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Tiny House Train-eco Stay

Holiday home in Whitemans Valley with kitchen and fireplace

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, books
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Nestled on a 10-acre organic blueberry farm, this tiny house train offers a unique retreat. Unwind with the cozy log burner, enjoy Netflix on the smart TV, and stay connected with laptop-friendly WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tiny House Train-eco Stay

Please see Airbnb for plenty of 5 star reviews. Thank you for renting the train as this really helps me. The train runs on solar power, all your water is spring water and is a great example of up cycling and recycling. The tiny house train is located on a 10 acre/4.2 hectare organic blueberry farm and was restored in 2018 and turned into a tiny house in May 2019. There is a cozy log burner plus heat pumps and the TV is a smart TV and has Netflix supplied . Wifi is Starlink with laptop friendly kitchen table. Self checkin after 2pm. No light pollution and beautiful star filled skies for miles.
Please note that the sofa bed is optional and it will need to be added as an extra charge of twenty five dollars per night. Please let me know if you would like to book the sofa bed via the messaging system of this platform.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 269 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights
Hi please leave the train unlocked, lights and heaters turned off. Thanks
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number 1601409000

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Whitemans Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area. Trentham Camp Golf Course and Te Marua Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whakatiki Buffer Reserve and Gentian Reserve. Silver Stream Railway and The Cricket Museum are also worth visiting.
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Map
Upper Hutt, Wellington

What's nearby

  • New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) - 13 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Trentham Racecourse - 14 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 31 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Sky Stadium - 32 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Te Papa - 35 min drive - 38.3 km

Getting around

  • Stokes Valley Pomare Station - 19 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinns Post Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Brewtown - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Box - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Town & Country Food - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiny House Train-eco Stay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Tiny House Train-eco Stay?

As of 16 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tiny House Train-eco Stay on 20 Oct 2025 start from AU$162.24, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Tiny House Train-eco Stay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tiny House Train-eco Stay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tiny House Train-eco Stay located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS), Pinehill Park and Silver Stream Railway. New Zealand Defence College and Trentham Racecourse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Tiny House Train-eco Stay Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rayna K.

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

Great stay

Lovely location, awesome accommodation, cosy and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ann m.

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

delightful spot

lovely stay, nice touches, home made jams and honey, and fresh milk and eggs. Peaceful, and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

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

Best tiny home stay

My wife and our fur baby had a wonderful stay, the accommodation was beautifully set in a lovely setting. We couldn’t have wanted for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason O.

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

Just the ticket

We had such a fun long weekend and really enjoyed the accommodation. It’s all done so well. Fred and Wilma were an absolute joy too. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEANNe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was fantastic,
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason J.

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

Wee boy loved the train

Loved it, Just me and my 8 year old boy and 2 border collies. Something a bit different, but really well done. Would definitely stay again. Wood fire worked really well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb J.

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

Very cute

The train is really well done. Themed throughout. Comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Aileen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Eco-train

Lovely stay as we enjoy the peace and quiet. Carollan was very friendly and helpful especially dealing with the compost toilet issue. Downside, I am small and the toilet was too high for me. The log fire was a bonus as it does get cold at night. The bed was very comfy. 9/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Train stay

We enjoyed staying at the train, comfy bed, lovely hot shower, clean. It would of been nice to meet the host at some stage of arival after all we had to be approved by photo. This teaches our children manners and how we should face people face to face
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tere T.

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

Nothing else compares.

Peaceful and quiet.. which we so much appreciated. Had an interest in the history of how the train conversion began, to its present day. Just wow! A lot of work has been done. Our pets loved it here with Fred & Wilma the 2 pet hosts. Our host was very respectful & friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Echt authentisch in dem Wagon zu Übernachten, manchmal ist es etwas eng was aber natürlich dem geschuldet ist das es sich um einen echten Eisenbahn Wagon handelt. Sonst ist an sich alles da was man braucht um ein paar Tage dort zu verbringen :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon M.

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

All aboard

Gorgeous little carriage in a beautiful setting. All fixtures and fittings very high quality, so closer to a luxury stay than the size would suggest. Fred and Wilma made sure we were well settled in and provided great company for our pooch. Home made jams and honey just added to the treat.Carolann is a great host, there when needed.. Thank you, would love to return for another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candis C.

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

Adorable train

It was cool to stay in a train and somewhere new. It was fun seeing how it was converted and my train loving partner loved it. Super cosy and relaxing with delicious eggs. Thanks for being a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine P.

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

Weekend Getaway

Thoroughly enjoyed a little weekend getaway. The train was quite cold during the winter months. However, it didn't take long to warm up with the little pot belly fireplace. The organic range of food that was left for us to indulge in was such a lovely little touch as well. We would definitely consider returning in the warmer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024