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Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 2174 sq m
Popular amenities
- Ocean view
- Kitchen
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
Explore the area
Warea, Taranaki
- Cape Egmont LighthousePlace, Cape Egmont Lighthouse18 min drive
- Pukeiti GardenPlace, Pukeiti Garden23 min drive
- Oakura BeachPlace, Oakura Beach24 min drive
- New Plymouth (NPL)Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)45 min drive
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About the area
Warea
When you stay at this vacation home in Warea, you'll be on the beach and 13 minutes by car from Cape Egmont Lighthouse. .This beach vacation home is 13.6 mi (21.8 km) from Kaitake Golf Club and 14.7 mi (23.6 km) from Oakura Library.
What's nearby
- Cape Egmont Lighthouse - 18 min drive - 19.5 km
- Pukeiti Garden - 23 min drive - 31.7 km
- Oakura Beach - 24 min drive - 29.2 km
- Pukekura Park - 36 min drive - 44.7 km
- Bowl of Brooklands - 38 min drive - 45.7 km
Getting around
- New Plymouth (NPL) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
- Downtown Okato - 11 min drive
- Ōkato Take Away - 11 min drive
- Cafe Lahar - 11 min drive
- Polly's Hutt - 11 min drive
- Okato Takeaways - 11 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.
Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea
The Surf Nest is a unique coastal escape just steps from the Tasman Sea, with the majestic Mount Taranaki and its rugged ranges as your breathtaking backdrop. This architecturally designed and award-winning house is inspired by the raw beauty of the Taranaki landscape. Every detail has been crafted to make you feel at home, whether you're here to surf, explore, or simply relax. Wake up to the sound of birds and waves, with views of private surf breaks right outside your door.
This compact house utilises cleverly crafted spatial devices to pack a lot of punch into a small place without compromising on the scale of the living areas. It is designed to have a small environmental footprint and sit in harmony with the natural landscape. Thoughtfully fitted out with quality modern interiors and furnished to a high standard, the space is modern and comfortable.
Overview
• 3 bedrooms: one master bedroom with a queen size bed, one kids bedroom with a double bed (might not be suitable for tall adults), one queen bed with luxury bed linen and stunning view on surf breaks
• Two full-sized bathroom with a toilet, a bath and a shower, and hot water of course.
• An open plan, well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, kettle, toaster, oven, sink and all cooking essentials.
• A washing machine and a dehumidifier. Please note there is no dryer.
• A lounging area including a wall-mounted smart TV with streaming services like Netflix, etc.
• A desk and lounging area on the mezzanine level of the guest unit, including a wall-mounted smart TV
• Free fast and unlimited Wi-Fi.
• Well insulated. There are heating panels throughout the entire house and a heat pump in the main unit
OUTSIDE, there is:
• An outdoor (covered) large deck with outdoor couches. We also provide a small folding table and chairs for outdoor dining and relaxing.
• A traditional Finnish sauna that fits 4. For a true thermal experience, pair with a dip in sea.
This compact house utilises cleverly crafted spatial devices to pack a lot of punch into a small place without compromising on the scale of the living areas. It is designed to have a small environmental footprint and sit in harmony with the natural landscape. Thoughtfully fitted out with quality modern interiors and furnished to a high standard, the space is modern and comfortable.
Overview
• 3 bedrooms: one master bedroom with a queen size bed, one kids bedroom with a double bed (might not be suitable for tall adults), one queen bed with luxury bed linen and stunning view on surf breaks
• Two full-sized bathroom with a toilet, a bath and a shower, and hot water of course.
• An open plan, well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, kettle, toaster, oven, sink and all cooking essentials.
• A washing machine and a dehumidifier. Please note there is no dryer.
• A lounging area including a wall-mounted smart TV with streaming services like Netflix, etc.
• A desk and lounging area on the mezzanine level of the guest unit, including a wall-mounted smart TV
• Free fast and unlimited Wi-Fi.
• Well insulated. There are heating panels throughout the entire house and a heat pump in the main unit
OUTSIDE, there is:
• An outdoor (covered) large deck with outdoor couches. We also provide a small folding table and chairs for outdoor dining and relaxing.
• A traditional Finnish sauna that fits 4. For a true thermal experience, pair with a dip in sea.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a sauna or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
Pool/Spa
- Sauna
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchenette
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Work spaces
- Computer monitor
- Desk
- Desk chair
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.
- Gravel flooring in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping on request
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In the mountains
- Near the ocean
Things to do
- Basketball nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Composting
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Eco-friendly toiletries
- Garden
- Grey water recycling system
- Housekeeping (on request)
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Recycling
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Unit size: 1,873 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Bring your sleeping arrangement for young babies
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators