Enjoy the beach views from the spacious open plan living areas in our uniquely designed "bure" style bach. Bask in the sun on the front deck, or stroll across the front lawn to unspoiled Te Horo Beach. Great swimming in summer, beach walks all seasons.
In summer, enjoy al fresco meals with friends under the pergola in the pretty coastal garden. In winter, relax by the wood fire with a good book, board games, watch your favourite DVDs on the large curved screen TV. or just curl up on the window seat and watch the waves roll in.
Whatever the season, express your competitive spirit with pool, board game, or petanque (a glass of wine in hand).
With local ingredients from nearby farmers markets you can cook up a storm on the BBQ or in the well equipped kitchen. Or enjoy local cafes and restaurants. At risk to the waistline, it's a 15 minute stroll to Kirsty's bus-stop cafe in Sims Rd.
Stylishly furnished: go to sleep to the sound of the waves: beds are set up with quality linen, towels, and all you need do arrive and enjoy. 3 bedrooms in the house, and 2 bathrooms (1 ensuite). Bedroom 4 (sleepout attached to the garage) is currently in use for storage but queen bed may be available on request. Heaters and electric blankets keep the bedrooms warm
There is "work from home" space in the main bedroom, which also has its own TV.
Only an hour from Wellington on the expressway, or 10 minutes from Waikanae Rail Station, and ten minutes from Otaki's shopping village.
A great venue for a weekend away from the city, or an extended family reunion. Mature renters welcome; the house is less suitable for pre schoolers. Our base rates cover up to 4 guests, and a charge applies for additional guests up to the maximum of 7 adults plus child (on stretcher). The house is not available for parties or gatherings of guests beyond those in residence.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Beach view
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Events
No events allowed
We do not allow parties of any scale or form.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No single night stays
Mature renters only (adults over 30). Our house is loved by the family and we ask guests to be careful/ thoughtful in their use
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
Note from host: We do not allow parties of any scale or form.
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
About the area
Te Horo Beach
Located in Te Horo Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Otane Market and Coastlands Shoppingtown are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve and Kapiti Marine Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
Is Stylish beach front house with stunning views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Stylish beach front house with stunning views?
As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stylish beach front house with stunning views on 30 Nov 2026 start from AU$492, 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 Stylish beach front house with stunning views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Stylish beach front house with stunning views?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Stylish beach front house with stunning views?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Stylish beach front house with stunning views located?
Nestled on the beach, this Te Horo Beach holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Otaki Dog Park, Peka Peka Beach and Otaki Beach. Waikanae Beach and Otaki River Walks are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Had a wonderfully relaxing stay, swimming, playing petanque, and dining al fresco. This property is absolutely top notch, would book again in a heartbeat.
James C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2022
Thanks - so pleased that the weather was very conducive for outdoor dining!
Great view of the sea, easy access to beach with plenty of room.
Kevin S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2021
Thanks, pleased to hear that the house worked well for your family group.
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10/10 Excellent
Janet S.
28 Mar 2019
Lovely weekend at a great venue
Well appointed beach house with magnificent location and sea views.
Spacious and welcoming layout. The family really loved our stay here to attend a wedding nearby. I would recommend it for a 'Beach retreat' .
Janet S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks, it was a pleasure to have you to stay. Great that the spaces worked well for your family to get together.
This was our second time returning to Denise's beautiful Te Horo beach house and once again we had an absolutely wonderful experience. The house is beautiful, unique and well appointed with a beautiful location right on the beach with stunning views of Kapiti Island. The house is comfortable and we used the kayaks and body boards available at the house almost every day. We couldn't recommend Denise and her house more, for their flexibility and thoughtfulness. They even left a lovely little sand castle building Christmas gift for our four year old daughter. Thank you for a fantastic second stay, we hope to be back again in the future!
Listing doesn't do justice to the welcoming feel of the property! Perfect house in perfect locationMillion dollar views from deck area a stones throw from the beachWould give 6 star rating if could!Thanks for the letting us stay, will definitely be back
Harry S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2025
Thanks, always good to hear that we've helped an extended family have a great time together
You are very welcome to a future visit :)
Great relaxing place to stay on the Ocean. The owner was top notch and very helpful. She went out of her way to make sure our stay was awesome. The beach house had everything we needed and more. If I could give more than 5 stars I would!
Ke S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2024
Thanks Kevin for the lovely feedback and for leaving the house so clean and tidy - much appreciated. Do come back on your next visit.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
15 Nov 2011
a lovely property, beach and surroundings.
a lovely property, beach and surroundings. so much to do at the batch for all ages/everyone and we appreciated all the home comforts and extras (chocies & marshmellows), well provisioned and maintained - we would love to visit te horo again - it was beautiful, great memories
We had a weekend here - the house is perfect for a big group - with so much space for lounging and eating together. Its even more beautiful than the pictures and such a lovely sociable layout. Super clean, great communication from Denise and lots of little touches that made it extra special. We want to come back next year :)
We loved staying here -- the great views, kitchen, and spacious bedrooms were a great home base. It had everything we needed and we felt very at home with the generous welcome hamper! Excellent selection of reading materials and entertainment. Would recommend this for any group and hope to be back soon.
This place is amazing - right on the beach and a really well set out house with lots of space. a lovely welcome basket and lots of cupboard staples where there. great instructions. loved it so much we have booked again in a few months. Definitely a favourite!
Leigh H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2021
So pleased you enjoyed it and looking forward to welcoming you back.
What a lovely family long weekend (teens, parents, and elderly parents) celebrating an 86th birthday. Magic location with stunning sunsets, and a hop, skip and a jump to the beach for lovely long walks. Thanks for early/late check in/out, and for the wonderful basket of treats too.
We had one son fly from Ch Ch a daughter flew from Auckland and another daughter and son in law from Wgton with wee Misha ( 17/12)
Lovely home open fire and sea views
Thanks for letting us use your spices etc
Great get together in a lovely warm home and glorious sea views
Xx
Nina S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
You're welcome - so pleased it was an enjoyable family weekend.
My family enjoyed a wonderful long weekend. The house was very clean and had everything we needed, including a well appointed kitchen. The living/dining area was spacious, modern and had amazing views. The beach was steps away for walks and Otaki was a quick drive for supermarket etc. The outdoor patio and deck must be great in the summer! Host was very responsive.
Suzanne P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2024
So pleased you enjoyed it and hope we will see you back some time
Thank you so much Denise and Michael for having us in your beautiful beach house.
We were extremely impressed by your hospitality and your home.
The beds were comfortable and the house was very well equipped.
The view and location was perfect too.
We would highly recommend your property to anyone.
Kind regards,
Nicole and bridesmaids.
Nicole G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2022
Thanks Nicole
Hope your day was wonderful, despite the weather.
So pleased that you and the bridesmaids enjoyed your stay.
What a lovely place to stay with the family! Denise's communication was second to none, and despite the terrible weather we were unlucky enough to experience, there was still plenty of things to do over our stay. A lovely gift basket awaited us, and we enjoyed all the little extas that were available. There was a lovely kiddies playground just around the corner which we did get to once the weather fined up, and we enjoyed catching sharks off the beach!
Cheryl G.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2022
Thanks Cheryl, so pleased it worked out well with the little ones.
This lovely home is very well equipped with everything you need and more. The linen is nice quality. The gift basket was a lovely surprise and much appreciated. We hit some great weather with amazing sunsets. Hope to stay again one day
We were looking for a location for a quiet and peaceful stay with our immediate family, where we could relax together. This property ticked all the boxes and Denise the host was outstanding. It was perfect, the house is just brilliant, and the location right on the beach allowed us to enjoy the winter stay in comfort. The house is so well equipped, and the fire is great, we just didn’t stay long enough! We will be back, and for longer.
Lynda C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2021
Thanks Lynda, looking forward to hosting you again, and thanks for looking after the house so well. Always great to hear that a winter stay at the beach has its own delights :).
Loved the deck and upstairs floor! What a view! So peaceful- lovely stay and great communication
Zoe D.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2021
Thanks you and pleased you enjoyed it
It’s amazingly peaceful for less than an hour from Wellington!
About the host
Hosted by Denise
We live and work in central Wellington and escape to the Beach Retreat with friends and family whenever time permits! One of us is Kiwi born and the other originates from Hampshire, England. Our young adult daughter still enjoys the beach experience when she can be lured away from city life.
Why they chose this property
We love the house and area; we discovered the unique beachside settlement by visiting friends there. It's less than an hour from Wellington, but has a beachside village atmosphere, which leaves suburbia behind. We immediately loved the house when we saw it - unique architecture with its soaring ceiling and wide views to the sea. We enjoy summer, but equally curling up in front of the fire on a winters day is great too.