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The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront

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Main house on right, small studio left. Large studio close to sea is hosts home
 Lovely big deck with sea views. Open plan sunrise Queen room opens onto deck.
House deck - morning sun - view of Cape Kidnappers. BBQ on deck
Deck with planters, little shed in background is outside toilet and basin.
Bedroom 1 this photo without single bed.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Haumoana, Hawkes Bay
  • Haumoana Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Elephant Hill Estate Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Napier Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

+1
1 Queen Bed, 3 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront

Ideal for a relaxing stay at a home away from home. Two night minimum stay.
Twenty mins from Hastings, Napier and Havelock North, five mins to international standard wineries, restaurants and cafes; Cleaview Estate, Te Awanga Estate, Elephant Hill and Hygge Cafe, and a short drive to internationally acclaimed Cape Kidnappers Golf Course. Very close to river fishing and surf casting sites, and the sea at the end of the garden for swimming when conditions are calm. Large enough to accommodate bigger groups, some on mattresses "marae style", but with many private nooks and crannies for relaxing, and an outside shower and funky hang out space/BBQ area straight off the beach. Sleeping spaces are flexible and some open plan. Three bedrooms have closed doors other spaces open plan. Speak directly with host to organise couples and singles sleeping spaces appropriate to your needs. Oct - June $350 for 4, $65 each extra person per night plus $150 cleaning and $150 linen fee.
Special conditions:
Two night minimum stay, five nights over Christmas/New Year period. Considerable discount for one month or more. Smoking allowed outside only. Extra outside toilet/basin and outside shower. Negotiate estimated time of arrival. Fully fenced, with gates front and back. Guests expected to leave property tidy, furniture returned to where it was, and benches clear of dishes. Not suitable for dogs.
Owner lives and works in the large studio situated at the beach end of the property. She can vacate the property for short term large groups and Xmas/New Year, but prefers to stay for small group long term stays.
Tahu, the resident cat on property, will need to be fed and petted by guests, when host is off the property, but will stay in the hosts accommodation.
Four Square mini supermarket, Fish n Chips/Chinese takeaway, Bar, coffee cart and cafe nearby.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only. Dispose of butts in rubbish.

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Haumoana

Located in Haumoana, this holiday home is on the beach. Hawke's Bay Opera House and Birdwoods Gallery are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market and Hastings City Growers Market. Pekapeka Wetlands and Splash Planet are also worth visiting. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Haumoana, Hawkes Bay

What's nearby

  • Haumoana Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Elephant Hill Estate Winery - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Napier Beach - 13 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Splash Planet - 13 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Marine Parade - 16 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪No5 Cafe & Larder - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brave Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Browndog Espresso - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Three Wise Birds - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Haumoana Coffee - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront located?

Nestled on the beach, this Haumoana holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Haumoana Beach, Beach House Wines and Elephant Hill Estate Winery. Clearview Estate and Pekapeka Wetlands are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Diane Reefman

Host profile image
Kia Ora, I'm Di, Hastings born and bred, travelled, massage therapist, childbirth educator. I live on the property in another studio away from the main house. I have created a fun and colourful space , with a real retro feel, that I love to share with folk who appreciate the kiwi bach experience.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this property in 1996 for its location on the beachfront and the many buildings on it, creating an interesting space to develop into a quirky living space to house my extensive retro collection of furniture and stuff from many eras. It has a wonderful ambience, combining open plan living with privacy. The neighbourhood is friendly and the cul de sac location is quiet and inviting.

What makes this property unique

Real kiwi bach experience with the comfort of a fully equipped home. Funky hangout space/BBQ area. Groovy retro decor.

Languages:

English