New Zealand consists of two main islands, the North and South Islands, as well as approximately 600 smaller islands in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. There are many things that New Zealand is famous for, such as the Hobbit films, which were shot among the stunningly beautiful scenery here. More than being a film set, New Zealand is also known for many attractions: Lake Wakatipu, with exciting opportunities for water sports, the iconic Sky Tower in Auckland, the beautiful Avon River in Christchurch, where botanic gardens and boating can be enjoyed, Rotorua, famous for Maori traditions, and the Pohuto Geyser. While the cities provide exciting excursions, it is sometimes good to stay away from busy streets and relax in the lush, mountainous countryside. Explore some of these excellent farm stays in New Zealand, outlined below.
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 June 25, 2024.
1. Arias Farm - king room with complimentary breakfast in Rotorua (from USD 123)
This unique bed and breakfast farmhouse in Rotorua, New Zealand is just 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from Paradise Valley Lion Park and 500 m (1640 ft) from Mt Ngongotaha. The king room comes with an ensuite bathroom that has all the comforts you need including a TV and central heating and air conditioning.
The lodge is set on a 3-ac (1.2-ha) lifestyle block and features a range of animals to feed each evening. Guests are welcome to take a free farm tour and enjoy other facilities such as a large hot tub (spa pool), a children’s playhouse and trampoline, a volleyball square, a sandpit, canoes, bikes, and an outdoor barbecue and hut. The property also offers plenty of off-street parking.
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kerris also made "proper" coffee with breakfast - not that awful stuff you get in a motel/hotel kitchenettethe king room and attached bathroom were compact but perfectly functional and very cleanthe room was perfect for a coupleCleanliness:
the room was clean and beyond our expectationsthe room is clean and provides what you need for the short staythe room is super clean and has own bathroom and fridgerit was really a little room but cleanthe room is exactly as described - clean and functional - and the breakfast was excellentHost:
kerris was a lovely hostkerris is a super hostkerris is such a lovely hostkerris and chris were lovely friendly hosts and willing to share their home with uskerris and chris are great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
such a great location especially for children with so many animals for them to get to knowfantastic home and location with everything we needed for a great stayi will surely come to ur place againgood location clean room friendly hostschris was so very helpful in guiding us exploring places in and around rotorua
2. Waitomo Big Bird B&B - backpacker-style room in Hangatiki (from USD 52)
Waitomo Big Bird B&B is a cozy and comfortable farm stay accommodation in Hangatiki, New Zealand. It is located 8 km (5 mi) away from the famous Waitomo glowworms cave. The rental features Wi-Fi, a TV, Bluetooth speakers, and a fully equipped, shared kitchenette.
They offer a daily animal tour at 4 pm, where you can meet and pet lovable animals of 16 different varieties. Their homemade breakfast includes options such as an ostrich egg omelet, homemade bread, yogurt, fruit, bacon, and eggs with spreads. You will have a private entrance and parking space and can enjoy the Munchkin Kitten Heaven and Puppyland right at the back door.
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the space is inviting and the ostrich egg breakfast will fill you upthe bed was nice and there was a lovely breakfast includedwe enjoyed breakfast in the farmhouse with other guests and the opportunity to try an ostrich egg omelettebreakfast in the morning was included tasty and was a nice time to socialize with other guestsour room shared a kitchenette with another room so we cooked dinner in privacyHost:
the hosts are very welcominglovely hosts and very comfy cosy roomreally friendly hosts with excellent animal knowledgesuper welcoming hosts they made us feel right at homethe host was welcoming and nice to talk withRead more reviewsLocation:
great breakfast and nice farm walk throughvery good location lovely animalsgreat place for animal loversgood location close to the caves by carthis is the place to stay for animal lovers
3. The Nest - modern home overlooking the sea in Taranaki (from USD 184)
This modern home is perched on a cliff and offers stunning views of the Tasman Sea. Guests can enjoy the natural surroundings, while the only sound is the sea crashing below. This property is completely off the grid, with solar panels providing all the electricity. Gas is used in the kitchen for cooking, or alternatively, a barbeque can be held outside. Air conditioning is provided, however, there is no television and Wi-Fi available, encouraging guests to relax and get in touch with nature. The living area is furnished with a comfortable couch, while the kitchenette has a gas burner and a mini-fridge. There is a comfortable king-size bed and beautiful views all around. This accommodation includes an indoor bathroom with a shower, and an outdoor hot tub where guests can soak their worries away.
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the small kitchen is great and everything was super clean and comfyit was very clean and tastefully decorated for a peaceful and restful timeeverything inside was perfect very spacious and cleanHost:
bailee and matt were wonderful and generous hostsbeautiful spot accommodation and good hosts made it a non-stressful experienceshannon’s favourite accomadation ever such a beautiful spot and awesome hostsalso had great communication with the hosts and checked in oftenbailee was so great with communication and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
unbeatable remote location perfect for a relaxing get awayset up in the perfect locationamazing location beautifully decorated comfortable cottageloved the wee adventurous drive to the secluded location; added even more to the funwe loved everything about the accommodation and location; breathtaking and so relaxing
4. Private room and free breakfast on Fairlie Farm (from USD 83)
This farm offers accommodation for up to six guests across three bedrooms, each with coffee and tea making facilities. The rooms are set in a private home, and guests are served a continental breakfast each morning. Families are welcome, and children under five years old can stay for free.
Guests share a bathroom and are welcome to use the kitchen for daily cooking. Wi-Fi is available, so you can keep up with daily emails. You will also have access to petting many farm animals such as cows, deers, and sheep at this farm stay in New Zealand.
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bed is electrically heated and we slept like babieshad an extremely good night's sleep on the comfortable bedwe had a comfortable stay at this placeCleanliness:
the rooms are clean and spaciousclean bathroom and toilet next to the room so very convenientthe place is cleanplace is lovely and clean beds very comfortable had a fabulous sleepthe rooms were clean and cosy and the meals were greatHost:
the hosts are friendlygreat hospitality from the hostvery nice host and private stayvery friendly and nice hostthey are so kind and lovelyRead more reviewsLocation:
close to town and beautiful countrysidethis place is nice and tidy and located in the middle of a huge beautiful farmenjoy farm life? this is the place for youbarb’s farm was in a great location close to our tekapo stargazing plansawesome friendly hosts in a beautiful location would definitely stay again
5. Hutiwai Hideaway Retro Cottage in Taranaki
This cozy, rustic cottage is located in a peaceful rural environment, close to the Mount Damper Falls Track and White Cliffs Walkway. The Three Sisters on Tongaporutu beach is just a five-minute drive away from the cottage. No cell phone coverage is provided in the area, so guests can switch off their mobiles and relax. However, free Wi-Fi and television are available for guests’ use. This 1970s home is fully-furnished and still has its original wallpaper, giving it a homey and relaxing atmosphere. There is a small deck where you can enjoy views of the surrounding landscapes. The kitchen is equipped with everything needed for daily cooking, and the property can accommodate six guests in two bedrooms and one bathroom.
Tongaporutu, Taranaki, New Zealand
304.03 km (189.0 mi) from Pic's Peanut Butter WorldSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
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fully equipped and some of the most reliable wifi we had in the whole of nz :)awesome private rural setting cozy cottage wonderful personal touchesbeautiful secluded house with stunning views from every window cozy and well equippedbest part for us was no wifia comfortable place to stay in an amazingly beautiful environmentCleanliness:
it was spotlessly clean with comfy beds and a great showerthe house was clean and had everything we neededour beds were comfy clean and warmHost:
bruce and maxine were really nice hostshost is very friendly kind and nicemaxine and bruce are excellent hoststhey are very kindmaxine and her family are very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
funky little bnb in a fantastic locationwhat a beautiful place in a stunning locationsuch a beautiful tranquil location loved the retro vibe and fun crockery with cosy linens and comfy bedslovely rural location near glow wormsbeautifully decorated and located there was a real sense of place
6. Private room in a country house with beautiful mountain views in Otago (from USD 62)
This charming and rustic property is located in Dalefield, nestled on eight acres of land with beautiful views of Coronet Peak. The house is a 15-minute drive away from Arrowtown and Queenstown. Guests have access to a private room, a bathroom, a separate living room and sunroom, and the kitchen for basic cooking. You can relax in the picturesque grounds of this property, and walk among the alpacas living on the farm. For your convenience, free Wi-Fi is provided.
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the view was spectacular mi ae prepared a delicious breakfast for us during out stayit was warm quiet and comfortable with gorgeous views of the mountainsthe wifi was always constant and mi ae was very helpful with our laundry needswill definitely go back next time if they have spare rooms( fully booked for next two monthes )if you’re lucky enough to book far enough in advance to get a room book it nowCleanliness:
their house was very clean and comfortablethe place was clean comfortable and had everything we neededsupper clean better than some five stars hotelsthe house is fantastic and cleanthe room is very clean the bed is superb the bathroom is more than comfortableHost:
mi ae was a wonderful hostwayne and mi ae were lovely hostthe hosts are so warm and welcomingthe best part are the hostsmi ae is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location near the wineries and queenstowngreat location a 15min drive to town coronet peak and the airportgreat location with wonderful hostswayne and mi ae are great host the location is just 10 mins drive from town centergreat location comfortable and clean house
7. Timms Cottage - rural cottage on a beautiful farm in Canterbury (from USD 80)
This attractive cottage is set behind the owner’s homestead, offering peaceful and private accommodation with beautiful views of the mountains and the family farm. The property is 10 km (6.2 mi) away from Fairlie and its restaurants and 3 km (1.9 mi) away from Fox Peak and Mount Dobson, but guests can also explore the farm on request. There’s one bedroom that sleeps two guests, and television and Wi-Fi are provided.
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you get a lovely view even from bed and the fireplace makes it feel so cosytimms cottage was a wonderful spot to cozy up by the fire at nightcomfortable bed with lots of pillows full kitchenthe bed was super comfortable and waking up to golden mountains outside our window was magicalthe cottage is special and cozy a real escapeCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and a very comfy bed - we slept really wellvery clean and cosy with a superb private outlookthe kitchen was clean & the bedroom was incredibly invitingthe space was clean and situated perfectly for relaxationthe house is clean & cosy overviewing the mountainsHost:
sharon was a great hosthost is helpful and show us her farma warm welcoming hostinstant respond from the host very friendlythe animals could be seen roaming around and sharon’s dogs were super friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with superb comfortamazing location looking across the flatsa beautiful place and a great locationamazing place great location cozy and warmwow what an amazing location and cottage
8. The Little Cottage - cozy rural cottage in the countryside
This accommodation is located in the countryside between Fairlie and Timaru, surrounded by mountains and close to the sea. The cottage is attached to the owner’s family home, but it’s private and there’s plenty of open space. Children are welcome to visit the paddocks to meet and feed the goats, alpacas, and friendly kunekune, a cute and small breed of pig. The living area features a television, and free Wi-Fi is provided throughout the property. The kitchen comes equipped with everything necessary for daily cooking. The master bedroom offers a king-size bed, while the second bedroom has two single beds. The home has one bathroom.
Cave, Canterbury, New Zealand
378.22 km (235.1 mi) from Pic's Peanut Butter WorldAccommodates: 4
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big fan of the comfortable couchthey are so nice and warm welcome with heatera lovely and spacious cottage with beautiful garden view very cozy lounge and a comfortable bedtv has netflix channels which my daughter adoresthey have a great suite with lots of roomCleanliness:
clean and well stockedvery clean and cute cottagean amazing space so clean and comfortablethe place was clean and spacioussuper clean would gladly stay againHost:
the host is friendlyrachel and ashley are excellent hoststhe hosts were so lovely and helpfulfriendly hosts especially the dogsashley and rachel are great hosts their farm is quite peaceful and lovelyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and very homelywhat a lovely place we booked it as stopover to break up the trip for our infantamazing place in a farmland right next to the highwayi wish that we had more time at your placeit's close to the mountains but there is a wood burner to keep you warm
9. Tumbleweed Rata - private room
This comfortable private room is set in a farmhouse overlooking Tasman Bay. It’s surrounded by pretty gardens, native bush, farm animals and birds. Guests have access to a wood-fired hot tub with views of the bay. The property has two guest rooms, one sleeping two guests and the other sleeping three. Both rooms share a bathroom and there is also a separate lounge area for guests. Free Wi-Fi is provided, and a home-cooked, farm-style dinner or breakfast is available by prior arrangement. Guests are welcome to explore the farm property and visit the animals. You will have access to the whole house, except for the owner’s private space.
Mapua, Tasman, New Zealand
15.14 km (9.5 mi) from Pic's Peanut Butter WorldTop guest reviews
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the view from the living room is absolutely stunningthe place is accessible to lots of vinyard and dawn's place is very beautiful and comfortablethe kitchen is excellent and the hot tub view is marvellousnice sized bathroom and robes are provided which is really nice for the hot tubdawn was so welcoming and allowed us to use all her facilitiesCleanliness:
very nice and clean placecomfortable and spotlessly cleanher place is very clean and homelyeverything is sparkling clean and welcomingshe keeps her home extremely clean and will help you with whatever you needHost:
friendly host felt like a homedawn was an amazing hostpatient kind and accomodatinggorgeous spot lovely facilities and great hostshe has lovely friendly cats and chickensRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was very scenic and dawn maintains lovely gardenbeautiful place to stay good location and of course you must love cats (paradise for cat lovers)its a stunning location the hot tub was awesomereally lovely place and gorgeous locationdawn is very accomodating and her home is a great location for tranquility
10. Farmhouse with beautiful rural views
This newly remodeled farmhouse is nestled on the Mokau River and offers panoramic views of the surrounding farmlands. The property is only a 15-minute drive away from Mokau, with its black sand beaches, and the location itself is convenient for many scenic hikes. This accommodation has a limited Wi-Fi connection, but everything else is provided for a restful stay. The open-plan living room is spacious and comfortable and offers views of the countryside and the farm animals. The kitchen is well-equipped for daily cooking, and the property sleeps up to five guests in three bedrooms.
Awakino, Waikato, New Zealand
318.98 km (198.3 mi) from Pic's Peanut Butter WorldTop guest reviews
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very cozy place with a great viewthe fire warmed the whole house the beds were cozy and the views were beautifulthe breakfast goodies were a nice treatcomfortable beds with lovely crisp linenmaxine's home was so comfortable and relaxing with all amenities possibleCleanliness:
clean spacious and well equippedthe place was clean beds were comfortablecozy and clean houseclean place and the beds were amazingly comfortablethe house was spotless and everything was very comfortable and welcomingHost:
maxine was a very welcoming hostmaxine was a great hostmaxine was a wonderful host and no detail was overlookedmaxine is an excellent host that anticipates her guests needmaxine was a perfect host who made the experience nice and easyRead more reviewsLocation:
a great place away from it allit was a beautiful locationperfect location for us with an event on in mokau the night we stayedthe location was remote exciting road to get therethe location also makes for a good stopping spot between new plymouth/taranaki area and places north
11. A comfortable farm stay in a central location (from USD 46)
This lovely farm is a 10-minute drive from Rarawa Beach, 90 Mile Beach, and Henderson Bay, with a convenience store and a restaurant just a 15-minute drive away. Your stay in this accommodation comes with a breakfast of toast, cereal, coffee, and tea. Guests on a special diet are encouraged to bring their own food. You will also have access to a television and free Wi-Fi, and you are also welcome to explore the farm. Wild rabbits, wild turkeys, dogs, cows, and calves are raised on the property.
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comfortable room with our own bathroomexcellent locatio n and very comfortable for people heading up to cape reingairma offered us a delicious breakfast with even croissantthe room was really comfortableirma and bryce did anything needed and beyond to make our stay comfortable safe and pleasantCleanliness:
the place is clean and quiteclean very comfortable and very welcomingthe room was clean and very comfortableeverything was sparkling cleanher house very spacious clean and nicely decoratedHost:
host is super friendly and kindthe hosts are very friendly and showed great hospitalitythe couple were kind enough to give us lemons and guavasirma was a wonderful hostthe best host i've ever metRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for caper reinga visitorsvery good location for visiting cape reinga in the morninglocation is great if you are heading to cape reingagreat stay in a perfect location if going to or from cape reingairma's place is a good location for any travellers going to cape reinga
12. Cozy cabin with a private garden in Wellington
This rustic cabin, or bach, is located behind the “Garden of Regional Significance” and is nestled next to a stream in the forest. This accommodation is surrounded by a pretty garden with a sculpture display. Indoors, it features an open-plan living room, a bedroom area, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom with a shower. Sleeping arrangements include a king-size bed and two single beds. Toilet facilities are separate in a composting toilet. Air-conditioning and Wi-Fi are provided, and there is plenty of parking.
Upper Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand
162.96 km (101.3 mi) from Pic's Peanut Butter WorldAccommodates: 4
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we really appreciated the good & fast wifi they allowed us to use in the gallery buildinga cosy comfortable warm bach wity everything you need for your respite amongst natureCleanliness:
really very clean and beautifully presentedcabin very clean & cosy with comfy bedsthe cabin was clean warm comfortable and had everything we needed for our staya very relaxing place to stay- the bach is well equipped and nice and cleanHost:
thank you for your kind hospitality and warm welcomepaul and glenda were the sweetest hosts and were incredibly helpfulgreat stay lovely grounds nice hostspaul and glenda are warm welcoming hostspaul & glenda were very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
an amazing location for a getaway weekend to relax away from a busy lifestyleawesome location super rural but that’s what we wantedsuch a wonderful stay beautiful locationwonderful location and lovely peoplean adventurous road getting to the location
Relax and revive in New Zealand's beautiful rural areas
Whether you’re visiting the North or the South Island or traveling to the major cities for pleasure, true rest and relaxation can be found in the rural areas of this land. Beautiful scenery, unrivaled views of the mountains, adventure sports, access to the beaches, and beautiful, rustic cottages are what you can expect from an excellent farm accommodation in New Zealand.
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