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The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape

Inglewood cabin with balcony

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Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Inglewood, Taranaki
  • Place, Inglewood Town Hall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Inglewood Public Library
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Fun Ho! National Toy Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Inglewood

In Inglewood .You'll find Fun Ho! National Toy Museum and Inglewood Town Hall within 2 miles (3 km) of this cabin. Cue Theatre and Inglewood Public Library are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Cue Theatre - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Inglewood Town Hall - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Inglewood Public Library - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Fritz Reuter Place - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Fun Ho! National Toy Museum - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Stratford Station - 20 min drive
  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oscars Kiwi Kafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Indian Bukhara - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Caffe Windsor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hillsborough Car Museum and Mini Golf - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape

Summary:

Experience a unique stay at The River Retreat - Off the Grid.

- Eco-friendly cabins with solar power

- Charming atmosphere for total relaxation

- Basic cooking facilities and BBQ

- Scenic views overlooking the river

- Paths leading to additional cabins

- Torches and umbrellas provided

- Close to Inglewood's shops and cafes

- A part end of stay cleaning service is included.



The Space:

The River Retreat - Off the Grid offers a unique place to stay that delivers an authentic kiwi experience. This charming eco-friendly holiday accommodation is designed for those looking to disconnect from life's pressures and immerse themselves in the beauty of natural surroundings. Nestled among a deer farm and elevated overlooking the river, this property encourages guests to switch off completely and enjoy a truly unique experience.



Powered solely by solar energy, The River Retreat provides a sense of isolation and tranquility. The main cabin features basic cooking facilities, including a gas cooktop and a small gas-operated fridge for your essentials. A BBQ is also available for outdoor cooking. The spacious combined dining and living area opens to the outdoors through large barn doors, maximizing the rural environment. Downstairs accommodates four guests with a comfortable queen bed and two single beds.



Comfortable Accommodation:

- Three charming cabins available

- Main cabin with queen bed and two single beds

- Two additional cabins each with a double bed

- Third cabin with toilet and gas shower facility



Interior Feeling:

- Basic cooking facilities for convenience

- Spacious dining and living area

- Large barn doors for outdoor access

- Eco-friendly atmosphere with solar power



Outdoor Bliss:

- Surrounded by a deer farm

- Elevated views overlooking the river

- Various paths to explore the natural surroundings

- Torches provided for nighttime navigation



Delightful Dining:

- Gas cooktop for cooking

- Small gas-operated fridge for basic supplies

- BBQ for outdoor meals



Professional Cleaning:

- All linen and towels provided by a commercial linen company

- Professionally laundered and cleaned prior to arrival

- Cleaning meets Ministry of Health commercial standards

- Part end of stay cleaning service included



Guests are required to leave the property in a tidy state, ensuring all dishes are washed and the dishwasher is loaded and turned on before departure. Bookings exceeding 10 days will incur an extra mid-term cleaning and linen fee every seven days.



Situated on the outskirts of Inglewood, the property is just a five-minute drive from specialty shops, restaurants, cafes, and the local supermarket for your basic supplies. The charming rural town of Inglewood is nestled amidst the vibrant greenness of Taranaki pastureland, just below the forested fringe of Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki. The Visitors Centre is a 10-minute drive away for those keen on trampers, and it is only a 15-minute drive to New Plymouth.



For those guests looking for total relaxation and rejuvenation or families wanting to get their children completely away from their devices, this is for you. Back to basics and oh so refreshing.



Other Things to Note:

No Parties Or Gathering. No Wifi



Interaction with Guests:

Bach Break manage this property and are only a phone call or email away. Office hours are from 8am to 8:30pm.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

Please be mindful of neighbours and adhere to quiet times of 10pm to 7am. Strictly no parties or gatherings. We reserve the right not to accept boo...

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Escape to Peace Tranquility
THE River Retreat OFF THE Grid
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape to the airport?

This cabin is 14.3 mi (21-min drive) away from the New Plymouth (NPL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape to the beach?

This cabin is 13 mi (20-min drive) from Fitzroy Beach and 16.5 mi (27-min drive) from Back Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape to downtown Inglewood?

This cabin is 1.6 mi away from Inglewood.

The River Retreat - Eco-Friendly Escape Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kayla R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautifully presented great comfortable rooms right beside river great place to relax and eacape.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Beau J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay!

Despite the rain we had a lovely time staying here :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022