Title: Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea 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 # Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105980000/105976300/105976248/8111a586.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105980000/105976300/105976248/8b273ae3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105980000/105976300/105976248/e3dc18fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105980000/105976300/105976248/18aebb2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105980000/105976300/105976248/98d17a4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea and take advantage of a garden, a playground and a sauna. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 21873 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Sea view £371 includes taxes & fees 12 Dec - 13 Dec ## 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. ### Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea The Surf Nest is a unique coastal escape just steps from the Tasman Sea, with the majestic Mount Taranaki and its rugged ranges as your breathtaking backdrop. This architecturally designed and award-winning house is inspired by the raw beauty of the Taranaki landscape. Every detail has been crafted to make you feel at home, whether you're here to surf, explore, or simply relax. Wake up to the sound of birds and waves, with views of private surf breaks right outside your door. This compact house utilises cleverly crafted spatial devices to pack a lot of punch into a small place without compromising on the scale of the living areas. It is designed to have a small environmental footprint and sit in harmony with the natural landscape. Thoughtfully fitted out with quality modern interiors and furnished to a high standard, the space is modern and comfortable. Overview • 3 bedrooms: one master bedroom with a queen size bed, one kids bedroom with a double bed (might not be suitable for tall adults), one queen bed with luxury bed linen and stunning view on surf breaks • Two full-sized bathroom with a toilet, a bath and a shower, and hot water of course. • An open plan, well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, kettle, toaster, oven, sink and all cooking essentials. • A washing machine and a dehumidifier. Please note there is no dryer. • A lounging area including a wall-mounted smart TV with streaming services like Netflix, etc. • A desk and lounging area on the mezzanine level of the guest unit, including a wall-mounted smart TV • Free fast and unlimited Wi-Fi. • Well insulated. There are heating panels throughout the entire house and a heat pump in the main unit OUTSIDE, there is: • An outdoor (covered) large deck with outdoor couches. We also provide a small folding table and chairs for outdoor dining and relaxing. • A traditional Finnish sauna that fits 4. For a true thermal experience, pair with a dip in sea. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### 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. - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Grey water recycling system - Housekeeping (on request) - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - 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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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-39.204033,173.78838&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:bdgnFk%60vc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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eNof9n5VlrReFL9fPQAyRHsxK84=) Warea, Taranaki #### What's nearby - Cape Egmont Lighthouse - 17 min drive - 12.1 miles - Oakura Beach - 22 min drive - 18.2 miles - Taranaki Base Hospital - 30 min drive - 26.2 miles - Pukekura Park - 33 min drive - 27.8 miles - Bowl of Brooklands - 35 min drive - 28.2 miles #### Getting around - New Plymouth (NPL) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Downtown Okato - ‬11 min drive - ‪Ōkato Take Away - ‬11 min drive - ‪Cafe Lahar - ‬11 min drive - ‪Okato Takeaways - ‬11 min drive - ‪Stony River Hotel - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea? > As of 29 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea on 12 Dec 2025 start from £370.68, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warea-Hotels-Tiny-House-Steps-Away-From-The-Tasman-Sea.h105976248.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sauna, seafront, and architecture steps away from the Tasman Sea located? > Nestled on the beach, this Warea holiday home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Cape Egmont Lighthouse, Oakura Beach and Kaitake Golf Club. Shearer Reserve and Corbett Park are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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