Title: Funky 50's beach house Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Funky 50's beach house Holiday home in Otaki with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Funky 50's beach house ![Exterior detail - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32419500/32419443/17c05aaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32419500/32419443/89e48891.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32419500/32419443/fae496ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32419500/32419443/83406f27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32420000/32419500/32419443/c5ff228c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Otaki Beach and unwind in this Funky Fifties beach house. Relax on the deck with a view of the private garden setting, take a short stroll to the beach or enjoy vinyl records by the bamboo bar. With proximity to restaurants, markets, and shops plus an herb garden for you to pick from in season. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 511 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## 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. ### Funky 50's beach house Come and enjoy the special micro climate of Otaki Beach. Relax on the deck with a view out to a private garden setting or take an easy three minute stroll to the beach. This Funky Fifties beach house has a bamboo bar, wood burner and a wide choice of vinyl records and CDs to listen to, many of which could be your very own favourites. In this modern age a real novelty for some! Close proximity to beach shop, restaurants, markets, outlet shops and urban centre plus the Sunday market opposite New World is well worth a visit. In season you can pick your own herbs from our very own garden. An hours drive from Wellington/Palmerston North. Otaki beach is another one of those well kept secret spots that unless you visit you won't discover for yourself. Don't take our word for it read the amazing feedback left by our previous guests! Special conditions: Wifi available for general use only. 1GB per night. Downloading and Streaming not permitted. Wifi is monitored and extra time can be purchased if required. Minimum stay 2 nights for up to 2 guests. Extra adults $20 per person. Cacti garden with views to the north and eastern hills. The bach suits single, couples or a family of four. May not suit families with toddlers due to the vast range of collectables on display. Public holidays including Easter, Queen's Birthday, Labour Weekend and Christmas holidays - preference given to bookings of 3 nights or more. 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); Cleaner can be arranged if required approx $60-$120 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Golf - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89650000/89641700/89641610/5a7bbb40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quite Private close to cafes beach river Otaki - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=89641610&PinnedHotelID=89641610&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112330000/112329700/112329624/f46eb600.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Balgownie Estate Gonville - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=112329624&PinnedHotelID=112329624&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38010000/38002700/38002688/aaddba78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean-front beach house Waitarere Beach - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 96 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=38002688&PinnedHotelID=38002688&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116680000/116671400/116671379/5de89d7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romney Lane Homestead - A rural retreat, best enjoyed with friends & family. 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Clean BBQ and Fire pit and move back up to the deck Ensure it is cold then place cover over it. Thank you Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Front door curtains do not close over the entry as they will tear. Close curtains up to the door not over it when you depart. Guests are asked to bring their own linen or leave $20 for the cleaner thank you ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: The backyard has a cactus garden. Be careful! ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### Property is also known as Funky 50's Beach House Otaki Beach Funky 50's Beach Otaki Beach Funky 50's Beach Funky 50's Beach House Otaki Funky 50's Beach House Private vacation home Funky 50's Beach House Private vacation home Otaki ## About the area Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Otaki Beach, a neighbourhood in Otaki. Ohau Wines and Levin Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nga Manu Nature Reserve and Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking. [Visit our Otaki travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otaki.dx6196164) [View more Holiday homes in Otaki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Otaki-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6196164-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-40.73604%2C175.12013&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UWqfR0toS0rSyS1_UYeBZtaVsQk=) Otaki Beach, Kapiti Coast ### What's nearby - Otaki Beach 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Worser Bay 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Waikanae Beach 17 min drive \- 15.4 miles - Paraparaumu Beach 21 min drive \- 18.7 miles - Raumati Beach 21 min drive \- 19.6 miles ### Getting around - Paraparaumu (PPQ) 26 min drive ### Restaurants - Subway 6 min drive - River Stone Cafe 6 min drive - Cafe Sixty SIX 4 min drive - Streetwise 6 min drive - Hi Mate 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Funky 50's beach house pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Funky 50's beach house? ### What time is check-in at Funky 50's beach house? ### What time is check-out at Funky 50's beach house? ### Where is Funky 50's beach house located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Funky 50's beach house 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 133 8 - Good 42 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul M. 27 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We have stayed a number of times at this property and find it really cosy and Chitra is good to communicate with ##### Paul M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Angela 24 Oct 2025 Liked: Communication Disliked: Property conditions & facilities The outside deck is excellent and the back garden very good. The inside of the house is too cluttered with ornaments, decorations, furnishings, etc. and needs pairing down. It looks like an op-shop and smells very musty. The house is a close walk to the beach, river, shop, bus stop, and cafes. ##### Angela Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### gaye b. 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quirky and Cute A great stay at the beach. The batch is exactly as photos depict. Host was super helpful. we had a great time ##### gaye b. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennie G. 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relax and enjoy Had a great relaxing stay. Everything you need and more. Our 3rd stay here and we will be back. ##### Jennie G. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lewin 7 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication We have a fabulous couple days, we enjoyed out at the back deck with weather was awesome, five minutes walk to the beach, will definitely going back there very soon! ##### Lewin Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shaun H. 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Funky Town Sure is a funky trip back in time, refreshed some memoreies with passed grandparents, an awesome spot & location, loved the big deck space. Highley recommend ##### Shaun H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey M. 29 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place. No problems with anything. The property has real character and has great indoor/outdoor areas. We have been there twice and on both occasions we have very much enjoyed it. ##### Tracey M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ema B. 8 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A rockabilly beach-house dream We really enjoyed our stay here in Otaki, close to the beach, great communication from the host and what a treat if you're into 50s - 60s vibe. Truly a lot of love has gone into this place. ##### Ema B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola c. 13 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Eclectic and restful Loved the short break - the back deck was cool and where we ate and read - loved the peacefulness and also close walk to beach. ##### Nicola c. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca S. 31 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Very clean, very cool batch. Bus stop outside was great as we didn't have a vehicle - bus to the train station. Great outdoor area. ##### Rebecca S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise B., Wellington 27 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend stay Great outdoor space. Cosy & fascinating indoor space. Comfy bed. Just a short walk to beach. Hope to return. ##### Louise B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark B. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very funky 50's batch. Nice and close to the beach Interesting collection on display. Felt very comfortable and relaxed..like its got a soul. ##### Mark B. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Win M. 5 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quirky beach bach For a couple in their 70s/80s it was a journey back. The decor was quirky & familiar. The back verandah was a gem catching all day sun. The perfect place for a glass of wine. Amenities were perfectly adequate & spotlessly clean. I’d hate to have to do the dusting though. Chitra checked in to make sure everything was ok - a good communicator. ##### Win M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie H. 10 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect summer break at the beach! Peaceful, relaxing bach close to the beach. The back covered deck area is a perfect spot to read and even in the rain provided some nice shelter. Great record collection, books and magazines. Friendly host who made the whole experience an enjoyable one. ##### Melanie H. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel S. 17 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Outdoors The back deck and garden were fabulous to sit and relax, the bach had lots of interesting books and records to enjoy and the beach and estuary were a short walk away. I highly recommend this bach for an easy get-away ##### Rachel S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul M. 28 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy We enjoyed our stay; The house was clean and tidy. Having a fireplace with plenty of firewood for the cold nights was great. Check in and out details easy to follow. Chitra was great to deal with. Will book again. ##### Paul M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Camilla B. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Winter break Two nights in this lovely Bach. Great fun for the teenagers and the parents playing records! Lovely wood burner. Lovely garden. So close to the beach. Thank you for an awesome time. X ##### Camilla B. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Shelley T. 18 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay Great place to stay and location was perfect. One thing to take note of is there is no TV reception. We didn’t realise until the owner sent the paperwork a couple of days before we came over. Lots of DVDs however. It didn’t bother us at all but might do for someone with children. Other than that nice place, thank you. ##### Shelley T. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### karen J. 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a pleasant host! We loved how clean the cottage was. There was a problem with a window and it was fixed immediately, which was awesome! My partner loved the 'kiwi feel' however, I felt it was cluttered unnecessarily with too much furnture. We're average sized people, and used to a bigger bed, so we found the "double " beds too small. Also, we went home again, to get our own BBQ, as the house is open plan, with no extractor fan, and the food smell the first night went through the house. The BBQ there, is really only a small metal bowl with a wire grill, and needs charcoal, which we didn't find. We were there a week, and it would have been good to not have to dispose of our rubbish ourselves. However, it was unusually cold, and the fire place was awesome and plenty of wood was supplied. The shower is good too. The outside area is great! A large back yard and big deck. The house is a 5 minute walk from the ocean beach, which was great! The owner is lovely and easy to work with. Thank you! ##### karen J. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Helen W. 16 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great for a weekend getaway ##### Helen W. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William S. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great host, superb cottage, nice setting ##### William S. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Shona R. 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had fun looking at all the quirky memorabilia, much of it sparking memories of our childhood and grandparents' homes, even if it was a bit of sensory overload! House was generally clean, and beach a short walk away.Check-in and out was simple; owner was easily contactable when we initially had a bit of difficulty connecting to the WiFi. ##### Shona R. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kiana T. 6 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a special place Chitra has created such a beautiful space that pictures do no justice for! Highly recommend ##### Kiana T. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janice B. 19 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick trip Chitra, was excellent and went out of her way in making our stay in her home fantastic under the circumstances of the trip itself. ##### Janice B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Dion T. 8 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Retro Hideaway Great property with unique characteristics. Enjoyed our stay. ##### Dion T. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ---