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Self sufficient house powered by the sun.

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A bedroom with a large bed, wooden walls, a nightstand, a lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to a garden.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a toilet, and a glass-enclosed shower.
A modern living space with a kitchen, a dining area, and a seating area with a view.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and a gas stove.
A rustic outdoor setting with a wood-burning stove, a metal table, and a wooden stump.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Karamea, West Coast
  • Place, Kahurangi National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Karamea Estuary Walk
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Karamea Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Karamea

This vacation home places you 1.2 mi (2 km) from Kahurangi National Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen and a fireplace.
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What's nearby

  • Kahurangi National Park - 5 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • Karamea Estuary Walk - 26 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Karamea Beach - 28 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 100 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.

Self sufficient house powered by the sun.

Granite Creek Eco Retreat is an 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.

For walkers, the house is located near the Wangapeka Track and not far from the Oparara Basin, the start of the Heaphy Track, and the Fenian Track. Just down the road are some of the best whitebaiting spots in the country, and it’s 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.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you 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.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20

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.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Karamea, close to Karamea Beach and Karamea Estuary Walk. Kahurangi National Park is also within a driving distance of 1.2 mi.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

Self sufficient house powered by the sun. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful spot! Absolutely stunning scenery and an amazing outdoor bath. Thank you. We will be back:)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, very well designed and comfortable.Plenty of space for kids and private. Check in was easy and the host was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway! Close enough to several beautiful day hikes, but far enough that it doesn't feel "touristy". Set in the bush, but with an ocean view - just stunning! Tastefully furnished and more than adequately stocked with the necessities that make a bach feel like home. Aaron was a stellar host - from the eggs on the bench to the Rayburn tutorial to delivering an extension cord - he went above and beyond. We also appreciated his passion for conservation. We can't imagine there's a better place than this, especially for a Spring holiday!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026