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Waipukurau

Central Hawke's Bay - Hawke's Bay

Easy living warm home

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Dates & location

date_range 27 Dec 2026 - 20 Jan 2027 (3 weeks)

location_on Waipukurau - View map

my_location Central Hawke's Bay - Hawke's Bay - Central Hawke's Bay

Our home

We have a large, single story family home that is a 5 minute drive to the nearest town. You will be staying in our guest room with en-suite and french doors opening onto the lawn and pool area. Our closest neighbours are a few paddocks away, we are surrounded by a working farm.

favoriteWhat we love about our area

Central Hawke's Bay is a friendly community with a pleasant, temperate climate and an easy commute to Hastings, Havelock North and Napier. Golden sand beaches are a 40 minute drive away. Napier airport is an hours drive.

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cabinHouse type:Farm House

local_laundry_serviceFeatures

Wifi, Streaming services, Garage/Carport, Pool, BBQ, Air conditioner, Heater, Dishwasher, Smoke alarms, Chemical-free home

accessibleHome accessibility

Wheelchair Access

landscapeLocale

Country

near_meNearby

Supermarket, Shopping Centre, Golf, Lawn Bowls, Gym/Yoga, Restaurants/Cafes, Pubs/Bars, Cinema, Parks, Beach

Our pets

DogsDogs (1)
CatsCats (1)
Indy - Loving 12yr old Schnauzer/Jack Russell - enjoys a daily stroll, very easy care.
Marley - a people shy ginger tabby cat who you may be lucky enough to win over.
Remembering "dogs have owners and cats have staff".

Our garden

local_floristGarden or plant care

No

About us

person Rachael

We are a middle age couple with adult children living away from home. Previously farming for 35 years, and now pursuing other career interests and enjoying some travel.

Trust

account_circleMember since Jul 2026

Important info

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child_careFamilies welcome:Yes

person_addGuests welcome:By arrangement

rv_hookupSpace for caravan:Yes

directions_carCar available:Yes

directions_carOwn transport required:Yes

petsPets welcome:Maybe

smoking_roomsSmoking permitted:No

Travel Rent Free

Travel on a shoestring

House sitting is a fun, immersive way to experience this magnificent country - without paying a cent for accommodation!