Located about 80 km (49 mi) northeast of Wellington and 25 km (15.5 mi) southwest of Masterton is this beautiful rural town of the Wairarapa region of New Zealand called Greytown. With the distinction of being awarded the most beautiful town of New Zealand in 2017, this small town is not small when it comes to its natural beauty and also holds the distinction of being the first planned island town. It is this eternal beauty, together with its Victorian architecture and a number of cafes, boutiques and shopping outlets, that make Greytown one of the most visited weekend getaways of New Zealand today. With an official camping ground called the Soldiers’ Memorial Park, together with its lime trees, 5 km (3 mi) rail trail, and great view of the Tararua Ranges, it is a sight to behold. There is plenty to see and enjoy in Greytown. Here are top the best Bookabach holiday homes in Greytown, New Zealand for you to check out.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Immaculate Greytown apartment with rose garden (from USD 114)
With a fully functional kitchen and two bedrooms that can sleep four, this beautiful grey cottage in the middle of New Zealand’s lush greenery is a treat to stay in. For NZD 176 (120 USD) a night, this cottage is a great find. It is conveniently located near the best eateries and retail stores a short walk away. With a barbecue on the private deck, overlooking the rose garden, your afternoons will be relaxing and easy.
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Appreciated extras like up to date magazinesThe sleeper couch in the lounge came in handyvery well appointed - a delight to stay thereReally nice place Quiet and confortableBoth the apartment and location are perfect for either a short or long term stay Locekt fresh bread and condiments provided which was so niceCleanliness:
gorgeous place - very clean and cute -Host:
Despite the inclement weather the owner came and introduced herself and made us welcome from the startvery well appointed accommodation and beautifully kept gardens to look out upon Would love to visit again when we have more timewarm and extra spacious Clean with very pleasant new decor and fittingsI would recommend highly - the hosts are a lovely friendly couplethe layout is generous and very comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location and setting was fabulousand perhaps the weather is a little warmer :-)Lovely clean and very comfortable with all the amenities Beautiful gardens and great location - definitely looking to return here for a another weekend awayComfortable and modern fit-out Lovely garden settingA lovely place to stay Beautiful grounds to look out on and outdoor furniture to enjoy Comfortable bed
2. The perfect romantic getaway (from USD 108)
Just 2 km (1.25 miles) from Greytown, with its rural settings as the backdrop, this beautiful cottage and its two bedrooms and one bath offers a spectacular view of the Tararua ranges. With its huge claw-foot bathtub and being fully self contained with all the amenities a guest would need for their stay, this cottage at NZD 181 (109 USD) a night makes a wonderful romantic getaway as well.
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The beds were comfortable and warmThere is so much to do in the surrounding areaTaraview was the ultimate place to relax and breatheLovely one night stay in this sweet cottage - comfy beds fireplace gardens and all the comforts of home Recommend for those looking for something close to the Greytown Village but with a country...The road noise is a little invasive during the day but fine for sleeping and the 3km walk to townHost:
wonderful outlook well equipped Excellent communications with owner Great to be able to bring our dogeven a box of toys Bring your own portacot stair gate and fire guardThey even went out of their way to return their charger to me on the same day we checked outThe house was close to Greytown shops was lovely and warm once we got the fire going and has full kitchen with all necessities to cook a mealWould have loved to relax there another couple of days as plenty to do in the regionRead more reviewsLocation:
Over a period of years we have stayed at "The Cottage" several timesA real character place Very convenient for Greytown and a short drive to MartinboroughNice little cottage situated not too far from greytown but feels very ruralEverything was great at this lovely cottage Thanks
3. Beautiful old-fashioned cottage (from USD 107)
Use the traditional wood-fired burner to keep you warm or use the more modern heat pump–the choice is yours on how you would like to spend your holiday in this traditional cottage equipped with modern facilities. With an average rate of NZD 179 (124 USD) a night, this two-bedroom cottage that can house five gives you a perfect countryside lifestyle.
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large TV and Sky providedjust no doors in the living room to keep the cold outHad everything we could have asked for in the house plus comfy beds was well appointed and stockedbeautiful fully equipped cottage everything you could possibly needWell equipped kitchen and excellent entertainment optionsCleanliness:
We had a lovely stay and the cottage had everything we neededHost:
We enjoyed the accomodation close to main street very dog friendly Over all a very enjoyable Holiday for us and our dog Milliegreat location and excellent communication with host Would happily recommendGood heating - both a wood fire and new heat-pump Comfortable beds - all with decent (fast heating) electric blanketsnice personal touches felt like home away from homeLots of things reminded us of our first home when we wereRead more reviewsLocation:
Great location - close to shops & cafes and only a 20 min drive to MartinboroughGreat location- just an alleyway from the main street of Greytown which is such a lovely little townA cute light and clean little place Great location - just one street back from main shops Lots to do in the area and lots to do at the propertyThe location is fab just parallel to the main Street Very cute well set up and comfortable with personal touches like fresh eggs and biscuitsA great location a fantastic house with all the amenities you need
4. Semi-rural studio (from USD 92)
The best term that can be used to describe this one-bedroom semi-rural cottage that can sleep two is “cute”. Located on the 3-acre (12-sq. m) lifestyle block of Udy Street, and coming at NZD 180 (120 USD) a night, this cute property has its own driveway that is lined with olive trees. With ducks, hen, sheep, and alpacas to give you company, this true country house that derived its name from wild Blackberry growing around the cottage is a treat for a true country-style living.
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Lovely private space with everything you needThis cottage is very modern on the inside has everything you need and is so quietCute wee cottage equipped with everything you could need Super comfy bed with lovely linena comfortable bed and fresh eggs all contributed to a most enjoyable stayPleasant little place in an excellent spot Very comfortable bed and loved the flowers in the roomCleanliness:
(and we both loved the fresh eggs the owners left for us)Host:
so they could say hello properlyThanks Yvonne and Mike for being great hostsLovely deck with bbq Loved the animals who would come say hi but also very well trained to go home when told A really peaceful retreat would definitely stay againBeing greeted by three friendly chilled out dogs was definitely a highlightall the animals were super friendly Will definitely recommend to othersRead more reviewsLocation:
Divine linen-didn't want to get out of bedIt is only a 5 minute drive to the Greytown shops Lots of different animals on the land - it was awesomeBeautiful setting and SUPER comfy bed Relaxing setting relaxing timeCute little cottage in a wonderful pastoral setting - complete with chickens 2 pigs ducks and geese Plus 3 very friendly dogs -The farm and cottage are absolutely beautiful on a picturesque street
5. Magnificent garden cottage (from USD 67)
Just minutes away from some of the popular cafes and restaurants in the area, this studio with one bedroom that can house two guests is set in a beautiful English garden offering a magnificent sight that can soothe anyone’s soul. At NZD 121 (80 USD), this property is truly a value for money with plenty for the guests to do while on a relaxing vacation.
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The cottage is warm and cosyA cosy and attractive wee sleep out with a comfortable bed and good cooking and washing facilitiesWhat more could you want The cottage Is a lovely place to stay in Grey townCosy wee place - clean and tidy - has everything you needMy only criticism is the glass door to the toilet - perhaps a curtain on the door could save a little embarrassment when there are visitorsCleanliness:
The cottage is very clean and a good size for a weekend awayGreat facilities and a very pleasant roomHost:
presented accommodation Very friendly and welcoming hostsLovely very genuine and honest host - Teresaand I appreciated the security lights that came on automatically when I arrived back after darkGood location just off Main Street nice cafe within 100 metres comfortable cosy accommodation and lovely friendly helpful hostsOn one's own you feel absolutely safe and secure With the sun shining sitting out at the patio tableRead more reviewsLocation:
the Toast Martinborough bus pick upAn easy walk to the village and a short drive to MartinboroughThe location is perfect as it is very close to the shops and places to eatVery handy location to the main streetCottage had everything we needed and loved being only a block from the main street
6. Boutique rental surrounded by flora and fauna (from USD 140)
Located in the heart of Wairarapa, this studio that can house a couple in its single bedroom is also located in the middle of various fruit trees, ornamental trees, shrubs, and flowers that bring the place to life with various birds frequenting this place. At NZD 122 (117 USD) a night, you are just walking distance from some of the best eateries and shopping destinations Greytown has to offer.
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A very cozy and comfortable cottagethat's how comfortable the bed wasThe cottage was cozy and very comfortable and very handy to all of Greytown's amenitiesA very comfortable place to stayVery cosy with the heat pump on Super close to town and so easy to deal with Very efficient at responding tooHost:
Hosts lovely very welcoming and friendlywarm and cozy and well looked afterthe owners are one friendly amazing couple Looking forward to our next stay XHeat pump kept us warm Good size roomclean and tidy with lots of thoughtful touches Would be happy to stay again and also to recommend to friendsRead more reviewsLocation:
comfy bed and great location easy walk to shops and restaurants in Greytown :)Owners Ian and Sandie are good to deal withVery handy to the shops and cafes Quiet and relaxingvery clean and tidy cute cottage surrounded by lovely gardensgreat location Loved our stay
7. Dream home come true (from USD 107)
Tucked away among trees with a private driveway and parking for your comforts, this bach, with its three bedrooms and one bath is a great character cottage and ideal for a family of six. With is fully equipped kitchen and a separate dining area, the choice is yours to cook and eat in or walk down for five minutes to the best cafes and restaurants that Greytown has to offer. For NZD180 (109 USD) a night, this cottage is a dream home come true.
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Nice touch too with extras like eggsplenty of cooking and eating equipment cosy furniture TV and fireplace (which we didn't use but absolutely would have in winter)Lovely and cozy property Beds are comfy with quality linenThe food provided was very much appreciated as were extra touches such as fresh flowers and magazinesSandra had also put beautiful vases of fresh flowers in our bedrooms and on some of the tablesCleanliness:
It's central proximity to Greytown central and to the rest of the Wairarapa regionHost:
the host was very friendly and welcomingTo have the fire going when we arrivedHosts are so lovely and go above and beyond with home baking and other touches that make you feel really welcomeMatthew absolutely couldn't resist the loaf and the muesli :-)Excellent property - well equipped cottage with a rustic look and feel Very good breakfast provisions Sandra is an excellent host - very quick to respond to emails and had the log fire burning an...Read more reviewsLocation:
Greytown is a great location for exploring the Wairarapa regionLoved staying in this beautiful cottagePerfect property for a weekend escape to GreytownWonderful break from the city at this propertyHowever I think the point of difference is not just that this cottage has everything you could want
8. Historic cottage with beautiful views (from USD 92)
For NZD 143 (87 USD) a night, this cottage offers one of the most breathtaking views Greytown has to offer. Affordable accommodation is offered for two guests in this one-bedroom cottage. Guests are free to walk down to the restaurants and cafes and to relish some wonderful local cuisine. With a sumptuous breakfast included with the stay, one is sure to fall in love with the privacy and intimacy this place offers.
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The bedroom is spacious plenty of storagethe room overlooks quiet fieldsGood cosy cottage with views out to fieldsThe cottage was very cosy and comfy with a backyard overlooking grazing sheepThe cottage is very well equipped including iron ironing board and hair dryer and our hosts provided coffee teasHost:
Fire was already lit and the cottage warm Very well supplied with food and with great teasmilk bread butter and lovely home-made spreads also cereal choices and fresh fruit for breakfastsOnly comment we would make is having a current map of the area would have been goodWarm and cosy Nice touches with breakfast cereals and homemade jams provided Lovely rural settingIt was well set up with good range of breakfast choicesRead more reviewsLocation:
but still close enough to Greytown for a flat white fixWe enjoyed our "home away from home" at Drover's CottageArrived late no worriesA great stay at a location perfectly situated out in the country between 2 wonderful towns You wake up overlooking a paddock with some sheep feeling like you're out of the city - and within a few m...Breakfast supplies and treats were plentiful
Stay in a beautiful bach in Greytown
If you want nature for company besides your loved ones around you, then Greytown in New Zealand offers everything a nature lover would love with beautiful farmlands, lovely greenery all around, the countryside, and wonderful food made from ingredients sourced directly from the locality. Just a driving distance from Wellington, this beautiful town of New Zealand is too good to be missed and should be a must-visit in everyone’s travel list. The best Bookabach holiday homes will make your vacation an unforgettable one.
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