10/10 Excellent
Jillene D.
26 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away with family
Jillene D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Stunning unobstructed views, from the lighthouse to beyond the Matakona
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Castle Point, Wairarapa
- Castlepoint Beach3 min walk
- Castlepoint Lighthouse7 min walk
- Castlepoint Rock1 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Master
1 Queen Bed
Second
2 Single Beds and 1 Child Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Stunning unobstructed views, from the lighthouse to beyond the Matakona
Get away from it all and enjoy the spectacular views - whether to get out there and do it, or just to relax and enjoy the location. This roomy little ocean front cottage boasts a view of the whole Mataikona bay.
Located right at the entrance of deliverance cove you're close to everything this iconic location has to offer.
Located just a short walk from the Holiday Light; Deliverance Cove Track and the reef. Just down the road is the Castlepoint shop and beach.
Just 2 hours from Wellington, Castlepoint is a spectacular year round holiday destination; be it for a summer break at the beach or a winter getaway to enjoy the spectacular scenery.
Special conditions:
Pets allowed with prior approval. Very well-behaved dogs are welcome but owners are requested to ensure that they clean up after them.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
Located right at the entrance of deliverance cove you're close to everything this iconic location has to offer.
Located just a short walk from the Holiday Light; Deliverance Cove Track and the reef. Just down the road is the Castlepoint shop and beach.
Just 2 hours from Wellington, Castlepoint is a spectacular year round holiday destination; be it for a summer break at the beach or a winter getaway to enjoy the spectacular scenery.
Special conditions:
Pets allowed with prior approval. Very well-behaved dogs are welcome but owners are requested to ensure that they clean up after them.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
Property manager
tracel519
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
No parties or weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Suitable for well-behaved dogs, responsible owners
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
Note from host: No parties or weddings
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Castlepoint
Located in Castlepoint, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Castlepoint Lighthouse and Castlepoint Rock are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Castlepoint Beach and Otahome Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Castle Point, Wairarapa
What's nearby
- Castlepoint Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Castlepoint Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Castlepoint Rock - 1 min drive - 0.5 km
- Riversdale Beach - 79 min drive - 52.0 km
- Otahome Beach - 81 min drive - 51.3 km
Restaurants
- Castlepoint Store - 7 min walk
- Castlepoint Store - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sam K.
24 Feb 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
30th getaway
Sam K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jane O.
21 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Selling home to daughter on OE in UK
Jane O.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Pauline B.
1 Mar 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Castlepoint adventure
Pauline B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Ian C.
3 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
Ian C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ben G.
14 Nov 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly lovely spot
Ben G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Olwen W.
5 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Olwen W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Natasha C.
20 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Natasha C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
VIRGINIA A.
24 Jan 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
VIRGINIA A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Andrew P.
31 Oct 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Location location location
Andrew P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hannah A.
17 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little Beachfront stay
Hannah A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Trish M.
23 Dec 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view after some hard mahi
Trish M.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Harvey S.
10 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and very relaxing
Harvey S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Danielle G.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend away
Danielle G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Tara B.
5 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Tara B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Willem L.
20 May 2024
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and batch
Willem L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Rowan B.
25 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Rowan B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Kent and Cindy H.
1 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Kent and Cindy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rachel L.
9 June 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend away.
Rachel L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie B.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Katie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Ellen P.
28 Nov 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING views!
Ellen P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer B.
11 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Jennifer B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeff E.
15 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views
Jeff E.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joanne E.
1 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous views
Joanne E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Deborah S.
24 Sept 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
Deborah S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by tracel519
Wild about the coast.
Why they chose this property
Castlepoint is a similar latitude as Golden Bay with a special microclimate and offers access to a wide variety of outdoor leisure activities. The cove's uniquely protected swimming is fantastic for small children in water that is generally several degrees warmer than the ocean.
What makes this property unique
Traditional kiwi bach with plenty to do regardless of the weather. It's location gives access to the beach and the water. Whether you are outdoors enjoying it all or watching when the Easterly blows.
Languages:
English
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