Title: Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach - 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 # Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach Vacation home in Totara Flat with fireplace ## Photo gallery for Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach ![Exterior - Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach (Lake Brunner)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990100/37990017/34baa148.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom - Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach (Lake Brunner)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990100/37990017/6f2870e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Unclassified image, 3 of 10, button - Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach (Lake Brunner)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990100/37990017/258de66e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach (Lake Brunner)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990100/37990017/b3b1b04c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach (Lake Brunner)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37990100/37990017/7d418fcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Immerse yourself in New Zealand's native bush at Safety Camp Creek bach, where a tranquil atmosphere and abundant bird life await. Take leisurely walks along the bush roads, surrounded by lush flora and fauna. Connect with nature without distractions of electricity or cell phone reception. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Fireplace ## 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. ### Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach Nestled amongst native beech forest, under the Southern Alps, beside the mighty Ahaura River sits the Safety Camp Creek bach; A unique bush hut with adequate conveniences for a relaxed New Zealand native bush experience. Situated 30Km from the Ahaura township with a stunning bush road drive. With abundant bird life and flora, bush road walks abound this little piece of paradise. There is no electricity, fridge or cell phone reception at the bach, though reception can be obtained up the road. A cord is supplied for lights inside the bach to connect to a car battery Due to bad experiences, only well behaved dogs allowed. This is an area where we encourage native wildlife. NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels); ## Property amenities ### Food and drink - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, black sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/c13ab294.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scenic Hotel Punakaiki Punakaiki - Parking included - 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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 Property Registration Number 772830 ### Property is also known as Quiet Secluded Iconic Bush Bach Quiet, Secluded, Iconic Bush Bach Totara Flat Quiet, Secluded, Iconic Bush Bach Private vacation home ## About the area Totara Flat is home to this vacation home. While the natural beauty of Lake Whitestone and Lake Swan can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Lake Brunner Golf Course. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Quiet, secluded, iconic bush bach Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 34 8 - Good 14 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### john n. Jan 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### ecellent old time bach , excellent location ##### john n. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda G. Jan 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely little cabin Perfect cozy cabin to spend two rainy days reading by the fire. LOVED the hot water heated up by the fire. What a little dream. Thanks Brent! ##### Amanda G. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corey P. Apr 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Little Bush Bach A well aged puzzle piece bach, in NZ forest, tucked down a dead end road. Surprising amount of traffic on the road during our stay. Neighbours were quite noisy also but the bach had everything we needed. Hot water for a shower was a bonus. The old Shacklock range is prone to smoking out the bach but I think we figured it out after a few days. Reliable cell service is back at the Orwell Creek Road turnoff, for those wondering. For a last minute booking, it worked out well and appreciate the good communication from Brent. Review by ‘All Others’. ##### Corey P. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa S. Jan 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful location! Absolutely loved our stay here! So much beautiful scenery and a wonderful off grid location, our dog loved it too! Host was very friendly, we will definitely be back! ##### Vanessa S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe G. Jan 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### awesome awesome will go again ##### Zoe G. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashlee E. May 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden gem This was the cutest little property in such an amazing spot we LOVED it! Couldn't recommend this place enough and even better with having no power or cell service for a break from today's world. We didn't want to leave. ##### Ashlee E. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire F. Mar 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful oasis Lovely stay! Truly enjoy the simplicities of life. Brent was a super host. Just be sure to get instructions prior to arrival if you are arriving in the dark. We will be back ##### Claire F. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy S. Apr 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Iconic bach It was a great weekend away with family getting back to the pleasures of no tv and cell phones. Fun times playing board games and just relaxing. We all loved it A+ ##### Wendy S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron R. Jan 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place in the bush We really enjoyed our stay at the hut which is surrounded by native bush and next to a good sized stream. There was plenty of bird life, incuding regular visits by a couple of South Island robins and a big wood pigeon. Bell birds and Tuis often rang out nearby. Brent was a great host, friendly and accommodating. We were sad to leave, would absolutely stay again. ##### Aaron R. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan B. Dec 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Classic Kiwi bach experience Classic Kiwi bach experience ##### Jonathan B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Grant B. Apr 22, 2019 #### back to basics basic needs met in this hut, flushing toilet and hot shower, great for after a day "armed hiking" as I like to call it. grea fishing close by. Cranky stove smoked me out a couple of times, great owner who popped by to say hi. cheers for the stay brent! Grant ##### Grant B. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda May 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We were arriving late and Brent had the fire going and was toasty warm, the surrounding bush and creek, magnificent scenery, a really relaxing spot and very comfortable hut to stay in ##### Linda Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gregory R. Apr 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A gold nugget of a bach Really enjoyed our lovely restful holiday. Thanks Brent ##### Gregory R. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Sandheep A. Jun 11, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Very good ##### Sandheep A. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Kelly S. May 13, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Something different Great experience to have with teenage kids. You get to do the simple things like cook on a fire. No cellphones which was wonderful as we got to talk! ##### Kelly S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shane B. Apr 16, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great break Had a fantastic time getting away from it all great spot cheers Brent ##### Shane B. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mrs Kate K. Apr 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Didn't want to go home! Thanks again for having us Brent. Best way to relax and unwind. We will be back. ##### Mrs Kate K. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brendan M. Mar 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ahaura Great stay ##### Brendan M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophia J. Jan 15, 2021 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Remote Getaway We had an amazing time in this little hut in the woods. The surrounding area is so beautiful, with the path down to the creek, tons of mossy forest and the Ahaura river. Having no power and reception makes it super unique. Brent was an awesome, friendly, helpful host too! ##### Sophia J. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Meredith R. Jan 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Bush experience A little bach tucked away in the forest. We had a delightful few days cooking on the woodfire stove and listening to the rushing stream near by. Would highly recommend bringing a mosquito net because sleeping was tough. Even though there are screens on the windows, mosquitos found their way in during the night. ##### Meredith R. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah Y. Jan 6, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful secluded getaway Loved my time here in this place - super quiet and secluded, beautiful creek behind the hut, cozy and clean place to stay, surrounded by bush! Will definitely come again ##### Sarah Y. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ainsley S. Nov 22, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Special and serene Deep in beautiful bush by a rushing creek. ##### Ainsley S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick L. Jul 26, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Genuine Kiwi bush getaway This place is a real rough diamond in the bush, with basically everything you need and nothing you don't. The hot shower is luxury in the depths of winter, the shacklock is the perfect mix of practicality and novelty for young folk and the setting in true native bush with a creek out back is pure Kiwi magic. ##### Nick L. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mrs Kate K. Jul 14, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best kept secret on the Coast We will be back. ##### Mrs Kate K. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hugh M. Jul 7, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Off the grid in the West Coast Really glad I got to experience this isolated bach for a full week. Brent was a great host. Place is full of character - vintage Shamlock stove, with plenty of firewood and butane burner for the mornings. Creek right behind can sit on the rocks and enjoy a hot drink as the day comes alive then walk through the bush and up or down the Ahaura River, or there's also a longer bush walk up the hill behind the bach. Creek noise provides a constant ambience, which I found super nice to sleep, and usually heard and/or saw a few birds in the mornings too. Probably only counted 5 or 6 cars going past in my whole 8 days there. Discovered by accident you can get 1 bar on Spark down the road near the top of the airstrip, in case you really need it. Would be defeating the point though! Super peaceful place. ##### Hugh M.