About this property

Spacious Accommodations: Kais Retreat in Punakaiki offers a spacious holiday home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property features a living room, dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can enjoy a garden and terrace with sea views. The outdoor seating area provides a relaxing space to unwind. Modern Amenities: The holiday home includes free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a washing machine. Additional amenities include a balcony, streaming services, and a barbecue. Local Attractions: Fox River Beach is 1.7 mi away, Punakaiki Scenic Attraction 8.1 mi, and Westport Airport 31 mi from the property. Highly rated for its scenic views and friendly host.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Marilyn
United States United States
Beautiful location and view. Well designed and furnished.
Kylee
New Zealand New Zealand
We liked everything about Kai's retreat! View, house, all of it, kids loved the swings and the lego! Also amazing showers in the bathrooms. Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise with the world!
Emma
New Zealand New Zealand
Amazing property with everything you need and views for days! Loved our stay and already looking forward to coming back one day :)
Juliane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
What a wonderful place! We didn't want to leave!
Carolyn
New Zealand New Zealand
View was amazing, well appointed kitchen, outdoor bath, friendly neighbours (when we went walking), very comfy master bedroom. Fox River Beach is stunning.
Shannon
New Zealand New Zealand
We had the best time relaxing in this beautiful home. The kitchen was well stocked with everything you need, nice lounge space, comfortable beds and the bonus of two amazing bathrooms. The deck space was great for evening bbq’s. The outdoor...
Siobhan
Australia Australia
This house was beautifully appointed in a gorgeous location with a view just amazing!
Kelly
New Zealand New Zealand
What an absolutely spectacular location! We came to Punakaiki for a bit of a retreat (family with 1 year old and 3 year old), and Kai's retreat was perfect. It exceeded our expectations, and was a great spot to access many of Punakaiki's walks and...
Stephen
Australia Australia
Stunning property with beautiful views of the coast. The house is very well furnished and equipped and well organised for a very comfortable stay. We had such a relaxing time here. Thanks for the opportunity to share your wonderful property.
Raelene
New Zealand New Zealand
Location was great - so close to the Pancake Rocks and amongst the natural bush and pungas overlooking the sea.

Hosted by Carla

9.7
Host Review Score
Carla
Just 10 minutes north of Punakaiki, Kai’s Retreat sits high on the hillside overlooking the Tasman Sea, offering breathtaking sunsets and a true sense of peace and seclusion. Relax in the outdoor bath, surrounded by native bush, birdsong, and sweeping coastal views. It’s the perfect place to slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience the raw beauty of New Zealand’s West Coast. Spend your days exploring rugged beaches, nearby rivers, and the region’s incredible walking and biking tracks. The space This spacious holiday home features 3 double bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and an open-plan living area with stunning ocean views. Guests can enjoy the onsite Weber BBQ, plus the convenience of a washing machine and dryer. The home is fitted with 2 air conditioning/heat pump units to keep you comfortable year-round, along with high-speed internet throughout the property. Perfect for families, the property offers a fully gated deck, making it safe for toddlers and young children. For those wanting to explore the water, 2 kayaks are available for guest use. Guest access Car parking for 4 cars Other things to note Whether you’re travelling with family, planning a romantic getaway, or simply seeking time to recharge from busy life, we warmly welcome you.
I won’t be there in person, but I’m available to answer any questions you have via text.
Punakaiki is a peaceful coastal village on the rugged West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island, best known for its dramatic limestone coastline, native rainforest, and laid-back atmosphere. Guests love the area for its natural beauty, quiet surroundings, and easy access to outdoor adventures within Paparoa National Park. The biggest attraction is undoubtedly Pancake Rocks and Blowholes Track, where layered limestone formations and powerful ocean blowholes create one of New Zealand’s most photographed natural landmarks. Nature lovers also appreciate the abundance of walking tracks nearby. The Pororari Gorge area is popular for rainforest walks and river scenery, particularly Pororari River Track, while the Truman Track leads through lush subtropical forest to secluded beaches and cliff viewpoints.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Kais Retreat

Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM
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Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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