[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Huāki Punakaiki Bach Riverfront vacation home in Punakaiki with kitchen ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110660000/110657600/110657537/9f7c827b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110660000/110657600/110657537/f385762e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110660000/110657600/110657537/da2f45ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110660000/110657600/110657537/237ff127.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110660000/110657600/110657537/46ae0665.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Huāki Punakaiki Bach provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom754 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Mountain view ## 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. ### Huāki Punakaiki Bach Situated in a sheltered private section directly across the road from the breathtaking Pororari Lagoon, Huāki offers peace, rugged west coast magic, perfect for families who love nature and the outdoors with lots of space for the kids to run around. The crown jewel of our property is the truly stunning garden setting surrounded by ancient Nikau palms and giant Southern Rata, wildlife and native bush backing onto the Paparoa national park and mount Titohi. The Space Step into the enchanting world of Huāki, where the winds of history have left their mark on our 100-year-old rustic family Bach. Nestled in a coastal haven, our house wears its weathered façade like a badge of honour, a testament to the countless storms endured and tales told under its roof. Every window offers a picturesque garden view, retaining their original charm with single-glazed panes. While there's no central heating or air conditioning, fear not! We've placed an electric heater in every room to keep you warm on those chilly nights. Embrace the property's charm within our beautiful garden setting. And yes, along with the lush garden views come the occasional bug brigade—especially sandflies. They're just part of the West Coast ecosystem, so come prepared! As a bonus, we have access to glow worms in the bush right next to our property—a magical sight you won't want to miss. We're proud to share our space with families of Weka’s that have been living on our property for generations. In their honour, we uphold a strictly no dogs policy, ensuring their sanctuary remains undisturbed. Close access to the Pororari Lagoon, rugged beach, numerous walking, and biking tracks all await your exploration. A short 5-minute drive brings you to the Pancake Rocks, a geological wonder that never fails to captivate. Huāki is the perfect holiday destination for families and down-to-earth nature lovers set in one of the most magical spots in Punakaiki. So, if you're ready to trade modern amenities for a slice of coastal history, book your stay now. Guest access You will have private access to the entire house and Garage (only for storage not for parking vehicles). The sleep out is private for our family only and cannot be accessed, but will be vacant during your stay. Other things to note \- Things to note: \- No TV or Wi Fi (Trust us, you will not miss it) \- Reasonable mobile and data coverage \- Lock box self check in \- Kitchen, fridge freezer, microwave, oven and cooking facilities for home cooking \- The bathroom is slightly separated by a few steps from the main house by a small walkway from kitchen/dining room but is still built within the house. \- Professionally laundered Linen and towels etc provided per guest \- No wheelchair access \- Bug Repellent is a necessity as Sandflies can be bad in the mornings and evenings. \- The property is not fully fenced, young children will need adult supervision at all times. \- Please note the property runs adjacent to the main road but has a tree line between the property and the road. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 2 steps to reach entrance - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the sea - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 754 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33710500/33710488/982c5cb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous Character Bach Punakaiki - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 104 reviews CA $133 CA $179 total includes taxes & fees Oct 18 - Oct 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33710488&PinnedHotelID=33710488&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37913700/37913681/34b182ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Smukt hus ved siden af ​​Paparoa National Park Punakaiki - Hot tub - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 17 reviews CA $288 CA $330 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=37913681&PinnedHotelID=37913681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Double room with Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45910000/45901600/45901553/ee95e3e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Punakaiki Beach Camp Punakaiki - 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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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Punakaiki, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Mitchells Gully Gold Mine and Mitchell’s Gully Gold Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Paparoa National Park and Pororari River Track. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Punakaiki travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Punakaiki.dx6034172) [View more Vacation homes in Punakaiki](https://www.expedia.ca/Punakaiki-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6034172-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-42.104416,171.33907&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ns%7D_Getwt_%40%3FS%3FU%40U%3FU%40S%3FS%40S%40SBU%40U%40UBSBQBU%40UBQDUBSDQBUDQDUDQDQDUFQDQFQDSFSFOFQHQFQFQHOHQFOHQHOHMHQJOHOJMHOJKJOJMJKHOLKJKJKLKJMLKLKJGLKLILKJILGNILGLGLGNILELENGLENGLCNCLENCNELANCNANCNCLAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40NBNBN%40NBL%40NDNBLDNBNBLFLDNFLDNDLHLDLHNFLHLFJHLJLHLJLFJJLJJLLJJJJJLJHNJJJLJNJJHNJLHNJNHLHPHNHPHNFPHNFPFPHPFLFRFPDTFPFPDPDPDTDPDTDPBTDPBRDTBPBT%40TBPBR%40TBT%40T%40R%40R%3FR%40R%40T%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FRATAT%3FTAPARATCTATCRCRARCRCRERCTEPCTEPETEPEREREPGPGPETGPGPGNIPGPGPINGPINIPINIPINKLINKLINKJKNKLKJINMJKJKJMLKHMLKJMFMJMHMJKHMFMHOFMHMDMHODMDOFMDMDOFO%40MDO%40OFM%40OBO%40OBO%40MBO%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FMCOAOCOAOCMAOGOAMEOAMGOEMEOGMEMEOIMIMEMGOIMGKIMKMIMKKGMKMMKIMMKKKKMKIOKKKMKOKKIOKMIOKMISIMIOIQGOIQIOGQGQIQGQGOGUEQGQEQGQEUEQEQEUEQCUEQCUESCSASCSCSCSAUAUCUASAQ%3FUAU%3FUAS%3FU%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HOQsanlJrnMrchTGALKU58zMQGE=) Punakaiki, West Coast ### What's nearby - Pororari River Track - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Punakaiki Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Pancake Rocks - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Paparoa National Park - 1 min drive - 2.2 km - Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 7 min drive - 2.6 km ### Getting around - Westport (WSZ) - 68 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Pancake Rocks Cafe - ‬2 min drive - ‪Jacobs - ‬3 min drive - ‪Punakaiki Tavern - ‬8 min walk - ‪Punakaiki Beach Hut - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bach Espresso - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Huāki Punakaiki Bach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Huāki Punakaiki Bach located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Pororari River Track and Punakaiki Beach. Truman Track and Pancake Rocks are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Huāki Punakaiki Bach Reviews 10 ### 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 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig K. Apr 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Punikaiki A most uplifting experience in a ##### Craig K. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia Jan 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication A charming beach cottage set in a natural garden that merges with the native bush. Charming if you enjoy a rustic return to the past with no TV and no Wifi. 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