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Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

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

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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 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 home set between Kahurangi National Park and the Tasman Sea. Perched on a knoll at the edge of the park, it offers stunning views, abundant birdlife, spectacular stargazing, and breathtaking sunsets — all creating a powerful sense of peaceful isolation.
    The space
    I personally built this house recently with the future in mind. Designed to be passive and self-sufficient, it harnesses natural elements to maintain a steady temperature year-round and relies on the sun for heating, electricity, and hot water. When the weather cools, you can fire up the Rayburn wood burner for extra warmth, additional hot water, and the perfect slow-cooked casserole.

    A 50 m² deck with stunning views makes outdoor living a pleasure, and the fire bath offers a relaxing soak to end the day.

    The house is located near some of the best white-baiting spots in the country and less than 10 km from two boat ramps and multiple beach access points — ideal for fishers and surfers alike.

    Karamea township is 8 km to the north and offers great food options, including The Dutch Oven Bakery, Vinnies Cafe, The Village Hotel, and The Last Resort. You’ll also find a Four Square, a hardware store, and an information centre that sells fuel.
    During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Karamea Estuary Walk. You'll find features like a hot tub and laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
    • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
    • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
    • Amenities include laundry facilities
    • 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Karamea Estuary Walk and 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Karamea Beach
    This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

    Property amenities

    Pool/Spa

    • Hot tub

    Internet

    • Available in the house: Free WiFi

    Parking and transport

    • Parking on site

    Kitchen

    • Hob
    • Oven
    • Paper towels

    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 lift (single-level property)
    • Smoke-free property

    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 organised 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

    • No pets allowed

    Children and extra beds

    • Children are welcome.

    Events

    No events allowed

    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted

    Important information

    You need to know

    This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
    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
    You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

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