Title: Pohutukawa Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110261219&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pohutukawa Retreat Vacation home in Opunake ## Photo gallery for Pohutukawa Retreat ![Beach - Pohutukawa Retreat (Opunake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110270000/110261300/110261219/2debd85a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - Pohutukawa Retreat (Opunake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110270000/110261300/110261219/34007a56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Pohutukawa Retreat (Opunake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110270000/110261300/110261219/1eb66643.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Pohutukawa Retreat (Opunake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110270000/110261300/110261219/4e72d989.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Pohutukawa Retreat (Opunake)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110270000/110261300/110261219/4254cda6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Middleton Bay is a stone's throw away from this cozy holiday home, where you can unwind in serene surroundings. Stroll along the ocean at any time of day, enjoy swimming or fishing, and explore nearby Opunake Loop Track walkway and Opunake Beach. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer ## 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. ### Pohutukawa Retreat Welcome to your perfect beach getaway! Our cozy holiday home offers a serene and relaxing escape. Step outside and you'll hear the ocean, mere metres away at Middleton bay - Great for strolls at all times of the day, swimming and fishing for the surfcasters. The Opunake Loop Track walkway, Opunake Beach and the Event Centre are close by too. Whether you are here for work, sport or play or simply to relax by the sea, this is the ideal spot to unwind. We look forward to making your stay magical! ## Property amenities ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![3 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121830000/121826700/121826622/9302e97f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Our family bach at ōpunakē, pets and big whānau welcome Ōpunake - Pet friendly - Laundry [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=121826622&PinnedHotelID=121826622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122970000/122967500/122967463/4370b556.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Secret Garden Hideaway Ōpunake - 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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 ## About the area Opunake is home to this vacation home. Cliff Top Garden Opunake Walkway and Opunake Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hollard Gardens and Pukeiti Garden. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pohutukawa 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erron J. Oct 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was great to stay in Opunake again. Love it there, the property was located near everything Opunake has to offer and the houae was nice and warm ##### Erron J. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### noeline n. Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### awesome Home for Xmas on the Coast with Whanau and everyone was impressed,didnt want for anything.well presented and everything we needed.Thank you. ##### noeline n. 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