Harakeke - Award Winning, Beachfront Holiday Home | House in Waikanae Beach

10.0 (139 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Waikanae House | Harakeke - Award Winning, Beachfront Holiday Home

3 Bedroom House in Waikanae, Waikanae Beach

We love sharing our beach home with guests. Located on the beachfront with direct beach access in northern Waikanae Beach, Harakeke looks over the Waimea Stream Estuary to Kapiti Island.
We have been a top 10 finalist in the Bookabach/VRBO NZ awards twice, and ranked the top stay in NZ in 2024 (see https://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/350220772/2024-bach-year-list-here).
Harakeke is a multi-award winning (NZ Institute of Architects, Master Builders in 2015) modern kiwi bach designed by Geoff Fletcher and built by Haarlem Build to replace our previous bach “Spinifex". Harakeke was awarded #1 holiday home for Bookabach/VRBO.com for 2024, previously a silver award winner in 2016. Harakeke was also featured by Stuff as one of the top 10 holiday homes for 2015 (Dec 15, New Zealand’s best holiday homes provide plenty of wow factor").
Relaxed, carefree indoor/outdoor living is a reality with a private sheltered patio straight off the living room. Harakeke has all the benefits of unobstructed beach front views, and is sunny and very sheltered.
If you can drag yourself away from the view, Harakeke is within easy (5 min) walking distance of restaurants and cafes, a source of provisions and fine wines, golf course, tennis court and interesting parks and reserves. Harakeke has, in-core floor heating, gas water and cooking, and a wood burner for warmth and ambience for those colder winter nights.
Special conditions:
Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to clean the house and do the dishes before you leave.
No parties. Also, if you are intending having more folk around than stated on the booking form (e.g. for dinner/lunch) please discuss in advance.
Dogs are OK, but only in the lounge/kitchen area please (ie. not in the bedrooms). No cats please.
Normal check out is 10am, check in 2pm (unless by prior arrangement).

This 3 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with View, Ocean View, Bedding/Linens, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 3 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Waikanae. Enjoy your stay in Waikanae at this House.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 pm
Child Policy
This property does not allow children. note from host: older children could be ok - please check!
Pet Policy
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet) note from host: dogs are ok, cats not please. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only

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 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 onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products

Reviews

Ivan G.
Mar 14, 2025 01:56:49 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Great location virtually on the beach itself, very quite and relaxing. Hosts were terrific and easy to communicate with
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