Little House at the Horseshoe, Tuki Tuki Valley

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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

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About this property

Elegant Accommodation: Little House at the Horseshoe in Tuki Tuki Valley offers a recently renovated holiday home with one bedroom and a living room. The property features a sun terrace, garden, and an open-air bath. Free WiFi is available throughout the stay. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can enjoy an outdoor fireplace, seating area, and picnic spots. The terrace provides a relaxing space, while the hot tub offers a perfect retreat. Free on-site private parking is provided for convenience. Local Attractions: Located 36 km from Hawke's Bay Airport, the property is close to McLean Park (30 km), Splash Planet (17 km), Pania of the Reef Statue (32 km), and Bluff Hill Lookout (34 km). Highly rated by guests, Little House at the Horseshoe ensures a memorable stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Andy
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Very quiet location, the house was perfect for me and my partner and we had a great time”
  • Helen
    Australia Australia
    “The Little House is the perfect hideaway escape set in a natural and very peaceful location surrounded by stunning scenery. The house is beautifully styled, clean, super cosy and comfortable.”
  • Alexandra
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “The location was perfect for our needs. We wanted peace and quiet, but nearby to Craggy Range as we had dinner plans there. I actually booked the Little House to propose to my partner, and it was the perfect location to do that. There is a little...”
  • Susan
    Australia Australia
    “The views from the deck, bedroom, living area. Spacious, light filled, accommodation. Quiet country location Responsive hosts An outdoor bath and a fire pit ( did not get to use either )”
  • Liz
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “This was a great spot to get away from it all for a long weekend. We loved the bird life and amazing view. The house is well equipped, had a great bed, and there were lots of thoughtful little touches. I would highly recommend 🤩”
  • Alexcleaves24
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location, near Havelock North and vineyards. The property was beautifully furnished and maintained, with a lot of lovely touches inside and the outdoor bath was easy to use. I'd highly recommend this place to stay. Te Mata peak is very close...”
  • Emma
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Very cute little cottage, you can really tell how much effort has gone into the restoration. Lovely hosts who were super easy to get hold of and even had the fire going upon check-in. Will be even more amazing in a few years time when the new...”
  • Garry
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Beautiful location very friendly host. Upon arrival, we were warmly greeted. The space was immaculately clean and beautifully decorated providing a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. The host had the fire going for us prior to our arrival. The...”
  • Marianne
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Het fantastische uitzicht en de unieke ligging. De sfeervolle, persoonlijke inrichting met oog voor elk detail. Fijne zitjes op de veranda en parasol aanwezig. Juiste mate van privacy en warme ontvangst door Aaron.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Fiona and Aaron Hosford

9.8
Host review score
Fiona and Aaron Hosford
Surrounded by historic farmland and magnificent views, The Little House is a shepherd's cottage that has been relocated and restored to create a luxurious and cosy interior, while minimising the environmental impact wherever possible. We invite you to shake off the shackles of a busy life and unwind in Hawke's Bay's idyllic Tuki Tuki Valley. Nestled behind Te Mata Peak, guests at The Little House will enjoy the charming, rustic surrounds offered by this iconic location. Enjoy private access to a world renowned fly-fishing spot down by the Tuki Tuki river.
I have an obsession with creating beautiful spaces and special experiences. I grew up on this property, and after many years living away, I moved back here in 2020 with my husband Aaron, and our two daughters. We all agree that this place is too beautiful not to share and so we moved an abandoned cottage onto the property and created the Little House. We hope welcome you soon! Please let us know whether or not you would like to be greeted in person. Most of our guest prefer privacy so we will leave you to enjoy your escape. However, we live on the property and are happy for you to call us on our mobile numbers should you need our assistance.
The Little House is just over the driveway from our family home and is surrounded by working farmland. The Little House is surrounded by working farmland. Moo-ing cows, baa-ing sheep, neighing horses and sometimes barking dogs are to be expected, along with birdsong and possibly even the occasional nocturnal o'possum or snuffling hedgehog. Welcome to the countryside! We live in one of the most beautiful parts of New Zealand with private views of Te Mata Peak and the surrounding hills, and private access to Tuki Tuki River, which is a world-renowned spot for fly-fishing. We are surrounded by farmland but minutes away from an excellent espresso bar and a number of wonderful winery restaurants and two of Hawke's Bay's best loved beaches, Ocean Beach and Waimarama. Also a short and scenic drive away is the beautiful Maraetotara Falls.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Little House at the Horseshoe, Tuki Tuki Valley in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.