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Venus

Waikato


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Eating and Drinking

EATING AND DRINKING

Venus is self-catering. Just bring your own food and drink, and cook meals using the electric stovetop and Weber Baby Q BBQ provided. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.

If you're keen to eat out for a quick bite, INDI Raglan coffee shop is 14 minutes away and serves tasty handmade bagels made from natural ingredients. Your hosts also recommend Raglan Roast Coffee, The Shack,Rock-It Kitchen, Ulo's Kitchen, ISO Cafe Bistro are their top picks. Or you can chill on the wharf while eating fish n' chips!

If you're looking for a place for a quiet (or lively!) drink, The Yot Club, Orca Eatery & Bar, Wyld and ISO Bar are all good options.

The nearest store for stocking up on food and supplies is the Te Uku Store Dairy (5 minutes away) or a small supermarket in Raglan (10 minutes away).

Things to Do

THINGS TO DO

Venus is perched on a hilltop, overlooking a peaceful valley of rolling farmland and scattered trees. It’s perfectly positioned to catch the sunrise over the hills and enjoy stargazing under the night sky.

Raglan is an artsy town with a thriving art and food scene. Raglan Points is one of the top surf spots in the world and is only 5-10 mins from the town centre (Wild Coast Ruapuke is 30 minutes away). Activities such as ocean swimming, walking, fishing, mountain biking tracks, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and rock climbing are all readily available.

For something a bit different, Xtreme Zero Waste offers tours of how they recycle in NZ.

A classic sunset walk on the beach is the best way to wind down in the evenings. Or spice it up and try a sunset cruise on the Wahinemoe Boat around the Raglan Harbour.

Do you love your nature walks? The impressiveBridal Veil Falls is 20 minutes away, and Te Toto Gorge and Karioi Summit Tracks are 35 minutes away.

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Your Hosts

YOUR HOSTS

Your hosts at Venus are Nadine and Jeff.

Nadine and Jeff, and their two children Faye and Stevie, have lived on the property for over a decade. Originally from Auckland, the family were looking for more of a country lifestyle with land and the chance to grow organic produce and produce meat, according to the permaculture principles.

Jeff is an electrician specialising in designing/installing solar power and off-grid systems. Nadine is a stay-at-home mum (and a professional cleaner!!) Watching the ‘food forest’ grow over the years has been one of the best experiences. And living near Raglan is the cherry on top as it's so convenient to the township and beautiful coastline.

The energy at the property is calm, and the bird song is lovely. The dome is big enough for two people to snuggle in together. Nadine & Jeff are so excited to share their beautiful spot in the world with others to enjoy.

TESTIMONIALS

“ Most memorable stay ever. ”

Richard Chen-Yang- 2025-05-22

17 / 17

“ This is the most amazing place. Built so well and everything was laid out to perfection. Would definitely recommend. ”

Andrew Stanton- 2026-03-27

1 / 17

“ Amazing place to stay and relax. Very clean and well thought out. Just perfect. ”

Anita Wolfgram- 2026-02-28

2 / 17

“ Venus was a lovely place to stay, romantic and beautiful!! Would recommend the place to everyone. ”

Lauren Napper- 2026-01-10

3 / 17

“ This was an amazing getaway. It was extremely relaxing, peaceful, and picturesque. ”

Deborah White- 2026-01-03

4 / 17

“ Tranquil oasis. ”

Kim Keast- 2025-11-13

5 / 17

“ Absolutely beautiful setting. Every detail of Venus shows love, care and thought. The absolutely perfect way to unwind and reset. ”

Rebecca Remington- 2025-11-11

6 / 17

“ The view and amenities at Venus are outstanding. One of the best places I’ve ever stayed. I definitely wish we had more time here and would certainly stay here again if I come back someday. ”

Mackenzie Wick- 2025-11-02

7 / 17

“ Venus property had a beautiful and serene setting that my wife and I really enjoyed. We were woken up by cows one morning but did not mind it, as it sounded better than Auckland traffic. The facilities were fantastic, and we could not have asked for a better location. Fully recommend it for all who seek quality rest and relaxation time. ”

Jeremy Wee- 2025-10-30

8 / 17

“ We loved our stay at Venus. It was a magical setting and perfect to enjoy a relaxing night away. The night sky from the dome was incredible. ”

Laura Morgan- 2025-10-18

9 / 17

“ Had a lovely stay at Luna. The setting, facilities and attention to detail were outstanding. A beautiful place to relax and unwind. ”

James French- 2025-09-30

10 / 17

“ For anyone wanting a romantic getaway, Venus is the place to go. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time here. Every detail about the place is absolutely stunning, and the facilities do not disappoint. The host was so accommodating and kind. We will definitely be coming back to stay again in the future. ”

Liahn Herewini- 2025-09-26

11 / 17

“ We will definitely come back. We had the most stress-free time at Venus and the host is very kind. It feels like we are in a different country, very peaceful and the most relaxing place to be. ”

Sheila Nicolau- 2025-09-19

12 / 17

“ We had such a wonderful stay at Venus. The site felt brand new, everything was spotless and beautifully presented. It was the perfect mix of comfort and nature, peaceful and relaxing. The hosts were fantastic, making everything easy from start to finish, and it was only a short 15-minute drive into Raglan for coffee and supplies. A perfect little escape, highly recommend. ”

Vicky Smith- 2025-09-15

13 / 17

“ Awesome night away. Very peaceful setting with great country views. The sauna was awesome and all the little touches with the lighting and design made it a memorable stay. ”

stephen spain- 2025-08-19

14 / 17

“ Thank you for beautifully capturing Venus through your website. What was advertised was exactly what we got, and that makes the whole experience even better. The fact that we had clear blue skies and sunshine, well, that was the cherry on top. ”

Warren Jordaan- 2025-07-29

15 / 17

“ We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Venus. The dome was so cool, along with awesome outdoor facilities. It was nice to get away for a couple of nights to enjoy a slower pace. ”

Sebastian Meneses- 2025-07-04

16 / 17

“ Most memorable stay ever. ”

Richard Chen-Yang- 2025-05-22

17 / 17

“ This is the most amazing place. Built so well and everything was laid out to perfection. Would definitely recommend. ”

Andrew Stanton- 2026-03-27

1 / 17

Scenic coastal landscape viewed through a golden tent opening, showing lush green hillside with forest line meeting turquoise ocean waters under clear blue sky

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