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Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting

Cottage in Opunake with patio

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Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
The current price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec

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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.

Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting

Set in a very peaceful rural setting inside the township of Opunake. A organic permaculture garden with a flock of Indian Runner Ducks and Chinese Silkie Chickens ( no rooster!!) minutes from a glorious beach with a view of Mt Taranaki. Wild bird life fills the gardens with song. Surf, climb the maunga or explore the Opunake Loop Trail then luxuriate under the stars in the outdoor bath. Handy to everything but secluded. In the romantic sleeping pod you will drift to sleep hearing the call of the ocean. Perfect tranquil place to rest and restore.

There is an outdoor bath and an outdoor shower for after the beach with hot running water.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Property does not allow children
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Solar energy
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

This property does not allow children

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Map
Opunake, Taranaki

What's nearby

  • Cliff Top Garden Opunake Walkway - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Everybody's Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Opunake Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Pukekura Park - 44 min drive - 74.4 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 46 min drive - 75.1 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Opunake Surf Inn - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sugar Juice Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Opunake Pie Cart - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Māwhero Studio - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Headlands - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting?

As of 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting on 26 Dec 2025 start from NZ$186.67, 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 Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting located?

Situated in Opunake, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Everybody's Theatre and Cliff Top Garden Opunake Walkway. Opunake Beach is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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Eco retreat, easy stroll to beach. Organic garden setting Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian B.

Only stayed one night while passing through. But a very nice accommodation. Loved having the ducks around.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaz H.

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

Great stay near township

Awesome thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

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

Lovely property

We enjoyed watching the ducks. This place feels as though it's out in the country even though it's close to town.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichola J., wellington

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

Nice private property

Enjoyed our couple of nights in this peaceful spot in Ohakune. Nice to wander round the garden and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tawhirangi S.

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

Awsome

Had everything we needed peaceful and quiet..it was clean and well presented
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anneke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful accomodation. Very clean and spacious. It was so peaceful and we loved listening to the bird sounds. Unfortunately we had limited time so didn’t get to enjoy the short walk to the beach. Hopefully we will be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb J.

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

Relaxing and Unwinding

What a cozy little cottage. Loved the chickens and ducks running around. Easy walking distance to town and the beach. Having a bath under the stars is magic! The hosts Rob and Viv were lovely. Although the cottage is on the hosts section, it is very private. A great selection of books and a very sunny spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

noeline n.

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

Nice but wouldve like to know about compost toilet.

Nice but bit uncomfortable with compost toilet,had already paid before been made aware,probably wouldnt have stayed otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn M.

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

Friendly retreat

Very relaxing after a mountain walk, sitting on the deck watching the animals potter around. The Opunake Loop Walk can be joined around the corner. Nice meeting one of the owners in the garden. Clean, tidy, plenty of space, had enough kitchen implements to cook up a decent meal one night. Thanks for a lovely stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy-Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023