Title: Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107613505&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge Experience unforgettable sunsets and panoramic sea views from your deck overlooking a serene lake. ## Photo gallery for Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge ![Interior - Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge (Waverley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107620000/107613600/107613505/c04c8321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge (Waverley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107620000/107613600/107613505/e58bf9a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge (Waverley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107620000/107613600/107613505/bdee07d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge (Waverley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107620000/107613600/107613505/bc56d18c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge (Waverley)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107620000/107613600/107613505/63374098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape to Waipipi Beach, a private haven nestled on South Taranaki's magical black sandy shores. With modern yet cozy interiors, stroll along the blacksands of your private beach or take a leisurely swim in the serene lake with its jetty for kayaking and fishing adventures. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Kitchen ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=107613505&PinnedHotelID=107613505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=107613505&PinnedHotelID=107613505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=107613505&PinnedHotelID=107613505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=107613505&PinnedHotelID=107613505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=107613505&PinnedHotelID=107613505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=107613505&PinnedHotelID=107613505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=107613505&PinnedHotelID=107613505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=107613505&PinnedHotelID=107613505&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Waverley travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Waverley.dx553248635926198186) [View more Lodges in Waverley](https://www.expedia.ca/Waverley-Lodges.d553248635926198186-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-39.82588,174.61435&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:rr%60rFujwh%60%40%3FU%3FQ%40S%3FU%40Q%40U%3FUBQ%40S%40U%40QBUBQBUBQBUBQBUDQBQDQDUDQDQDQFQDQFSDQFQFQHOFQFMHQFOHQFOHOHQJOHMHOHKJMHOJOJKJKJOJKJKJKJKLKJKLKLIJKLILGLKLILGLILELINGLELELINELENELENCNELANENCNALCNAN%3FLCNCN%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%3FNBNBN%3FL%40NBN%40NBLDN%40LDNBNDLDNDLDLHNDLDLFLHNDLHLFLHLFJJLHLJLHJJLJJJJJJJLJJJJLHLJJJNJNHLJJHNHLHNHPHNHNFPHNFLHPFPFNFPFPDPFRFPDPFPDPDPBTDPDPBPDTBPBTBPBTBP%40T%40PBT%40R%40P%40T%40T%3FP%40T%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FT%3FP%3FTAR%3FPATATAPATCRAPATCPCTCPCTCPETCPEPEPCTEPEPGPEPGPGREPGPGPGNGPIPGLINGRILINIPINILINKJINKLKNKJINKJKJMJKJKJKJMJKJMHMJMHKJMFMHMFMHODMHMFMDODMHMDODMDODOBMDO%40MDOBO%40OBM%40O%3FOBOBO%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCMCO%3FOAMCOAOCOEMAOEOCMEOEMEOEMIMEMEOGMIMEMIMGMIMKMGMIKKMIMKKKMKKKKKKKKKKOKKKKKOIMKOIKIOIMKOIQIOGMISGOIOGOGQIOGQGQEQGSEQGQEQEQEQEUEQCQEQCUCQCUCQCUCQCUAQASAUCQ%3FUAUAQ%3FSAU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cBXjPMaVMqkprbIsFRfWkojJFNc=) Waverley, Taranaki ### What's nearby - Waverley Beach 2 min drive \- 2.5 km - Mowhanau Beach 42 min drive \- 53.2 km - Bushy Park Homestead & Forest 45 min drive \- 56.0 km - Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum 51 min drive \- 65.5 km - Castlecliff Beach 52 min drive \- 69.6 km ### Getting around - Whanganui (WAG) 59 min drive ### Restaurants - Main Street Cafe 11 min drive - Clarendon Hotel 11 min drive - Keinzley Brewery 11 min drive - Obsess 11 min drive - The Big Sun 11 min drive ## About this property ### Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge Property highlights Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. Other perks at this lodge include: - Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge have comforts such as fireplaces, as well as amenities like internet access. More amenities include: - 2 bathrooms with showers and tubs or showers - Decks/patios, kitchens, and refrigerators ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89790000/89782800/89782740/w1150h1536x0y0-12b3fe9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront stunning modern sunny split level home. Outside hot bath. 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Barbecue grill ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### More - Dryer - Fireplace - Heating - Iron/ironing board ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys 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 Safety features at this property include a smoke detector 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 ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge? ### Where is Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Luxury Absolute Ocean View Lodge 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 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Viv C. Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise! A real gem of a place. Beautiful house with great amenities located on a stunning beach. Highly recommend. ##### Viv C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### K R. Jan 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### New place at the beach House was clean and new. We enjoyed relaxing on the large deck with excellent ocean views, and walks on the black sand beaches. ##### K R. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett D. Jan 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanks for a great stay. Nice, tidy, well presented new bach in a small, private community. Well suited for active families who want to enjoy the pond and surroundings with other members of the community. ##### Brett D. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Levi E. Feb 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Immaculate Finally, a place that is what it says it is! Beautiful home :) thank you for the stay! ##### Levi E. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott P. Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The view was so lovely ! very quiet relaxing place to stay, and just wonderful to have linen provided. Truly was so tidy and clean when we got there ! Managed to get out and explore the Caves further down at Waverly Beach (just turn right out gate) and drive 2 mins - but you must wait until the tide goes out to explore. Beautiful beach you feel like your at the end of the world. ##### Scott P. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pam B. May 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Pam B. 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