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Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.

2.0 star property
Vacation home in Karamea with kitchen and fireplace

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Outdoor dining
Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Oven, stovetop, eco-friendly cleaning products, paper towels
Fireplace
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Karamea, West Coast
  • Place, Karamea Estuary Walk
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Karamea Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Kahurangi National Park
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Karamea

This vacation home is located 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Karamea Estuary Walk and 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Karamea Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen and a fireplace.

What's nearby

  • Karamea Estuary Walk - 18 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Karamea Beach - 21 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Kahurangi National Park - 27 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Charming Creek Walkway - 59 min drive - 43.0 miles

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Wanganui Hotel - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Vinnie's coffee in the yurt - ‬13 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.

Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.

Granite Creek Eco Retreat is an eco-friendly, off grid, self-sufficient house surrounded by the Kahurangi National Park and the Tasman Sea. Built up on a knoll on the foothills of the National Park it has amazing views which makes bird life, stargazing, and sunsets incredible and will give you the sense of total isolation.
I personally built this house recently with the future in mind. With a passive, self sufficient design it utilizes the elements for a steady temperature all year round and uses the sun for heating, electricity and hot water. When it gets colder you can crank the Rayburn wood burner for extra heat, hot water and that slow cooked casserole.
A 50 m2 deck with stunning views makes outdoor living very pleasurable along with a fire bath for a good soak at the end of the day.
The house is located down the road from some of the best white baiting spots in the country and less than 10 km from 2 boat ramps and numerous beach accesses so fisher people and surfers welcome.
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
  • Bedsheets 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

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

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

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Are there hot tubs at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this vacation home.

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.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun..

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