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3 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets - The Bach Retreat Kakanui (Kakanui)
Kakanui coastal getaway is the ultimate seaside retreat. This beach bach offers everything you need for a relaxing holiday, including an outside pizza oven to cook up some delicious treats.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
The current price is NZ$371
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Bach Retreat Kakanui

Bach or holiday home, 2 Double Bedrooms, 1 Bunkroom (Sleep 6)
Pack your togs, fishing rod, whitebait net and surfboards for your retreat. This bach has everything you need for a relaxing beach holiday. You are spoilt for choice when you stay at this great Kakanui coastal getaway. Relax and enjoy your peaceful seaside surroundings or get amongst the beautiful local environment. Take a stroll down to the beach for some fun in the surf.


New addition- outside pizza oven.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Bach Retreat Kakanui (NEW)
The Bach Retreat Kakanui Kakanui
The Bach Retreat Kakanui Private vacation home
The Bach Retreat Kakanui Private vacation home Kakanui

About the area

Located in Kakanui, this holiday home is on a river. Oamaru Harbour and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Hakapureirei Beach and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony. Travelling with kids? Consider Totara Estate and Steam Train. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and rock climbing. Visit our Kakanui travel guide
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Kakanui, OTA

What's nearby

  • Oamaru Harbour
    Oamaru Harbour
    15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Steampunk HQ
    Steampunk HQ
    16 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
    Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
    17 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Te Hakapureirei Beach
    4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
    16 min drive - 17.3 km

Restaurants

  • Coast
    4 min drive
  • Purton’s Cafe and Bar
    7 min drive
  • Alma
    14 min drive
  • Seaview Cafe
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bach Retreat Kakanui pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bach Retreat Kakanui?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bach Retreat Kakanui on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$371, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Bach Retreat Kakanui?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Bach Retreat Kakanui?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bach Retreat Kakanui?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bach Retreat Kakanui located?

This family-friendly Kakanui holiday home is located by the sea, 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Te Hakapureirei Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Totara Estate and Steam Train. Bushy Beach and Oamaru Harbour are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Bach Retreat Kakanui Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

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

Loved the Bach Retreat

Lovely clean & modern place. Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

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

Perfect!

An amazing place to stay, it has everything you need in a fantastic location. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason T.

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

The bach

Great holiday home in a great location. Would recommend and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary D.

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

Holiday with Family

Great location for us to download for a little holiday and was a nice central location for the south island.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice weekend getaway

Great place for a getaway with family or friends! 3 of the bunk mattresses are really only suitable for children (thin foam) but otherwise there was everything we needed for a chill out time. Loved the donkey singing to us!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Warm and beautiful

We've stayed in a variety of baches around Kakanui, and the Bach Retreat was definitely one of the best. Great location, and beautiful modern home with everything you need. We found it clean and tidy. The weather went from hot to cold quite quickly, but the woodburner and various heaters kept us warm and toasty. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Beautiful propert, great for families

Wish we had stayed longer! Made the best of our one night stay but can see how this property would be perfect for familes with kids. A beautifully thought out home away from the hustle and bustle. Short drive to Oamaru and breathtaking views of the veach right down the street!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

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

Amazing space

Property is spacious in a lovely large garden close to many attractions. Well equipped and lovely woodburner. Lovely walking at Herbert Hills and visiting the penguin colony was a delight.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NIcholas A.

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

One night stay in kakanui

We used this place as a late stop off and sleep over before hitting the road again. Should have stopped and parked up. Lovely spot, cool place, comfortable beds, etc. highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Fabulous bach

We booked Bach Retreat as our base while participating in an adventure race. Fabulous wee place - warm and comfortable with everything we needed (including great showers for after!). Great communication from our very friendly host. Would absolutely recommend and stay again ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carlena H.

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

Great stay

Great communication, beautiful location and very clean. Was perfect for a getaway with friends. Only thing that let it down was the bbq not working, the jets were all clogged up so only 2 out 5 jets worked and not that well. Couldn’t use it to cook on. Small issue considering everything else was great. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Pälvi M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach was amazing.

The deck was big. Beach was beautiful. We were missing a kitchen table and kitchen was lacking in equipment and what there was needed updating. First impression was impacted by loads of bird droppings and spiderwebs on entry.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lillian M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Family Xams

Had a great stay with family over Christmas! Plenty of room for all of us. Only disappointment was the bathrooms, the main bathroom had not been cleaned properly and when having the first shower the bottom flooded as it was so blocked in the drain, we had to clean it out ourselves, the same was happening in the onsuot bathroom and sink. Really needs a detailed clean. We also brought everything to make pizza for my daughters birthday on xmas eve given there was a pizza oven advertised, when we arrived there we two old dirty fry pans in there, no pizza stone or paddle to even put a pizza in and out of there so not sure how one is meant to cook pizza in there, i wpuld remove that from the listing or provide the appropriate tools so it can be used, or just have a fire pit as that is all it is good for.Other than that it was a great stay, and we really enjpyed our xmas! Wpuld come back :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was fabulous - we loved everything about the place - just super.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a perfect location for exploring the area and taking in some of the unique sights.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Di C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful private property, we’ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay. Lovely and clean. Communication with the hosts was easy and they were so lovely. Great location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

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

Great stay again

Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex K.

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

Kakanui Stay

Lovely house with tons of amenities. My partner and I had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was about 5 minutes drive from a beautiful beach. This was a night to chill out and rest up during a long exhausting holiday, so the house was perfect. Lots of food items in the pantry and some nice touches in the kids rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very handy, to beaches, town. A good chance to enjoy the wedding and plenty of things to keep us busy over the weekend. The house has continuous sun when it is out. An outside shower for a wash down after the beach walks. The locals are very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

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

Awesome Place

Finding it, settling in, the whole weekend was easy. Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank K.

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

It was an amazing stay with friends and family

perfect house in every way!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kay B.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Walking distance to beach and river but no views of either.Well stocked bach.Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Great place for a getaway

2nd time staying there. Great location even though you don't get a sea view as you get a nice private setting with views of farmland and the hills & mountains. Could do with a heatpump though for guests not staying there in the warmer months.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025