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Punakaiki, Punakaiki
  • Popular LocationPororari River Track2 min walk
  • Popular LocationPunakaiki Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationPancake Rocks10 min walk
  • AirportHokitika (HKK)75 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
60 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 twin/single bed

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 cosy Driftwood Cottage situated directly opposite the Paparoa Track exit!

Kitchen & Dining:

Driftwood Cottage has a fully self contained kitchen with everything you need to prepare your own food during your stay. Open plan kitchen & dining makes a great space for interacting with others, or on the deck embracing the afternoon sun looking up at the towering limestone cliffs! Or cook on the Balcony with the bbq!

Bedroom:

Driftwood sleeps four people, with two singles and one double.

Outdoor areas:

A large covered balcony makes Driftwood fantastic for afternoons in the sun (or being out of the rain)! Plenty of space for kids to run around! With its own bike storage shed Driftwood makes the ultimate post Great Walk/Bike holiday house! Lock up your bikes and head next door to the Tavern beer garden!

Bathrooms:

One toilet and one shower

Washing machine

Wifi: Free wifi is included.

Check in: 3pm Check out: 10am

Property manager

Punakaiki_Beach_Camp

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

Property is also known as

504151_S-101850415134114373
Beautiful House Next to Paparoa National Park Punakaiki

About the area

Punakaiki

Located in Punakaiki, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the beach. Mitchell’s Gully Gold Mine and Mitchells Gully Gold Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Pororari River Track and Truman Track. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Pororari River Track - 2 min walk
  • Punakaiki Beach - 3 min walk
  • Pancake Rocks - 10 min walk
  • Truman Track - 19 min walk
  • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pancake Rocks Cafe - 14 min walk
  • Wild Coast Cafe - 14 min walk
  • Punakaiki Crafts & Cafe - 14 min walk
  • Wild Coast Cafe - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The cosy Driftwood Cottage situated directly opposite the Paparoa Track exit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 14 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very dissapointing!
Photos are misleading as it makes it look like you are in open spaces with scenic views and nothing around... in reality you are close to a busy road and houses on every side. The water pressure was absolutely terrible and I didn't receive instructions on how to find my destination, codes, keys etc... I had to follow it up myself which was stressful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K., Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing home away from home
What a beautiful, stylish, clean and cozy home away from home. We highly recommend this wonderful place on the West Coast and we will certainly return. Well stocked and a great location too!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

JACINTA B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Punakaiki holiday home
Cozy, comfortable and quiet place to stay with beautiful surroundings. Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Akhil M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the stay
It was really good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Bach close to beach, river and walks
A lovely Bach, a good size and great for a family of 4. Great to have outdoor space and access to a washing machine. Steps away from the best tavern we've visited in a long time, great food and beer garden!!! We were doing the Paparoa track and the start of the walk is literally across the road. Kayak hire is also doors away, and a short walk to the pancake rocks and great caves to explore. Overall a fabulous stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
Suited our needs perfectly for a base for our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike Pallot P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and good value
Close to the beach, clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

4/10 Poor

Megan C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
This is very tired, lacking in some niceness
It was okay

10/10 Excellent

dana f.

Comfy & close to attractions
Great cottage for a couple with kids! Comfy beds & good bathroom & kitchen facilities. Close to the beach, walks & kayaking- & we did them all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Fully Self Contained Cottage With Everything You Need
Great little house close to the pub and camp and sea. Very comfy and everything you need for a nice comfortable stay away. Very small things to make it even better, a fan or two for the hotter nights. An extra tea towel for the dishes. Thanks we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019