okay
2
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 6 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews
2 - Terrible
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7.6
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
5.0
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Yvonne M.
28 March 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country Stay
The description of the accommodation was accurate. I was not under any illusions and it fitted my needs. I was grateful to be able to bring my dogs. Sharing bathroom/toilet with owners was a little disconcerting, to find a middle of the night toilet stop meant I had to flush the toilet before I used it.
Yvonne M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Phillippa S.
1 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming
Phillippa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
4/10 Poor
Rebecca
7 February 2025
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked thinking it was separate from the main house (like a sleep-out), but it turned out to be a room in the owners’ house. Kristen was very pleasant but it wasn’t what we wanted so we didn’t stay.
Rebecca
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
4/10 Poor
Duncan P.
31 December 2024
Duncan P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Justin
25 August 2024
Liked: Communication
Justin
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024