Tarahaoa Cabin

146 Rangitata Gorge Road, Peel Forest, Geraldine
10
Max Guests
1
Bedroom
1
Bathroom

About this Holiday House

Like a back country hut, but with all the facilities. Located in regenerating native bush below Little Mount Peel, this self-contained haven is ideal for families, groups, and couples looking to escape the demands of modern life and reconnect with nature. Enjoy the north-facing deck where you can watch native birds and start a bush walk from the front steps! The open-plan living space includes two sleeping platforms, sleeping up to 10 people at one end of the room and a living area with a log fire at the other. Experience the simplicity of off-grid living with a 12v power supply, solar and wetback water heating, and a composting toilet. The kitchenette is equipped with pots, crockery, and cutlery for 10. Cook on the 2-burner gas cooker outside, the shared BBQ, or the log burner. The cabin is a 5-minute walk from the car park, with access also available via a 4x4 track. Nestled away at the edge of our cabins area, this is our most private cabin. For those seeking even more solitude, consider booking both our cabins for your stay. **Please note, the tap water is untreated at this time and must be boiled before use. ** Book in advance - As a charitable trust with a small part-time team, we kindly ask that you book a week in advance to secure your preferred dates. Unfortunately, we can't accommodate late bookings. Thank you for your understanding.

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: No pets
No pets
Amenity: Linen not provided
Linen not provided
Amenity: No smoking
No smoking
Amenity: No disabled access
No disabled access
Heating & cooling
Amenity: Fire place
Fire place
Amenity: Fire wood supplied
Fire wood supplied
Kitchen
Amenity: Cooking Basics
Cooking Basics
Amenity: Dishes and cutlery
Dishes and cutlery
Bathroom
Amenity: Shower
Shower
Laundry
Amenity: Cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment
Amenity: Cleaning supplies
Cleaning supplies
Amenity: Laundry Tub
Laundry Tub
Parking
Amenity: Off Street Parking
Off Street Parking
Outdoors
Amenity: BBQ
BBQ
Services
Amenity: Self Check-in
Self Check-in
 
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Bed layout

10 Bunk(s)

Special Amenities

Located within a 18 ha QE II Covenanted bush block

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

Adjacent to Peel Forest Scenic Reserve. 10 minutes walk to Rangitata River. Numerous DOC walks within a short distance Whitewater rafting and kayaking available on local rivers.

Reviews

Average Rating: 4
3 total reviews

Kristen Bracey
Simple open-plan cabin with 2 sleeping platforms, as advertised. The log fire was very effective at quickly warming the space. It was a bit sad the cabin is surrounded by weeds - sycamore, blackberry etc, but this was a salutary reminder of how challenging it is to re-establish native vegetation and control weed species. Nice walks in native bush nearby.
Rebecca Mitchell
great house, beautiful part of the country
louise barber
Hut was great, we had an excellent time and suited our needs well! Unfortunately the water wasn't working so we didn't shower for a few days

Availability

April 2025
May 2025
June 2025
July 2025
Booked

Rates

Date rangeRatesMinimum stay
23 Dec - 5 Jan $138 / Night for 10 guests2 Nights
Rest of year$115 / Night for 10 guests1 Night
23 Dec - 5 Jan
$138 / Night for 10 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
Rest of year
$115 / Night for 10 guests
Min. stay: 1 Night
0-5 yrs free don't include in guest numbers or system will charge for them.

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Location

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