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Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.

2.0 star property
Vacation home in Karamea with kitchen and fireplace

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Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is ￥17,221
￥28,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2026

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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.

Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.

Granite Creek Eco Retreat is an eco-friendly, off-grid, self-sufficient home set between Kahurangi National Park and the Tasman Sea. Perched on a knoll at the edge of the park, it offers stunning views, abundant birdlife, spectacular stargazing, and breathtaking sunsets — all creating a powerful sense of peaceful isolation.
The space
I personally built this house recently with the future in mind. Designed to be passive and self-sufficient, it harnesses natural elements to maintain a steady temperature year-round and relies on the sun for heating, electricity, and hot water. When the weather cools, you can fire up the Rayburn wood burner for extra warmth, additional hot water, and the perfect slow-cooked casserole.

A 50 m² deck with stunning views makes outdoor living a pleasure, and the fire bath offers a relaxing soak to end the day.

The house is located near some of the best white-baiting spots in the country and less than 10 km from two boat ramps and multiple beach access points — ideal for fishers and surfers alike.

Karamea township is 8 km to the north and offers great food options, including The Dutch Oven Bakery, Vinnies Cafe, The Village Hotel, and The Last Resort. You’ll also find a Four Square, a hardware store, and an information centre that sells fuel.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

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    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    Minimum check-in age: 20

    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:
    Just leave the house unlocked with the keys on the bench.
    Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

    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

    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
    This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
    Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
    Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    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

    National rating

    Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

    About the neighborhood

    Map
    West Coast, Karamea

    What's nearby

    • Karamea Estuary Walk - 18 min drive - 13.6 km
    • Karamea Beach - 21 min drive - 15.1 km
    • Kahurangi National Park - 27 min drive - 17.3 km
    • Charming Creek Walkway - 59 min drive - 69.2 km

    Getting around

    • Westport (WSZ) - 100 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Vinnie's coffee in the yurt - ‬13 min drive
    • ‪Little Wanganui Hotel - ‬16 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much does it cost to stay at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.?

    As of Dec 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. on Jan 16, 2026 start from ￥17,221, excluding 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 for more accurate prices.

    How much is parking?

    Onsite parking is available at the property.

    What time is check-in at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.?

    Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun.?

    Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is Eco friendly, self sufficient house powered by the sun. located?

    Situated in Karamea, this vacation home is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Karamea Estuary Walk and 7.7 mi (12.3 km) from Karamea Beach. Oparara Arch and Box Canyon Cave are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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