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Dramatic views of Tory Channel and the West Head

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Aerial view
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton
  • Picton Ferry Terminal
    96 min drive
  • Picton Harbour
    97 min drive
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal
    817 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    580 min drive

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About the area

What's nearby

  • Picton Ferry Terminal - 96 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Picton Harbour - 97 min drive - 33.2 km

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dramatic views of Tory Channel and the West Head

Boat or water taxi only access to the island ensures your peace and privacy for those who wish to get away from it all. For your pleasure of arriving here, there will always be someone to meet and greet you as this is a working family farm, and the house will always be open to access on your arrival!

The Arapawa homestead, or Gunyah as it is also known, is the original house built in 1945 by Joe and Patty Perano as their retirement home. Refurbished in keeping wth the original 1940s character, the homestead is a fully equipped, private and cosy.

The front bedroom is furnished with an antique walnut bedroom suite that includes a double bed with feather duvet and a single bed for an extra guest. Warm and pleasant, this room offers dramatic views of Tory Channel and the West Head. Suitable for children and visiting friends, the second bedroom contains two sets of single bunks with duvets. This room features stunning ocean views. The sleep-out contains a queen size bed with a nearby shower - very handy first thing in the morning! The sleep-out also doubles as a laundry and is equipped with double concrete sinks, a washing machine and a clothes dryer.

The bathroom inside the house has a comfortable bath, from which you can admire an etched glass depiction of the Tory Channel entrance showing both an underwater scene and a view of whalers above the water. The bathroom has a separate toilet.

Gunyah has full amenities with all you need for a comfortable stay. The kitchen contains a number of modern appliances, including a microwave oven, fridge/freezer and bread maker, and the living area has a wood burner a TV, stereo and CD player.
Special conditions:
Tarrif | Gunyah - Arapawa Homestead Minimum stay 2 nights
Summer Season (November - April inclusive)
$300.00 per night up to 5 people | $22 per night each additional person
Off Season (May - October inclusive)
$245.00 per night for up to 5 people | $22 per night for each additional person
Off Season Special - Stay 6 nights and get a 7th night FREE.

Dinghy and mooring are included in Tariff. One nights payment confirms your booking. All prices include GST.

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$120.00 per stay); Linen (included);
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a sofa bed.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.

Property manager

AntoniaRa2

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Mountain biking 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pets must be on a leash and have a travel cage.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Have a Highchair and Portacot

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 13
Note from host: Folk can pitch a tent as well for extra space.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Dramatic Views Tory Channel West Head House
Dramatic Views Tory Channel West Head Queen Charlotte Sound
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Dramatic views of Tory Channel and the West Head Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Adventure
Awesome trip and experience
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Amazing views off Tory Channel. The hosts were great really enjoyed the paua pearl tour.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt B., Masterton, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Lovely family gathering for Christmas. Stayed for 8 nights. Relaxing and plenty for us to do. We brought our own boat and had a mooring provided. Our hosts were amazing, everything was thought of. They met us at the jetty and transported all our gear up to the bach and were available whenever we needed to get out to the boat. The beach where you land is beautiful and there is enough walking and views to keep you busy doing lots or a little. Just a warning they sell beautiful pāua pearl jewelery which may hit your back pocket a little! Wonderful stay! Can’t recommend enough.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot to relax and enjoy the surroundings
Great hosts and spot, we enjoyed some fishing and the bay. Awesome time had by all.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Wonderful location and property. Nothing was a problem for hosts Antonia and Mike. They are such lovely people. Selfishly I’d like to discourage people from staying here as I’d like it available any time for us to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W., Gadsden, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Biloxi Vacatiom
We were well pleased with our stay. Condo was just as described in the listing. Will rent again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family retreat
Lots to do. Relaxing, great hosts, always willing to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Anne S.

Stunning location
A very special place
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Warren D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The only thing I would change is next time, I am bringing my dive gear! Lovely hosts and a quaint cottage that has a one of a kind view. Ask for a tour of the Paua Farm, it's incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

scott s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Neat spot
Great place everything very handy fishing etc Nice house very comfortable Will be back for sure Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Inika J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kind Owners
Antonia was very helpful! It is a lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicolle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Weekend
Brilliant stay! Thank you so much to Antonia and Mike. Made us feel very at home and were so accommodating and easy to deal with. Highly recommend the Arapawa Homestead for future stays :)

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Outstanding .. simply amazing
What a place to call paradise... and to the beautiful family who welcomed us .. opened up there home and shared there amazing life with us ..so much to do for the children and relaxing as much as you possibly want .. look forward to many more trips there .. highly highly recommend all going to this piece of paradise
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

gayna r.

Unforgettable!
Our brief stay was all we wanted and more. The landscape, the views, the historic homestead, the beautiful sunrises and sunsets, the ocean, and even the weather, all were wonderful. The Radon whanau made us feel very welcome on their island home. Would highly recommend to those who want to get away from it all. We will return :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019