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Perfect Family Getaway by the beach

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Experience the tranquility of a rugged coastline with breathtaking ocean views.
Cozy bedroom with a single bed, dresser, and window.
Cozy seating area with a sofa, dining table for four, and a well-equipped kitchen island.
Relax in a cozy living room with a comfortable seating area, black wood-burning stove, and large windows offering a view of the surrounding greenery.
Relax on the covered patio surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and a metal fence.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61507 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Hector, West Coast
  • Charming Creek Walkway
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Buller Gorge
  • Carters Beach
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Westport (WSZ)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hector

This vacation home places you within a 15-minute walk of Charming Creek Walkway. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Charming Creek Walkway - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Denniston Experience - 31 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Miner's Brewery - 38 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • NBS Theatre - 38 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • Carters Beach - 46 min drive - 29.7 miles

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ghost Lodge - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Charming Creek Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tommy Knockers Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tommyknockers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mokihinui Tavern - ‬10 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.

Perfect Family Getaway by the beach

A wonderful large family home with a long history of fantastic memories is now available for your next family holiday right next to the beach.
3 large bedrooms and a spacious living and dining area with TV, Chromecast, Xbox, although you wont have much time for those with the beach out the back gate.
Great fishing spot or just sit and enjoy the scenery on the bench seat overlooking the ocean.
Back yard is fully fenced off from the main road and the beach.

A perfect location to explore Northern Buller. Close to the Old Ghost road, charming creek walkway and Denniston. Just an hours drive to Karamea and the start of the Heaphy track or a 30min drive back to Westport.

Linen, towels and basic toiletries are supplied so just pack your clothes and food.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard.

Property manager

Marie & Glen

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,507 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Hector within a short 13-minute walk of Charming Creek Walkway.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Perfect Family Getaway by the beach?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Perfect Family Getaway by the beach have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Westport (WSZ), which is 24.5 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Perfect Family Getaway by the beach?

Yes, every accommodation at Perfect Family Getaway by the beach comes with a porch.

Perfect Family Getaway by the beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ric B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet spot

A beautiful spot for a break, right on the stunning beach and close to loads of great areas to visit and enjoy. The house itself is really big and well presented.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Stay at Hector

Everything was as expected. Well equipped kitchen, and the beds were comfy. Our stay would have been perfect if the window in the bathroom was fixed. The screen was broken, and there was no glass. Also, the bathroom was not heated, so a bit of a shock in the middle of the night! The hosts were great, and responded quickly to questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jUdi M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good value holiday home

Enjoyed the stay. Beach proximity was wanderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dene G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Well set up house with plenty of room

Great for a young family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten T., Wellington NZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and interesting

Peaceful . Relaxing . Seat overlooking the beach is awesome . We love wild West Coast beach’s and exploring so great for us . Met some interesting locals and heard some of the area history direct from them 👍 . We would go again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and Quiet

We enjoyed having the facilities of an old but very tidy batch style home. Spacious with comfy beds and everything we needed for our 2 day stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim T.

Liked: Cleanliness

West coast getaway

Super location with the sound of the ocean. Lots of space and well equipped
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Al P., Christchurch New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We enjoyed our stay the holiday home has everything you need and was very clean. It has Fishing , walking tracks close by. Coalface cafe and takeaway have great meals just 5 minute walk. Thankyou
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

We loved everything about our stay. The house was fabulous, perfectly kitted out with everything and more that we might need, clean and tidy. The location was just what we wanted as we explored around the top of the West Coast. Thank you so much Marie.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really enjoyed our stay

Great property with beach access. Tidy and well looked after. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay and explore the upper west coast

Tidy, comfortable and newly refurbished cottage in a great location with the beach at the end of the garden. Highly recommend this place as a base for exploring the west coast. It was a lovely touch that the fire was lit before we arrived. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deidre R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hector house

Lovely spacious place, loved the beach at back door.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jackie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely home

The stay was comfortable, especially with the use of the fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanks!

Lovely location by the beach. A quintessential Kiwi Bach!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob W.

Liked: Cleanliness

West Coast Getaway

Perfect location for local walks, longer tramps and long mountain bike adventures. Swum in the sea most days although the West Coast was enjoying an exceptionally long settled summer. The house is old but comfortable. Very well equipped kitchen, spacious but with a few quirks to be expected with an older building.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Thank you so much for sharing your families property with us! I have always adored the coast but have never travelled north of Westport & Hector is just wonderful. We had a fantastic stay, everything we needed was there and we were very comfortable. We had beautiful weather, having the beach in the backyard was brilliant, so was the soft green lawn! You can tell a lot of love and care goes into taking care of this property. Thanks again, i'm sure we will be back! Mel & Adam
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away from it all

Large character home right beside the sea. Would suit larger group than just the 2 of us but very comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous spot!!

We loved our stay at this property. Had everything we needed, nice and clean, heaps of space and a great backyard for the kids to run around in. We loved walking through the gate each night to watch the sunset, stunning! Thanks so much, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

DOUGLAS K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Great value
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a great time

Great place to stay. very friendly local's. The beach is not suitable for swimming with a young family. How ever the community pool was good. and was not far to a suitable swimming beach. We had a great holiday thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verena S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Clean property, Great beach access, and just an all around lovely stay. Good informational booklet and well laid out kitchen. Super easy to find everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Xmas Break

Loved this house. Roomy. Beds comfy. Everything you need is provided. Lovely having the beach at the back gate. Great location from which to explore the Buller Region.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Te Puawaitanga L.

Liked: Cleanliness

We enjoyed the break and the house was lovely a clean!

We enjoyed the break and the house was lovely a clean! The only thing that could’ve improved it was bedside tables and lamps. Otherwise it was excellent!’n
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ines H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good value

Exactly as listed. Typical west coast home, right next to the beach. The owner was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place to stay on beach in Hector

Really nice low key family safe setting right on the beach. My family had a great time, thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022