House in Invercargill City, Southland

Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf

Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf

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Sheltered front garden
Sun room / main bed - relax and unwind here!
The Norwegian log burner is a wee honey
Cosy nook in living room has fold out sofa /queen bed and skylight to watch the stars at night
walk from beach

Overview of Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Check out the area

Invercargill City, Southland
  • Popular LocationOreti Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTeretonga Raceway Park6 min drive
  • AirportInvercargill (IVC)12 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouthland Hospital14 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

living room

1 Double Futon

main bedroom / sunroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf

Just ten minutes drive from the centre of Invercargill, our crib is a cosy 1930’s cottage with beachside charm, part of a small settlement nestled in the sandhills of Oreti Beach on Foveaux Strait. The simple sprit of the NZ bach is here. Disconnect from all your electronic media ties and relax properly here! City convenience is close, yet the atmosphere is quiet and isolated. A view of bushy Stewart island and sandhills graces the kitchen and the sound of the surf will whoosh you off to sleep at night.

Our bach is a spot where you can have an uncomplicated summer holiday, a decent digital detox and get away from it all. No TV, no telephone, no internet 😊.
A short walk through the sand hills takes you right on to the beach, broadening to a huge expanse of sand at low tide, stretching for miles around to Riverton. Great to mountain bike, just walk, watch the seabirds and beachcomb. The surf is enjoyed by surfers, swimmers, paddlers, kite boarders and windsurfers. Otatara cafes and bars (Ziffs and The Cabbage Tree) are handy, as is Otatara Golf Course and Otatara bush walks / estuary walks.
The Bluff Oyster festival in May offers great food and music, or try the Burt Munro Challenge (summer) for unique motorbike races of all kinds . If you're in travel mode, the Coronet Peak and Remarkables skifields, lakes, adventure activities and stunning scenery of Fiordland National Park, Te Anau and Queenstown are only 2 hours drive away, flights to beautiful Rakiura / Stewart Island leave from the local airport and you are right on the "Southern Scenic Route" if touring the lovely South Coast and Catlins. Less energetically, you might just prefer to watch the sun set into the ocean from the plank seat on the sandhill or relax by the woodburner with an indulgent drink and a good book!

Accommodates four but can sleep extras on fold out beds in the living room.

No pet animals.
Pet rocks OK if they sleep outside.

Winter time; longer term rental deals negotiable, please enquire

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

Property manager

janell168
Premier Host
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

About the area

Oreti Beach

Located in Oreti Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Oreti Beach and Toetoes Bay, while Civic Theatre and Classic Motorcycle Mecca are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Otepuni Gardens and Splash Palace. Windsurfing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Oreti Beach - 3 min drive
  • Teretonga Raceway Park - 6 min drive
  • Southland Hospital - 14 min drive
  • Bill Richardson Transport World - 14 min drive
  • Burt Munro - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 12 min drive
  • Waxy O'Shea's Irish Pub - 11 min drive
  • Industry - 12 min drive
  • Kfc - 13 min drive
  • Tuatara Backpackers Lodge - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf located?

This family-friendly Oreti Beach holiday home is located on the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Oreti Beach and Teretonga Raceway Park. Otepuni Gardens and Splash Palace are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flying stay
Love this wee crib!!! We actually enjoyed that there was no cell service; just us enjoying the fire in the evening. We will definetly book this place again on our future travels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Trip Retreat
We stayed 4 nights and thought this Bach was great. It has the basics we needed and was very comfortable. The Night Sky is amazing and the Beach is so close. After 4 hard days at the Field days it was a nice quiet retreat. Young Families would love this place too. Thanks for sharing it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house
Really lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super friendly accomodation
Jane was lovely to deal with, set us up really well for a lovely night. Great location, spotty reception but a welcome online detox ☺️ highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An atmospheric crib in a beautiful location
We spent two nights at this Oreti Beach property. It was perfect for our requirements, comfortable and cosy. The proximity to the majestic Oreti Beach is a major attraction, and the property is also handy for Invercargill and the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by janell168

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Hi everyone! We are a family of four, myself my partner and our two teenaged children. We love the outdoors and like to spend free time enjoying the beautiful coast and mountains around Southland and Otago. We hope you will enjoy staying at our beach camp as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

By the sea, a little haven of comfort amongst wild nature and the elements…

What makes this property unique

2 hrs drive from Queenstown, skifields, beautiful Fiordland and 3hrs from Dunedin

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