Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Washer
Parking available
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

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Karamea, West Coast

Place, Karamea Estuary Walk
‪18 min drive‬
Place, Karamea Beach
‪21 min drive‬
Place, Kahurangi National Park
‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Granite Creek Eco Retreat is an eco-friendly, off-grid, self-sufficient home set between Kahurangi National Park and the Tasman Sea. Perched on a knoll at the edge of the park, it offers stunning views, abundant birdlife, spectacular stargazing, and breathtaking sunsets — all creating a powerful sense of peaceful isolation.
The space
I personally built this house recently with the future in mind. Designed to be passive and self-sufficient, it harnesses natural elements to maintain a steady temperature year-round and relies on the sun for heating, electricity, and hot water. When the weather cools, you can fire up the Rayburn wood burner for extra warmth, additional hot water, and the perfect slow-cooked casserole.

A 50 m² deck with stunning views makes outdoor living a pleasure, and the fire bath offers a relaxing soak to end the day.

The house is located near some of the best white-baiting spots in the country and less than 10 km from two boat ramps and multiple beach access points — ideal for fishers and surfers alike.

Karamea township is 8 km to the north and offers great food options, including The Dutch Oven Bakery, Vinnies Cafe, The Village Hotel, and The Last Resort. You’ll also find a Four Square, a hardware store, and an information centre that sells fuel.

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washing machine

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Just leave the house unlocked with the keys on the bench.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Property # 20201197

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About the area

Karamea

Karamea is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Karamea Estuary Walk and Karamea Beach.

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Karamea, West Coast

What's nearby

Karamea Estuary Walk - 18 min drive - 13.6 km
Karamea Beach - 21 min drive - 15.1 km
Kahurangi National Park - 27 min drive - 17.3 km
Charming Creek Walkway - 59 min drive - 69.2 km

Getting around

Westport (WSZ) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

‪Vinnie's coffee in the yurt - ‬13 min drive
‪Little Wanganui Hotel - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. located?

Situated in Karamea, this holiday home is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Karamea Estuary Walk and 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Karamea Beach. Oparara Arch and Box Canyon Cave are also within 25 miles (40 km).

About the host

Hosted by Aaron

What makes this property unique

I personally built this house recently with the future in mind. With a passive, self sufficient design it utilizes the elements for a steady temperature all year round and uses the sun for heating, electricity and hot water. When it gets colder you can crank the Rayburn wood burner for extra heat, hot water and that slow cooked casserole.
A 50 m2 deck with stunning views makes outdoor living very pleasurable along with a fire bath for a good soak at the end of the day.
The house is located down the road from some of the best white baiting spots in the country and less than 10 km from 2 boat ramps and numerous beach accesses so fisher people and surfers welcome.

Languages:

English

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