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Nestled in a peaceful clearing, Hawk Hut offers a serene retreat surrounded by ancient farm buildings and orchards. Explore the nearby Mataura fishing river, Gore's amenities, or Dolamore Park's bush walks. This charming accommodation features an outside fireplace and BBQ area for cozy gatherings.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Rustic Retreat, handy location

  • Hawk Hut is built on the site of the original Homestead whose double chimney now serves as an outside fireplace and BBQ area. Surrounded by ancient farm buildings, orchard and plantings, the hut is built in a quiet clearing with ample space for parking, playing and pets. Close by is the famous fishing river Mataura, and the amenities of Gore including the Race course, A & P showgrounds and multi-sports complex. Dolamore Park's bush walks and picnic area are ten minutes away. Centrally located, we are an hours drive from Invercargill, the East coast and Central Otago.
    Special conditions:
    Loft sleeping area access by ladder ( not suitable for elderly or small children).
    Pets allowed with prior approval.
    Smoking outside only. Extra children stay free.

    Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)
    Guided Day Trips (eg; Milford Sound, Southern Coast, The Catlins, Central Otago) available with optional fishing (enquires welcome)

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: accompanied children stay free

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 area

Waimumu is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Newman Park and Bannerman Park, while Eastern Southland Gallery and Hokonui Moonshine Museum are cultural highlights. Gore Public Gardens and Fly Fish Mataura are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby. Visit our Waimumu travel guide
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Gore, Gore

What's nearby

  • Gore Racecourse
    12 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Newman Park
    14 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Brown Trout
    15 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Gore Historical Museum
    15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Hokonui Moonshine Museum
    15 min drive - 12.4 km

Restaurants

  • KFC
    11 min drive
  • Croydon Lodge
    13 min drive
  • The Thomas Green
    11 min drive
  • Howl At The Moon
    11 min drive
  • Cafe Ambience
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Retreat, handy location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Rustic Retreat, handy location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Retreat, handy location?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Retreat, handy location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Retreat, handy location located?

Situated in Waimumu, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Gore Racecourse, Newman Park and Gore Public Gardens. Brown Trout and Eastern Southland Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Rustic Retreat, handy location Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 94 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very friendly and helpful hosts. Lovely setting, had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little stay

Friendly owners, great location, small but fine for one or two people.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leila P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cozy little farm stay

Very clean and such a great little get away. Great that I was able to take my dog too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent queen bed upstairs, place to stay. Friendly and helpful hosts. Charming building privately situated in a quiet and pleasant rural setting. No major road noise, comfy queen bed upstairs, good little kitchen for a cabin, great shower and bathroom. Access to and inside the building was as described on the website.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nardia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

Peaceful little getaway. Loved the shower!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waimumu

Great location to experience the Catlins while visiting family
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Travellers with pet

Property was as described. Quite relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alzbeta B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little gem of a house

We loved our stay with Heidi, the house is beautiful and very comfortable and Heidi and her family were amazing hosts. We were able to feed horses and cook on an outdoor stove. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Compact interior/ spacious exterior

Adequate, basic facilities but inflated price for a tiny bedroom with no space for luggage. A noisy, heavy sliding door to bathroom from bedroom. Friendly hosts, rustic setting
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aorewa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waimumu,South Island.

House was everything we required. Check-in was great. The house was open and warm on arrival. Heidi and Derrick were the most amazing hosts. He even went out of his way to talk and take husband for a ride. They even gave us some fresh eggs. Thankyou very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot and Hosts

This unique cottage was easy to find with clear directions from the host.Communication with the hosts was excellent.The work/design and uniqueness of this cottage is one of its strengths. Great ideas and craftmanship has gone in to creating this place. Appointed as you would expect for a cottage. It was quiet. We only used the bed downstairs and that was comfortable.Eggs and milk provided by the host were well received.A great place to rest and recharge - pity we were only there overnight.We would recommend this cottage to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lance M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and very vom
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hosts and the hut was warm and comfortable with a nice homey feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was absolutely the best! Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dave E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bridget K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were late getting to our accommodation. But the direction we were given were spot on. We absolutely loved our stay everything, including the amazing hosts were perfect. Thank you so much for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Calm and restful location, great amenities, and great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RICKY a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alabasters

Fantastic stayLovely little cottage
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

retreat

Super friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Shayne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The house was clean and photos of house are accurate. The house itself looks straight out too owners house, with few trees in between, no privacy at all (thats why we were getting away). They also emailed they woukd pop over to meet us once we were settled in, not what you'd expect. We never stayed long enough to find out as booked a motel instead
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful rural location

Rustic rural setting with all basic amenities. Very cosy & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Snug location

Snug but wouldn’t recommend for more than 2 ppl.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cottage in a beautiful setting

The location was ideal for where we needed to be while in Southland. Being outside the main centre of Invercargill and in a rural setting was great. No road noise, no light pollution, and very peaceful. Weather was good too. The property owners were very helpful and friendly too - including the dog :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marty G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great quaint rustic cottage with everything, including vinyl records and player even!!

So quiet on the farm and only a short distance to town. Magic.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

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Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024