At this beach bach, you'll be just a 90-second walk from the soft sand of Paraparaumu Beach or Raumati Beach. Enjoy views of Kapiti Island from the spacious upstairs living area that opens out onto a north-facing deck, perfect for entertaining or unwinding. Take advantage of free unlimited fibre broadband and Chromecast-enabled smart TV with Netflix and other streaming services.
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Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sun trap by the beach!
• Listed in late 2021, this clean and tidy beach bach is decked out with new furniture, furnishings, and appliances • A 90 second walk and your feet are on the soft sand • Located between Paraparaumu Beach and Raumati Beach villages, you are a short beach walk from a wide range of cafes, bars, and restaurants • All linen is provided • Bright, spacious upstairs living area opens out onto north-facing deck, with views of Kapiti Island – great for entertaining or just chilling out • Free, unlimited fibre broadband • Smart TV with Freeview. Chromecast is also provided for if you wish to cast apps from your smartphone • DVD player and selection of DVDs • Kitchen is fully equipped with modern appliances and kitchenware, ample pantry space, ceramic hob and microwave oven, fan oven, dishwasher, and good-sized refrigerator/freezer • BBQ is available over the summer months • Dining area seats up to 6 people • Three bedrooms, all with queen-size beds • Fourth (small) bedroom is set up as an office/study with desk and chair • Two bathrooms (one on each level), with a shower and toilet in each; one bath • Heat pump upstairs and 2x micathermic heaters downstairs for the cooler months • Outdoor shower is ideal for removing sand and salt after swims • Washing machine and good-sized tub in laundry • Mini clothesline outdoors • Ample off-street parking - space for several vehicles and/or a boat • Choice of outdoor areas to relax in, including balcony deck, covered patio, or lawn • Shelter from the sea breeze makes for a very warm, relaxing environment • Note that the house entrance is at ground level, but the living area and master bedroom are at the upper-level - access is by internal stairs only • Safe swimming beach • Close to cycle ways, nature walks, Kapiti Island Tours, aquatic centre, golf and bowling clubs, Marine Gardens, children's play park and miniature railway • 10 minutes (drive) to Paraparaumu train station; 55 minutes by train to Wellington station and stadium. • End your day admiring the stunning sunset, or cross the street to the beachfront to watch the ball of fire sink below the sea …. … and drift off to sleep to the sound of the waves • No cleaning charge – please see our modest cleaning requests in the information guide provided in the bach. • To help keep costs (and the rental price) down, we have no street rubbish collection. We ask you to take your rubbish away with you if it is convenient and, if not, we provide containers for leaving rubbish and recycling at the bach. • Please note there is an extra fee for bookings of more than 4 guests ($20 per extra guest per night) • We may request references for bookings over the xmas/new year period. • Before booking, please read our Safety and Security Policy and Information, which forms part of the rental agreement. It covers our Covid-19 policy and also provides information about our alarm-activated security cameras, which will not be activated during your stay.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Freezer
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Netflix
Smart TV
Stereo
Streaming services
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
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.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 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 security system and a first aid kit
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Sun trap by the beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sun trap by the beach!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sun trap by the beach!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sun trap by the beach!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sun trap by the beach! located?
This family-friendly Paraparaumu holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Paraparaumu Beach, Raumati Beach and Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club. Coastlands Shoppingtown and Kena Kena Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
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Highly recommended! Beautiful place to stay. Very clean and comfortable and right by the beach. Hosts had excellent communication and made us feel so welcome. Close to shops and great restaurants/cafes.
Had a lovely stay at this property with my two kids - each having their own room was a bonus, couldn't fault the property or the communication with the owners either.
A lovely property with everything you could need. Spacious, modernized and clean. Lovely hosts who were very responsive with communication. Thoroughly recommend and hope to stay again.
Jane C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Anne Marie
20 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location for exploring the Kapiti Coast. Home away from home. Loved the beach walks
Lovely house that was warm, clean and well equipped for the weekend. Very handy to both Paraparaumu beach and Raumati Beach. Check in was easy and hosts very responsive.
We had a wonderful stay as a family. Close to the beach and shops. Everything available at the house you could think of!Such a sunny property, we willbe returning!! Hosts were fantastic with communication and replying to messages.
This place was perfect for a long weekend stay to catch up with family in Raumati. We really only need beds, shower and somewhere to make breakfast. Everything was comfortable and communication with the hosts was very good. The house is in a good location, close to beach and amenities.
The location was quiet and private yet close to both Raumati and Paraparaumu Beach shops, cafes and restaurants. The house is large and very well equipped. The sea can be viewed from the upstairs area. It's a perfect family home away from home.
We had a relaxing and restful weekend.
The house was spotless and well appointed.
Close to the beach and shops. I would highly recommend this bach for couples.
Col B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bruce
26 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really quiet and right across the road from the beach. Shops a 5 min walk. Great location and property immaculate throughout.
Cheers Bruce
We very much enjoyed our stay at Raumati Beach Retreat. The bach had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, clean and well-equipped. A fabulous location and swimming in the sea was great! Communication from the owners was excellent. We hope to be back one day!
Fantastic home, well located and roomy for a family. Good communication from the owners. Was very tidy and had all the essentials for a comfortable stay. Highly recommended.
This was the perfect base to catch up with friends in the Horowhenua, Kapiti and go to WOW in Wellington.
Incredible view, fabulous facilities.
Thank you so much.
Beach across the road, bus stop to shops and college/theatre at end of the driveway, every convenience offered inside, lovely and warm — even in winter — indoor/outdoor flow clean, stylish, and nice sunset/Kāpiti Island view too. This is a top quality getaway.
We loved our stay at Raumati beach. The property was perfect and loved the little gift left for us. So much beautiful sun in the lounge and right next to the beach with beautiful sunsets. Kitchen was well equipped and appreciated the heating for colder nights. We will definitely be back 😊