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Wave Watchers Retreat located in Punakaiki Village on a private beachfront site

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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9.6

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2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Kitchen
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  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Washer
    WasherWasher

Explore the area

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Punakaiki, West Coast
  • Popular LocationPunakaiki Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPancake Rocks9 min walk
  • Popular LocationPunakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes19 min walk
  • AirportHokitika (HKK)75 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Wave Watchers Retreat located in Punakaiki Village on a private beachfront site

Wave Watchers Retreat is located in Punakaiki Village on a private beachfront site in the Paparoa National Park.
It is a self-catering 2 bedroom/3 bathroom luxury beach cottage for one or two couples.
The cottage is surrounded by flowering gardens and outside decking with stunning coastal views.
The full kitchen has all the major appliances you’ll need for quick breakfasts or a special sit-down meal: oven, range, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator.
You’ll find plates, glasses, silverware, and more for setting the Rimu wood dining table. You’ll be able to do as much or as little in the kitchen as you’d like while on vacation. And if you want to have a cookout, there is a gas BBQ and outside table and chairs – just grab some steaks and a glass of wine and enjoy the ocean and sunset views!
A washer and dryer in the small laundry room eliminates worry about packing enough clean clothes. Laundry soap is provided.
A Home away from Home
A complimentary bottle of wine will be waiting for you when you arrive at the cottage. Complimentary wi-fi and cable Skytv are only a few of the amenities in this luxury accommodation. You will find lots of extras in the kitchen and bathrooms:
Kitchen: Ketchup, mustard, barbeque sauce, salad dressing, spices, coffee, sugar and milk (and coffee plunger). tea bags, hand soap, paper towels/napkins. Ziploc bags, garbage bags, aluminium foil and plastic wrap, dishwashing detergent.
Bathrooms (3): Hairdryers, soap, shampoo, conditioner &

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river

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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

Punakaiki

Located in Punakaiki, this vacation home is on a river. Mitchell’s Gully Gold Mine and Mitchells Gully Gold Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Paparoa National Park and Punakaiki Beach.

What's nearby

  • Punakaiki Beach - 1 min walk
  • Pororari River Track - 6 min walk
  • Pancake Rocks - 9 min walk
  • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 19 min walk
  • Truman Track - 2 min drive

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Rocks Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wild Coast Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Punakaiki Crafts & Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wild Coast Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wave Watchers Retreat located in Punakaiki Village on a private beachfront site pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wave Watchers Retreat located in Punakaiki Village on a private beachfront site?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wave Watchers Retreat located in Punakaiki Village on a private beachfront site?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Wave Watchers Retreat located in Punakaiki Village on a private beachfront site located?

Situated by the ocean, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Punakaiki Beach, Pororari River Track, and Pancake Rocks. Paparoa National Park and Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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