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Okuru 81 Comfortable beach house

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A view through a window with a sandy path leading to a grassy area and a body of water.
A dining table with plates and wine glasses, positioned near a window with a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a dark blue sofa, a wooden coffee table with books, a red chair, and a kitchen area in the background.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and dishwasher, wooden cabinets, and a small window.
A single-story building with a red roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and flowers.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Explore the area

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Okuru, Haast
  • Place, Jackson Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Haast Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Haast Visitor Centre
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Okuru 81 Comfortable beach house

Our modern bach is a great base for river, coastal and forest activities. Close to the Okuru River and the Tasman Sea with gorgeous sunsets and mountain vistas our bach is your perfect holiday getaway. Fishing, hunting or whitebaiting areas are a short walk or just relax and enjoy this warm and comfortable base. Plenty of room for the whole family with all the comforts of home, 3 bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, full kitchen with dishwasher, gas hob and hot water and open plan living You may never want to go home!

Our bach is just off the main road in the small township of Okuru only ten minutes from Haast and the DOC World Heritage Visitor Centre. Numerous DOC walking tracks are close by with Jacksons Bay only 30km away.

Please remember to take your own linen (eg) towels and sheets and pillow cases. There are two double beds and 3 single beds.

Okuru is 2 hours south of Franz Josef, 2 hours north of Wanaka.
Special conditions:
Smoking is permitted outside only.
No pets allowed
Minimum of 2 nights stay.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house including toilets and shower, and do the dishes before you leave; Please take all your rubbish with you.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Important information

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Property # 20016895
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
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

About the area

Haast

Located in Haast, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Aotearoa Gemstones is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Te Wahipounamu and Jackson Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and mountain climbing.
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Okuru, Haast

What's nearby

  • Jackson Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Haast Beach - 21 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Haast Visitor Centre - 26 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Waita Beach - 32 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Ship Creek Lookout - 42 min drive - 32.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Hard Antler - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Spiker Cafe - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Crepe & Snow - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Haast Eagle Tuckshop - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Grumpy Cow Cafe - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Okuru 81 Comfortable beach house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Okuru 81 Comfortable beach house?

As of 12 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Okuru 81 Comfortable beach house on 13 Nov 2026 start from AU$499, 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 Okuru 81 Comfortable beach house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Okuru 81 Comfortable beach house?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Okuru 81 Comfortable beach house?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Okuru 81 Comfortable beach house located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Jackson Bay and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Hapuka Estuary Walk. Hannah's Beach and Jackson Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for us, everything we needed, and Nicky is super responsive. Great place for anyone wanting to explore the Haast region.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely views of the ocean and Open Bay Islands. Clean house with a great location. Good cooking facilities and a lovely place to chill.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2026
Hi Gabriel Im pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Regards Nicky
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our group of 6 friends loved staying at the Bach. It had everything we needed and we were constantly surprised at how well stocked it was with utensils and other essentials (even a bug zapper). The second toilet with our large group was definitely a plus.We did several walks along the beach over the week we were there and found it to be the perfect location to stay for our adventure activities on the Haast Pass.Thank you for the wonderful stay and memories.P.S. All the beds were super super comfy.Kylie
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful spot

Lovely place in a wonderfully remote location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2023
Hi Richard I'm pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Awesome view and area! Also nice a cozy and warm!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

Property was perfect, clean and tidy with heaps of room outside and inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We will be back!

Great property. location is perfect to explore the region. very warm and comfortable beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay with the family. Awesome location.

Great communication with owner. Very tidy and comfortable. The sunset was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2023
Hi Quinn I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay Nicky
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to relax

A comfortable and welcoming beach house set in stunning landscape. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb 2023
I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect holiday

Lovely clean home, had everything we needed. Close to doing lots of outdoor activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Perfect place for relaxing or exploring the area. So much to do for the outdoor enthusiasts. House had everything you need. It was super clean. Would go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2023
Pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Westcoast

had a great few days on the coast with a great place to stay. everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2024
Im glad to hear that you had a good time. Hopefully I well hear from you again next year
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed

Enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing trip to Okuru

Okuru house was prefect for us 3 fishermen, good kitchen, lounge, bedrooms and shower facilities. Plenty of parking for our fishing boat and magic views of historic Open Bay island
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Comfy bach in a great location.

A true home away from home in a great position to explore the southern end of the Westcoast. Beaches, swimming, tramping, fishing all mere minutes away. The house has everything you could want with a large kitchen, modern bathrooms and comfortable lounge area. A lovely quiet spot to spend Christmas with plenty to do should you wish!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Hi Thanks very much for your review. I'm pleased that you enjoyed your stay at our little place in paradise
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome well equipped bach

Lots of great walks some challenging, experienced all weathers. Beautiful scenery. House warm and well set out.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb 2024
Hi Michelle. I'm please that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place and spot

No issues
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Hidden Gem

Great location if you are rock hunting, whitebaiting, fishing. We stayed in late January so missed the season. Town is a short drive away. Internet was intermittent. There was no wifi but we were told that. We needed to take our own bedding and take our rubbish away with us. Perfect place to stay if you want to get away from society
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Well equipped and comfortable property right on the beach

Everything you need to enjoy a break from the business of life, warm, comfortable property with fully equipped kitchen and two bathrooms. It's right on the beach, which is great for beach walks and just looking out into the ocean. It doesn't have cell phone coverage or wifi, so it's a total break from the outside world! It is only about 2 hours drive to Fox Glacier and the drive up the coast is spectacular, so it's well worth considering basing yourself here if you want to visit the nearby attractions. Bring your own supplies, as the nearby shops have the basics, but nothing too fancy.The property has a good kitchen and even a slow cooker, so you can come home to a hot delicious meal at the end of your sightseeing day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Hi Susan Im pleased you enjoyed your stay. Regards Nicky
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Loved our stay

We loved the 4 days we spent here. It rained a lot but it didn’t stop us from doing what we had “planned!” My husband did try to change our booking to 2 days but the owner got a little snippy with us since it was a “big” weekend (Waitangi). Understandable. We did check how many other bookings there were for this property around this time - we saw one other. Not so busy. We also received all the information on how to get into the home… and assumed we had paid the total for 4 days. A few days before we were to arrive at the house we received an email about final payment. We ignored it thinking it was a scam. The day before arriving at the home we received another notification about missing payment and realized we had not paid the full amount. The final payment was promptly made. No problem. The final straw was getting another snippy email about how lucky we’d been to make the final payment because we would have been cancelled!!!!! Seriously, we wouldn’t have been overly concerned if we had been cancelled. What I found interesting was the tone of the “warnings!” If that is how a “Host” behaves I hope others run from her! Not a pleasant experience. We’ve been on the road since mid July 2022. We’ve had no issues with any Hosts!! This “Host’s” behavior was uncalled for. Please consider and be mindful of your tone when dealing with people. You don’t know the age of your guests, their computer/phone skills, their availability to wifi and phone service….
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Okuru

Great property, great location. Will be back!! 👍😊
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning sunsets

Great location near the estuary. Amazing sunsets
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great place

exellent just what we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

Great wee home with everything you need. Fantastic spot and great for the kids having the estuary right there to swim. House is warm, clean and tidy. Love the covers over the windows being able to open them up without worrying about the mozzies coming in! Nicky was easy to communicate with and we will no doubt be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

mint spot

Easy peasy...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nicky Main

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What makes this property unique

Fishing, hunting and whitebaiting on your doorstep. Great bush walks and sunsets

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