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Villa Rustica Retreat

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A spacious room with a large window, a wooden ceiling, and a comfortable seating area.
A rural landscape with a house, a gravel path, and a view of the sunset.
A room with two large windows offering a view of a body of water and distant hills.
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of the sea and trees, a bed with a red blanket, and a wooden ceiling.
A rustic cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by a grassy field and dense vegetation.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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315 Heyward Point Rd, Heyward Point, 9081
  • Place, Purakaunui Inlet
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Orokonui Ecosanctuary
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Chalmers Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Cabin, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A small, cozy room with a single bed, a wooden dresser, a lamp, and a window.

Basic Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A wooden interior with a large glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

Basic Double Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Mezzanine

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Heyward Point

Villa Rustica Retreat places you within a 15-minute drive of Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Purakaunui Inlet. This 4-room campground has in-room conveniences like sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Purakaunui Inlet - 13 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Orokonui Ecosanctuary - 14 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Long Beach - 17 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Port Chalmers Museum - 20 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • University of Otago - 31 min drive - 15.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 43 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Portsider - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Port Royale - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Portobello Hotel & Bistro - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Cove Cafe - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Ballroom Cafe - ‬43 min drive

About this property

Villa Rustica Retreat

Villa Rustica Retreat features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's free parking if you drive.
All 4 shared accommodations feature sitting areas. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include microwaves, refrigerators, and ovens. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 detached shared bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Outdoor lighting

General

  • 4 units
  • Connecting units available
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 31 2026 to August 31 2027 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from August 31 to July 31:
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 133070945

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Villa Rustica Retreat?

This campground is located in Heyward Point, close to Larnach Castle, Purakaunui Inlet, and Otakou Marae. You'll also find Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Long Beach within a short drive.

Does Villa Rustica Retreat include a casino on the premises?

No, Villa Rustica Retreat doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Villa Rustica Retreat?

No, there is no indoor pool at this campground.

Does Villa Rustica Retreat have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Villa Rustica Retreat doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Villa Rustica Retreat allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Villa Rustica Retreat.

What is the closest airport to Villa Rustica Retreat?

The closest major airport to Villa Rustica Retreat is Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.), which is about 24.7 mi away.

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