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RedBach Retreat by the sea
Riverfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 18
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Koitiata, Manawatu-Wanganui
- Place, Turakina Beach19 min walk
- Place, Durie Hill Elevator30 min drive
- Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum31 min drive
- Airport, Whanganui (WAG)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)
Beach Hut
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bunk Room Cabin
1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
Forest Cabin
1 Queen Bed
Pohutukawa Room
1 Queen Bed
Railway Cabin
1 Queen Bed
Second Bunk Room Cabin
2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
Toy Room Cabin
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
RedBach Retreat by the sea
Looking for a quiet place where you can rest and relax and sleeps up to 18 people. Like to feel the sea breeze on your face and have only a few minutes’ walk to the beach? Come and stay in this quirky retro environment, 20 mins south of Whanganui and 45 mins North West of Palmerston North.
RedBach Retreat is nestled amongst unique landscaped gardens, the main building containing the communal kitchen and lounge, and a double bedroom. Together with the 6 individual cabins adjoining, there is sleeping accommodation for up to 18 people. All beds have memory foam topper pads, pillows, and quilts. We now have two kitchens and there are two bathrooms and two showers.
Linen and towels are provided. High chair and one porta cot are available on request at no charge. There are numerous outdoor dining and seating areas and a gas BBQ and gas is supplied. There is a cosy warm log fire in the lounge with fire guard for those wintery nights and a fire in the large kitchen area also. All cabins have their own electric heaters and electric blankets.
There is plenty of parking within the property for vehicles. Provision of locked facilities to keep beach toys safe is available on request.
We will allow dogs if agreed on before a booking is made. Stock up on groceries before you come from Whanganui, Marton or Palmerston North as there are no shops in the village of Koitiata. Turakina Service Station is 8 km out on the main road with petrol, diesel, and limited groceries.
Writers retreats and workshops are available for groups, including wirework workshops and sculpture workshops, by making enquires to theredbach@gmail.com or via www.redbach.nz . More information about Koitiata and Turakina Beach is available at www.koitiata.nz
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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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
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 6 total
All pets have to be approved by us before you book
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside buildings or charges will apply
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Koitiata
Located in Koitiata, this holiday home is on a river. Watt Fountain and Memorial Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Durie Hill Elevator and Whanganui Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.

Koitiata, Manawatu-Wanganui
What's nearby
- Turakina Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
- Durie Hill Elevator - 30 min drive - 35.6 km
- Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 31 min drive - 36.0 km
- Virginia Lake - 34 min drive - 38.5 km
- Castlecliff Beach - 39 min drive - 42.3 km
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Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Barbara & Terry Bowness

Red Bach Retreat was Red Bach Gallery for a number of years selling our hand made copper sculptures. Due to injury we closed the gallery and are now running Writers Retreats, Sculpture Workshops, and I have written a book and made a series of sculptures for the last 6 years called The Secret Keeper. Have a look on Facebook thesecretkeepernz. We also provide a place for tutors to run there own workshops with on site accommodation. We have also opened it up for people to come and relax and have some time out in a restful environment to get away from their busy lifestyles. Come, visit and enjoy your stay with us.
Barbara and Terry.
Barbara and Terry.
Why they chose this property
Why not come and relax in a quirky artistic property that will certainly inspire you. Everywhere you look you will see something different. From copper sculptures to hidden gems in the gardens. A wonderful beach you can wander along and relax and take time out.
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