Title: Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6344460&destination=Kai+Iwi%2C+Manawat%C5%AB-Whanganui%2C+New+Zealand&selected=113909512&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views ## Photo gallery for Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views ![Outdoor dining - Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views (Kai Iwi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909600/113909512/40871c83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets - Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views (Kai Iwi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909600/113909512/d6faebe2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views (Kai Iwi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909600/113909512/63f6504d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views (Kai Iwi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909600/113909512/f0a29425.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views (Kai Iwi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113910000/113909600/113909512/b8ebd46e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views Unwind, relax and enjoy the amazing sea views and stunning sunsets at our beautiful beach front home. We are a just a short walk down the hill to the beach and local park, and only a 15 minute drive from Whanganui. There is a patrolled swimming area during the summer months. The fishing is fantastic, and there is plenty of fish to be caught either by surf casting or long lines and also white baiting in season. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3500000/3499200/3499172/260582b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 151 on London Motel College Estate - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Business services 9.0 Wonderful 480 reviews £86 includes taxes & fees 3 Apr - 4 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=3499172&PinnedHotelID=3499172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120100000/120099800/120099761/e9c432cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ACCOMMODATION GATEWAY MOTEL Highbury - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews £62 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=120099761&PinnedHotelID=120099761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3811200/3811106/785a36a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Anndion Lodge Motel and Function Centre Whanganui East - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Games room 8.2 Very good 251 reviews £43 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=3811106&PinnedHotelID=3811106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Shower, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44500000/44499300/44499228/2729d5b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Castletown Motel Foxton - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry room 8.8 Excellent 83 reviews £62 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=44499228&PinnedHotelID=44499228&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4130000/4129900/4129843/140a910f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Braemar House B&B and YHA Hostel Whanganui Central - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Business services - Laundry room 9.0 Wonderful 81 reviews £41 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=4129843&PinnedHotelID=4129843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679358/cd49c743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Rutland Arms Inn Whanganui Central - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Bar 9.2 Wonderful 315 reviews £95 includes taxes & fees 6 Apr - 7 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07&selected=9679358&PinnedHotelID=9679358&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38110000/38106500/38106432/1fb8ee27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kune Crib - Ohakune Holiday Home near Turoa Ohakune - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10&selected=38106432&PinnedHotelID=38106432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33300000/33299600/33299550/11e148a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kai Iwi Beach House. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Kai Iwi, this holiday home is on the beach. Mowhanau Beach and Virginia Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bason Botanic Gardens and Ward Observatory. Travelling with kids? Consider Whanganui Museum and Wanganui Community Arts Centre. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby. [Visit our Kai Iwi travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kai-Iwi.dx6344460) [View more Holiday homes in Kai Iwi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kai-Iwi-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6344460-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-39.88369%2C174.89732&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=APfZpEQhUMFmckX2IOLYvCpR-XY=) Kai Iwi, Manawatū-Whanganui ### What's nearby - Mowhanau Beach 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Virginia Lake 9 min drive \- 9.5 miles - Whanganui Museum 13 min drive \- 11.5 miles - Durie Hill Elevator 13 min drive \- 11.9 miles - Bushy Park Homestead & Forest 14 min drive \- 10.5 miles ### Getting around - Whanganui (WAG) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - The Citadel Cafe 22 min drive - Windermere Farms Of Wanganui 13 min drive - Castlecliff Camp Store & Takeaways 22 min drive - Pukekos nest Cafe 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views? ### What time is check-in at Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views? ### What time is check-out at Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views? ### Where is Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sunset Escape - Stunning Beachfront Views Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie-Anne D. 21 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic house in a great location. There was room for everyone for our extended family Christmas getaway. The downstairs area was great for the kids and the view from the deck was stunning! Definitely recommend this place. ##### Katie-Anne D. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isuru W. 25 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sun, Sea, and Serenity at Kai Iwi We had a wonderful stay at Sunset Escape – Kai Iwi. It’s a cosy, well-maintained property that easily accommodated our group of 14, made up of three families with kids. The house was clean, spacious, and fully equipped with all the amenities we needed.The highlight was definitely the stunning view of the beach and ocean – absolutely perfect for anyone who loves being near the sea. The property felt private and peaceful, with no disturbances from neighboring houses.Overall, it was a great experience, and we’d highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing beachside escape with family or friends. ##### Isuru W. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gilbert B. 28 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Brilliant stay at Kai Iwi. Rugged beach on a wild weekend of weather looked great out the window. Fantastic communal areas and kitchen. Easy access to Whanganui for some great beers and bike rides on the river ##### Gilbert B. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natalie W. 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A perfect spot and well set up house. Warm and comfortable. Fantastic views and access to beach. Would highly recommend ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b21b14b5-4d3d-492a-be6b-603197ba3da3-1754204740894.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b76fe32c-04d7-4d27-823c-200beafeed32-1754204741250.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Natalie W. 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