Fallow Hills

Fallow Hills

Masterton

Fallow Hills is located in North Wairarapa, just under 2 hours' drive from Wellington and about 15 minutes from Masterton.

The campsite sits on a hilltop, within a patch of pretty native bush on the farm. Picturesque trees dotted around the site provide spots of welcome shade from the bright Wairarapa sunshine. 

The romantic, safari-style tent is fitted out with a queen-size bed, beautifully dressed in deluxe linen. A wood-burning stove keeps you cosy and warm, all year round. Two stylishly renovated forestry huts accompany the tent, forming a roomy camp bathroom and kitchen. An additional outdoor covered barbeque area provides a fantastic al fresco dining space.

Two deep, claw-foot baths sit side-by-side, giving you the chance to soak and relax together while you take in the sweeping 180-degree views over the rural Wairarapa countryside. The starry sky at night is breathtaking.

Fallow Hills is an utterly idyllic and restful glamping retreat. The serenity of sitting in the Adirondack chairs, cool drink in hand, native birds flitting through the surrounding bush, and watching the sun setting over the surrounding hills. It's truly tonic for the soul.

FROM $260 p/n

  • Sleeps 2

A $50 Single Night Surcharge applies on top of the nightly rate when booking a single night. You will need to add this charge during the booking process. The calendar below will specify where one-night bookings are allowed.

Address
 

The entrance to Fallow Hills is located on Masterton Stronvar Rd, Wainuioru 5890

Directions
 

Fallow Hills is just under 2 hours drive from central Wellington. To get to Fallow Hills, you will need to meet your hosts Trish and Phil in Masterton so that they can escort you to the farm. Their address and contact details will be provided in the pre-arrival email sent 5 days prior to your stay.

Note: If you have booked within 5 days and haven't received a pre-arrival email shortly after booking, please email us at [email protected].

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  • Eating and Drinking

    Fallow Hills is self-catering. Just bring your own food and drink, and cook meals using the facilities provided in your private camp kitchen. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

    The nearest supermarket is in Masterton, a 15-minute drive away. Make sure you stop off at the award-winning Clareville Bakery (between Carterton and Masterton) for some delicious bakery treats on your way.

    If you feel like a night off cooking, pop into Masterton for a meal. There are plenty of good restaurants and cafes. Try Iberia for fantastic pizzas! 

  • Things to do

    Fallow Hills is so restful, you'll barely feel the need to leave. But if you do want to explore the area, Castlepoint Beach (voted one of the top 10 beaches in NZ by the AA) is approximately 50 minutes drive away - and is so worth a visit. Take a walk up to the lighthouse or up to the top of Castle Rock, and then reward yourselves with some of the amazing Fish and Chips at the Castlepoint store.

    For more beach action, Riversdale Beach is about 40-minute drive away.

    Approximately 45 minutes drive south of Fallow Hills is the wine village of Martinborough, where you can visit any number of fantastic vineyards and boutique breweries. Greytown is 35 minutes south, and is know as a the boutique cafe and shopping town of the Wairarapa. 

    Masterton itself has just been voted New Zealands most beautiful city for 2017! There are plenty of activities throughout the year like Wings over Wairarapa, the Balloon Festival, Golden Shears, and A&P Show.

  • Your Hosts

    Kim and Guy Williams, along with their children, Henry, Thomas, Priya, Zarndy and Cooper are your hosts at Fallow Hills.

    'Fallow Hills' is the name of the glamping site that sits on Guy's family farm, Te Parae Station. Guy is the fifth generation of his family to farm the land. Kim works part-time as an Agribusiness Analyst.

    Kim and Guy love the family history of the land they live on and treasure their responsibility as caretakers for the next generation. They decided to set up their glampsite to share their paradise with others. They liked the idea of giving town and city dwellers the opportunity to escape their busy world and experience a slice of peaceful rural life.

    Fallow Hills is named for the wild Fallow Deer that roam the hills of Te Parae Station.

Testimonials

  • "

    Fallow Hills is the perfect mix of modern conveniences while escaping the real world for a couple of days. The weather was cloudy and rainy our whole stay, but it didn’t spoil it at all; it just added to the experience (think hot bath in the pouring rain). We can’t wait to book again. Pure bliss.

    "

    - 16 Apr 2024

    1 / 12

  • "

    Best stay ever, highly recommend.

    "

    - 04 Apr 2024

    2 / 12

  • "

    We absolutely loved our stay at Fallow Hills and have already recommended it to friends and family. We live in Wellington, and Fallow Hills was just the escape we needed from the city. The views were breathtaking, especially at sunrise when the fog in the valley made it feel like we were above the clouds, and at night when the stars came out. There was everything we needed in terms of facilities; the outdoor baths, in particular, were the perfect touch. The host was also great: very friendly and welcoming. Overall, a great place to stay. We wish we had stayed longer!

    "

    - 26 Mar 2024

    3 / 12

  • "

    Glamping in a tent is the best! Whatever the weather, you can't beat it. Having two baths is a must. Thanks so much! We loved it.

    "

    - 18 Mar 2024

    4 / 12

  • "

    Gorgeous, peaceful place with comforts of home, with amazing scenery.

    "

    - 12 Mar 2024

    5 / 12

  • "

    Right from the start, meeting our hosts to take us to the escape, to their helpfulness showing us all the amenities, and then just the remoteness, the quiet, and the amazing night sky. Didn't want to leave, would recommend to anyone and everyone.

    "

    - 19 Feb 2024

    6 / 12

  • "

    We loved our stay at Fallow Hills and had such a relaxing weekend. The hosts went above and beyond, greeting us and making sure we were comfortable upon arrival. Couldn’t recommend this stay more.

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    - 15 Feb 2024

    7 / 12

  • "

    What a magical place! True care has been taken with all the extra details that make the trip even more enjoyable. Perfect in every way.

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    - 29 Jan 2024

    8 / 12

  • "

    Wonderful location. A great spot to getaway and relax. Facilities are excellent. Outside baths are a real treat.

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    - 25 Jan 2024

    9 / 12

  • "

    Fallow Hills is set in the most stunning location; we were totally blown away on arrival. If solitude and serenity are what you are looking for, then this is the place to stay. We loved all the little extra touches and how well the accommodation had been planned out. Highly recommend this stay!!

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    - 24 Jan 2024

    10 / 12

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    We loved our stay, it always goes too quickly! Have already rebooked for next year!

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    - 06 Dec 2023

    11 / 12

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    Fantastic time at Fallow Hills. An awesome place to chill and relax. Hope to go back and have sun and views rather than rain and fog but whatever the weather Fallow hills is a lovely place to do nothing. Hosts are great and are happy to help out if needed.

    "

    - 22 Nov 2023

    12 / 12

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