Family-Friendly Pauanui Retreat Near the Estuary
Welcome to your quintessential coastal escape in Pauanui. Designed to accommodate up to ten guests, this light-filled holiday home directly borders a quiet reserve, providing a wonderful setting for family gatherings and beachside retreats. With the local estuary right nearby and the boat ramp situated just at the end of the road, it is an ideal haven for boaties, water sports enthusiasts, and families seeking a relaxed environment.
The interior showcases vaulted timber ceilings and an open plan layout that flows effortlessly from the fully equipped kitchen to the comfortable living and dining spaces. You will find modern home comforts throughout, including WiFi, a Smart TV equipped with Netflix and Chromecast, a fireplace for cooler evenings, and a Nespresso machine for morning coffees. Off the main living area, expansive decking offers outdoor seating, a barbecue, and sun coverage, creating the perfect backdrop for casual alfresco dining while keeping an eye on the kids playing on the adjacent grass.
Sleeping arrangements are spread thoughtfully across the home and an additional caravan setup. The master bedroom upstairs boasts a king bed, built-in storage, elevated views towards the water, and its own private ensuite. On the main floor, two further bedrooms feature one queen bed and two single beds respectively, serviced by the home’s second bathroom. The on-site caravan supplies additional sleeping quarters with a queen bed and a king bed (guests to supply their own linen for the caravan).
Entertainment options abound for all ages, featuring a dedicated garage games area fitted with classic arcade machines and a secondary lounge seating area. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the ample off-street space available to park a boat down the driveway, making day trips out onto the water seamless and stress-free.
Your four-legged family members are welcome to join the holiday, though please note the section opens straight onto the reserve and is not fully fenced. Flat footpaths and scenic walkways wind all throughout Pauanui, making it easy to stroll down to the beach, explore local parks, or simply enjoy the peaceful seaside atmosphere.
Kitchen & Dining
The fully equipped kitchen includes essential modern appliances, featuring an electric stove and oven, dishwasher, microwave, and a Nespresso coffee machine. An adjacent carved wooden dining table offers indoor seating, while the open-plan layout connects seamlessly to the main living space. Outdoor dining tables and chairs on the sun-lit decks provide pleasant alfresco mealtime options.
Bedrooms
Sleeping quarters are split between the main home and an additional on-site caravan to accommodate up to ten guests. The private upstairs master bedroom features a king bed, sloping timber ceilings, built-in storage, water views, and an ensuite bathroom. Two main-floor bedrooms offer a queen bed and two single beds respectively, while the cozy caravan provides extra sleeping space with a queen bed and a king bed (guests to bring their own caravan linen).
Bathrooms
The home features two clean and tidy bathrooms servicing all guests comfortably. The private master ensuite upstairs provides added convenience for the primary bedroom. On the main floor, the second family bathroom easily serves the remaining bedrooms and common areas.
Outdoor Areas
Spacious wooden decking wraps around the exterior, featuring an expansive bench seat, outdoor tables, and a sun umbrella for casual alfresco lounging. The property opens directly onto a quiet grassy reserve, providing plenty of room for children to play. A barbecue is available for outdoor cookouts, with space to park a boat down the driveway near the local estuary.
Entertainment
Indoors, the main lounge offers a comfortable seating setup with a Smart TV equipped with Chromecast and Netflix streaming capabilities. A dedicated garage games room provides a fun retreat for older kids and adults, complete with classic arcade machines and a secondary couch. Free Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected throughout your stay.
Nearby
Stepping out your front door puts you just a leisurely ten-minute stroll from the golden sands of Pauanui Beach, perfect for morning swims and family sunbathing. Kids will love popping over to Given Grove Playground only minutes away, or challenging the family to a game at Pauanui Mini Golf less than a kilometer down the road. For sweeping coastal vistas, take a quick five-minute drive up to Gazebo Lookout or explore the scenic shores of Royal Billy Point Reserve right at the estuary’s edge.
Luxury Amenities
A cozy fireplace in the central lounge adds warmth and ambience on cooler coastal evenings. Modern conveniences like free Wi-Fi, a Nespresso coffee machine, and dedicated boat parking enhance your holiday experience.
House Rules
Please place rubbish in the bin with the red lid in the garage as our cleaner disposes of the rubbish.
Please use the Garage remote do not force open, the remote is on the bench next to the oven.
The caravan key is on the hook at the side of the microwave.
Report any breakages or damage.
Please no loud music after 9pm for respect for our permanent neighbours.
Definitely no smoking inside.
Make sure you pick up after your dogs outside we don’t want people stepping in it.
If your pet has an accident inside please attend to straight away with the bissell cleaner and clean the cleaner after use.
Please make sure your car doesn’t leak oil onto the driveway or park on the grass if it does.
We have brand new carpet I would really appreciate that you remove shoes before entering inside
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Safety Features
Smoke Alarms
First Aid Kit
Booking Cancellation Policy
Guests may cancel their booking up to 14 full days before check-in to receive a full refund of the booking amount. Cancellations made less than 14 full days before check-in are non-refundable. The 3% bank payment fee is non-refundable in all cases.