Rathkeale Homestead
Rathkeale Homestead, Willow Park Drive, Masterton District 5871, New Zealand- Historic
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Garden Oasis Retreat
Luxurious Amenities: Enjoy a cozy stay at Olivista with a fully equipped kitchenette, flat-screen TV, and complimentary WiFi. Indulge in fruits, chocolates, and cookies upon arrival, and unwind in the comfort of air conditioning and heating.
Outdoor Delights: Make the most of your stay with access to a charming garden, patio, and barbecue facilities. Explore the area on complimentary bicycles and soak up the serene surroundings with outdoor furniture perfect for relaxation.
Convenient Location: Nestled in Masterton, Olivista offers free private parking and easy access to the airport. Experience the beauty of Wellington region while staying at this picturesque bed and breakfast.
Book now to experience a tranquil getaway at Olivista.
Check-in from
01:00 PM
Check-out by
10:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Sleeps
Up to 4 guests
4 adults · 3 children
Beds
2 Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
45 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
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Provider-sourced guest reviews.
Peaceful location,studio was very nice,amazing breakfast was impressive. Hosts are very friendly.
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The beds - one is a sofa bed were comfortable, the kitchenette has all the necessities, breakfast everyday is nutritious and the countryside is gorgeous. Accommodating owners of the property who dwell close by but respect your privacy and are just lovely
The winter weather conditions make for a very cold location so the heat pump is essential for warmth
Lovely quiet residence. Beautiful breakfast supplied. Very warm + comfortable.
Easy directions to check in. Comfortable, clean and cosy accommodation with everything you could need including a delicious breakfast. Fantastic setting and a guided walk around the area with Cliff.
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Beautiful location on an olive farm. We instantly felt at home and welcomed this is a lovely little sleep out with everything you need and some things you didn't realise you had forgotten. The breakfast is amazing and far too much 😍
Possibly a coffee table but I'm clutching at straws
Lovely peaceful location, set back off the road. Comfy accommodation set across the driveway from the owners. Cliff & Gerri are great hosts who provide a yummy selection of continental breakfast goodies. This was our second time staying here and we will definitely be back.
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The place was very clean and tidy and had everything you'll need and more! The hosts were extremely welcoming and provided a lot of useful information about dining and sightseeing. Breakfast was extremely generous with a full basket provided. The homebaking of muffins and welcome cookies were delicious and very thoughtful. Will stay here again if I come this way!
Wonderful breakfast . Lovely surprise.
Really nice owner's, fabulous breakfast. Nice extra touches of flowers and biscuits.
There was nothing to not like from this accommodation. From the welcome on arrival to departure there was nothing I could fault with the accommodation or setting. There is everything you need for your stay and more, every detail has been carefully thought out and is delivered in spades. From the extremely comfortable bed to the fabulous breakfast means there will not be anywhere else I will stay when work brings me to the area. Thanks for your hospitality, Andy
Just that I was only able to stay one night
The breakfast was fantastic - kept me going for the whole day!
Nothing - perfect quiet little spot
Located in a quiet semi-rural area. The studio had everything I needed and has a pleasant outlook into the olive Grove. Bed is very comfortable; breakfast excellent. The hosts were especially welcoming.
Nothing to dislike
Olivista is located a few kms north of Masterton, in a semi rural enclave. very quiet and surrounded by gardens. the facilities were excellent, with room for a kitchenette, couch and well appointed bathroom. With the rain and wind outside we were very comfortable spending more then normal time inside. Cliff and Geri were very generous and attentive and the free continental breakfast was delicious.
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Very nice location, great garden and the hosts are just amazing.
This place is great, nice environment very peaceful great facilities more than you would expect from your average b&b, room had microwave, a small cooktop plates, cutlery and more, staff were fuss free and very friendly Will definitely recommend and return
The room was well equipped but not cluttered. There were a lot of wooden surfaces and everything was of the highest standard. The propriotor was very friendly and told me about a local walk, and where to eat in Masterton. The property is about 10 minutes car drive outside Masterton, and is semi-rural. Great garden and the property has it's own olive orchard.Next time I vist Masterton I will definitely book Olivista again..
There is nothing I can fault about this accommodation. However if someone didn't have their own transport it would be impractical.
Cliff and Geri are wonderful hosts - a friendly greeting, gave local information, unobtrusive and provided a wonderful breakfast that was sufficient for three days, not one. It was brought to our room in the early evening, which would suit most travellers I would think. The property is about one kilometre off the main road, in the country, close to Masterton. No road noise, in fact, fully country living. The gardens are beautifully cared for. The accommodation itself has everything one might expect, plus some extra touches, for example in the bathroom, shaver, dental floss, face cream etc. The accommodation is separate from the house, so fully private.
We found everything to our satisfaction, and more.
Peaceful and quiet
Super cosy and when we arrived the heat pump was on for us so nice and warm upon arrival on a winters evening! Hosts super accommodating even offering toys for my 2yo son, Beautiful continental breakfast given! Beautiful spot and plenty of amenities to use! :) I slept on the fold out couch with my son and that was super big and comfortable for us!
Excellent breakfast.Friendly welcome
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Perfect surroundings and safe for a solo traveller. Lovely owners. Amazing homemade biscuits, snacks, and breakfast. Thank you for such wonderful hospitality. Very grateful. Thank you.
Nice and quiet location. Neat and tidy, spacious, well equipped and a comfortable bed. Generous and very good breakfast provided. Friendly hosts! They make their own olive oil, l bought some and look forward to trying it!
It’s a very minor detail, but there is no power point by the bed to charge phone.
Well set out
Friendly owners , happy to share recommendations of where to visit
Friendly and welcoming homeowners, felt spacious, nice bathroom and shower, quiet environment, super breakfast provided
The hosts (Geri and Cliff) were just wonderful - so welcoming! The place is so homely - perhaps better than home as at home one does not get a breakfast basket of goodies that is so yummy. The location is excellent - a quieter area but also terrific for walking. It is only 5 mins into town of Masterton so easy to access other facilities if needed.
Nothing disappointed!
Love the breakfast
We loved everything.
We had a lovely stay at Olivista. Cliff and Gerri were absolutely amazing hosts they made us feel so welcomed and the room was so comfortable, they really went above and beyond for us returning a bag we had left at their premises. We can’t recommend enough nor be more grateful for their help.
Breakfast was superb & sustaining.
Beautiful spot, lovely hosts
Just outstanding. The hosts were so friendly and the breakfast a seasonal delight.
Everything we needed and more. Very comfortable in pleasant quiet surroundings. Furnished tastefully with a number of thoughtful extras. Friendly, helpful hosts plus a generous continental breakfast.
A well appointed and comfortable accommodation option. Location is excellent if travelling near Masterton. Cliff and Geri are excellent hosts.
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Beautiful B and B set in lovely gardens just out of town. So quiet and comfortable. The hosts were absolutely delightful.
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Perfect for our overnight in Masterton
Very welcoming
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The host were very friendly and very accommodating.
Peace and quiet, the rural setting has. Great brekky
Nothing to dislike here
Breakfast was wonderful, parking was great, the room very comforable, the host assisted us with our laundry
the distance from town.
Clean, quiet, comfortable. Great breakfast. Warm welcome.
Nothing to dislike.
Great location, so near to Masterton, yet so peaceful and quiet. Breakfast was provided, and was superb.
Beautiful gardens, fabulous breakfast. Appreciated all the little touches. Felt safe and welcomed. Perfect for what we needed.
A quiet and lovely cottage. Many thanks to Cliff and Gerri for their warm hospitality. Enjoyed the tranquility and cycling-filled days. The breakfast is awesome :)
Beautiful garden & olive grove location, lovely area to walk safely. Only 5 mins to Masterton. Very comfortable bed and couch. Tranquil setting. Fresh continental breakfast delivered each day to your unit -amazing selection of items including cereals, breads, ham/salami, cheese, fresh fruit, muffins, jam & honey, orange juice, plunger coffee. All included in the price of your stay. Bathroom included toiletries to use during your stay - handwash, bodywash, makeup remover, hairdryer, tissues. Smart TV with Netflix is always a bonus.
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Variety of breakfast dishes served was outstanding. The grounds and garden were absolutely beautiful. Kind and welcoming hosts Cliff and Geri made the stay the most comfortable.
Warm comfortable accomodation in a lovely quiet beautiful environment. A haven in beautiful garden and an olive grove. Friendly very hospitable hosts
Lovely cottage in beautiful location just out of town, well equipped & perfect for a couple. Great breakfast and friendly hosts - thanks heaps 😀
The unit is great - super well equipped with everything you may possibly need in the kitchen and the bathroom. Cliff and Geri are both amazing hosts, they gave great recommendations for exploring the area. Breakfast provided was also very generous and delicious!
Cosy and warm. Lovely hosts. Fabulous breakfast. Overall it was a great place to stay.
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The room was very clean, comfortable and Cliff and Gerri were very accomodating and lovely. Breakfast was indeed exceptional. It was complete with toiletries and basically everything you need.
I can't find anything to dislike.
Wonderful, free standing studio. Charming hosts. Generous continental breakfast. Very quiet location but close to town. Couldn't fault.
No complaints
I needed self-contained accommodation at short notice and booked Olivista. It fitted the bill and I enjoyed my stay and the breakfast provided in the morning.
Quantity and quality excellent fresh.
Very kind hosts Air conditioning Confortable bed Nice bathroom Delicious breakfast
Bad wifi
Peaceful and beautiful setting.
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Great Place in a beautiful garden section. The breakfast was very tasty. A great weekend.
The location was private and setting beautiful. Hosts were inviting and knowledgeable. Facilities were excellent with many extra personal touches. Breakfast was exceptional and yummy.
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Beautiful and peaceful location. Fabulous breakfast, especially homemade plum jam. Comfortable bed.
the breakfast was generous
Excellent place, excellent breakfast. Fantastic location.
Great breakfast. Quiet location.
Breakfast ingredients and all kitchen and bathroom facilities were very generous
very minor but bedside lamps and table too far away from the bed, very frustrating for a poor sleeper who lies to read in bed a lot.
Quiet retreat in an olive Grove little piece of heaven
Nothing to dislike
Very clean, quiet, peaceful Nice breakfast Everything provided
Step up to bathroom No electric socket near bed and bedside lamp too far
The friendly owners. The cleanliness. The fantastic breakfast
That we hadn't been able to stay longer
A charming and beautiful place equipped with the wonderful hosts Cliff and Gerry who make you welcome from the 1st minute. I had a wonderful time, appreciated the many tips both gave and the lovely chats. Breakfast was amazing with plenty to choose from. Beautiful and quiet surroundings, wished I could have stayed longer.
Very peaceful stay on an olive grove, with lovely country walks nearby. Gerri and Cliff thought of everything to make our stay comfortable. Fresh flowers from their lovely garden, home baking, generous breakfast which really set us up well for the day. Bed was comfortable, and husband enjoyed watching the tennis final on the new tv.
Nothing - everything was perfect. Would definitely stay again.
breakfast comprehensive and very friendly and informative hosts
Masterton is a bit far from tourist regions but en route to Wellington.
The short bread was the best I've had in years. Beautiful garden. It was exactly what we wanted. Bed was firm but still comfortable.
Friendly welcome Very clean and tastefully presented Quiet and beautiful environment Thoughtful about possible needs of guests Excellent and Generous breakfast.
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Very comfortable and well equipped studio. Great variety of food for breakfast and catered for me being Gluten Free on request. Welcoming hosts and easy check in and out. Pretty setting with olive grove and garden. Quiet location. Spotlessly clean.
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A 10/10 stay in a comfortable spacious suite with lots of extra’s to enjoy. Everything we needed was there. We stayed there before attempting the Mount Holdsworth circuit. It is rural (very close to town) set in an absolutely beautiful garden and olive tree orchard . We didn’t use the bikes but will do so next time . The breakfast basket was definitely the best we had in New Zealand and the Christmas cake was a very welcome treat. Thank you Cliff and Geri.
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My second time visit, it is a conformtable & relaxation place ~ The breakfast is well prepared. Thnaks for Cliff & Geri couple ~
My parents love the BNB, hosts where wonderful and the accommodation what great, they would stay again
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Quiet, clean, great hosts, chalk board greeting, arrival food home cooked. Nice touch with the fresh flowers in the room ,thank you .
A range of lower pillows would be helpful
Private with beautiful gardens to stroll. Hosts were very welcoming. Everything you needed and a delicious breakfast to top it off.
Under cover carport for our motorbike Fantastic breakfast - plenty for breakfast AND lunch! Plenty of room Super friendly host Peaceful location Thoughtful touches - sandwich bags, dental floss, torches etc
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Such a lovely place to stay! Friendly hosts, amazing breakfast, comfy bed, beautiful setting, nice and quiet, thank you!
We loved the peace and quiet of the location. The hosts were lovely and welcoming but left us to enjoy our time in their beautiful accommodation. The breakfast tray was amazing. Very generous, with lovely fresh fruit, yoghurt, juice, bread cold meats, cheese and preserves. Scrummy thank you.
There was nothing we didn't like (apart from leaving after only one night).
A great location, friendly hosts and very good breakfast
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Spacious, quiet, comfortable. The breakfast is the best.
Fabulous place - very friendly hosts and every comfort of home! Will recommend to my friends!
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Highly recommended B&B 1. bikepacking cycling trip friendly 2. a hearty breakfast 😋 3. neat & well equipped 4. B&B owners are zealous 5. environment is gorgeous 😍
Most welcoming host. Best value accommodation in all aspects. Superb breakfast. Providers of pure virgin olive oil
Love been in the country with such a relaxing atmosphere. Our hosts - Cliff & Geri were so friendly & accommodating & their breakfast tray was wonderful. Would definitely recommend Olivista if you are looking for a quiet get away 😉
Breakfast provided was excellent - and we were easily able to recharge our electric car (a bonus). Wonderfully friendly couple.
Nothing we did not like.
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Cleanliness
9.66/10The rooms and facilities were well maintained and of high standard.
Service
9.93/10Cliff and Geri provided exceptional attention and support during the stay.
Location
9.67/10Semi-rural location offering a peaceful environment, close to Masterton.
Room Quality
9.62/10Rooms were well equipped and comfortable, exceeding expectations.
Amenities
9.65/10Facilities included a kitchenette and other extras that enhanced the stay.
Value for Money
9.61/10Offers great facilities and breakfast for the price.
Food and Beverage
9.66/10Delicious continental breakfast, more than sufficient.
Overall Experience
9.83/10Perfect place for a restful and comfortable stay, highly recommended.