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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 660 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Punakaiki
  • Pororari River Track
    2 min walk
  • Punakaiki Beach
    3 min walk
  • Pancake Rocks
    10 min walk
  • Westport (WSZ)
    59 min drive

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About the area

Punakaiki

When you a stay at this cottage in Punakaiki, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Pororari River Track and Punakaiki Beach. .This family-friendly cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Pancake Rocks and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.
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What's nearby

  • Pororari River Track - 2 min walk
  • Punakaiki Beach - 3 min walk
  • Pancake Rocks - 10 min walk
  • Paparoa National Park - 18 min walk
  • Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes - 20 min walk

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Rocks Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wild Coast Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Punakaiki Crafts & Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wild Coast Cafe - ‬5 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.

Serenity in Punakaiki - Free wifi

Come and relax in our family bach!

Lovely private spot located in the heart of Punakaiki Village, a short stroll from everything you need - enjoy the beach and watch the sunset over the ocean, kayak or swim in the Pororari river and dine at the Punakaiki Tavern without having to get in the car.

Also located directly across the road from the Paparoa Track and the Pororari River walk. The Pancake Rocks are a 15 minute walk to the South.

Our cottage is comfortable, tidy and well equipped for families, with kids toys and games provided. The grounds are spacious, with beautiful established trees and native birdsong. The deck is great for enjoying meals outdoors and for relaxing while listening to the sound of the ocean.

- The kitchen and bathroom are both an older style but function well.
- The main bedroom has a queen size bed.
- The second bedroom is separated from the lounge by a curtain.
- There is an additional set of bunks available in the laundry room if required.
- Super-fast fibre broadband/Wifi is provided.

Please note:
- Linen not provided. Please bring your own sheets, pillowcases, towels, facecloths and tea towels. Each bed has a mattress protector, pillow and duvet.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Lisa Wright

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking indoors

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • In a village

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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 646 sq ft (60 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Serenity in Punakaiki - Free Wifi Cottage
Serenity in Punakaiki - Free Wifi Punakaiki
Serenity in Punakaiki - Free Wifi Cottage Punakaiki

Serenity in Punakaiki - Free wifi Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jenny A.

Convenient location
Convenient location to great walks and beach. Great communication from the host with good recommendations of what to do in the area. We couldnt get the tv to work it seemed to need you to bring your own chromocast. Cleaning could have been a little more thorough. But otherwise a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and peaceful
A true kiwi batch in a beautiful location and close to many places to explore.we have stayed here twice now and would love to come again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Amy H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Punakaiki batch
Gorgeous little batch tucked away in Punakaiki, perfect for a get away from day to day life. Very relaxing and secluded.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

David B.

Basic Bach
Basic bach. Would benefit from some deck furniture, BBQ, larger TV. Owners communicated well and helpful accomodating our specific needs, thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Shelley J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity, Punakaiki, 5th to 7th Dec 2023
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, superb location. Feedback: some maintenance required on the septic tank, overflowing outside the bathroom. Also lockbox for key requires replacing. Regards Neil
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb
We were so comfortable and had everything we needed. Great weather too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
Great location and proximity to walks - thoroughly enjoyed the visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Creation at its vest
Absolutely lovely. Very relaxing and peaceful. Recommend to everyone 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jodie D.

Punakaki Gettaway
Great old school kiwi batch, in an absolutely Awesome location. Walking distance to EVERYTHING, beautiful rivers to swim and safe for kids, amazing and stunning river walks and hikes opposite the batch, beach 5 mins walk down road, cool local pub and atttractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kiwi bach
Great comm.s w owners. Handy spot to beach, tracks etc. Highly recommended. Some deck chairs to sit in lovely private back yard would enhance.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corry V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely peaceful and quiet location,
Older Bach ,plenty of room and private .We enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graeme Q., Christchurch New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Hell Yes
Very good staying here had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great kiwi bach
We had a great time here was in a perfect location just a few min walk to the pub and theres a great walk across the road. The house is nothing fancy but the beds are comfy and the house has everything you need. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Waitai W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Terrible, we expected better.
Smelt damp, not a holiday home to relax in. Really old furniture, beds were comfortable. The shower was a pool of water due to a blocked plug hole no doubt. Cleanliness was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful hideaway
Wonderful bach with well appointed kitchen, excellent washing facilities, lovely backyard visited often by weka. We loved kayaking up the Pororari River (canoe hire is really close to the bach), the local tavern, the cavern and the Pancake Rocks - all walkable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity lived up to it’s name.
Great Kiwi Bach in an iconic location. Thanks for letting us stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great kiwi bach.
Very comfy kiwi bach. Clean and tidy. Good spot near Pororari river for whitebaiting!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great chilled spot
Awesome Bach was perfect for us as a family of four but certainly sleep more. Bit of a mix up when booking as a night double booked which was a shame but definitely would want to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay
Great classic kiwi Bach, had everything we needed for our stay with our young family. During our stay the West Coast experienced an extreme weather event. We found Lisa and Paul were brilliant to deal and we were very grateful for their quick responses and reassurance during this time. Despite the weather we managed to get out and enjoy Punakaiki, we loved exploring the caves, the beach, Pancake rocks and the local tavern. We will have to come back again to complete the walks! We also really enjoyed the little extras this bach had to offer, a basket of toys, games, puzzles and DVD’s. Perfect for a rainy day! Thank you Lisa for a most enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
Lovely location, classic kiwi batch.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace
Was delightful.nice and peaceful. Lots of walks Hotel meals were beautiful. Weather was smiling on us
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

WayneandSue, Darfield, Canterbury, EnZed

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fantastic place to stay for three nights. The house was 'a typical NZ bach' and had everything we needed. It was quiet, spacious, well equipped and close walking distance to everything we came to Punakaiki for. We will definitely be booking in at 'Serenity' in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base in Punakaiki
We found the location great for access to the national park opposite, and a 5 minute walk to the beach. Meals can be found at the tavern a 1 minute walk up the road which was busy but didn't need to wait long for a table. Pancake Rocks not a far walk away, and handy to wander up before sunset. The Bach is basic, a bit rough around the edges, but has all you need and is relatively private.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susannah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little bach in great location
We really enjoyed our stay in this cosy bach. Had everything we needed, and the location was great for anyone wanting to check out some of the local walking tracks. The trail through the gorge along the Pororari River to the swing bridge was spectacular. Was also nice to relax in the back garden watching some of the native bird life. We will certainly come back again. Many thanks, Susannah and Ben