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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

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Haumoana, Hawkes Bay
  • Place, Haumoana Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Beach House Wines
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Marine Parade
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪20 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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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 near a water park and 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 horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Haumoana, Hawkes Bay

What's nearby

  • Haumoana Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Beach House Wines - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Napier Beach - 10 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Marine Parade - 14 min drive - 16.7 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 15 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Brave Brewing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Farmhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Three Wise Birds Garden Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Browndog Espresso - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Te Mata Figs Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront ?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront on 3 Jan 2027 start from AU$263, 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 The Rustic Retreat - Relaxing Beachfront ?

On-site parking is available at the 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

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

Great location

Loved the location , I would recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dane K.

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

Awesome stay!

Thanks Di. Amazing host!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N.

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

Great cosy property

Lovely & clean. Great location for the beach. Nice & cosy with the fire and lots of room outside. Host set the kids up in an outside room to themselves & it worked great! Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayden S.

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

Work trip

Great property. 3 staff stayed for a month.
Stayed 32 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arlo A.

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

exemplary host, eclectic abode, excellent location

Our family of four (kids 2 & 5) really enjoyed our stay here for a whole month. Diane was very friendly, easy to contact, flexible (we extended our stay) & helpful (she loaned us her car when we locked the keys in ours :o ) The space is cosy, has style and can hold a crowd. Lots of sheets, towels, bedding, pillows available. Well equipped kitchen. We had my parents over to stay and all six of us had ample room. A perfect beach holiday spot down a quiet cul-de-sac. Great access to the beach (at the end of the garden), walking distance to local shops and cafes. Vinyards all around. Short drive to Havelock North, Hastings, Napier. We enjoyed the superb Hastings Farmer's Market on Sundays, Art after dark in Napier, driving quiet country roads to Waimarama beach. Thank you Di!
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S.

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

Thanks so much for a lovely experience at the rustic retreat

Lovely stay - beautiful location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace S.

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

Amazing beach holiday

We loved staying at Di’s place it was very clean and super cute. She was very accommodating for our group and we had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renata M.

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

Lovely place

Haumoana is a must go! Diana is a good host and the house offers plenty of space for hanging out and relaxing, with a good barbecue area and great shower next to the barbecue area. The house has access to the beach, making the stay very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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

On the beach at Xmas

Back gate opens onto Haumoana Beach, ok gravel and stones but seriously, all to ourselves even with the great weather we had. Swam several times a day, sometimes rough but never dangerous. Bach had more than enough beds and we could spread out. Outdoor shower and toilet if we wanted, as well as a BBQ area down near the beach access. Shops and pub 1km down beach, Te Awanga restaurant/cafe 6km. Lots to see/do in Napier, Hastings, Havelock North all 20 min by car. Two bikes on site, worked well but could use a pump and some oil. Oven had a meltdown at Christmas-time so Host showed up with Micro oven and we managed. Enjoyed our family Xmas.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lou H.

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

An amazing spot!

We had a blast staying at the Rustic Retreat. Highly recommend. Super awesome spot, clean and a home away from home. Great for our big group running the half marathon. Amazing, prompt communication from Di the owner. Everything you need to enjoy while exploring or relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kieran B.

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

Diannes Gem

Diannes place is a fantasic place, open style and very welcoming! 30 steps to the beach and back for an outdoor shower and beers around the outdoor table along with some backyard cricket. Thank you so much for having us and we will see you again soon :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan P.

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

Great Place to Stay

Thanks Di, our stay was really great. So awesome being right on the beach and in the wonderful Haumoana environment. Recommend staying in this very unique place.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor B.

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

Great location

Clean place with plenty of room for a large group, great location on the beach and only walking distance from the vineyards.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It was rustic.

It was rustic. Bach-like but plenty of room. Close to beach. Loved the outdoor shower and brazier. Plenty of firewood and heaters so no problem staying in winter - we were there QB weekend. Muschka the cat gave it a very homely feel.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rustic Retreat is an ideal place for a real summer bach feel.

Rustic Retreat is an ideal place for a real summer bach feel. Lovely location. Ideal for 13 people for the hot summer months, but only 7 people for the colder months.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

An awesome time was had.

An awesome time was had. We had a big group (10 people) and Rustic Retreat was able to accomodate us all. The bach was exactly what we wanted.....simple, by the beach, bbq.....a great place to kick back and enjoy the summer. Di was a great and made sure all our needs were catered for. Mooshca the Cat was also lovely, ensuring lots of hugs were given out!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Annie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean but dated

Di did a good job keeping the property clean, but the house itself is quite dated and the quality is pretty average. For the price we paid, I’d expect more than what it has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Xing L.

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

Rustic Retreat

Wow what a place! Rustic design was very impressive and creates a very nice relaxing feel. Separate living quarters allowed for good spacing for larger groups. Di was a great host and easy to deal with!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Haumoana family fun

Thanks Di Everything went really well. We had lots of fun with our group aged 18 months to 90 years old. Really comfortable, really clean, great location and we all enjoyed your quirky collection of art inside and out.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah G.

Runners paradise

We were a group of 10 who came down to Hawkes Bay to run the marathon. Di’s place was in the perfect location close to this finish line and on the beach front. It fit our entire group comfortably. The fireplace was superb and kept us all warm and toasty post race. Di has furnished the property with a great collection of eclectic and interesting art and knick knacks, adding to the properties character. The house was clean, beds comfortable and everything we needed supplied. The perfect place to catch up with friends from around the country!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

About the host

Hosted by Diane Reefman

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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.

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