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Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

Explore the area

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Dunedin City, Otago
  • Place, Larnach Castle
    ‪24 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)

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About the area

Dunedin

At this holiday home you'll be within a 10-minute walk of The Fletcher House and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Larnach Castle. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features a balcony, a sofa bed and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room and an iron/ironing board are also available. .In the area of this Broad Bay holiday home, you'll find University of Otago.
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What's nearby

  • St. Clair Beach - 24 min drive - 15.7 km
  • The Octagon - 25 min drive - 17.1 km
  • University of Otago - 27 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 27 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 29 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 17 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Baaa Sports Bar & Cafe - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪St David Cafe - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Hell Pizza - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Nau mai! Haere mai! Craftsman built home in 4 acres of garden and revegetated native bush gives you all the home comforts in a stunning rural seaside setting. (The dawn chorus is outstanding!)

Situated in Broad Bay, 'Waiata Manu' offers you opportunities to re-energise amid the tranquil surroundings of bush, beach and sea. Or you can explore the best of the recreation and wildlife opportunities this beautiful area offers.

Under the Kiwi bach tradition (and as we do not live near the property) you are asked to:
Bring your own sheets, towels and pillowcases.
Clean the house for the next people when you leave.
This house is not serviced and the price reflects this.

The house is owner-built on four levels to reduce impact on the site and boasts a solid wood kitchen and 2 log fires for heating (one in the kitchen-dining room, one in the large living room). You can enjoy stunning views from extensive decks and indulge in the ready made library and board game selection. The house was furnished using the finest of pre-loved items to reduce our environmental impact. (Check out the Crown Lynn and Temuka collection!). Firewood is supplied and you are asked to replace what you use from the woodshed.

One bedroom has a Queen bed and loft bed above. The second bedroom has 2 divan beds with loft bed above. The mezzanine above the main living room has a pull out sofa bed with extra queen mattress (under Queen bed) for added comfort. The house can sleep a total of about 8. There are several spare single mattresses and there are plenty of spare duvets and pillows. The bathroom is on the kitchen level and boasts a full length bath, also a shower, basin and separate toilet.

Walking tracks from the back of the house allow access to views of Aramoana and the open ocean from the firewood plantation at the top of the section.

Please note that this is a work-in-progress and 3 of the internal staircases have handrails but no vertical balusters and so this may make the house not suitable for very small children.

Enjoy the stunning location, appreciate the flora and fauna, relax in comfort in our superior decor, value the aesthetic and let us know how we can make it even better.
Nau mai Haere Mai

Special conditions:

When driving on Otago Peninsula do not assume your GPS shows actual roads! Download our instructions for detail on routes.

The driveway is a challenge for some, but no problem when you keep your speed up. You may want to inspect it before you drive up. Turn around at top. Do not bring towing vehicles up.

House is on 4 levels so there are stairs! House is a work in progress so vertical balusters are not yet present on 3 flights of stairs.This may be an issue for young children.
Usual reply within 48 hours.

Remember: you need to bring your own linen and clean the house ready for the next people.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Craftsman Built House Provides Stunning Retreat Dunedin City
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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat?

The closest beach to Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat is St. Clair Beach (10.9 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat on 4 Nov 2025 start from NZ$170.0, 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.

Does Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat?

No, Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 208 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oscar T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Neat property, great library, wonderful location to penguins and albatross centers. Fortunately for me my son is skilled at building fires and chopping wood which kept us warm.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mel P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A absolute piece of paradise, most extraordinary views if walk to the top of property, house had all you need and more, i would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house

Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthea F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing retreat.

We had such a great 2 night stay. Super cozy and warm, everything well described, great location and a perfect, relaxing retreat. Thank you for creating such a beautiful space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

The location is perfect. It is a short, picturesque drive from Dunedin's CBD, giving you easy access to the rest of the peninsular. The house is nestled amongst trees on a very large section, which adds to feeling that you have escaped the hustle and bustle of the outside world. The layout of the house is quirky and fun. The lounge is super comfortable and contains an extensive library of interesting books. I wish I had booked for longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Yaroslava P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A hidden house in the forest.

This house offers a peaceful escape from the noise of everyday life. The location is absolutely stunning, with a quiet, and beautiful view of the harbour. Close to the Albatros centre and the Larnach Castle. It's perfect for anyone looking to unwind with a great collection of movies and music that made evenings especially enjoyable.Just one thing to note: you’ll need to bring your own linens
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

William S.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe v., Fairlie

Liked: Cleanliness

Dunedin getaway

Great place to stay. The kids and I loved staying in this house with its great views. The garden area was fun for exploring.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely 2 night stay on Dunedin Peninsula

Self check in was easy, as was finding the cottage. We loved the peaceful location, bird life, views, the library, and great CD collection! We enjoyed self-catering and sitting by the fire in theevening.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon C.

Fiona

Very peaceful, loved the birds and privacy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arron C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene Comfort

Relaxed stay in a beautiful home. Amazing design/layout. Trees and birds... swaying and singing. Great base to explore Okatou. Considerate hosts, very patient and helpful when an earlier problem arose for previous booking. Deeply appreciated. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful getaway

Stayed with a few friends over the weekend. It was so lovely; the views, the surrounding bush and the sense of retreat. The library is amazing if you are a literary geek. Loved all of the detail in the woodwork. Unfortunately one of us snapped her achilles the day before and I will say that the property is tricky to navigate in crutches. But we had a great time - thank to Portobello Pub for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Unique treehouse-like bach

We had a great time at this bach, we loved being out on the peninsula but close enough to Dunedin to enjoy the best of both. The split levels weren’t ideal for my husband on crutches, but that was my bad as it was clearly explained in the listing. Our son loved the loft bed and we all enjoyed the wood burners, harbour views and native birdsong. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Do not stay here if you have a regular car and want to park on-site. The track to the house is very steep down and then up again. After rain our car got stuck and it cost $300 to get it towed out. The owners live hours away in the north island and were no help. We The house is old and relies on the cleaning of the previous guest. The internal stairs have only partial railings, do not comply with building regulations and are dangerous. We left as soon as we could.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous spot

This was a lovely spot to stay in, gorgeous views and birdsong. Felt like a real peninsula experience before you even left the house. Amazing selection of books. Could probably stay here a year and not run out of things to read. Fire is great and there was plenty of firewood. We're soft northerners and didn't have the knack of stoking the fire to last the night so mornings were a bit chilly until we got the fire going again. An oil column heater with a thermostat would be great for backup overnight. The driveway was a bit intimidating at first but we didn't actually have any trouble. If we come back we might choose a 4wd rental car just for the reassurance. Kitchen was well equipped and we were able to cook up some nice big meals very happily.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sasha s.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Lovley

Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Donn & Janet

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fires, unique construction and location. Driveway was impossible at this time of year don't arrive after dark! In the end we parked at end of drive and walked! Uncared for feel inside, curtains coming off hooks, kitchen grubby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Loved it. Great place with lovely surroundings. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house

Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot for a bit of R & R

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Location felt secluded while still being handy to Dunedin. Will definitely stay again! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Glenn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Unique style of the house and very quiet setting private with the natural beauty right up to the house.Two fireplaces added bonus created a cosy atmosphere. Little tight on the driveway for turning larger vehicles.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nature retreat

Beautiful spot snuggled amongst nature with amazing views of Broad Bay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bohemian paradise

A wonderful and magical space, all sorts of levels and outdoor spaces, great book selection, we'd love to come back! Driveway is exciting...
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Amy H., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely forest bach

The bach has a great view and is remote. However it’s only 20 minutes drive from the city. It’s reasonably clean, very quiet and well stocked with books to entertain. The bedrooms are upstairs (bathroom is downstairs). The driveway was a problem on the wet day because of the grass and dirt, but we parked on the street those days. It is a steep driveway with VERY little area to turn around. Any larger vehicles won’t be able to turn. 4WD recommended on wet days. I presume because the owners don’t live nearby that it hasn’t had a deep clean in a while. A few cobwebs didn’t bother us but it would have been nicer if the trees had been maintained as they are a bit overgrown now. Still we had a great visit and the house was very nice. I recommend staying.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024