India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Staff

10
  • Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Swimming pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom

About this property

Elegant Holiday Home in Whareama: India House & Ica Whare offers a serene holiday home experience in Whareama, New Zealand. Guests enjoy a beautiful garden and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Free WiFi is available in public areas. Comfortable Living Spaces: The property features a hot tub, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Bicycle parking and barbecue facilities enhance the outdoor experience. Free on-site private parking is provided. Modern Amenities: Each unit includes a private bathroom with a spa bath, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining area. Additional amenities include a fireplace, lake views, and free toiletries. Convenient Location: Located 85 mi from Palmerston North International Airport, the property is highly rated by guests. Nearby attractions include Riversdale Beach, offering scenic views and activities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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See what guests loved the most:

John
New Zealand New Zealand
“I was working all day every day so was only there at night, I found the place very comfortable to relax after a day's work.”
Aaron
New Zealand New Zealand
“Awesome location, quiet and tidy. Great being able to take our little dog….”
Robert
New Zealand New Zealand
“Outstanding place to stay. The property was well presented. Hosts were very helpful and friendly.”
Swieb
Netherlands Netherlands
“Athmosphere is wonderfull, great pool, friendly hosts.”
Samantha
New Zealand New Zealand
“The location is amazing if you are keen for a get away from it all trip. We were thrilled to find such a beautiful spot that was dog friendly. Carmen and Dick were amazing hosts. We're already thinking about when to go back.”
Veronique
France France
“Petit cottage paisible. Superbe accueil des hôtes.”

Hosted by Dick & Carmen Tredwell

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Dick & Carmen Tredwell
Dick & Carmen Tredwell welcome you to their little 'piece of paradise' in the Wairarapa countryside! Please note there is NO cell phone reception at the cottages. There is good Wifi at both the cottages, but not unlimited. Please ask for a Wifi code when you arrive. There is Spark & 2 Degrees cell phone reception at our front gate - short walk down the wooded drive. We allow pets by PRIOR arrangement only (and only 1 dog allowed on site at a time). There is a charge of fifteen dollars per night for a dog. Well behaved dogs are welcome. Our dog rules are simple and common sense: Please bring your own dog bowls for food and water. Please bring dog bedding/blankets as needed. Please clean up all your dog dirt. Dogs are not allowed on the beds or sofas in the cottages. Dog to be accompanied at all times, or on a lead (not allowed to wander around). No dogs in the swimming pool/spa pool area. You are liable for any damage caused by your dog in the cottage or gardens. If your dog is not obedient - please don't ask to bring her/him! Bedroom 1 in our 3-bedroom cottage has 2 x single beds with the option for it to become a King Size bed. Please let us know if you want the King size option.
Originally from the UK, Dick and Carmen have lived in New Zealand for the last 22 years. We love our 20 acres of 'Wairarapa paradise' and enjoy sharing it with guests. There's plenty to see and do in the area - we'll send you all the information you need once you have booked.
We have 2 local golf courses at Riversdale and Castlepoint, as well as tennis courts to hire at Riversdale Beach. Enjoy great walks on the beach and a coffee or latte at the local store. Locally the Tinui Cafe & Bar provide great meals all day and evenings, except Mondays. The Hotel at Castlepoint provides meals in the evenings too!
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

House rules

India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 200 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

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