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Funky 50's beach house

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A house with a large garden featuring white flowering plants and green foliage. - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)
A beach with a mountain in the background and scattered shells on the sand. - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)
A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a television. - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)
A dining table set outdoors with a floral tablecloth, surrounded by wooden chairs, and a sign reading "THE APPRENTICE". - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)
A single-story house with a light blue exterior, a front porch, and a driveway. - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)
Consider a stay at Funky 50's beach house and take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and a playground. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge), with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

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
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • 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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please take all your recycling and rubbish with you
Place used tea towels in the washing machine
Fire pit must only be used on the concrete tiles away from the deck. 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 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/biking trails. Visit our Otaki travel guide
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Otaki Beach, Kapiti Coast

What's nearby

  • Otaki Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Worser Bay
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Waikanae Beach
    20 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • Paraparaumu Beach
    24 min drive - 22.2 miles
  • Raumati Beach
    24 min drive - 22.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hi Mate
    6 min drive
  • River Stone Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Sunlong Restaurant And Fast Food
    4 min drive
  • Bus Stop Cafe
    14 min drive
  • Quarter Acre Cafe
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Funky 50's beach house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Funky 50's beach house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Funky 50's beach house?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Funky 50's beach house?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Funky 50's beach house located?

Located in Otaki Beach, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Otaki Beach and Worser Bay. Otaki River Walks and Otane Market are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 193 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very funky. Old and original but well kept. Very well set up kitchen. Big highlight for us - the turntable and well curated vinyl collection, DVDs , movie posters and assorted curios.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful bach and setup for a relaxing break
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Chitra for another comfortable stay in the beach house. I left 20.00 on the bench for washing. Also another man came over in a thunderbird and enquired if yu were available and let him know fence people were there earlier. So grateful for our stay in funky beach house.Nga mihi Ivan and Lisa
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very handy to the wedding venue, had everything we needed for our short stay . Host was great, very helpful. Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bach was quirky and comfortable - and the cool collectables made it fun and unique. The selection of vinyl was a music-lovers delight!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay, the beach house was warm comfortable and suited our needs. Added bonus was the short walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from the host, the deck is the stand out feature, the cacti are incredible too! Just a short stroll to the beach. A lovely spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with the host. Had such a lovely relaxing stay, most of the time was spent on the amazing deck looking out to the garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host has been very helpful and place waa cool
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication from host, funky bach to stay at and great location so handy to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, superb cottage, nice setting
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

A disappointing house in the perfect holiday spot.

Cluttered. Not suitable for senior citizens.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overpriced

The bach is a quirky 1960s property that was clean and tidy. For the price, we thought it was too expensive. On leaving the property, we were required to take all rubbish with us. This is not satisfactory for people who are away from home and have no option but to dispose (illagally) of household rubbish in the Council Bins
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024