House in Hawke's Bay
8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 1 bath
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The Blackhouse
Escape to the country…The Blackhouse is a large private self-catering home away from home, providing a quiet retreat for a group of friends or extended family weekend in scenic surroundings, located within the grounds of King’s Ridge Gardens,.
The house is perfect whatever the season for either short or longer stays, whether a lazy, hot outdoorsy summer escape or a cosy midwinter getaway.
(NB unsuitable for children under 12)
With its indoor outdoor flow and superb elevated views over the river and countryside it provides the perfect country escape from city living. The garden has its own petanque court, outdoor chess board and use of a mobile BBQ .
Walk through The Ridge House's landscaped gardens to use the private spa pool. Soak in the spa while you enjoy superb views of snow clad mountains, magnificent sunsets and night skies full of stars. (NB prior booking essential $50 fee per stay).
The area is perfect for guests who want to ride the many bike trails, fish the rivers and explore the regions wineries and a heart of the country stay for tourists wanting to experience life on a small farm in a rural village.
Where in the World?
The Blackhouse is located in the central North Island of New Zealand in private rural surroundings in the charming historic village of Waipawa, Central Hawkes Bay. It is close to many attractions in the region such as beaches, wineries, farmers markets, cafes and antique shops. Only an hour south of Napier City (Napier Airport) it is close to the Art Deco Festival, Mission Concert and Horse of The Year events: 30 minutes from Hastings and Havelock North’s restaurants and vineyards and only 3 hours from Wellington or 5 hours from Auckland. Waipawa is also a stop on the Inter-city and tourist bus routes.
What to do?
The immediate area abounds with attractions and activities from the village’s 4 cafes (visit Nola’s), many antique and bric-a-brac shops, excellent museum, the now famous Waipawa Butchery for the best sausages and steaks in the country. Try trout fishing on the Waipawa and Tukituki rivers (, day license req’d), trail biking (bikes available for hire, $25 per day), horse trekking , country walks, golf, tennis, petanque, local pubs and riverside picnics, etc, etc. For those who enjoy the ocean its 30 minutes drive to wonderful surf and ocean fishing beaches. Visit Junction Vineyard for wine of international quality. Within 30 minutes there are literally dozens of specialty vineyards and the fabulous orchards of the fruit bowl of Hawkes Bay round Havelock North & Hastings.
The Blackhouse is well located for regional events, Big Band performances, The Mission Concert, Vineyard Concerts, Opera at the Townhall, Horse of the Year (grazing available on request ) and many, many more events.
The Blackhouse
Escape to the country…The Blackhouse is a large private self-catering home away from home, providing a quiet retreat for a group of friends or extended family weekend in scenic surroundings, located within the grounds of King’s Ridge Gardens,.
The house is perfect whatever the season for either short or longer stays, whether a lazy, hot outdoorsy summer escape or a cosy midwinter getaway.
(NB unsuitable for children under 12)
With its indoor outdoor flow and superb elevated views over the river and countryside it provides the perfect country escape from city living. The garden has its own petanque court, outdoor chess board and use of a mobile BBQ .
Walk through The Ridge House's landscaped gardens to use the private spa pool. Soak in the spa while you enjoy superb views of snow clad mountains, magnificent sunsets and night skies full of stars. (NB prior booking essential $50 fee per stay).
The area is perfect for guests who want to ride the many bike trails, fish the rivers and explore the regions wineries and a heart of the country stay for tourists wanting to experience life on a small farm in a rural village.
Where in the World?
The Blackhouse is located in the central North Island of New Zealand in private rural surroundings in the charming historic village of Waipawa, Central Hawkes Bay. It is close to many attractions in the region such as beaches, wineries, farmers markets, cafes and antique shops. Only an hour south of Napier City (Napier Airport) it is close to the Art Deco Festival, Mission Concert and Horse of The Year events: 30 minutes from Hastings and Havelock North’s restaurants and vineyards and only 3 hours from Wellington or 5 hours from Auckland. Waipawa is also a stop on the Inter-city and tourist bus routes.
What to do?
The immediate area abounds with attractions and activities from the village’s 4 cafes (visit Nola’s), many antique and bric-a-brac shops, excellent museum, the now famous Waipawa Butchery for the best sausages and steaks in the country. Try trout fishing on the Waipawa and Tukituki rivers (, day license req’d), trail biking (bikes available for hire, $25 per day), horse trekking , country walks, golf, tennis, petanque, local pubs and riverside picnics, etc, etc. For those who enjoy the ocean its 30 minutes drive to wonderful surf and ocean fishing beaches. Visit Junction Vineyard for wine of international quality. Within 30 minutes there are literally dozens of specialty vineyards and the fabulous orchards of the fruit bowl of Hawkes Bay round Havelock North & Hastings.
The Blackhouse is well located for regional events, Big Band performances, The Mission Concert, Vineyard Concerts, Opera at the Townhall, Horse of the Year (grazing available on request ) and many, many more events.
Amenities at The Blackhouse, mid century country living at its best.
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Hawke's Bay
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Great House really lovely time.
8 / 10Excellent·Nov 2023
Our installers were very happy with the house and your help, thank you very much, we will be back.
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2023
The property was lovely. What an amazing backdrop for a relaxing weekend. Great view, not far from good coffee and a spectacular garden.
6 / 10Average·Jan 2022
House was lovely, with a nice layout and well presented (if somewhat dated), cleaning was ok the daughter found ants in her bed so was a little paranoid and we found crumbs and a peanut on the same bedroom floor.
The fridge was scary and felt like it would fall on you each time you opened it.
Hosts seemed nice on arrival, however there were too many rule - only take a 3 min shower, wash your hair in the basin, limit your electricity, etc.
Our payment confirmation and the reason we booked was a 11am check out (as I hate being rushed in self catering environments where you have to pack up everything not just your clothes like in a hotel), however we had a knock at the door at 9:30am then were frog marched out at 10:30am. Then when I questioned this I was abruptly told check out was 10am and it was showing in the book! Not a great experience to end your trip on and surely regardless of a book left in the house for God knows how long my booking confirmation should take precedence as this is what I paid for.
Spa had a beautiful setting but was a walk from the house and right next to the hosts house which just felt awkward as you had to walk right passed there living space to use it. Kids (adults) used it a few times but I only used it once as didn't feel comfortable.
We had a lovely stay in the Hawkes Bay but would likely chose different accommodation next time.
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9.1Outstanding
(25 Ratings)
"Great House really lovely time."
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