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The Pink Pipi Karitane

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Pink Pipi as seen from the water. N.B. the Pink Pipi has changed colour Dec 2024
New kitchen with gas cooktop, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge, gas hot water.
new kitchen
Dining
new bathroom

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Karitane, Dunedin Area
  • University of Otago
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • The Octagon
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Larnach Castle
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

The Pink Pipi Karitane

Historic 110 year old house right on the estuary. Formerly the home of the fishing station manager, servicing Sea Cliff asylum with seafood.
Right on the river's edge at Karitane. You couldn't get any closer to the water.
The estuary provides a safe tidal swimming area for you and your family. Bring your fishing rods and come and play. We have kayaks for you to use. At low tide, enjoy hunting for crabs with the kids or dig for cockles for your dinner. You might see Harold, the resident sea lion in Karitane Harbor.
Put your feet up with a book and a cold drink on the deck while your BBQ lunch is cooking.
Fancy a short walk to Karitane Beach? Enjoy swimming or surfing at the beach. Ride your push bike along Karitane beach at low tide to the rock pools at the southern end. Walk to the blow holes at the northern end of the beach.
The local shop is only a brief walk and stocks all of your essentials.
Karitane is only 35km north from Dunedin.
Special conditions:
Outside dogs allowed with prior approval.
New kitchen, new bathroom.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$80.00 per stay up to 6 people, 7- 10 people cleaning $120); Linen and bathroom towels included



Property manager

Geoff
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Karitane

Located in Karitane, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Historic Fort Taiaroa and Otakou Marae are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Otago Golf Club and Speight's Brewery. NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium and Dunedin Botanic Garden are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Karitane, Dunedin Area

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 27 min drive - 37.2 km
  • The Octagon - 29 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Long Beach - 40 min drive - 34.6 km
  • Larnach Castle - 51 min drive - 53.8 km
  • Royal Albatross Centre - 60 min drive - 69.1 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 33 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harvest Moon Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pink Pipi Karitane pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pink Pipi Karitane?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pink Pipi Karitane?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Pink Pipi Karitane located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Warrington Beach and within 20 miles (32 km) of Doctors Point and Orokonui Ecosanctuary. Shag Point Scenic Reserve and Holy Trinity Church are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 229 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Fun stay
Review written by my 12 year old son.Loved the fire pit and how the water was on the doorstep.The wildlife was great and it was lots of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
We loved the location and the quaint bach. Kids loved the kayaks and bodyboards. Would love to return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicki g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ideal
worked well for large family group.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

maree S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oar some
Great time. Old bach so is what it is. Had pretth much everytking we needed. A realitively new kitchen which is great. Great morning on the kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place Great break
Perfect setting on the estuary. Lovely bach. Safe for kids, loved the kayaks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
The place surprised us in a good way. We all were happy and satisfied
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to relax and unwind!
We loved the location on the waterfront. House is comfortable & had everything we needed. A very relaxing and enjoyable stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach get away
Awesome spot!!! Amazing Location!! Loved the access to kayaks, lifejackets, wet suits etc!!! Definately coming back!! amazing 3 nights, we wished it was longer!! Hosts go over and beyond!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway with lots to do!
We loved spending Christmas at the Pink Pipi. Located close to the local shop wharf and walks, we had access to everything we needed. Best of all, the Bach was right on the estuary and we had free use of kayaks so we could explore right from our back door. The house had a well equipped kitchen and lots of space for us. We had some unexpected cold weather and the fire place was an added bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pink Pipi
Really lovely house in a beautiful location. Made use of the kayaks which was great with plenty of other stuff to use. House was well equipped too. Was a great stay and reasonably priced. Would highly recommend. James & Sarah
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Janine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
We enjoyed our stay here, a lovely spot right on the side of the river. The bach was well equipped, with everything we needed for a comfy stay. The only shame is that you can't see the view when the deck doors are closed, but we were able to get out on the deck even in the chilly weather! Good stack of firewood which was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

margnphil

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feedback
HiWe book every year and love it The kids have memories from each visit It feels like our family bachI did take a photo of two of the kayaks that have holes in them as I’m not sure anyone would feed this back and we remembered them from our previous visit if you are keen I can send these to youAlso we loved that the windows and wall had been updated Thank you so so much Hemopo family
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place and location
this property exceeded our expectations. so close to the river and a beautiful relaxing stay. very clean and well presented. would highly recommend and will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

George H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
It was all that we had hoped for. The only problem was the drive that was very narrow and bordered by hedges. Too narrow for a mid size SUV. Just means a short walk to the front door.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Justine K., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape
Fantastic location, great facilities. Loved the kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabby L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location
Fantastic location right on waterfront. Easy stroll to shop. Great communication with hosts. Loved staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pink Pipi
Gorgeous spot. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

grant m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cozy shack
interesting little place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great wee kiwi bach
We loved our stay here and definitely will be back again. Great location right on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend retreat
This is a great wee kiwi bach, clean and comfortable, perfect location. Great communication with hosts, very good instructions. Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabby L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
Fantastic location right on waters edge. Used kayaks to puddle around in the estuary. Stunning views and local walks and a great store a few minutes walk away which sells everything including great coffee. Have stayed here before and can't wait to get back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Beth S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
Loved the fire pit. Hest pump kept the house nice and warm over a couple of very cold Otago summer days!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pink Pipi fun
Enough comfort, modern kitchen & bathroom & laundry, easy furnishings, & plenty of toys for children.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Kiwi Bach Experience
Fantastic bach right on the estuary. Great for a family weekend away. Kitchen and bathroom have been renovated and modernised. Heat pump, heaters and fire made the bach very warm and cosy. Karitane has a wonderful peninsula walk and the boys enjoyed fishing off the wharf and kayaking in the estuary.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family holiday
Awesome little house with everything you need. Old batch but clean and tidy with modern kitchen and bathroom facilities and in an amazing location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Geoff

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What makes this property unique

Short walk to surf beach, local shop and playground

Languages:

English

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