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The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.

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A rustic outdoor setting with a wooden picnic table, a metal shed, and a bar area with string lights.
A light blue house with a garage and a fenced yard.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a mirror, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A kitchen with a stove, sink, and wooden table.
A cozy room with a wooden table, leather chairs, a sofa, and a cowhide rug. There are bookshelves, a guitar, and a radio.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Foxton Beach
  • Place, Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Waikanae Beach
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Garden Cottage

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 half bathrooms

Bathroom - Shower over bath and vanity

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Hair dryer

Separate Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Foxton

Foxton Beach, a neighbourhood in Foxton, is home to this cottage. De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waiterere Private Reserve and Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve.
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Foxton Beach

What's nearby

  • Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • New Zealand Rugby Museum - 51 min drive - 54.8 km
  • The Square - 51 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 51 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Waikanae Beach - 56 min drive - 78.0 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robert Harris - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mr Grumpy's Takeaways - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cafe De Molen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Little White Rabbit - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Beach Eatery - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living. located?

Located in Foxton Beach, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill. Esplanade Reserve and Waiterere Private Reserve are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very lovely retro bach. Great location.

Lovely place to stay. Great for family time and dogs allowed!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Epic bach vibes with plenty of room for everyone. Has all the handy things you need for a getaway with everyone and John was awesome to deal with. Thanks John!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay, no problems
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely bach, heaps of personality, lots to do, had a great long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friend weekend getaway

Really enjoyed our stay. The out side area was perfect for chatting and socialising with friends
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The Smurf Shack is a great little bach

We loved our holiday here. The outside covered area is an awesome space, and lovely garden. Was perfect for our little dog. Also enjoyed the air con on the hot days.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Smurf

Great place, perfect and accommodating host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2024
Thanks guys, so glad you had a great time.
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