Waiora cottage

9.2/10 · 110 Reviews Book

667 Otaki Gorge Road, 5582 Otaki, New Zealand

Main amenities

Facilities For Disabled Guests Free Parking Wonderful Breakfast Free WiFi Non-smoking Rooms

9.2/10 (110 Reviews)

Location

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Neighborhood

Rail Stations

Otaki

On foot: 8,6 km · 1 hr 42 minBy car: 8,7 km · 12 min

Waikanae

By car: 19,7 km · 19 min

Natural Parks

Otaki River Estuary Viewing Platform

By car: 11,5 km · 16 min

Trinity Farm Heritage Rose Nursery and Wedding Venue

By car: 11,8 km · 15 min

Atwood Gardens

By car: 15,3 km · 17 min

Peka Peka

By car: 18,6 km · 20 min

Airports

Kapiti Coast Airport

By car: 27,3 km · 23 min

RNZAF Base Ohakea Airport

By car: 78,6 km · 1 hr 9 min

Palmerston North International Airport

By car: 80,5 km · 1 hr 6 min

Wellington Airport

By car: 83,7 km · 1 hr 3 min

Beaches

Otaki Beach

By car: 12,3 km · 18 min

Waikawa Beach

By car: 13,3 km · 18 min

Restaurants

Zaaffran A Taste of Morocco

By car: 5,8 km · 10 min

Kapiti Fisheries

On foot: 8,5 km · 1 hr 42 minBy car: 8,5 km · 11 min

The Winemakers Daughter

On foot: 8,9 km · 1 hr 47 minBy car: 9 km · 11 min

Cafes, Coffee and Tea Houses

Apple Quarters Cafe

On foot: 7,7 km · 1 hr 32 minBy car: 7,7 km · 11 min

wildbean cafe

On foot: 8,8 km · 1 hr 45 minBy car: 9 km · 12 min

Kiss & Bake Up

On foot: 9,8 km · 1 hr 57 minBy car: 9,8 km · 13 min

Lakes

Oxidation Pond

On foot: 8,8 km · 1 hr 45 minBy car: 8,8 km · 12 min

Information

Waiora Cottage offers free Wi-Fi, complimentary parking, accessible facilities for disabled guests, and a hearty breakfast included daily. Located on tranquil Otaki Gorge Road, this retreat provides easy access to local attractions while maintaining privacy. Just 16 minutes away by car lies the scenic Otaki River Estuary Viewing Platform, ideal for birdwatching along the river’s edge. Food lovers can visit Apple Quarters Café in 11 minutes’ drive, known for its fresh regional produce and homemade dishes. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Otaki Beach, a 19-minute drive offering sandy shores perfect for coastal walks or beachside relaxation. Additionally, the historic Oxidation Pond, dating back to early gold-mining days, sits just 12 minutes away by vehicle—a quiet spot reflecting the area’s industrial past.

Amenities

Kitchen

Cleaning products Toaster Electric kettle Microwave Refrigerator Kitchenette Kitchenware Stovetop Kitchen Coffee machine Oven High chair

Outdoors

Picnic area Outdoor furniture BBQ facilities Garden Sun deck Barbecue Terrace Outdoor dining area Balcony

Room amenities

Socket near the bed Clothes rack Electric blankets Tile/Marble floor Private entrance Carpeted Ironing facilities Iron Fan

Bathroom

Toilet paper Private bathroom Towels Hairdryer Bathtub or shower Toilet Shower Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

Safety features

Face masks for guests available First aid kits available Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities Access to healthcare professionals Process in place to check health of guests

Miscellaneous

Smoke-free property Heating Non-smoking rooms Air conditioning Facilities for disabled guests Wheelchair accessible Pet bowls

Activities

Cycling Hiking Canoeing Fishing Beach Golf course (within 2 miles)

Cleanliness & disinfection

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus Hand sanitizer Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Safety & security

Fire extinguishers Smoke alarms Key access

Outdoor & View

Landmark view Garden view View

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized Food can be delivered to guest accommodation Delivered food covered securely

Entertainment & Family Services

Board games/puzzles Books, DVDs or music for children Board games/Puzzles

Physical distancing

Physical distancing rules followed Contactless check-in/out

Living Area

Sitting area Dining area

Bedroom

Linens Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV TV

Internet

Internet

Parking

Parking

Building Characteristics

Detached

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Spa

Open-air bath

Photos

Reviews

10 / 10

Ngawhika - 02/11/2026

The people the place

Everything

9 / 10

Damien - 02/22/2026

Lovely venue, clean and neat.

Two frozen eggs and mouldy yoghurt in the fridge.

10 / 10

Tracey - 02/11/2026

Beautiful rural setting, everything we needed - loved sitting on the deck for our morning coffee

Nothing it was perfect

9 / 10

Ross - 02/10/2026

Peace and quiet after lots of travel, wasn't far off the main road

Nothing to do with the accommodation, but not many dining places to be had in Otaki

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Important information

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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