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Cliffscapes Punakaiki

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Nestled below Punakaiki’s magnificent limestone cliffs, Cliffscapes offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind in the beautiful established garden or enjoy quality time with family and friends in the spacious fully equipped kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Mountain view
The current price is NZ$528
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026

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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.

Cliffscapes Punakaiki

As its name suggests Cliffscapes is tucked below Punakaiki’s magnificent limestone cliffs.

The house, originally built for the local sawmill manager, is in a beautiful established garden.

It has three bedrooms. The master bedroom has a queen bed and ensuite. The second bedroom has a double bed while the third has two singles on a bunk bed. The two share a bathroom.

Cliffscapes has a spacious fully equipped new kitchen, is fully insulated, double glazed and has solar hotwater. Free wifi and excellent mobile phone cover.

The house is about 200 metres from the Punakaiki end of the Paparoa Track. It’s right beside the Paparoa Track Services office and across the road from the campground.

Check in: 3pm Check out: 10am

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

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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
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 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

Cliffscapes Punakaiki Punakaiki
504151_S-101850415156234005
Cliffscapes Punakaiki Private vacation home
Cliffscapes Punakaiki Private vacation home Punakaiki

About the area

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Punakaiki, West Coast

What's nearby

  • Punakaiki Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pororari River Track - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pancake Rocks - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Paparoa National Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Rocks Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Punakaiki Tavern - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jacobs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Punakaiki Beach Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean View Retreat - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cliffscapes Punakaiki pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cliffscapes Punakaiki?

As of 22 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cliffscapes Punakaiki on 12 Jan 2026 start from NZ$528.47, 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.

What time is check-in at Cliffscapes Punakaiki?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cliffscapes Punakaiki?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cliffscapes Punakaiki located?

Nestled on the beach, this Punakaiki holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Punakaiki Beach and Pororari River Track. Pancake Rocks and Paparoa National Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Cliffscapes Punakaiki Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

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

Well located and a lovely place to stay

Very Homely
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

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

Great Place!

Very cool location. Walkable to beach, restaurant, and plenty of hikes. Very nice kitchen. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robyn S.

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

Top Location

Great location and comfortable property for our short stay. Cleanliness could be improved and some attention to the outdoor living space.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tom b.

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

Between the beach and a cliff

Great location for beach and hiking. House was clean and very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn M.

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

Great location, beautiful house

Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gill L.

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

Loved our stay

We loved the house. The beds were super comfy and we all had great sleeps. The house had an awesome layout with lots of space for the 5 of us, and 6 would have been fine too. Jed was a great host and punakaiki is a special place. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the setting. The house was such a gem in the most beautiful surroundings. The pancake stones were close by, the pub was just across the road, right beside the beach. It was paradise. The property was very clean and well maintained - we loved our stay there.

8/10 Good

Marion N.

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

Fab house excellent living spaces

Lovely house ….. only downside proximity to main road heavy truck noise but traffic limited overnight
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Perfect.

I can't rate this experience more highly. The place was immaculate, luxurious and at the foot of an incredible cliff/mountain in scenery that actually stole my breath. To use a couple inadequate words it was pure beauty. The receptionist was so welcoming and truer words than hers have not been spoken, "you'll regret only staying for one night". Thank you very much.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy D.

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

Great spot to relax

We’ll equipped, comfortable Bach in beautiful location. Very close to beach, local tavern & walks. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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

Great place to stay

Had everything we needed. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a very relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021