Title: Pounawea Waterfront House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6196349&destination=Owaka%2C+Otago%2C+New+Zealand&selected=29765074&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pounawea Waterfront House ## Photo gallery for Pounawea Waterfront House ![View from property - Pounawea Waterfront House (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765074/87d30667.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Pounawea Waterfront House (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765074/64676df8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View | Living area - Pounawea Waterfront House (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765074/127ef3db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View | Living room - Pounawea Waterfront House (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765074/385fb2a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House, 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ocean View - Pounawea Waterfront House (Owaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29770000/29765100/29765074/8b82d321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Pounawea Waterfront House provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry ## 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. ### Pounawea Waterfront House Dry cleaning, a picnic area, and free self parking are available at this smoke-free vacation home. WiFi in public areas is free. The vacation home boasts a deep soaking tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a dining area and a sitting area, and other amenities include a refrigerator and a stovetop. The private bathroom is not en suite and housekeeping is not available. Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer irons/ironing boards. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Free crib ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 detached private bathroom - Deep soaking bathtub - Separate bathtub and shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area - Separate sitting area ### Outdoor areas - Picnic area ### Laundry - Dry cleaning/laundry service ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - On a river ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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Check-in end time: 5 PM Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 20 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds 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 Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property WiFi is limited to 250 MB per guestroom, per day. A surcharge applies for additional usage. ### We should mention This property does not have elevators This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Pounawea Waterfront House Owaka Pounawea Waterfront Owaka Pounawea Waterfront House Owa Pounawea Waterfront House Owaka Pounawea Waterfront House Private vacation home Pounawea Waterfront House Private vacation home Owaka ## About the area Located in Owaka, this vacation home is on a river. Nugget Point Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Catlins Lake. [Visit our Owaka travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Owaka.dx6196349) [View more Vacation homes in Owaka](https://www.expedia.ca/Owaka-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6196349-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-46.47288%2C169.69650&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oyiXgq94NxcNCaw_Lg_AjeDQcAo=) 43 Park Lane, Pounawea, Owaka, 9585 ### What's nearby - ![Kaka Point Scenic Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635146369083/2a8fa28d-5a47-4f10-a503-f01d1d9d6c76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kaka Point Scenic Reserve 16 min drive \- 24.6 km - Teapot World 4 min drive \- 6.1 km - Catlins Lake 6 min drive \- 9.4 km - Willsher Bay Domain Reserve 14 min drive \- 22.4 km - Kaka Point Beach 15 min drive \- 23.9 km ### Restaurants - Catlins Cafe And Restaurant 4 min drive - Tahatika Coffee Traders 4 min drive - LumberJack 4 min drive - Kurumi Kitchen 4 min drive - Kūkū Coffee 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pounawea Waterfront House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Pounawea Waterfront House? ### What time is check-out at Pounawea Waterfront House? ### Where is Pounawea Waterfront House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pounawea Waterfront House Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### ANTHONY Nov 22, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great place for a family or two to relax and unwind. ##### ANTHONY Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### mb Jan 29, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities the house is spacious and well equipped. other units are visible from the windows. don't judge it by the outside - the inside is freshly pained and clean. ##### mb Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Dec 1, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019