• Houses
  • Kitchen
  • Lake view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom

Offering an outdoor pool and a spa pool, India House is located in Whareama. The property is a 20-minute drive from the beach side town of Riversdale and a 40-minute drive from Masterton. There is a full kitchen with a microwave and an oven. The bathroom has a shower over the bath and a hairdryer. You can enjoy lake views and garden views from all of the rooms. Extras include a fireplace and a sofa. At India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach you will find barbecue facilities. The property offers free parking.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
High score for Whareama
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  • 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.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Dick & Carmen Tredwell

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

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 the 1 bedroom cottage, and limited Wifi at the 3 bedroom cottage. Please ask for a Wifi voucher (1 GB more available to purchase) when you arrive. There is Spark 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!
Originally from the UK, Dick and Carmen have lived in New Zealand for the last 18 years and are now NZ Citizens. 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

Property surroundings

Facilities of India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Electric blankets
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
  • Hot tub
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool cover
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Activities
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 13:30 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 10:00 to 12:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of NZD 50 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 24. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification 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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag 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 minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

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

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

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of NZD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach

  • India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Walking tours
    • Swimming Pool

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach on this page.

  • India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach is 1,000 yards from the centre of Whareama. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach (subject to availability). These can accommodate:

    • 2 guests
    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach is from 13:30, and check-out is until 12:30.

  • Yes, India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at India House & Ica Whare in Whareama, Nr Riversdale Beach (subject to availability). These have:

    • 1 bedroom
    • 3 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.