Tora off-grid, peaceful hideaway

Located at Tora in the South Wairarapa - 5 minute drive from the rugged Tora coast, a scenic 35 min drive from Martinborough and 2 hour drive from Wellington city. Set in a secluded and peaceful spot the Cottage ensures you privacy while not too far off the beaten track. With touches of recycled timber, unique decor and natural textiles, the Cottage has a warm rustic, whimsical vibe. The space Built from recycled materials, the cosy cottage has an open kitchen-living area, one private bedroom and inside bathroom with flushing toilet. The comfy queen size bed is dressed with quality linen and thick blinds for a shamelessly long sleep in. Leather sofas, feather cushions, wool throws and a wood burner come together to create a charming, snug and relaxing space. Double french doors lead onto a long deck. Take a seat soaking in the sounds from the regenerating ngāhere (bush) while watching the sun set over the rolling farmland in the distance. After dark, snuggle up on the porch and stargaze up at the expansive South Wairarapa Dark Sky reserve. The starry sky at night is stunning. Longspur Eco Cottage is self-catering. Bring your own food and drink, and cook using the Weber BBQ or gas cook top/oven. You’ll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you’ll need - from coffee plunger to paua mincer. If you're an active relaxer there's plenty to do. Highly recommended is the 5km bush walk up to the Rocky Knob - 318 mtrs above sea level to where you'll feel most alive. The views are breathtaking. Bush Bathing - sorry no hot tub involved but a quiet meander in the bush alone can do a world of good for our mental health and well-being. Listen, observe, smell, breath, feel. Tonic for the soul. Challenge your mate over a board game or browse through the eclectic selection of books. Longspur is a truly restful place. You’ll feel this the first time you drive up the track to the Cottage – a hidden treasure that forces you to take a deep breath and just... relax. Guest access The Cottage is situated on the south side of our property of re-generating native ngāhere - bush. Access is along a farm track entered further along Tora Road, approx. 350 metres from our mailbox. The track is generally suitable for regular vehicles with a cautious and sensible driver but if you have the opportunity to bring an older/higher/AWD vehicle do so. There's a shallow creek crossing which is a bit rocky and rough on bumpers and exhausts. If you feel uncomfortable driving your vehicle along a farm track we're more than happy to transport you and your luggage to the Cottage. Other things to note No WiFi No landline phone or cellphone reception within the Cottage. With the addition of two new cell towers in the district recently one bar can sometimes be picked up from the Cottage deck. Otherwise 200 metres back down the driveway or up the hill, you'll find stronger coverage. Completely off-grid means no 230/240 volt power sockets to plug into to use standard electrical items. The Cottage is a small space with one private bedroom. Best suited to a couple, small family or four individuals happy to sleep within close proximity of each other.