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The Sandcastle

Cabin in Pohara with free parking

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Barbecue grill
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
CA $70
CA $80 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14

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32 Haile Lane, Pohara, 7172
  • Place, Golden Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Pohara Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Pohara

Located in Pohara, The Sandcastle is in a rural area and near the beach. Onetahuti Bay Campsite and Te Anaroa Caves are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Abel Tasman National Park and Kahurangi National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Golden Bay - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Pohara Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Abel Tasman National Park - 18 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Kaiteriteri Beach - 44 min drive - 70.5 km
  • Little Kaiteriteri Beach - 44 min drive - 70.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wholemeal Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Roots Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Nikau - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Penguin Cafe & Bar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Dangerous Kitchen - ‬13 min drive

About this property

The Sandcastle

Cabin in Pohara with free parking
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free cabin has a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. All 6 individually decorated cabins provide free WiFi, free wired Internet and minibars. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like fridges and microwaves.
The Sandcastle offers 6 accommodations with minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

This Pohara cabin provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

Policies

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
It's really helpful to check payment is confirmed. Thanks

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Breakfast fee: from approximately NZD 5 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards
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
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
This property is professionally cleaned

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sandcastle pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sandcastle?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sandcastle?

Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Sandcastle?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Sandcastle located?

Situated near the beach, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Pohara Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Golden Bay and Ligar Bay Beach. Tata Beach and Abel Tasman National Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

The Sandcastle Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Communication
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hospitality, lovely and great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hostes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Always feels like home away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Communication
Super location. Unique property, we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, affordable, beautiful nature around, really nice host. Not far to next town. I recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot with a very friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very peaceful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
It was layed back and owner very friendly and helpful 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
nice friendy people.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good basic but spacious accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked everything about the place 😌
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was friendly and had unexpected but great entertainment for the kids
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stphen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
A very comfortable and friendly place to stay. Steve, the host, is a great guy and he does everything he can to make your stay a great one.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

SARAH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely people & location! Very fun & friendly. Paradise for the kids & dog. Great value. Steve and staff were exceptionally hospitable. We loved Pizza night. Our cabin was very clean, comfortable and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A repeat visit to the Sandcastle for us, we have always enjoyed it but now after a refurb it is even cleaner and better value. Excellent start to 2025.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

CHINTAN RAMANBHAI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Good, could book and stay for staying purpose. Has Yoga available for mornings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shayna

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved staying at sand castles, it has everything we need and had some are homely feel , I just wish I had of known to bring shower soap, but the stay was perfect for what we needed and the kids loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you like rustic charm then this could be the place for you. The cabin had a lot of natural grain wood finish if that's your thing, natural quiet surroundings, horses and an outdoor pizza oven. The owner is very friendly and check out times are very relaxed. Will definitely stay there again if we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a beautiful quaint place. Owner Steven is extremely friendly and helpful. Very welcoming and accommodating. We loved our stay there. Good value for money -
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great having the hall.The table tennis and the piano were awesome for the children and adults to play in on a wet weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth Cornelia

Liked: Amenities, communication
This property is at a beautiful location. The accommodation has a lovely stream in front. Seaview and (native) trees. The cabin looks nice but wasn't overly clean and could do with some love and maintenance. Unfortunately there was a course happening right in front of the cabin we stayed in, this course was on exactly during the time of our stay. We experienced this as disturbing and didn't add to a pleasant peaceful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julia and John

Liked: Communication
It's in a magical location with a special atmosphere all of it's own. If you look past the cobwebs, spiders and walls in desperate need of a paint, the important amenities (sheets, kitchen, floor, toilet) were clean. An enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed here with my parents and 2 month old baby - it was glorious! So tranquil. A really special place. Easy walk to the beach and nearby eateries. Backing onto the mountains, so super quiet. Host was so nice and accommodating. Cooked us all lovely pizzas in the outdoor oven (be sure to give him a days warning, though!) Free yoga and massages. And lots of beautiful sights within easy driving distance. Complete bliss. And super good value for money. Please book here! You won’t regret it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tina-Anne

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful surroundings, a perfect place to just unwind and relax.. wake up to bird song .. Steve the manager was very friendly and obliging
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our second time staying at this property, we even had the very same cabin. Steve, the host was fantastic. He made it nice and simple for our late arrival and popped in to check if we needed anything in the morning. We will absolutely stay here again. Fantastic location surrounded by nature. Thanks again Steve.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024