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Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf

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Sheltered front garden
Sun room / main bed - relax and unwind here!
The Norwegian log burner is a wee honey
Cosy nook in living room has fold out sofa /queen bed and skylight to watch the stars at night
walk from beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Invercargill City, Southland
  • Oreti Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Teretonga Raceway Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Southland Hospital
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Invercargill (IVC)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

living room

1 Double Futon and 1 Child Bed

main bedroom / sunroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf

Just ten minutes drive from the centre of Invercargill, our crib is a cosy 1930’s cottage with beachside charm, part of a small settlement nestled in the sandhills of Oreti Beach on Foveaux Strait. The simple sprit of the NZ bach is here. Disconnect from all your electronic media ties and relax properly here! City convenience is close, yet the atmosphere is quiet and isolated. A view of bushy Stewart island and sandhills graces the kitchen and the sound of the surf will whoosh you off to sleep at night.

Our bach is a spot where you can have an uncomplicated summer holiday, a decent digital detox and get away from it all. No TV, no telephone, no internet 😊.
A short walk through the sand hills takes you right on to the beach, broadening to a huge expanse of sand at low tide, stretching for miles around to Riverton. Great to mountain bike, just walk, watch the seabirds and beachcomb. The surf is enjoyed by surfers, swimmers, paddlers, kite boarders and windsurfers. Otatara cafes and bars (Ziffs and The Cabbage Tree) are handy, as is Otatara Golf Course and Otatara bush walks / estuary walks.
The Bluff Oyster festival in May offers great food and music, or try the Burt Munro Challenge (summer) for unique motorbike races of all kinds . If you're in travel mode, the Coronet Peak and Remarkables skifields, lakes, adventure activities and stunning scenery of Fiordland National Park, Te Anau and Queenstown are only 2 hours drive away, flights to beautiful Rakiura / Stewart Island leave from the local airport and you are right on the "Southern Scenic Route" if touring the lovely South Coast and Catlins. Less energetically, you might just prefer to watch the sun set into the ocean from the plank seat on the sandhill or relax by the woodburner with an indulgent drink and a good book!

Accommodates four but can sleep extras on fold out beds in the living room.

No pet animals.
Pet rocks OK if they sleep outside.

Winter time; longer term rental deals negotiable, please enquire

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

Property manager

janell168

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Oreti Beach

Located in Oreti Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Oreti Beach and Toetoes Bay, while Civic Theatre and Classic Motorcycle Mecca are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Otepuni Gardens and Splash Palace. Windsurfing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
Map
Invercargill City, Southland

What's nearby

  • Oreti Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Teretonga Raceway Park - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Civic Theatre - 11 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Southland Hospital - 14 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Burt Munro - 15 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Invercargill (IVC) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Industry - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Thai Opal - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tuatara Backpackers Lodge - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oreti Beach House - Sound of the Surf located?

This family-friendly Oreti Beach holiday home is located on the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Oreti Beach and Teretonga Raceway Park. Otepuni Gardens and Splash Palace are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
We had a wonderful time, Jane left us a hand written note, welcoming us. Everything was just as expected and with good weather too.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
On The Beach
Beach House with it’s own long drop!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house Bliss
Great beach house. Nice to feel like you are far away from the city but so close at the same time.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

gary h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Nice spot
Lovely bach not far from the beach and the fire was great . However there is no phone reception or internet so that was a huge problem for me as i run a business and couldnt keep in touch with my team ..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flying stay
Love this wee crib!!! We actually enjoyed that there was no cell service; just us enjoying the fire in the evening. We will definetly book this place again on our future travels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work Trip Retreat
We stayed 4 nights and thought this Bach was great. It has the basics we needed and was very comfortable. The Night Sky is amazing and the Beach is so close. After 4 hard days at the Field days it was a nice quiet retreat. Young Families would love this place too. Thanks for sharing it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach house
Really lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super friendly accomodation
Jane was lovely to deal with, set us up really well for a lovely night. Great location, spotty reception but a welcome online detox ☺️ highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An atmospheric crib in a beautiful location
We spent two nights at this Oreti Beach property. It was perfect for our requirements, comfortable and cosy. The proximity to the majestic Oreti Beach is a major attraction, and the property is also handy for Invercargill and the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Coastal hideaway
A very relaxing escape from everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful restful stay
House has ambience in spades. Great location so close to a very quiet part of the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jolanda F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Olden day bach in amazing location.
Basic but comfortable. Beautiful, private setting so close to wonderful Oreti beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Sara W., Arrowtown, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely beach retreat
Wonderful weekend at Oreti beach, cute batch, will definitely return..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Francois D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Pure bliss!
The cottage is quiet, homely, comfortable, quirky, and the kitchen really well equipped. Washing machine is one bonus, and the bathtub another.. but the best is proximity to the widest beach in NZ! We drove down Dunns Road onto the beach to experience the spectacular sunsets. Patchy mobile signal and absence of TV meant our family could connect more with each other than with social media.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

warren s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kylie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay🙂🙂
Nice little house by beach, was miserable weather but cozy as with fire, no complaints thumbs up.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R., Queenstown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, relaxing and peaceful. I great place to unwind.
Thank you Jane for a wonderfully holiday. We had the most amazing time here. So quiet and peaceful. All additions you could hope for and lovely and comfy. Beach is so close and the garden is beautiful. We would love to come back and will highly recommend to our friends.

10/10 Excellent

Chris K., Wellington, NZ

Cool house and a great spot!
Thanks Jane for having us over easter. The house was fantastic and the location superb to both chill out and also explore the south. The fireplace was great and heated the whole house up in no time!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Cute authentic beach cottage
Great place very close to the beach. Good selection of books, very nicely decorated, great kitchen with all necessary equipment, cosy log burner. Excellent place to relax. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Lovely location and a wonderful wee cottage.
Lovely location and a wonderful wee cottage. We enjoyed several long walks on the gorgeous Oreti Beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Property is a bit rustic but that's what we were after.
Property is a bit rustic but that's what we were after. Nice quiet location, close to beach and house is very comfortable
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8/10 Good

Jodi T.

Private, quiet, close to beach and Invercargill.
Private, quiet, close to beach and Invercargill. Quirky wee crib. Was cold outside on the first night but inside the crib was warm and the fire made it toasty.
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8/10 Good

SImon N.

This is a cosy Bach with nice fire place and quality bed linen.
This is a cosy Bach with nice fire place and quality bed linen. You can hear the surf and it’s a nice long beach to walk on. There’s a very good cafe/diner 8 minutes back along the main road. We had a great weekend . Thanks Jane
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

This crib was perfect for us.
This crib was perfect for us. I hope to holiday in Invercargill again, and this is where I want to stay. Close to Oreti beach which is an awesome location. Lovely crib with all necessary facilities and basic provisions like tea, coffee, soap, laundry powder, books. We were all delighted.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Anyone looking to see Invercargill or Southland this is the place you need to stay!
Anyone looking to see Invercargill or Southland this is the place you need to stay!

About the host

Hosted by janell168

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Hi everyone! We are a family of four, myself my partner and our two teenaged children. We love the outdoors and like to spend free time enjoying the beautiful coast and mountains around Southland and Otago. We hope you will enjoy staying at our beach camp as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

By the sea, a little haven of comfort amongst wild nature and the elements…

What makes this property unique

2 hrs drive from Queenstown, skifields, beautiful Fiordland and 3hrs from Dunedin

Languages:

English