The Amazing House Truck!

Entire place in Wainui Bay, New Zealand

  1. 4 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Lawrence And Kylie
  1. Superhost
  2. 14 years hosting

Listing highlights

30-min drive to Abel Tasman National Park

This home is near the national park.

Unwind in the hot tub

This is one of the few places in the area with this amenity.

Self check-in

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A lovingly restored and beautifully presented old house truck with fantastic sea views in a private bush location.

The space
All prices are for 2 people sharing a bed and are per night, if you require an additional bed made up please contact us directly ($30 charge applies).
$30/night per extra person/bed.
A $50 cleaning fee per stay is added - the longer you stay the cheaper it works out.

This fully equipped wagon is a cosy sanctuary to restore your pioneer spirit. A wood fire keeps the beautifully crafted kauri and oak timber interior warm on cooler days. This is the ideal place for a couple to get away from the hustle of daily life. Even in stormy nights staying in this house truck is a comfortable experience.

Indulge in a blissful hot bath under the stars......
There is plenty of room for parking and the generous surroundings are all yours.

** Peaceful and private
** Beautifully handcrafted
** Luxurious outside bath
** Amazing sea views
** Cosy and warm
** Unique Kiwi experience
** Sleeps four

There's no TV or wifi but you'll be entertained all the same:
Beautiful sunsets - over the water in winter and the mountains in summer.
Walk to Wainui Falls -through lush original forest and over a swing bridge.
Go swimming or bird watching - the clear waters and sands around Wainui Bay are ideal.
Paddleboarding and kitesurfing - awesome spot with northwesterly winds, flat water in the estuary with high tide and waves out in the beach.

Facilities:
* Sleeps up to four people
* Shower and bath outside
* Radio and CD player
* Fully equipped kitchen with tea, coffee/plunger, sugar, milk powder, olive oil
* Two queen-size beds
* Detached compost toilet outside, emptied each changeover
* Linen and bedding provided
* Wood stove and electric heater

The closest restaurants and cafes are in Pohara, 15 min drive back toward Takaka, where there is also a mini supermarket which sells a range of food and wine. The closest supermarket is in Takaka, about 25 km from our place.

We don't have internet facilities, but there is 3G/4G reception in the area if you bring your own device.

Our policy regarding children is:
Under 6 months with own bedding there is no charge
Over 6 months:
-If you bring your own cot and bedding there will be an $30 cleaning fee
-If we supply cot and bedding the normal rate of $30 per night per extra person applies
Our experience has shown that as soon as kids are crawling our cleaning services increase more than with adults, particularly with the large window areas we have in the houses. They use the same linen and hot water and that is why we apply the same fee.

We are looking forward to welcoming you!

Guest access
Each house is extremely private and surrounded by bush with views over Wainui Bay. There is a shared washing machine at the big green shed and you are welcome to walk up/down the driveway to the road and beach. Depending on vacancies you may be able to view the other houses but please respect privacy of others and always ask us first.

Other things to note
Beds are accessed via steps in compact spaces. In keeping with our environmental philosophy we use composting toilets.
Shared washing machine, dryer and washing liquid available at the big shed. Machines take 3 x $2 coins.
No dogs allowed.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Bay view
Kitchen
Free parking on premises
Hot tub
Paid washer
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.88 out of 5 from 286 reviews.

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Wainui Bay, Golden Bay, New Zealand

Situated at the top of New Zealand’s South Island and adjacent to the Abel Tasman National Park, Wainui Bay has a slow pace of life with an abundance of natural beauty - perfect for a holiday retreat.
Many elements of New Zealand life the way it used to be, are still remaining in Wainui Bay. There’s a small family run farm, lots of native birds and no shops and people still have time to go to the beach.
When it comes to natural beauty, Wainui Beach is one of Golden Bay's finest examples and is within easy walking distance of Golden Bay Hideaway. It's a great beach for swimming or exploring the rock pools and sandspit. Standup paddleboarding or kayaking are highly recommended!!
If you pick your tides, a rock-hopping trek to Taupo Point is an adventurous highlight with an old Maori pa site, historical links to Abel Tasman and the first landing of Europeans in New Zealand. Taupo Point is a special place and is considered to have sacred value to the local community and iwi. Beautiful sheltered coves and small islands surround it - dolphins, seals, sea birds and schools of fish are often found here. and of course there are the well-formed walking trails of the Abel Tasman National Park.

Meet your host

Superhost
1,066 reviews
4.9 out of 5 average rating
14 years of hosting
My work: Professional
Speaks English
Lawrence spent ten years travelling the globe mostly by motorbike, living and working in places like Africa, New Guinea and Europe. He started working on Golden Bay Hideaway in 2004. Kylie joined him in 2019. We believe in a sustainable future. We created Golden Bay Hideaway to demonstrate practical, comfortable and cost effective eco-home solutions. You can come and stay anytime and experience how we've created the best eco-homes in New Zealand.

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Co-hosts

  • Helena

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
4 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide detector not required
Smoke alarm
Must climb stairs