8/10 Good
George H.
Oct 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
George H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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The Pink Pipi Karitane
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Karitane, Dunedin Area
- University of Otago27 min drive
- The Octagon29 min drive
- Larnach Castle51 min drive
- Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 2
1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Twin Bed
Master
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
The Pink Pipi Karitane
Historic 110 year old house right on the estuary. Formerly the home of the fishing station manager, servicing Sea Cliff asylum with seafood.
Right on the river's edge at Karitane. You couldn't get any closer to the water.
The estuary provides a safe tidal swimming area for you and your family. Bring your fishing rods and come and play. We have kayaks for you to use. At low tide, enjoy hunting for crabs with the kids or dig for cockles for your dinner. You might see Harold, the resident sea lion in Karitane Harbor.
Put your feet up with a book and a cold drink on the deck while your BBQ lunch is cooking.
Fancy a short walk to Karitane Beach? Enjoy swimming or surfing at the beach. Ride your push bike along Karitane beach at low tide to the rock pools at the southern end. Walk to the blow holes at the northern end of the beach.
The local shop is only a brief walk and stocks all of your essentials.
Karitane is only 35km north from Dunedin.
Special conditions:
Outside dogs allowed with prior approval.
New kitchen, new bathroom.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$80.00 per stay up to 6 people, 7- 10 people cleaning $120); Linen and bathroom towels included
Right on the river's edge at Karitane. You couldn't get any closer to the water.
The estuary provides a safe tidal swimming area for you and your family. Bring your fishing rods and come and play. We have kayaks for you to use. At low tide, enjoy hunting for crabs with the kids or dig for cockles for your dinner. You might see Harold, the resident sea lion in Karitane Harbor.
Put your feet up with a book and a cold drink on the deck while your BBQ lunch is cooking.
Fancy a short walk to Karitane Beach? Enjoy swimming or surfing at the beach. Ride your push bike along Karitane beach at low tide to the rock pools at the southern end. Walk to the blow holes at the northern end of the beach.
The local shop is only a brief walk and stocks all of your essentials.
Karitane is only 35km north from Dunedin.
Special conditions:
Outside dogs allowed with prior approval.
New kitchen, new bathroom.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$80.00 per stay up to 6 people, 7- 10 people cleaning $120); Linen and bathroom towels included
Property manager
Geoff
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the neighborhood
Karitane
Located in Karitane, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Historic Fort Taiaroa and Otakou Marae are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Otago Golf Club and Speight's Brewery. NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium and Dunedin Botanic Garden are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Karitane, Dunedin Area
What's nearby
- University of Otago - 27 min drive - 37.2 km
- Forsyth Barr Stadium - 29 min drive - 38.6 km
- The Octagon - 29 min drive - 38.9 km
- Larnach Castle - 51 min drive - 53.8 km
- Royal Albatross Centre - 60 min drive - 69.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Fish Inn - 5 min drive
- Harvest Moon Cafe - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Steven L.
Apr 30, 2023
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Not for us
Steven L.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Oct 7, 2020
A great wee Bach in an amazing location.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Oct 6, 2020
What a magical spot to spend a few days avoiding the Xmas rush.
10/10 Excellent
Sammy M.
Apr 15, 2019
Amazing stay
Sammy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Lynne M.
Jan 30, 2019
The location of this property deserves 5++, we think the best in...
Lynne M.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
4/10 Poor
kevin c.
Jan 12, 2019
Great location , property a bit tired
kevin c.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
6/10 Okay
Carrie T.
Oct 19, 2018
My family and I were very happy staying there
Carrie T.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Jo M.
Jun 6, 2018
Would love to stay again sometime.
Jo M.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Jo M.
Jun 6, 2018
Would love to stay again sometime.
Jo M.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
6/10 Okay
Nichola F.
May 30, 2018
Rustic, comfortable, great views and within walking distance to great walks.
Nichola F.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
6/10 Okay
Di T.
Apr 27, 2018
Thanks for sharing your place with us, super location and loved those views.
Di T.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lynne M.
Apr 22, 2018
Our five star rating is for location, bach facilities and homeliness.
Lynne M.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca S.
Mar 21, 2018
Stunning location.
Rebecca S.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
ray a., Ocean View Dunedin New Zealand
Mar 18, 2018
A perfect location for a short break, the batch was adequately appointed and the property was tidy a
ray a.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
tara t.
Feb 9, 2018
Awesome place to stay.
tara t.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
James A.
Feb 7, 2018
Enjoyed our stay, it was great to be so close to the beach
James A.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Sean B.
Feb 3, 2018
We had a lovely time.
Sean B.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
4/10 Poor
Nigel M.
Jan 23, 2018
Lovely location but property needs some TLC.
Nigel M.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Janine D.
Jan 10, 2018
Five stars for location, relaxation!
Janine D.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Catherine-Joye T.
Jan 5, 2018
Wonderful place to stay, awesome fun for extended family to explore the estuary, birdlife and kayak
Catherine-Joye T.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Cathy N.
Dec 26, 2017
Great property as described awesome set up for families and outdoor activities.
Cathy N.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Sharon M.
Dec 13, 2017
Most fantastic location right on the waters edge.
Sharon M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline L.
Nov 25, 2017
We had a wonderful time staying at the Pink Pipi.
Jacqueline L.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Jillian j.
Oct 29, 2017
We liked it and it worked well for us.
Jillian j.
About the host
Hosted by Geoff
What makes this property unique
Short walk to surf beach, local shop and playground
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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