Title: Pukeko Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pukeko Retreat Vacation home in Kaikōura with kitchen and furnished patio ## Photo gallery for Pukeko Retreat ![House, 5 Bedrooms | Living area - Pukeko Retreat (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38690000/38687400/38687388/e4c72ec5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House, 5 Bedrooms | Private kitchen - Pukeko Retreat (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38690000/38687400/38687388/61b5a991.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, 5 Bedrooms | Mountain view - Pukeko Retreat (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38690000/38687400/38687388/243fc2a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, 5 Bedrooms | Private kitchen - Pukeko Retreat (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38690000/38687400/38687388/e8e87df5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, 5 Bedrooms | Living area - Pukeko Retreat (Kaikoura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38690000/38687400/38687388/694ecf83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and an outdoor entertainment area at Pukeko Retreat. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pukeko Retreat Vacation home in Kaikōura with kitchen and furnished patio Along with a garden, this smoke-free vacation home has barbecue grills and free self parking. The vacation home has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a furnished patio. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to furnished patios. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Furnished patio - Garden - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: NZD 250 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is professionally cleaned ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Pukeko Retreat Kaikoura Pukeko Retreat Private vacation home Pukeko Retreat Private vacation home Kaikoura ## About the area Kaikōura is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaikoura Beach and Peninsula Walkway, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. [Visit our Kaikōura travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura.dx6048104) [View more Vacation homes in Kaikōura](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6048104-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.40761%2C173.67410&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gQkEHSX_rvLrzsDfaGRoa5j4u3s=) 9 Pukeko Place, Kaikoura, 7300 ### What's nearby - Kaikoura Museum \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Kaikoura Beach \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Kaikoura District Museum \- 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - Peninsula Walkway \- 5 min drive \- 3.6 km - Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park \- 12 min drive \- 13.3 km ### Getting around - Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 111 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Whaler - ‬16 min walk - ‪Why Not Cafe - ‬16 min walk - ‪Kaikoura Seafood BBQ - ‬7 min drive - ‪King Tide Eatery - ‬14 min walk - ‪Cafe Encounter - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pukeko Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Pukeko Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Pukeko Retreat? ### Where is Pukeko Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pukeko Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Awesome house. We felt homely. House was neat and tidy. 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