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Kakanui Cube

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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On the beach
Exterior
Interior
Dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$477
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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Kakanui, kakanui
  • Place, Te Hakapureirei Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

Kakanui

At this holiday home, you'll be 4.8 km (3 mi) from Te Hakapureirei Beach and 12.2 km (7.6 mi) from Totara Estate. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features a fireplace, a living room and a fenced private garden. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Kakanui holiday home include Totara Estate and St Lukes Anglican Church.
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What's nearby

  • Te Hakapureirei Beach - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Oamaru Harbour - 19 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 19 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Steampunk HQ - 20 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 21 min drive - 17.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Coast - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Purton’s Cafe and Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coast Cafe U0026 Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alma - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Seaview Cafe - ‬5 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.

Kakanui Cube

This gorgeous contemporary house has everything you need for a fantastic beach holiday or short stay in Kakanui. There are 2 bedrooms with super king bed in master and 2 singles in the guest room.

The section is fully secure with off-street parking. You have the whole place to yourself.

Kakanui is about 15 minutes from Oamaru along a very scenic coastal road.

There is a corner store with some takeaway food and a bottle store. Brydone wholefoods is only 5 minutes away with a nice selection of produce. There are supermarkets and many great restaurants 15 minutes away in Oamaru. You also have one of the very best restaurants within half an hour - Riverstone Kitchen just north of Oamaru.
There is a well equipped kitchen if you want to eat in. We recommend the farmers market in Oamaru if you’re here on a Sunday.

Special conditions:
This is our beach home and we love to use it whenever possible. We appreciate if guests treat it with care and respect so we can all enjoy.
Please remove footwear inside the house and leave the house clean and tidy.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$65.00 per stay); Linen (included);

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Kakanui Cube Facing the sea
Kakanui Cube Facing the Ocean Kakanui
Kakanui Cube Facing the Ocean Private vacation home
Kakanui Cube Facing the Ocean Private vacation home Kakanui

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Kakanui Cube ?

The closest beach to Kakanui Cube is Hampden Beach (13.5 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Kakanui Cube ?

As of 13 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kakanui Cube on 15 Dec 2025 start from NZ$476.5, 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 Kakanui Cube have a pool?

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

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kakanui Cube ?

No, Kakanui Cube does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Kakanui Cube ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kakanui Cube ?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

Kakanui Cube Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

The cube

Beaut locationWarm and tidyGreat spot for a break
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oamaru

Lovely house in a lovely location will definitely stay again next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene A., Palo Alto, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Well-designed home near the ocean

We had a great stay at the Kakanui Cube. The house is well-designed, modern, clean, with all the amenities you need (laundry, sharp knives, comfortable bed, plenty of space). We slept so well with the sea air nearby, and woke up early each morning to catch the magnificent sunrises. Equally enjoyable are the sunsets — the way Kakanui is situated you can enjoy both over the ocean. The house is in a rural area so WiFi bandwidth can be an issue — it may not be practical to expect to be on zoom calls or stream video for several hours a day.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas in Kakanui

Lovely property. Looks exactly like the pictures online. The nearby beach is really nice. Easy walk to get there. We did Learn to Surf Kakanui, which was a highlight of our trip. The Cube was so perfect for our family. We loved our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place , had a great time tks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Murray W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Really nice house, modern easy to stay in for a few days. We would have been happy to stay. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Views

This is a great property. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing at the seaside

Great views, lovely house. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Modern masterpiece with incredible views

We very much enjoyed the quietness of the neighbourhood, the great views, the super comfortable beds, fabulous bathroom, the architecture of the home. Everything was there to make our stay comfortable and very pleasant. We did yoga with a view.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Cary H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful spot

Loved the place. Very smart and beautifully furnished. Loved watching the waves roll by. Kakanui is a very quaint little spot. Only issue is that from the photos I thought there was direct access to the beach from the house but that wasn't a problem other than managing expectations. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to relax in a beautiful property

The modern property offers comfort space great views with all mode cons and is a very relaxing environment
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location at Kakanui

Lovely property in terriffic location. Very Clean with quality furnishings.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nikki P., Wanaka, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely relaxing spot to stay with beautiful views

This was our second time visiting and really enjoyed the clean and stylish accommodation with beautiful views. Thanks again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic View

Fantastic view. Enjoyed everything about it despite only having a short stay. Excellent sound speaker.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lane S., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place to stay

This is a great choice if you would like to stay in a really well-designed, comfortable, well-appointed, beautifully furnished property. Expansive views of the sea and countryside. Quiet seaside location within a short drive to Oamaru. Owners were easily contacted and really helpful. Fab choice of property if you would like a quiet, comfortable seaside place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the design of the house, it’s location. We will definitely rebook this property if we venture down the east coast again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great chill out spot

Was seeking a quiet retreat for a few nights and this property delivers. Quality accommodation, great location and fabulous ocean views. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

6/10 Okay

Katrina D.

The Cube

The location was great, the view spectacular. However, this did not justify the $$$ of our 2 night stay. The ramp from the driveway to ground level looked great but posed a safety issue as there was no hand rail to hold. The house looked like it was lived in between guests by the owners, as the guest towels had bleach stains on them, were unmatched, no face cloths supplied, we had to hunt in the storage cupboards, no hand towels, the tea towels were stained, and no dish cloths supplied. Also no microwave, we could only use one of the pots (which had a copper bottom) due to the fact the cooktop was an induction top. Both bathroom doors having no locks posed a problem, especially as one door accesses a bedroom. We were told we had permission to use the washing machine, but weren't told where this was as it was not in the house. It was found in a seperate room accessible only from outside. While there it happened to rain and everytime the front door was opened it leaked out of the door, onto the inside floor which caused the floor to become very slippery. Definitely benefit putting electric blankets on the beds as it does get rather cold downstairs compared to the upstairs living
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ceri J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Gorgeous comfortable modern home with lovely views. We really enjoyed staying here, lovely location, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Was a great place to work from for a couple of days without distraction. Lovely views!

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Calm Respite

Crisp modernist accomodation ideal for an uncluttered break away to get some well earned rest and relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning property

Warm and clean with stunning views Thankyou so much
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

james l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sleek & elegant design

The location is right on the beach, views are beautiful. Hats off to the architect and engineers! A perfect base for operations and wonderful to return afterwards.

10/10 Excellent

Petrina R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular view.

What a Wonderful stylish house, everything we had been hoping for, to relax in and explore the area from. Beautifully presented, warm and cosy, whether it was sunny or stormy, and lovely to watch the ocean and take in the view. The perfect spot to be in Kakanui.