Kid-friendly holiday rentals in Tararua District

What a beautiful hide away. Watched the sunrise from our bedroom. Peaceful serene spot.

This place was honestly amazing, so close to everything and easy to book and contact the host. Booked for my grandparents and they had a lovely time and they said they are going to book this Airbnb whenever they visit. Thank you

Absolutely loved our stay at Andrew’s, it was so peaceful and surrounded by beautiful native bush, meaning the bird life was bountiful. The house was everything we needed, the fireplaces made us feel at home and cozy. Communication was great, and Catherine was super helpful and always available for questions. We’ll be back for sure!!

Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The owner was incredibly helpful and kind—she greeted us warmly when we arrived and took the time to explain everything we needed to know about the house. Even though we arrived late at night, the home was warm, cozy, and perfectly prepared for us. The house itself is super cute, very clean, and comfortable. The bedrooms were warm and welcoming, which made a huge difference during our stay. We especially loved waking up to see the three beautiful chickens in the yard—it was such a charming touch! We had a couple of questions during our stay, and the host responded immediately. She even came over to assist us with a few extras and went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. This is truly a five-star place, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful, cozy, and well-cared-for stay.

We stayed here with 12 friends for my husband’s 30th, and it was absolutely perfect. He loves native bush and birds, so this place was a dream. The house feels like a fairytale—spacious, warm, and beautifully designed. The kitchen is well-equipped and flows easily to the patio, where we barbecued and dined outdoors. There’s a handy kitchen window for passing food outside, and both indoor and outdoor tables made it easy to adapt to the weather. The property sits on 7 acres of native bush with walking tracks, birds like piwakawakas following us, and a magical glow worm walk at night. There's an outdoor fire area with couches, ambient lighting, and a speaker system that connects throughout the house and outside. It’s perfect for reconnecting with friends and nature. We left feeling relaxed, happy, and so grateful. Huge thanks to the hosts for the clear communication and thoughtful touches. If you're thinking of booking—do it. You won’t regret it.

Trudy and Simon were fantastic hosts, the cottage was perfectly set up for us. Really happy with our stay would definitely recommend. Thanks so much Trudy and Simon for your hospitality and local knowledge!

Rob’s place was a fantastic base for our young families’ trip to attend a family event in Palmerston North. Well equipped, with home comforts. Walking distance to the centre of town and Esplanade - what more could you want? A beautiful secure yard in which the kids can play! Would choose again.

What an adventure! Such an awesome home. Plenty of space for three generations of our family to relax. Well provisioned kitchen made catering easy. The home was toasty warm and the beds very comfortable.

As per usual I had a beautifil stay at Karins country retreat. Thankyou, can’t wait for my next stay.

what a great place thank you for the extras

Absolutely perfect! Warm, clean, comfortable, private, quiet. Ticked all our boxes. Hopefully our base for Palmerston North visit in the future.

Good place to stay highly recommend close to town center responsive host and clean facilities.

Great place for a group needing to spread out. Spacious, well set up with great living space that accommodates well for a group or family. Gorgeous kitchen & restaurants, coffee & stores all within a short stroll. Highly recommend it for a business group instead of hotel rooms!! Very clean & immaculate.

Very peaceful place to stay. Ash was responsive and easy to communicate with. Great comfortable place to stay

The apartment was pristine and cozy! We really appreciated Anna’s attention to detail with all the amenities and household features; the view was beautiful and our stay was absolute bliss.

We had the absolute pleasure of staying in this stunning luxury apartment, and from start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. The space was immaculate – spotlessly clean, beautifully presented, and incredibly well-appointed. Every detail had been thoughtfully considered, with stylish décor and high-end finishes throughout. The location was unbeatable, close to everything we needed yet peaceful and private. The apartment had everything we could possibly want and more – from fully equipped amenities to thoughtful personal touches that made it feel like a true home away from home. Our host was outstanding – responsive, warm, and genuinely attentive to every detail, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable stay. This was hands down one of the best Airbnbs we’ve ever stayed in. We highly recommend it and would return in a heartbeat. An amazing place and a five-star experience all the way.