Title: Home by the Beach with sensational view! Pet-friendly. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Home by the Beach with sensational view! Pet-friendly. Vacation home in Mokihinui with kitchen and balcony ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34668100/34668006/6ab34837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34668100/34668006/b2fdd23c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34668100/34668006/e8f1b7ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34668100/34668006/df7f6dba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34668100/34668006/c3354eab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled among the native virgin forest, The Rimu House offers a serene retreat with its fully equipped kitchen and open-plan living room that opens out onto a large deck. Unwind by the wood-burning fireplace or take in the spectacular views of Tasman Sea, where you can often spot Hector dolphins playing in the waves. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11180 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Home by the Beach with sensational view! Pet-friendly. The Rimu House, named after the beautiful wood it is made of, is a very comfortable home with a view. A fully equipped kitchen, and open plan style living room opens out onto a large deck putting you amongst the surrounding native virgin forest and offers spectacular views of the Tasman Sea, which is a stones throw away. A perfect spot to watch the local Hector dolphins which are often seen playing in the waves. A wood-burning fireplace provides warmth and ambience. Our one-thousand acre property is set in surroundings where Aotearoa is as it used to belush, unspoiled and natural. A slice of paradise. Gentle Annie is an ideal place to get off the beaten track to experience New Zealand's untamed wilderness and truly appreciate the South Island\\u2019s West Coast. Bounded by the Tasman Sea, the mighty Mokihinui River and beautiful ancient bush, our seaside accommodation is a peaceful place to relax and enjoy time away from the busy life and provides a great base to explore our stunning region. Centrally located in the Northern West Coast, Gentle Annie is near places of interest where day trips will get you north to the magnificent Oparara Limestone Arches, the Kahurangi National Park, the Heaphy Track and south to the Chasm Creek and Charming Creek Walkways, Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, the Denniston Plateau and the Cape Foulwind Seal Colony. We are on the doorstep of the new Old Ghost Road mountain-biking track in Seddonville! In any season, enjoy time at Gentle Annie. It will nourish your soul and awaken your senses. Special conditions: Linen is available for hire at $20 per bed per stay - please request when booking ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 3 pets total (up to 132 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Outside only ### 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) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 180 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34662900/34662863/dcfaf274.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ideal for families and larger groups, sleeping up to 27. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Gentle Annie's Spectacular Rimu House Home by the Beach With Sensational View! Pet friendly 502383\_S-10185023835430 ## About the area Mokihinui is home to this vacation home. Denniston Experience is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Charming Creek Walkway and Karamea Estuary Walk. [Visit our Mokihinui travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mokihinui.dx553248635929333145) [View more Vacation homes in Mokihinui](https://www.expedia.ca/Mokihinui-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248635929333145-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-41.51157%2C171.94519&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=e9eoCnesqPf8qSDgz2NaXRovDig=) Westport, West Coast ### What's nearby - Charming Creek Walkway - 19 min drive - 15.7 km - Denniston Experience - 48 min drive - 40.1 km - Solid Energy Centre - 54 min drive - 53.9 km - Miner's Brewery - 56 min drive - 55.4 km - NBS Theatre - 56 min drive - 55.4 km ### Getting around - Westport (WSZ) - 59 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Seddonville Hotel - ‬15 min drive - ‪Cowshed Cafe - ‬18 min walk - ‪Mokihinui Pub’n Grab - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Home by the Beach with sensational view! Pet-friendly. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 132 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Home by the Beach with sensational view! Pet-friendly.? > As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Home by the Beach with sensational view! Pet-friendly. on Nov 11, 2025 start from CA $198.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Mokihinui-Hotels-Home-By-The-Beach-With-Sensational-View-Pet-Friendly.h34668006.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Home by the Beach with sensational view! Pet-friendly.? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Home by the Beach with sensational view! Pet-friendly.? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Home by the Beach with sensational view! Pet-friendly. located? > Situated in Mokihinui, this vacation home is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from Charming Creek Walkway and within 32 mi (52 km) of Denniston Experience and Solid Energy Centre. Miner's Brewery and NBS Theatre are also within 32 mi (52 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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