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Tangahoe - The Great Escape

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A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with red chairs, a kitchen in the background, and a bookshelf.
A modern interior with a glass door leading to a dining area and a kitchen.
A wooden staircase leading up to a building, surrounded by dense greenery and a concrete path.
A house with a large window, surrounded by dense vegetation.
A kitchen with a dining table, red chairs, a window, and a stainless steel sink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Paekakiri Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Paekakariki, Paekakariki
  • Place, Paekakiri Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Elizabeth Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Paekakariki Escarpment Track
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Lounge

1 Double Futon

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Paekakariki

Located in Paekakariki, this holiday home is near the beach. The Cricket Museum and Southward Car Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Coastlands Shoppingtown and Brown Owl Shops. Kapiti Coast Electric Tramway and The Expressions Arts and Entertainment Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Paekakariki, Paekakariki

What's nearby

  • Paekakiri Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Paekakariki Escarpment Track - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hnry Stadium - 32 min drive - 54.5 km
  • Te Papa - 36 min drive - 57.4 km

Getting around

  • Porirua Station - 21 min drive
  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fisherman's Table - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Palms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Passo - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burgerfuel Kapiti Coast - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tangahoe - The Great Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tangahoe - The Great Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tangahoe - The Great Escape?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tangahoe - The Great Escape?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Tangahoe - The Great Escape located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Paekakiri Beach and Queen Elizabeth Park. Paekakariki Escarpment Track and Kapiti Coast Electric Tramway are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 252 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great place to stay. Never disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage near the sea. The cottage was really clean and well equipped. Plenty of space for two people. Our dog loved exploring the garden and the cottage is very close to walks in the beach or QE2 Park. We’d love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay, thank you very much
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay

As always, we had a wonderful stay. The location is excellent and the property lives up to our expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Revisiting after 13 years!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tangahoe is such a beautiful, peaceful place in an amazing location. It has everything you need and was just perfect for a quiet couple of days before the Christmas madness hit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second visit and we enjoyed the property similarly to last time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely comfortable and relaxing place to spend a few days. Can't recommend it highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tangahoe was exactly as described and as the photos showed (aoart from some decor changes).The location was perfect for us.The host was easily contactable and communication was quick and friendly.We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

As ever we loved our stay. The location is wonderful and the batch is cosy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful and peaceful home - lovely timber interior with outlook to native trees. Easy access to the beach and just a short walk to a great sauna spot. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway

This is a great little bach perfect for a relaxing stay. Great location close to the beach, and a short walk to Queen Elizaeth Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good space for Paekakariki visit

Really enjoyed being here
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend escape

Always enjoy our stay here. Great accommodation, beautiful walks and great cafes. We look forward to our return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing comfortable property

Loved the stay re ambience and position.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is a lovely batch, tastefully furnished, spacious living area with two decks, and sea view.The host was immediately helpful when I required initial help with the the key location.It was easy to warm up the house on an autumn evening with plenty of firewood provided for the potbelly stove.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Always a great stay

We keep coming back. Just the best of places for a couple to stay in Paekakariki. So spacious and well equipped that having guests in for a meal or get together is an easy option.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Review

Excellent place to stay- loved the tasteful art and cushions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy Stay

A great way to spend celebrating my wife's birthday in a cozy environment, plenty of walks on the beach plus sunset & bubbles.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful

Delightful stay, and the birdlife is a treat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot really well equipped totally private in a sea of green. Has everything you need. Thank you for sharing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Always a great stay

We have stayed here many times and always enjoy the experience. Plenty of space, comfortable (including the bed),inviting, well equipped, close to the beach and pretty much spot on in every respect. We will keep coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage in the trees

Very private and sunny cottage with everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tangahoe

Good, clean, comfortable batch, located on quiet street. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tangahoe paekakariki

Loved this property, great to stay in. Very comfortable and warm with the wood stove and firewood provided. Easy walk to the beach and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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