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Castlepoint Escape - Mustering Hut

Holiday home in Castlepoint with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
North view from lounge
One of four decks
Master bedroom
Kitchen with sheltered barbecue deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Castle Point, Castlepoint
  • Place, Castlepoint Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Castlepoint Lighthouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Castlepoint Rock
    ‪21 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

1/ Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2/ Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3/ Mezzanine

1 Double Bed

4/ Lower level Guest Suite

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Lounge

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Castlepoint Escape - Mustering Hut

Wi-Fi has recently been installed so now you can work remotely while enjoying the comfort of this house and the beauty of Castlepoint

Luxurious multi level house. Open plan living with modern furnishings, two heat pumps making the house warm in winter and cool in summer. Wide views of Castlepoint Bay yet close to beach. There is a lift from ground level to main living area. Four decks surround house with covered barbecue deck providing shelter for any condition.

Lower level includes comfortable self contained flat, ensuite bathroom and patio. Upper floor has two bedrooms, bathroom, lounge, dining and kitchen areas. Mezzanine floor has spectacular views and includes office/ bedroom.

Castlepoint has a store. There are many good walks, good boat and reef fishing, rock pools and caves. A nine hole golf course is nearby. A short drive away to Historic Tinui Village with musuem, craftshop and country pub dining.




Two Night Minimum Stay
Three Night Minimum Stay on Public Holiday Weekends
Five Night Minimum Stay in January
Public Holiday Weekends @ Peak Rate

Large; Flat Sceen TV with DVD player. ~~

SKY TV Including Sport channels. ~~

2* Heat pumps - Warm in winter - Cool in Summer. ~~

Linen can be supplied for a fee. ------

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Only paying guests unless we agree in writing.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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: Only paying guests unless we agree in writing.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Castlepoint

Castlepoint is home to this holiday home. Castlepoint Lighthouse and Castlepoint Rock are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Castlepoint Beach and Otahome Beach. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Map
Castle Point, Castlepoint

What's nearby

  • Castlepoint Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castlepoint Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Riversdale Beach - 53 min drive - 65.3 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Park - 53 min drive - 84.8 km
  • Karaka Reserve - 53 min drive - 65.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whakataki Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪castlepoint store - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Castlepoint Escape - Mustering Hut pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Castlepoint Escape - Mustering Hut?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castlepoint Escape - Mustering Hut?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Castlepoint Escape - Mustering Hut located?

Situated in Castlepoint, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Castlepoint Beach and Castlepoint Lighthouse. Castlepoint Rock is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beau F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay, everything and more than we expected. Fantastic hosts, clear communication. Absolutely will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caro W.

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

Lovely place to relax

Plenty of space to relax, and a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Great place and location.

We had a great stay. Great place in a fantastic location. Lovely and warm. Big house that soaked up our big group.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

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

Castlepoint Haven

Wonderful property, well suited for a family holiday. Hosts were very easy to contact and most helpful. A ver enjoyable time away was spent by our whole family. Highly recommend bookabach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

alistair P.

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

Great

very comfortable, great views
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

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

Family time

Great property - photos don’t do it justice. Well equiped and great location. Good for family groups
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teyah M.

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

Get away

Awesome house we will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Joe C.

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

A good place to stay

Spacious and very well equipped. Lovely views. Elevated. Recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Veronica A.

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

Castle Point

Mustering Hut met our needs perfectly for a family weekend at Castle Point. The house is very well equipped with a great barbeque, comfortable beds and superb views from the main living room. Thanks for a great stay. Veronica
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ange W.

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

Wonderful getaway spot

This property has everything you need for a great break away. It is well set up for a big group with comfy sleeping arrangements and multiple areas for hanging out. The views are gorgeous and there are several areas to sit and relax abd catch the sun at different times of day. Well located and close to the beach and shops. Hosts were warm and welcoming. Totally recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard H., Palmerston North

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

Best in Castlepoint!

Great house and location. Well equipped and very spacious. Lift access makes it much easier to get gear in and out. The perfect house for a family get together or a weekend away with friends. Thanks again Robert!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, clean rooms, great view, the facilities were top shelf.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay as always
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant stay! Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver L.

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

Great spot

Lovey views. Lots of space and well equipped. Robert was super easy to deal with also.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

Beautiful

Views gorgeous....everything you need is there...
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin t.

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

A quality property

What a fabulous property. Great views, wonderful furnishings and fantastic hosts. I have stayed in many hotels, motels and apartments and this beautiful home is right up there with the best.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louisa n.

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

Awesome home!

We always love our stays here - perfectly set up for families, stunning views, everything you need! Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

john P.

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

Awesome

Lovely house, great spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina b.

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

Fantastic family holiday

Beautiful house with all of the amenities required to enjoy a family holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

Liked: Location

The area was very family friendly

Would have been nice to have instructions for the oven, couldn't get it to work, and maybe some basic things in the kitchen eg cooking oil, coffee
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

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

Team Builder Event

Awesome facilities with plenty of room and well catered for Highly Recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

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

Great stay!

Comfortable, clean, well appointed house, suited our large friends and family very well. Close to the beach and lovely views. Highly recommended. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Mini vacation

Fantastic ! We loved our tume at Castle Point and the accomodation was very comfortable and ticked apl the boxes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody M.

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

Friends get together

Windy but a cool house to spread out in and enjoy! Loved the armchairs in the corner window.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by RobertC

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What makes this property unique

Covered barbecue deck with roll down sides, ideal for protection from the hot sun or inclement weather.

We are sure that you and your friends will enjoy the quality of this house and the beauty of Castlepoint.

Languages:

English

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