10/10 Excellent
Emma R.
31 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Emma R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
RedBach Retreat by the sea
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 18
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Koitiata, Manawatu-Wanganui
- Turakina Beach17 min walk
- Whanganui Museum27 min drive
- Virginia Lake30 min drive
- Whanganui (WAG)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)
Beach Hut
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bunk Room Cabin
1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
Forest Cabin
1 Queen Bed
Pohutukawa Room
1 Queen Bed
Railway Cabin
1 Queen Bed
Second Bunk Room Cabin
2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
Toy Room Cabin
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
RedBach Retreat by the sea
Looking for a quiet place where you can rest and relax and sleeps up to 18 people. Like to feel the sea breeze on your face and have only a few minutes’ walk to the beach? Come and stay in this quirky retro environment, 20 mins south of Whanganui and 45 mins North West of Palmerston North.
RedBach Retreat is nestled amongst unique landscaped gardens, the main building containing the communal kitchen and lounge, and a double bedroom. Together with the 6 individual cabins adjoining, there is sleeping accommodation for up to 18 people. All beds have memory foam topper pads, pillows, and quilts. We now have two kitchens and there are two bathrooms and two showers.
Linen and towels are provided. High chair and one porta cot are available on request at no charge. There are numerous outdoor dining and seating areas and a gas BBQ and gas is supplied. There is a cosy warm log fire in the lounge with fire guard for those wintery nights and a fire in the large kitchen area also. All cabins have their own electric heaters and electric blankets.
There is plenty of parking within the property for vehicles. Provision of locked facilities to keep beach toys safe is available on request.
We will allow dogs if agreed on before a booking is made. Stock up on groceries before you come from Whanganui, Marton or Palmerston North as there are no shops in the village of Koitiata. Turakina Service Station is 8 km out on the main road with petrol, diesel, and limited groceries.
Writers retreats and workshops are available for groups, including wirework workshops and sculpture workshops, by making enquires to theredbach@gmail.com or via www.redbach.nz . More information about Koitiata and Turakina Beach is available at www.koitiata.nz
Property manager
Barbara & Terry Bowness
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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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
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 6 total
All pets have to be approved by us before you book
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside buildings or charges will apply
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 18
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Koitiata
Located in Koitiata, this holiday home is on a river. Watt Fountain and Ward Observatory are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Durie Hill Elevator and Whanganui Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Koitiata, Manawatu-Wanganui
What's nearby
- Turakina Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 27 min drive - 30.0 km
- Whanganui Museum - 27 min drive - 30.2 km
- Virginia Lake - 30 min drive - 32.8 km
- Castlecliff Beach - 33 min drive - 34.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Long Black Coffee Cart - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Emma R.
5 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place
Emma R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne M.
12 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay
Suzanne M.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Sarah P.
2 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family holiday getaway
Sarah P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Nic P.
25 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a mixed group
Nic P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Johnathan H.
9 Feb 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical
Johnathan H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Jen C., Wellington, New Zealand
5 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time thanks.
Jen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nici G.
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for family get-together
Nici G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nathan B.
17 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Nathan B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Oliver E., Wellington
3 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Years Retreat
Oliver E.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Liz F.
23 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
Liz F.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Luke L.
20 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accomodating
Luke L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Zoe R.
8 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Red Bach Retreat!!
Zoe R.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pam C.
4 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful wee place
Pam C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Leo K.
26 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven on Earth
Leo K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Pauline G.
20 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mamastrummers retreat
Pauline G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alice K.
12 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rejuvenation weekend
Alice K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jim L.
10 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant get away!
Jim L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pauline G.
20 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great ambience and fantastic space
Pauline G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Grant B.
17 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Place
Grant B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Catherine M.
25 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Holiday Retreat
Catherine M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nick P.
1 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter Family Get Together
Nick P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tahurangi B.
18 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic Charm
Tahurangi B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ivan P.
22 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Ivan P.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Adrienne M.
18 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Adrienne M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
About the host
Hosted by Barbara & Terry Bowness
Red Bach Retreat was Red Bach Gallery for a number of years selling our hand made copper sculptures. Due to injury we closed the gallery and are now running Writers Retreats, Sculpture Workshops, and I have written a book and made a series of sculptures for the last 6 years called The Secret Keeper. Have a look on Facebook thesecretkeepernz. We also provide a place for tutors to run there own workshops with on site accommodation. We have also opened it up for people to come and relax and have some time out in a restful environment to get away from their busy lifestyles. Come, visit and enjoy your stay with us.
Barbara and Terry.
Barbara and Terry.
Why they chose this property
Why not come and relax in a quirky artistic property that will certainly inspire you. Everywhere you look you will see something different. From copper sculptures to hidden gems in the gardens. A wonderful beach you can wander along and relax and take time out.
Languages:
English
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