3 Best Cabins Near Palmerston North, New Zealand

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Also called Palmy by residents, the city of Palmerston North is a must-visit. Despite its name, it’s on the southern North Island, with the Manawatu River running through the city. Rose gardens flourish in Palmerston North, so much so that it also earned another nickname, Rose City.

While in Palmerston North, don’t forget to drop by some of its local attractions. These include New Zealand Rugby Museum, the first museum of its kind. You’ll find out why rugby is the country’s national sport and its deep ties to local culture. The area surrounding Palmerston North is also great for outdoor recreation. You can even have a love stroll at Victoria Esplanade, where you can find cafes, playgrounds, gardens, and bush walks. Make the most out of this location by staying in a tranquil accommodation. Check out these best cabins near Palmerston North, New Zealand.

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 April 14, 2024.

1. Little Forest Cabins (from USD 111)

Little Forest Cabins is a small local operation in the town of Feilding, about 18.6 km (11.5 mi) north of Palmerston North. There are three self-contained cabins on the property, all run by local Kiwis Carol and Gordy.

Each cabin offers 527 sq ft (49 sq m) of living space. This rental includes a sleeping area, bathroom facilities, and a modern kitchen. Furnished porches are also available for guests to breathe in fresh country air.

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Feilding, Manawatu - Wanganui, New Zealand
cabin 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

2. Furnished cabin with provided breakfast

This rustic cabin ensures a cozy and convenient stay with a delicious, light breakfast to boot. The property is nestled in a quiet and forested cul-de-sac in Shannon, roughly 31.8 km (19.7 mi) southwest of Palmerston North. The interior is a fully furnished open-concept space, with an equipped kitchen and a king-size bed dominating the area. It also opens to a private deck, which flows into the garden.

Guests are welcome to explore the entire property and say hi to the hosts, who live a little further away. For those who are bringing a car, a private parking space is accessible.

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Shannon, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
331 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire cabin 2 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the bed & couch was very comfortable & brekky a bonus as well
the jam on toast was delicious with a peaceful view from the kitchen window
the kitchen offers everything you need with a nice view up to the mountains
the outside area looks like a ranch and has a great veranda with comfortable seatings
thank you for the wonderful stay beautiful rural setting super cozy and comfortable highly recommend
Cleanliness:
very clean and welcoming
clean comfortable and well equipped
it was super clean and well outfitted for cooking
nice and clean quiet and well equipped
great place for winter with fireplace inside big tv and bed very clean and cosy
Host:
awesome place great hosts thanks
we loved the hospitality from our hosts and the shannon community
great hosts and warm cabin
great place to stay great hosts lovely chat
helpful and friendly hosts
Location:
such an awesome place to get away
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3. Beachside holiday cabin

Enjoy a fuss-free and down-to-earth holiday in this tiny cabin near the beach. It’s a spacious accommodation that can accommodate a medium-sized family or group of friends. Guests can sleep or wake up to the sound of waves crashing against the shore. The cabin features are spartan but functional, with a kitchenette for meals, a shower room, and other essentials. Moreover, this place is on Waikawa Beach, approximately 66.5 km (41.3 mi) southwest of Palmerston North.

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Waikawa Beach, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
7 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire cabin 1 Bed 8 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Host:
beautiful beach and the bed was comfy very nice host felt quite welcome
Location:
wonderful place for chilling weekend
great location and the best thing was the few minutes to the beach that was not over crowded
lovely and private place in close vicinity of the beach
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Enjoy a tranquil stay in a cabin

These best cabins near Palmerston North, New Zealand, offer various takes on the holiday experience. Whichever you pick, you’re sure to have a tranquil and grand time.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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