Only 7 minutes from Masterton, this roomy modern home is set on a working farm next to one of NZ’s largest Cottonwood Poplar trees. Perfect for the families and friends who want a countryside escape! With two ramps, this wheelchair-accessible home has three bedrooms each with their own basin (1 x double, 1 x queen and 2 x singles) two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, games room, BBQ, Freeview TV, and lovely grounds. Pet and infant-friendly, BYO porta cot. Come enjoy the countryside!

Your hosts at Cottonwood are Susie and Martin. Susie has grown up in this area. The farm is leased by our neighbour ‘Cookie’. You’re welcome to walk around the farm and pick one or two daffodils or apples or pears but please be aware it’s a working farm. This stylish country home sits amongst farm paddocks next to one of New Zealand’s largest Cottonwood Poplar trees, and is perfect for families or friends who want a countryside escape with all of the mod cons. Admire the countryside views across Cottonwood’s farm and the nearby river and revel in the seasonal colours.

• Wineries are a feature of the Wairarapa, especially Martinborough. Moy Hall is recommended, as is The Runholder. North Wairarapa has a little gem called Le Gra with a great tasting paddle over a grazing platter, great value! • A gin tasting at Runholder or Reid & Reid is always fun. • A little closer to Masterton and well-recommended is a newly completed architecturally stunning Cellar Door and café called URLAR, Gladstone. Enjoy a tasting flight or just a glass and tasty little morsels. • The Farmer's Market is on a Saturday morning in Masterton. • Lake Henley and Queen Elizabeth Park are just across the river from us and are great places for a walk with dogs or kids. • Visit Wairarapa's version of Stonehenge and hear the fascinating stories behind the original and its purpose. Occasional night concerts there are a must-do! • Visit the tuatara and kiwis at the Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre, 30 minutes away. • Mt Holdsworth Rocky Lookout track, Riversdale Beach and Castlepoint (includes a walk to the lighthouse!) are also a 30-40 minute drive away. • Further South is Ngawi with its iconic bulldozers launching the fishing boats, the seal colony and you can race up the steps to the lighthouse for a view of the South Island on a clear day! • Greytown also has some lovely little cafes, antique shops and ladies clothing stores. A great place to buy craft gin, books and it pays to have a look at Schoc Chocolate after you've meandered around Cobblestones Museum. • You can even book a few loop-de-loops in a Tiger Moth flight from the local airfield!