Relaxing cosy 1950's family beach house 1 block back from the beautiful beach.

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3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 810.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

Washer
Parking available
Fireplace
Outdoor space
Kitchen

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Karitane, Waikouaiti

University of Otago
‪30 min drive‬
The Octagon
‪32 min drive‬
Larnach Castle
‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Kids bunk room sleeps 4

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 half bathrooms

Main

Second bathroom/ laundry

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The beach house is perfectly suited to families, wheelchair accessible and pet friendly with a fully fenced section a swing set and tree house in the back yard. Sit outside and listen to the waves crashing on the soft white sand a block away. Waikouaiti has a couple of taverns, Fish and Chip/ Chinese takeaway, cafe, bakery, petrol and dairy. A short drive down the road is another gorgeous beach of Karitane or wander a bit further to the Moeraki Boulders or historic town of Oamaru. Dunedin is 30min away.
Special conditions:
NOT A PARTY HOUSE.
No smoking.
Families preferred.
Pets allowed with prior approval as long as you clean up after them.
Wheelchair accessible please enquire.
Supply own linen and towels, self catering.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you must: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels); remove all rubbish from the property. Leave it as you found it ready for the next guests.
Bedroom 1 & 2: one queen bed, pillows, electric blanket, duvet and blanket provided.
Bedroom 3: two sets of bunks (sleeps 4) pillows, duvets, blankets supplied.
Bathroom 1: Bath, toilet, sink, heater, heated towel rail, recently updated.
Bathroom 2: Shower, toilet, washing machine and sink recently fully renovated.
A cupboard full of books and family games provided.
A tree house and swing/ slide in the fully fenced yard.
Plenty of parking and quiet friendly neighbours.

Property manager

EllaF792

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Parking available

Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Some toys, games and books provided

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Please clean up after your dog in the yard.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking inside or outside

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waikouaiti

Located in Waikouaiti, this holiday home is by the sea. Historic Fort Taiaroa and Otakou Marae are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Doctors Point and Shag Point Scenic Reserve. NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium and Dunedin Botanic Garden are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Karitane, Waikouaiti

What's nearby

University of Otago - 30 min drive - 39.3 km
Forsyth Barr Stadium - 32 min drive - 40.7 km
The Octagon - 32 min drive - 41.0 km
Larnach Castle - 54 min drive - 55.9 km
Royal Albatross Centre - 63 min drive - 71.2 km

Restaurants

‪Fish Inn - ‬4 min drive
‪Harvest Moon Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing cosy 1950's family beach house 1 block back from the beautiful beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing cosy 1950's family beach house 1 block back from the beautiful beach.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing cosy 1950's family beach house 1 block back from the beautiful beach.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Relaxing cosy 1950's family beach house 1 block back from the beautiful beach. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Warrington Beach, Doctors Point and Shag Point Scenic Reserve. Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Holy Trinity Church are also within 25 miles (40 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nigel M.

3 Apr, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great spot

The property suited us well

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

22 Jan, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Pet Friendly Location

Great kiwi bach with great interior styling. Always appreciate it when owners allow pets as a holiday is so much easier when you can take the pooch with you, and he loved the fenced back yard and beach to go exploring on!

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tara D.

11 Feb, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Great place to stay

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Virginia G.

11 Mar, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Another Great Stay

Another great stay. Everything we needed the kids love it.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Anne M.

4 Mar, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable

Great location, everything that we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

20 Feb, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Restful and comfortable. Ideal for our stay

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Peter B., Wellington

19 Dec, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Get Together

Enjoyed our stay at the beach house. Ideal location.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

26 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

Really enjoyed our stay here. Lovely beach house. Very comfortable. Great to be able to bring our wee dog with us too.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

6 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome spot

Really great spot, and an awesome property with everything you need! Make sure to remember bedding and towels when booking though!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C., Lumsden NZ

31 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Great location and quiet and everything that we needed. Was great.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lewis M.

6 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great house and location. Pet friendly too. Would stay again. Thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

9 Nov, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet retreat

Well equipped beach house close to the beach and lagoon, private and restful, able to take the dog to enjoy long walks in the fresh air.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne B.

8 Nov, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always comfortable

This was our second stay.We had a family bereavement and it was great to stay somewhere that feels like a home; it was clean, tidy and comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H.

8 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot

Really enjoyed this lovely spot weather was not the best but still a great spot to relax short walk to beach . Had a great feed at pub too thanks very much

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

12 Feb, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely stay, thanks

Clean house & comfortable beds! Great space for us all to hang out. Nice secure backyard.

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia G.

27 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always amazing

Another wonderful stay at your holiday house. Lovely and clean and the kids love the tree house. Beach is amazing!

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

28 Sept, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I love this place

I could stay at this cottage for weeks. Such a peaceful location. Beautifully decorated and so comfortable. Thank you so much.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle P.

12 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

VERY well presented

A beautiful beach house. Attention to detail was much appreciated and the space was wonderful for our family including our dog 😉 thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick K.

13 Nov, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tick all the boxes

Close to the beach, clean and spacious

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Anaha W.

24 Jan, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Catch up with Karitane store owners

We really enjoyed bringing our dogs 🤩✅🐾

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

2 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach retreat

Well equipped home for a stay at the beach. Secure yard for the dog to explore, (or children). Thoughtful decor throughout. Quick and clear communication with host most helpful. Close to the beach. Locals are friendly.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian S.

18 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome spot

We stayed for a few nights and what a cracking place. All the amenities you need for a weekend away, would definitely consider this place for a longer stay in the future. Clean house, great location, five minutes from the beach. We really didn’t need much more! Fully enclosed garden which our dog appreciated, and a great log burner to keep us warm and cosy in the evening.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Veda C.

7 Apr, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters

It was exactly how we pictured it from the photos. Everything worked. The beds were very comfortable with electric blankets. The wood for the fire was dry so easy to start. Lovely place to stay

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

8 Mar, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Waikouaiti Fantail

Our third visit here, so speaks for itself. Perfect access to walks/beach for the dog - backyard well fenced. Love seeing the horses being exercised/trained on the beach. 5 minutes to shops; 10 to gorgeous Karitane; 15 to Palmerston. And, when the roads are not under repair, 30 minutes to Dunedin. We hope to be back again, soon

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jan M.

30 Mar, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to stay

Good fire, comfortable, good amenities except the vacuum cleaner needs servicing and the filters cleaned and a note to tenants saying ‘after you have used the cleaner, empty it.’ Would be good if tenants filled the wood boxes. We didn’t kill the rabbit on the driveway, by the way. Overall really neat place and great walks and scenery.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by EllaF792

Mum, Dad and two kids and the fur baby!

Why they chose this property

We purchased Fantail Folly after falling in love with the house, beach and area when we stayed there a couple of times with our family. It was hard to find pet friendly fully fenced accommodation and this ticks all the boxes.

What makes this property unique

Peaceful and relaxing beach house with amenities close by in the township of Waikouaiti. Snuggle by the fire in the winter or sit in the garden in the sunshine in the summer and watch the cheeky Fantails flying around.