About this cattery
Sentry Hill Cattery is a modern, purpose-built facility on Mountain Road, built in 2016 with sustainability in mind. Offering four accommodation types from private units to catio suites with Mt Taranaki views, the cattery features split-cycle air conditioning, DVS ventilation, solar power backup, and includes Royal Canin food, daily diary updates, and medication administration. Located 7-15km from New Plymouth, Bell Block and nearby towns.
Sentry Hill Cattery is a modern, purpose-built facility offering resort-style cat boarding in rural Taranaki, built in 2016 with sustainability in mind.
Resort Facilities
- Built 2016: Modern purpose-built cattery
- Climate Control: Split-cycle air conditioning for heating and cooling
- DVS Ventilation: Fresh air system throughout
- Solar Power: Battery-stored solar electricity for backup
- Mt Taranaki Views: Rural outlook from balcony units
Accommodation Types
Private Units
- Garden view rooms for 1-2+ family members
- Balcony access with Mt Taranaki views
- Interconnecting spaces for larger families
Apartments
- Three-compartment (bedroom, dining, bathroom)
- Designed for geriatric or special needs cats
- Extra monitoring and quiet indoor space
Semi-Communal
- Individual night cubicles with shared common room
- Secure outdoor patio access
- Boutique experience capped at 9 guests
- Can be booked as private family suite (5-9 cats)
Catio Suites
- Six new private units
- Double glazing and split-cycle A/C
- Ranch sliders and floor-to-ceiling outdoor decks
What's Included
- Royal Canin biscuits, canned/sachet food, treats
- Bedding, litter trays, toys, cat towers, scratch posts
- Heat pads for elderly cats
- Medication administration
- Maintenance grooming
- Daily diary updates with optional photos
Pricing
- 1 cat: $24/day
- 2 cats: $40/day
- 3 cats: $52/day
- 4 cats: $62/day
- 5 cats: $70/day
- 5%+ discount after 28 days
Requirements
- Vaccinations: Tricat Trio or Felocell 3 (at least 14 days before)
- Desexed if over 6 months
- Flea/worm treatment 1-2 weeks prior
- Kittens from 4 months accepted
Opening Hours
- Mon-Fri: 8:30-9:30am & 4:30-5:30pm
- Saturday: 8:30-9:30am only
- Sunday: 4:30-5:30pm only
Location
- 318 Mountain Road, State Highway 3A, Sentry Hill, Taranaki 4373
- 7-15km from New Plymouth, Bell Block and nearby towns
- Phone: 06 752 0420
- Mobile: 027 350 6090
- Email: info@sentryhillcattery.co.nz
Location
Lepperton, New Plymouth
Amenities
Accommodation
Multi room
Premium meals available
BYO meals available
Services
Purpose Built 2016
Split-Cycle A/C
Heated
Royal Canin Food
Medication Administration
Daily Updates
Photo Updates
Grooming
Pick-up/Delivery
Solar Power Backup
Policies
Check-in / Check-out
Mon-Fri 8:30-9:30am & 4:30-5:30pm, Sat 8:30-9:30am, Sun 4:30-5:30pm
By appointment
Cancellation
No cancellation fees except for no-shows. Christmas/New Year deposits (Dec 24-Jan 5) non-refundable after December 1.
Requirements
Vaccinations required (annual for semi-communal). Desexed if over 6 months. Flea/worm treatment 1-2 weeks prior.
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What accommodation types do you offer?
We have four types: Private Units (garden view, balcony access), Apartments (3-compartment for geriatric/special needs), Semi-Communal (individual night cubicles, shared common room, max 9 guests), and Catio Suites (new private units with double glazing, A/C, floor-to-ceiling outdoor decks).
What's included in the price?
Royal Canin biscuits, canned/sachet food, treats, bedding, litter trays, toys, cat towers, scratch posts, filtered water, heat pads for elderly cats, split-cycle air conditioning, medication administration, maintenance grooming, and daily diary updates with optional photos.
What vaccinations are required?
Tricat Trio or Felocell 3 covering FHV, FCV, and FPLV. Annual vaccination required for semi-communal; annual to 3-yearly for private units per vet recommendation. Booster must be at least 14 days before boarding.
Do you accept kittens?
Yes, kittens from 4 months are accepted for boarding.
What is the EXPRESS service?
Handover in carry crate at reception without entering the unit. Available 30 minutes either side of normal hours at no extra charge.
Do you offer pick-up and drop-off?
Yes, pick-up and drop-off is available at $1 per kilometre (return trip).
What payment methods do you accept?
EFTPOS, cash, and bank deposit. Payment is due at check-in with extras settled by check-out.
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