Little House at the Horseshoe

Little House at the Horseshoe Enjoy private access to the Tuki Tuki river and a world renowned fishing spot. The Little House is owned and managed by your hosts, Aaron & Fiona Hosford.

Set in historic farmland with magnificent views, the Little House invites you to shake off the shackles of a busy life and unwind in Hawke's Bay's idyllic Tuki Tuki Valley. The property is named after the world famous fishing spot “Horseshoe Bend” in the Tuki Tuki River, which runs through the surrounding farmland. Fiona’s family have farmed this land since the 1800s and she and Aaron moved back h

ere with their two daughters in 2021. They soon felt that their magical spot was too good not to share, and the idea for the Little House germinated. Just before Cyclone Gabrielle, Fiona found the perfect shepherd’s cottage for sale online. It was in ruins, but Fiona could see the potential and Aaron was soon persuaded. Undaunted by the task ahead, they relocated The Little House to this spot in mid 2023. The following twelve months were spent in a labour of love, nurturing her back to life with the help of a hugely talented team of local craftspeople and tradies. Locally sourced, recycled and environmentally friendly materials have been used wherever possible, and many of the decorative items are heirlooms from Fiona’s family. The limestone finish on the walls is the very same material as the rocks you see on the cliff-faces above!

Springtime at The Horseshoe, and Fergus is not at all sure what to make of the latest additions to the family.
10/08/2025

Springtime at The Horseshoe, and Fergus is not at all sure what to make of the latest additions to the family.

20/06/2025

✨ Mānawatia a Matariki ✨

Wishing all our community a peaceful and joyful Matariki weekend as we remember those we have lost, celebrate the present, and look forward to the promise of a new year.

Image: view to Mt Erin from Te Mata Peak by Craig Ford Photography, used with thanks.

This breath-taking property is just down the road from us. It's truly a stunner.
14/03/2025

This breath-taking property is just down the road from us. It's truly a stunner.

“It’s actually quite heartbreaking selling this house.” VIA OneRoof

Dahlias or chrysanthemums? I forget! Whatever their name is, they are just perfect. Thanks to my big bro for letting me...
11/02/2025

Dahlias or chrysanthemums? I forget! Whatever their name is, they are just perfect. Thanks to my big bro for letting me pick them from his garden.

Definitely a day for the brolly today!
06/02/2025

Definitely a day for the brolly today!

I realised that we haven't introduced ourselves to all of you yet, so allow me: We are your hosts, Aaron Hosford, graphi...
29/01/2025

I realised that we haven't introduced ourselves to all of you yet, so allow me: We are your hosts, Aaron Hosford, graphic designer at and me, Fiona Hosford, importer and wholesaler at , and occasional freelance interior stylist. We live just over the driveway from The Little House, and are always delighted to meet our guests -or leave them entirely to their own devices if preferred.
Preparing for visitors is always so much fun, a bit like playing dolls-houses on a real-life scale which was always a favourite pass-time when I was little.

Thanks to Booking.com for the acknowledgement, and of course to all the wonderful guests who loved their stays enough to...
27/01/2025

Thanks to Booking.com for the acknowledgement, and of course to all the wonderful guests who loved their stays enough to give us a perfect score!

22/01/2025
Happy Happy New Year lovely people!It is incredibly gratifying to look back on the year that was and see how our Little ...
01/01/2025

Happy Happy New Year lovely people!
It is incredibly gratifying to look back on the year that was and see how our Little House has come to life. Transformed from what one old friend described as an "absolute doghouse" to what a recent guest called "total perfection", we have absolutely loved turning this tiny ruin into something exquisite, and sharing it with wonderful guests from near and far.
To those who have stayed, thank you for choosing the Little House and for the lovely things you have said about your stays.
To those who haven't been yet, we would love to welcome you soon!
Here's to a wonderful 2025! 🍾🥂

We love Christmas at The little House, but we know that sometimes the silly season can just make you want to run away an...
24/11/2024

We love Christmas at The little House, but we know that sometimes the silly season can just make you want to run away and hide. We've made that possible by opening up the calendar for the Christmas holiday break. The perfect place to come and escape from it all!

Does this look like your perfect Summer's day?Little House bookings have started rolling in now, (YAY!) but you can stil...
13/11/2024

Does this look like your perfect Summer's day?
Little House bookings have started rolling in now, (YAY!) but you can still take advantage of our "new listing discount" if you get in super quick! Link in comments below...

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Tuki Tuki Valley
Havelock North
4294

Telephone

+6421328311

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