Title: Tranquility Base - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home 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 # Tranquility Base - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home Cottage in Waikanae with kitchen ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46080000/46073500/46073457/31fae6a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46080000/46073500/46073457/37ed02ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46080000/46073500/46073457/0b5647d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46080000/46073500/46073457/c974a83e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46080000/46073500/46073457/d66b3eff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tranquility Base, a 1960s holiday house with modern conveniences, is nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac and boasts an elevated position with views west to Kāpiti Island and east to the Waikanae hills. This tranquil retreat offers unlimited Ultra-Fast broadband, heat pumps for cozy winter nights, a rumpus room with pool table and external access to the garden. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tranquility Base - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home Built in the decade of people landing on the moon, this 1960s holiday house has been enhanced with 21st-century conveniences to create a tranquil base from which to launch your holiday adventures. This 2-bedroom holiday home is located in a quiet cul-de-sac and is ideal for families or small groups wanting to spend time together. The house enjoys an elevated, sunny position with views west to Kāpiti Island and east to the Waikanae hills. Wake to varied bird-life and unwind watching the sunset. There is a flat lawn for cricket and a large garden for wandering or playing hide and seek. The kitchen, dining, living, and sleeping areas are on one level staying warm in winter with heat pumps. Bedroom 1 offers views of Kāpiti Island and a queen bed. Bedroom 2 has two king single beds (can be converted to a double bed) and external access onto a garden terrace. There are two pop-up single beds that can be used in bedroom 2 or the sunroom. On the lower level is a rumpus room with a pool and table tennis table, a small bathroom, and external access to the garden. Waimeha wildlife refuge and lagoon is just a 5-minute walk away, as is an excellent playground. Waikanae Beach and cafés are a 12-minute walk from the property. The legendary Olde Beach Bakery is just down the hill! Also, within easy reach is the riverside cycle trail. For those wanting to stay connected, there is unlimited Ultra-Fast broadband. Tranquility Base is a private and peaceful location perfect for resting or making your own celestial discoveries along the beautiful Kapiti Coast. The wood burner pictured at this property is not operational for guest use.Please note that the games room and lower-level bathroom are accessible only via stairs.Please note that on occasion a boat may beparked at the top of the driveway in front of the garage. There is an extra off-road parking space available on the driveway.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110940000/110934300/110934285/2fe64e67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spa and Sands - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home Waikanae Beach - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=110934285&PinnedHotelID=110934285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68820000/68812400/68812331/974283d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Little Blue Bach - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home Waikanae Beach - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 6.6 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=68812331&PinnedHotelID=68812331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67070000/67062800/67062745/5760aadf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Olde Beach Lux Waikanae Beach - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=67062745&PinnedHotelID=67062745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64670000/64660900/64660897/03286f56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean view Bach Raumati South - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 49 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=64660897&PinnedHotelID=64660897&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114211300/114211266/50b4e01c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kapiti Getaway - Fantastic location - Pool, Spa & Tennis Court Paraparaumu Beach - Sea view - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=114211266&PinnedHotelID=114211266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37915200/37915191/62172dc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waikanae Retreat - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home Waikanae Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=37915191&PinnedHotelID=37915191&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114220000/114213100/114213009/b345b549.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy pods, 2 minutes walk from beach - pet friendly! 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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 not indicated whether 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Tranquility Base Waikanae Home Tranquility Base Waikanae Beach Holiday Home Tranquility Base - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home Waikanae 596243 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-40.871277,175.02295&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:jxlxFmdgk%60%40%3FU%3FS%40Q%3FU%40U%40S%3FS%40SBU%40U%40QBUBSBQBU%40QDUBQDUBQDUDQDQDQDUFQDQFQDQFQFSHOFOFSHMFQHOFQHOHMJSFMJOHMJMHMJOJMJMJKJMJKJMJKLKJKLKLGJMLGLKLILGJINILGLILENGLELENILENCLENENELANCLENANCNAN%3FLCNAN%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%3FN%40NBN%3FL%40NBN%40LDNBN%40LDNDNBLDLDNHLDNDLFLDLHNFLHLHLFJHLJLFLLLFJJLJJJJJJLLJHLLJHLJLJNHLJLHLJNHLHRHLHNHPFNHPFLHRFNFNFRFPDPFPFPDPDTFPDPBPDTDPBTDPBTBPBTBP%40RBT%40PBT%40T%40R%40R%3FR%40T%40T%3FP%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FRARAT%3FTAPARATCTAPCTATCPCRCPCTEPCTEPETCPEPGPETEPGPGPEPGRGPGNGPIPGLIRGLIPININIPILKNINKJILKNKNIJMJILMLKJKJKJMJKJMHMJMHMHKHMHMFMHOFMHMDMFOFMDOFMDMDOBODMDO%40OBMDOBO%40MBO%3FO%40OBO%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCMAO%3FOCOAOCMEOCMAOEOEMEOCMEOGMEMGOGMEMIMGOIKGMIMIMIMIKKMIMKKKMKKKKKKMKMKKKKKOKOIMKKIOKOGMKQIOIOGQIMGSIMGQGQIOGQGSEQGQEQGQEUEQEQEQEUCQEUCQEUAQCSCQCUCUAQAUCUAS%3FQAUAU%3FSAS%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=aGYBUSabGp19n966dAiSHmI7mnk=) Waikanae Beach, Wellington - Wairarapa #### What's nearby - Waikanae Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - Nga Manu Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles - Southward Car Museum - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles - Paraparaumu Beach - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles - Raumati Beach - 8 min drive - 5.8 miles #### Getting around - Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 8 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Roastery Kapiti - ‬6 min drive - ‪Long Beach - ‬16 min walk - ‪Olde Beach Bakery - ‬8 min walk - ‪Lokanti - ‬6 min drive - ‪Salty’s - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tranquility Base - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Tranquility Base - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home located? > Located in Waikanae Beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Waikanae Beach and Waimeha Domain. Kapiti Marine Reserve and Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tranquility Base - Waikanae Beach Holiday Home Reviews 9.8 ### 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 9 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily L. 26 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay We enjoyed our stay. Kitchen is very clean and well equipped with cooking equipments. The outdoor spa is also very clean and is a nice spot to relax at the end of the day. ##### Emily L. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Penny M. 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for my family Immaculate ‘60s collectors dream-bach. We loved the artwork and the space. The spa is a wonderful bonus to view the stars. We were impressed by how clean it was. The heating was great for mid-June. ##### Penny M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill D. 22 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Waikanae Treasure Lovely original property in a beautiful location. House had an absolutely everything you could ever need to enjoy a relaxing break. Loved it. ##### Jill D. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul H. 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent! Excellent in all possible ways. We felt like we were family staying in a generously appointed home. We’ll be back! ##### Paul H. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clint J. 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place, love the hot tub The description correctly captures the quirky retro feel as described in the advertising. The house was spacious and comfortable. It was well fitted out with all equipment and supplies we could need. We especially enjoyed the hot tub out under the stars. ##### Clint J. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David C. 23 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Back to The Future Tranquility Base has everything for a long or short stay at Waikanae Beach. The funky 60s style has been maintained and given a modern kick so that it feels brand new. There are plenty of areas to relax and move about from the sun trap patio with large couches and beanbags, or the warm double-glazed lounge for a surround-sound movie night, as well as the pool and table tennis in the basement. If you don't want to cook, you can head down to the best bakery in Wellington with a 5 minute walk, or a 15minute walk to great pizza for dinner. Thanks for a great stay. ##### David C. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dinah Cohen 21 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house House is well set up with everything you could possibly need for a holiday. Surprisingly spacious and well laid out. ##### Dinah Cohen Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Peter C. 28 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 4 day getaway from Wellington A very well appointed property with high quality modern conveniences. A relaxing escape from Wellington for a short break in sunny Kapiti. Thank you so much for a perfect rental experience. ##### Peter C. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica M. 27 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just Perfect! We loved our stay here, such a comfortable stay we did not wnat to leave! Thanks for letting us stay at your hmely place. Hghly recommend! ##### Jessica M. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel T. 12 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy to organise with. Great place overall and so much room. Love the TV system, BBQ and the beach Loved it so much with the views, bbq, spacious rooms, the extra en suite and the closeness to the beach ##### Daniel T. 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