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The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront

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.

Overview of The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront

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

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

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Haumoana, Hawkes Bay
  • Popular LocationHaumoana Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationElephant Hill Estate Winery5 min drive
  • Popular LocationNapier Beach10 min drive
  • AirportNapier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)27 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.

Property manager

Diane Reefman

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

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

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 some of the area's activities can be experienced at Beach House Wines and Elephant Hill Estate Winery. Consider Napier Soundshell for a night out or Pekapeka Wetlands if you're travelling with kids. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Haumoana, Hawkes Bay

What's nearby

  • Haumoana Beach - 2 min walk
  • Elephant Hill Estate Winery - 5 min drive
  • Napier Beach - 10 min drive
  • Marine Parade - 12 min drive
  • Mission Estate Winery - 20 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Brave Brewing - 10 min drive
  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Te Awanga Estate - 5 min drive
  • Askerne Winery - 6 min drive
  • No.5 Cafe & Larder - 6 min drive

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).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house!! Beach for a back yard. How good.
We had a great stay at Di’s home!! We will stay again when we’re there next!! Your back yard is the beach. Saw orcas chasing stingrays on one of the morning. Unbelievable!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Not without issues but still a great stay and lovely host.
We are a family of 2 adults and 3 children and stayed at this property for 5 weeks. Overall, it was enjoyable. The house is warm and cozy and had everything we needed. This is a great space for shorter term stays as there are a few negatives such as the layout of the house (one room does not have a door for privacy), lack of storage, and shared spaces such as a clothesline, and BBQ area. The towels and linen were old and thin. Pillows could be updated. There is no clothes dryer which we found inconvenient for the cooler weather. The neighbor's dogs bark consistently during the day which put a damper on our stay. I would recommend asking specifically what spaces will be available to you during your stay as the photos in the description are of the entire property which is also occupied by the owner for her personal and business use. With that being said, the owner was very considerate of our privacy, and I even booked a healing massage with her which was a real treat! Communication with the owner was also great and very friendly. The location of this property is close to Cape Kidnappers and some spectacular wineries.
Stayed 36 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adriaan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful stay
Peaceful with the beach in the backyard. Central to other beaches and relatively close to Havelock North. Di is a friendly and outstanding guest. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas holiday
Fabulously rustic, quirky and spacious allowing a us all to chill out and relax and not get under each others feet with plenty of beach to to explore as well as the house
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Owen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Very nice, tidy, spacious and welcoming... the epitome of a kiwi retro bach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

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 house, and can vacate for large groups for short stays, so you have the whole property to yourselves. 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.
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