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Beach nearby, sun loungers - Funky 50's beach house (Otaki Beach)
Escape to Otaki Beach and unwind in this Funky Fifties beach house. Relax on the deck with a view of the private garden setting, take a short stroll to the beach or enjoy vinyl records by the bamboo bar. With proximity to restaurants, markets, and shops plus an herb garden for you to pick from in season.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • 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 transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall

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)
  • Unit size: 11 square feet

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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 complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

Funky 50's Beach House Otaki Beach
Funky 50's Beach Otaki Beach
Funky 50's Beach
Funky 50's Beach House Otaki
Funky 50's Beach House Private vacation home
Funky 50's Beach House Private vacation home Otaki

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Otaki Beach, a neighborhood 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 hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Otaki travel guide
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Kapiti Coast, Otaki Beach

What's nearby

  • Otaki Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Worser Bay
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Waikanae Beach
    17 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Paraparaumu Beach
    21 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Raumati Beach
    21 min drive - 31.5 km

Getting around

  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • River Stone Cafe
    6 min drive
  • Subway
    6 min drive
  • Cafe Sixty SIX
    4 min drive
  • Hi Mate
    6 min drive
  • Streetwise
    6 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?

Onsite 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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Funky 50's beach house located?

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

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Funky 50's beach house Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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. 136 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 190 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

jane N.

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Lewin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We have a fabulous couple days, we enjoyed out at the back deck with weather was awesome, five minutes walk to the beach, will definitely going back there very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennie G.

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

6/10 Okay

Angela

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

10/10 Excellent

gaye b.

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

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place. No problems with anything.

The property has real character and has great indoor/outdoor areas. We have been there twice and on both occasions we have very much enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Ema B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A rockabilly beach-house dream

We really enjoyed our stay here in Otaki, close to the beach, great communication from the host and what a treat if you're into 50s - 60s vibe. Truly a lot of love has gone into this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eclectic and restful

Loved the short break - the back deck was cool and where we ate and read - loved the peacefulness and also close walk to beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend stay

Great outdoor space. Cosy & fascinating indoor space. Comfy bed. Just a short walk to beach. Hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Very clean, very cool batch. Bus stop outside was great as we didn't have a vehicle - bus to the train station. Great outdoor area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect summer break at the beach!

Peaceful, relaxing bach close to the beach. The back covered deck area is a perfect spot to read and even in the rain provided some nice shelter. Great record collection, books and magazines. Friendly host who made the whole experience an enjoyable one.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very funky 50's batch. Nice and close to the beach

Interesting collection on display. Felt very comfortable and relaxed..like its got a soul.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Outdoors

The back deck and garden were fabulous to sit and relax, the bach had lots of interesting books and records to enjoy and the beach and estuary were a short walk away. I highly recommend this bach for an easy get-away
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy

We enjoyed our stay; The house was clean and tidy. Having a fireplace with plenty of firewood for the cold nights was great. Check in and out details easy to follow. Chitra was great to deal with. Will book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Win M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Camilla B.

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Shelley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great place to stay and location was perfect. One thing to take note of is there is no TV reception. We didn’t realise until the owner sent the paperwork a couple of days before we came over. Lots of DVDs however. It didn’t bother us at all but might do for someone with children. Other than that nice place, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

karen J.

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H.

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

8/10 Good

Dan M.

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

8/10 Good

Helen W.

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

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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