Waikanae Beach, Wellington, New Zealand

Waikanae Beach Abode | Outdoor Bath & Fireplace

Welcome to Waikanae Beach Abode – a warm and inviting coastal retreat designed for relaxed weekends away with family and friends. Spend your days exploring Waikanae Beach or enjoying a leisurely brunch at one of the nearby cafés. Return home to unwind in the outdoor bath beneath the evening sky, curl up by the electric fireplace with Netflix and board games or gather around the dining table for a shared meal after a day of adventure.

6 guests
3 bedrooms
1.5 bathrooms

Good to know

Features You'll Love: - 3 Bedrooms (4 Beds) - Electric Indoor Fireplace - Heatpump - Nespresso Coffee Machine - Smart TV with Netflix, Neon & Freeview - Outdoor Clawfoot Bathtub - Quality hotel-style linen supplied by a professional linen service - Professionally cleaned and prepared before every stay - Modern bathroom with rainfall shower head and complimentary shower toiletries - Separate stand-alone toilet - Washing machine with dryer - Fast Wi-Fi throughout the property - Onsite Parking - Al Fresco dining area - 5 minute walk to the beach - 25 minute walk to cafes - Pet-friendly accommodation – pets are welcome when included in your reservation Discover the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm at our Waikanae Beach Abode– your home away from home on the Kapiti Coast. Arrival Information: Your access to Waikanae Beach Abode will be with a unique code for the smart lock, you will receive your door code at 08.00AM on the morning of your reservation start date you can then proceed at your leisure and check yourself in at any time that suits you from 4.00PM! If you are interested in purchasing an early check-in get in touch and we can help you to upgrade your vacation to kick off early, we offer an early check in from 8.00AM for $90.00 (subject to availability) House Rules: Although the main rule is to relax and enjoy yourself - there are a few "housekeeping" notes we should point out! 1. We LOVE animals, and know how hard it is to leave home without your fur babies. So if you are like us, and you love bringing your pup away with you on vacation, please keep in mind the following: - Let us know when you are bringing your dog along - Please bring a bowl and bedding for them (and please keep their wee paws off the furniture) - All toilet visits should be outside, please pick up after them! -If any damage or accidents occur during your stay please let us know ASAP - damages and accidents may incur extra charges - The $10 per pet per night fee is applicable to dogs of any size - take note that our property is not fenced, so you will need to keep fido on a leash while outside 2. This is an obvious one - but absolutely no smoking and/or illegal drug use inside the house. Fines will apply 3. No parties or events please! 4. Please respect the privacy of the guests staying in neighboring property Waikanae Beach Escape and do not enter that side of the fence 5. We cannot accept bookings of more than 28 nights at a time 6. The guest booking must be staying and not booking on behalf 7. Finally, please respect and take care of Waikanae Beach Abode so it can carry on creating relaxing and memorable getaways for guests for years to come! 8. For a comprehensive list of the house rules please see the short term rental contract

House Rules

Although the main rule is to relax and enjoy yourself - there are a few "housekeeping" notes we should point out! 1. Please remember that you will be contacted by third party provider "Truvi" to complete ID verification. 2. We LOVE animals, and know how hard it is to leave home without your fur babies. So if you are like us, and you love bringing your pup away with you on vacation, please keep in mind the following: - Let us know when you are bringing your dog along - there is a charge of $20.00 per night - Please bring a bowl and bedding for them (and please keep their wee paws off the furniture) - All toilet visits should be outside, please pick up after them! -If any damage or accidents occur during your stay please let us know ASAP - You can bring one dog of any size - take note that our property is not fenced, so you will need to keep fido on a leash while outside 3. This is an obvious one - but absolutely no smoking and/or illegal drug use inside the bach. 4. No parties or events please! 5. Please respect the privacy of the guests staying in Waikanae Beach Escape and do not enter that side of the fence 6. We cannot accept bookings of more than 28 nights at a time 7. Finally, please respect and take care of Waikanae Beach Abode so it can carry on creating relaxing and memorable getaways for guests for years to come!

Other Details to Note

Other things to note: Before you arrive, you will be asked to complete a rental agreement and upload a copy of your ID with a selfie. This is done through our hosting software partner "Hospitable". Please complete these steps prior to arriving at the property to enable a quick and easy check-in process and to ensure there are no delays in assigning your smart lock code. If you have any questions feel free to get in touch. Guest Access: There is a camera operating on the property which records footage of the driveway for security purposes. We have two buildings on our property. Waikanae Beach Abode is the 3 bedroom home on the right (Unit 3) while the bach on the left (Unit 3A) is Waikanae Beach Escape. Waikanae Beach Escape is also available to book if you need more space for another two guests. The two houses are divided by a fence, but share the beginning of the driveway. If you have not booked both properties, please respect the other guests by not crossing over the fence or allow your dog to go over there. The other areas that are not included in your stay are the garage under the house, or the empty section beyond the properties gate. You may notice linen, cleaning staff or our garden maintenance using this gate during your stay.

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Garden or backyard
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Clothing storage

Family

  • Board games

Bathroom

  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Shampoo
  • Shower

Kitchen and dining

  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Heating and cooling

  • Indoor fireplace

Home safety

  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Private living room

Location features

  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
  • Street view

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

There is so much to do and see in the neighbourhood! For all the inspiration and ideas check out our guest book! But in the meantime some of our favourite things to do are... - Dine at the local restaurants - Long Beach & Hey Coastie - Get a scoop of ice cream at the Waikanae Beach Four Square - A pie and a coffee at the famous Olde Beach Bakery - Fish & Chips at Waikanae Beach Takeaways - Walk off all the food along the Waikanae River Track - An evening stroll to catch the sunset along the beach - Cycle the Peka Peka Loop - Practicing our swing at the Waikanae Golf Club - Exploring nature at Nga Manu Nature Reserve - A night at Shoreline, the boutique cinema

Guest Access

We have two buildings on our property. Waikanae Beach Abode is the 3 bedroom home on the right (Unit 3) while the bach on the left (Unit 3A) is Waikanae Beach Escape. Waikanae Beach Escape is also available to book if you need more space for another two guests. The two houses are divided by a fence, but share the beginning of the driveway. If you have not booked both properties, please respect the other guests by not crossing over the fence or allow your dog to go over there. The other areas that are not included in your stay are the garage under the house, or the empty section beyond the properties gate. You may notice linen, cleaning staff or our garden maintenance using this gate during your stay

Find us

The map below is an indication of our location. You will be provided with the full address once your booking is confirmed, so you can seamlessly find us through the gps software of your choice. If you are travelling without a car, finding us is still simple! We are only a few steps from the bus stop - Check out the journey planner on https://www.metlink.org.nz/journey-options and easily plan how you will arrive and get around using public transport!

Sorry we're unable to show you the location for this property

Approximate location. Full address will be provided on booking.