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Pounawea Peaceful Haven

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A two-story house with a balcony and a car parked in front.
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and refrigerator. There is a window providing a view of greenery outside.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, wooden coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with chairs and a table, and a kitchen area with a sink and counter.
A living room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a pink armchair, a bookshelf, and a large window with curtains.
A picnic table in a garden with lush greenery and a variety of plants.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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The Catlins, Catlins
  • Place, Teapot World
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Catlins Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaka Point Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pounawea Peaceful Haven

Welcome to our quiet retreat, a warm 3 bedroom house with large open plan living area nestled into the bush. It is a short walk to the waterfront, the playground and the main entrance to the Pounawea Bush.

Nearby golf course, and horse trekking. Fishing is one of our pastimes in the Ōwaka River. There is a great walk along Surat Bay to False Island and Cannibal Bay, with a chance of seeing sea lions along the way.

Ōwaka, 5 minutes away by car, has a small supermarket open seven days until 7pm. There is a very good museum in Ōwaka that is also the tourist information centre.

Pounawea is a great base for exploring the Catlins.

Special conditions:

LINEN
We supply tea towels, bath mat, blankets, duvets and pillows. Bring your own bath towels, hand towels, pillowcases and sheets, including king singles for bedroom 3 (double sheets work well). If you would like us to supply all linen please enquire first, before you book, so we can apply the linen rates. Use the "Contact Host" link on the website.

CHILDREN
No charge for children under 5. Half price 5 to 17 year olds. We need time to manage these discounts because this website is not set up for child rates. Enquire first, before you book, so we can apply the child rates. Use the "Contact Host" link on the website.

CLEANING
Under the Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to clean the house before you leave.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please fold back the bedclothes of every bed you have used.
Please make sure that the recycling bin contains no glass or landfill waste
We might ask you to take the trash to the end of the driveway and across the street if you are leaving close to a Monday. (The colour of bins to be put out varies week to week)
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Primary renter must be over 25
Minimum booking is three nights.
No smoking or vaping.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20004333
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

About the area

Owaka

Located in Owaka, this holiday home is on a river. Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Catlins Lake. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Teapot World - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Catlins Lake - 10 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Kaka Point Beach - 24 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Kaka Point Scenic Reserve - 28 min drive - 27.1 km
  • Purakaunui Falls - 29 min drive - 24.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Catlins Cafe And Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tahatika Coffee Traders - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪LumberJack - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kurumi Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pounawea Peaceful Haven pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pounawea Peaceful Haven?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pounawea Peaceful Haven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pounawea Peaceful Haven?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pounawea Peaceful Haven located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Teapot World, Catlins Lake and Jack's Blowhole. Cannibal Bay Beach and Willsher Bay Domain Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Pounawea Haven

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This is a holiday place for our family and is used by us frequently throughout the year. It is much loved.

Why they chose this property

Our family has a link back to the area going back 5 generations, and share another property in the area with the wider family.

What makes this property unique

Peace.
No TV!
Native birds.
Fishing.
Seals.
Beach and bush walks.
Photography.
Cycling.
Family time.

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English
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