Title: Kenepuru View - Private getaway in the Sounds Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Kenepuru View - Private getaway in the Sounds Holiday home in Portage with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37963800/37963783/c0b8fcfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37963800/37963783/b88c80ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37963800/37963783/c99a029e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37963800/37963783/161abfd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37963800/37963783/2ef3f8a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Kenepuru View - Private getaway in the Sounds provides amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities. 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Kenepuru View - Private getaway in the Sounds Road access, located between Te Mahia and Portage. Easy access to the Queen Charlotte track and just a 5 minute drive to the Portage beach and resort. Nice modern kitchen and two bathrooms. Four bedrooms off the main living area are ideal for a family. A new heat pump was installed in 2018 and does a great job of maintaining the temperature all year round. The spacious sun drenched deck has amazing views of Kenepuru Sound. The section is large and covered in native bush, so plenty of room for the kids to explore. Native bush also attracts plentiful birdlife including weka, tui, wood pigeons and fantails, providing an unforgettable backdrop to your holiday. The weka are very friendly and run around like they own the place! Walk down through beautiful native bush to a private beach cove where you can relax, swim, launch your kayak or fish off the rocks. We have ample parking up the driveway and there is a decent sized turnaround bay at the end of the street for larger vehicles. There is good mobile reception for all networks but no Wifi. Please note our neighbours on either side are permanent residents who have retired to this beautiful spot for a quiet life. Duvets (as pictured) are provided and there is a mattress protector on each of the (brand new) beds. Guests do need to bring their own bed sheets. Guests are expected to clean up before they leave. This includes emptying the dishwasher, cleaning the bbq, vacuuming, making beds and taking all rubbish with you. Rubbish can also be disposed of at the skip located just before Portage. This costs $3 per visit (must be a $2 and a $1 coin) and will take a couple of large rubbish bags plus recycling. Special conditions: A DVD is available, together with a selection of movies. There are also a range of board games & books available. The place is well fitted out with electrical appliances including a modern oven, microwave, sandwich press, toaster, kettle, hairdryer etc Toilet paper, dishwashing liquid and tea towels are provided. NB 1: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to clean the house, empty the rubbish bin and do the dishes before you leave as well as bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels); NB 2: You are booking a holiday in a Bach - not a hotel. As per the note above we rely on guests to clean up after themselves. As such you may not find the place in absolutely pristine condition. Please be aware of this and book a hotel instead if that is what you are seeking :) Kayaks can be hired from Mistletoe Bay (10 minutes drive back towards Linkwater). Kenepuru Road is now open to the public without the requirement for a permit, provided your vehicle meets the below restrictions. Combined vehicle length under 8.00m Combined weight under 3.5t Width under 2.5m ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111350000/111348600/111348581/1584d235.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Remote Pelorus Sound Kiwi Bach on the Beach with Great Views Totaranui - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews £181 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=111348581&PinnedHotelID=111348581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111550000/111546100/111546040/c0830e88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serenity, Comfort and Peace in the gorgeous Marlborough Sounds Mahau Sound - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=111546040&PinnedHotelID=111546040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71660000/71653500/71653483/1eff94ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Cottage right on the beach. 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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 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 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 ### Property is also known as Kenepuru Arrive Relax Portage Kenepuru View - Arrive and Relax Portage Kenepuru View - Arrive and Relax Private vacation home Kenepuru View - Arrive and Relax Private vacation home Portage ## About the area ![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-41.19921%2C174.01442&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0Z2m7o-m85LC1_YOIUqa3CaZA3E=) Portage, Portage #### What's nearby - Kenepuru Sounds - 17 min drive - 5.4 miles - Okiwa Bay - 56 min drive - 19.4 miles #### Getting around - Picton (PCN) - 112 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Seabreeze Cafe & Bar - ‬80 min drive - ‪Toastie Lords - ‬80 min drive - ‪Le Cafe - ‬80 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬80 min drive - ‪Jolly Roger - ‬85 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kenepuru View - Private getaway in the Sounds pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Kenepuru View - Private getaway in the Sounds? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Kenepuru View - Private getaway in the Sounds? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Kenepuru View - Private getaway in the Sounds located? > Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Kenepuru Sounds and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from Dryden Bay. Okiwa Bay and Queen Charlotte Walkway are also within 25 miles (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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