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175° East - Pitokuku House | Off Grid Luxury | Medlands Beach

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Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Great Barrier Island, Auckland Region
  • Place, Medlands Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Whangaparapara Harbour
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Glenfern Sanctuary
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Great Barrier Island (GBZ)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom

+4
1 Crib, 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

175° East - Pitokuku House | Off Grid Luxury | Medlands Beach

This house is one of three for rent on the same property (Pitokuku, Ruru and Tree House). All houses are uniquely private and within a short walking distance through native bush — ideal for large families and groups.

Pitokuku is a four-bedroom luxury home built in 2021, the largest of the three. Set well apart in mature kānuka and mānuka with total privacy, it sleeps 10 without compromise.

Open-plan kitchen and living with timber floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, wine fridge, and a sunny breakfast nook. Master bedroom with large ensuite and rainfall shower. A separate cabin — queen room and bunk room — sits just metres from the back deck, perfect for families wanting two zones.

Sprawling decks front and back for morning coffee and evening drinks. Inside and outside fireplaces for winter stays. Sonos, Smart TV, full WiFi, washing machine.

Off-grid and solar-powered. Great Barrier Island is a certified Dark Sky Sanctuary — the Milky Way is visible most clear nights. One of the few places in New Zealand where the silence is actually complete.

Five minutes by foot to Medlands Beach. Ten minutes by car to Tryphena, the brewery, and the airport.

The name Pitokuku is inspired by Pitokuku Island, which can be seen from the deck — directly behind the Sugarloaf headland, due north.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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 and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights
Please wash and put away the dishes and leave the house tidy.
If the furniture has been moved please return it to its original place.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9575456
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Great Barrier Island

Located in Great Barrier Island, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glenfern Sanctuary and Medlands Beach.
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Great Barrier Island, Auckland Region

What's nearby

  • Medlands Beach - 8 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Kaitoki Beach - 20 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Blind Bay - 21 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Whangaparapara Harbour - 29 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Glenfern Sanctuary - 54 min drive - 38.2 km

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mulberry Grove General Store - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Burger Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barrier Social Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pa Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Paris Texas - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 175° East - Pitokuku House | Off Grid Luxury | Medlands Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 175° East - Pitokuku House | Off Grid Luxury | Medlands Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 175° East - Pitokuku House | Off Grid Luxury | Medlands Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 175° East - Pitokuku House | Off Grid Luxury | Medlands Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Medlands Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Blind Bay and Kaitoki Beach. Awana Bay is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Beautiful spot
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. We really enjoyed our stay. Views over the beach are wonderful. Property is well resourced and can cater for a large group. Definitely recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pitokuku House

Excellent accommodation for a group of 8 adults in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax for long weekend, great accomodation, short walk (or drive to beach). And very clear instructions for everything! Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2025
Thanks for the lovely message! Glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The communication with Ian was very quick and easy. They were accommodating and great for any queries. The house was in a great spot with an epic view. Its all very tidy and comfortable. Hard to beat on the island, we will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding stay

At Barrier for my son’s wedding. House a perfect place for the groom and groomsmen to get ready for the beach wedding and reception held at Aotea brewery down the hill. Could not have pick a more perfect place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pitokuku

Fantastic . The best .
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Old Tramping Friends

Staying in Pitokuku House was ideal - spacious, clean and well equipped. The only surprise was the steep, rutted driveway up to the house! A 4wheel drive would be better than the 2 cars we hired.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
Please come and stay again, amasing guests
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our group of 8. Very well equiped, very clean, heaps of room & warm. The only thing Ian couldn't arrange was the weather! We would have loved to use that outdoor fire. My Fat Puku at nearby Claris is highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026

About the host

Hosted by Ian Cawson

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