Title: Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. - 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 # Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. Vacation home in Karamea with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. (Karamea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120860000/120857200/120857176/efc40480.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. 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(Karamea)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120860000/120857200/120857176/41acae78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. Granite Creek Eco Retreat is an eco-friendly, off-grid, self-sufficient home set between Kahurangi National Park and the Tasman Sea. Perched on a knoll at the edge of the park, it offers stunning views, abundant birdlife, spectacular stargazing, and breathtaking sunsets — all creating a powerful sense of peaceful isolation. The space I personally built this house recently with the future in mind. Designed to be passive and self-sufficient, it harnesses natural elements to maintain a steady temperature year-round and relies on the sun for heating, electricity, and hot water. When the weather cools, you can fire up the Rayburn wood burner for extra warmth, additional hot water, and the perfect slow-cooked casserole. A 50 m² deck with stunning views makes outdoor living a pleasure, and the fire bath offers a relaxing soak to end the day. The house is located near some of the best white-baiting spots in the country and less than 10 km from two boat ramps and multiple beach access points — ideal for fishers and surfers alike. Karamea township is 8 km to the north and offers great food options, including The Dutch Oven Bakery, Vinnies Cafe, The Village Hotel, and The Last Resort. You’ll also find a Four Square, a hardware store, and an information centre that sells fuel. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Oven - Paper towels - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - 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Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Located in Karamea, this vacation home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Karamea Estuary Walk and Karamea Beach. [Visit our Karamea travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Karamea.dx6196259) [View more Vacation homes in Karamea](https://www.expedia.ca/Karamea-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6196259-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-41.30251%2C172.11862&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DrfrqrHKUXdu5XtKDTcnwiWWJcY=) Karamea, West Coast ### What's nearby - ![Incredible view from Hawkes Lookout!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6112839/18091418-9376-47fc-8dc7-097ef5d3fc00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kahurangi National Park 29 min drive \- 17.3 km - Karamea Estuary Walk 19 min drive \- 13.6 km - Karamea Beach 22 min drive \- 15.1 km ### Getting around - Westport (WSZ) 100 min drive ### Restaurants - Vinnie's coffee in the yurt 13 min drive - Little Wanganui Hotel 16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.? ### What time is check-out at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.? ### Where is Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. 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 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carina C. Jan 8, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great stay, very well designed and comfortable.Plenty of space for kids and private. Check in was easy and the host was great. ##### Carina C. 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