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The Sandcastle

4.0 star property

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Property grounds
Design Double Room | Garden view
View from property
Exterior
Design Tent | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
32 Haile Lane, Pohara, 7172
  • Pohara Beach
    19 min walk
  • Golden Bay
    5 min drive
  • The Penguin Cafe & Bar
    3 min drive
  • Motueka (MZP)
    82 min drive

Room options

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Design Double Room | Garden view

Design Double Room

  • Studio
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Chalet - sleeps 4

  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Chalet - sleeps 6

  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Design Tent | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Design Tent

  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Front of property

Mohua Motels

Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Breakfast available
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (140)
The price is CHF 116
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Mohua Motels

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Sandcastle

Cabin in Pohara with free parking
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free cabin has a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. All 6 individually decorated cabins provide free WiFi, free wired Internet and minibars. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like fridges and microwaves.
The Sandcastle offers 6 accommodations with minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

This Pohara cabin provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at The Sandcastle, you'll be within walking distance of Pohara Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus breakfast (surcharge). This upmarket cabin has 6 cabins. Each cabin includes amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.
  • All cabins offer flat-screen TVs, fridges and microwaves
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast is offered for a fee
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Pohara Beach and 5 minutes from Golden Bay
  • Pets welcome free of charge
The Sandcastle offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Sandcastle also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

This 4-star Pohara cabin is smoke free.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Playground

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee: NZD 5 per person
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Pets stay free

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Table tennis

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)

General

  • 6 units
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Breakfast fee: from approximately NZD 5 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards
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
This property is professionally cleaned
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Sandcastle Cabin Pohara
Sandcastle Pohara
The Sandcastle Cabin
The Sandcastle Pohara
The Sandcastle Cabin Pohara

The Sandcastle Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great having the hall.The table tennis and the piano were awesome for the children and adults to play in on a wet weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Leon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good basic but spacious accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything about the place 😌
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second time staying at this property, we even had the very same cabin. Steve, the host was fantastic. He made it nice and simple for our late arrival and popped in to check if we needed anything in the morning. We will absolutely stay here again. Fantastic location surrounded by nature. Thanks again Steve.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Julia and John

Travelled with partner
It's in a magical location with a special atmosphere all of it's own. If you look past the cobwebs, spiders and walls in desperate need of a paint, the important amenities (sheets, kitchen, floor, toilet) were clean. An enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

CHINTAN RAMANBHAI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good, could book and stay for staying purpose. Has Yoga available for mornings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful quaint place. Owner Steven is extremely friendly and helpful. Very welcoming and accommodating. We loved our stay there. Good value for money -
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Dee

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
After our room had been given to another party the owner did correct this. The chalet was filthy. Dust, mould, filthy dush brush, spiders in the bathroom, stain on the bunk sheet, broken window latch meant we couldnt shut it, door didnt lock. The room was warm with 2x heaters and the area quiet apart from mice in the ceiling at night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Caroline

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cute little cabin needs a good scrub
Cute little cabin and had everything we needed but thick cobwebs inside the windows with spiders, dirty inside window frames and kitchen shelves, some dirty and smelly towels, some dishes dirty, outside furniture and deck mildew - could have easily been a wonderful stay but this made it very average. Sorry guys, someone needs to give Cabin 2 a good clean and then it would be wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stphen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
A very comfortable and friendly place to stay. Steve, the host, is a great guy and he does everything he can to make your stay a great one.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

christian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un très bel endroit où il faut penser à réserver à l'avance pour profiter du cadre exceptionnel et de la région.

8/10 Good

Scott

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot with a very friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Joy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Steve thoughtful of old peoples needs and gave us a ramp up and some milk for the morning. Enjoyed the birdsong in the morning and ducklings and puppies and horses . Could oil squeaky doors to quieten toilet visits in the night and no smoke alarm
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tina-Anne

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings, a perfect place to just unwind and relax.. wake up to bird song .. Steve the manager was very friendly and obliging
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shayna

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying at sand castles, it has everything we need and had some are homely feel , I just wish I had of known to bring shower soap, but the stay was perfect for what we needed and the kids loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our family loved our stay in one of the cute cottages. It had a pretty outlook. The owner is very friendly and happy to answer any questions. It is very well located to visit near by beautiful beaches and many other tourist sites.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Peaceful place
The place was very easy to find and close to beautiful places. The owner was very friendly. The cabin was really cute and it has everything we needed. We had a nice view of the ocean and the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Diane

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

B P

Disliked: Room comfort
This is a Bach style accommodation all separate units in a large garden/ field, has an out door bbq. Units are basic but were clean with good shower and plenty of hot water.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Travelled with family
Quaint and cosy accommodation
A most friendly host and quaint surroundings, with simple amenities. The beautiful surroundings, the pizza oven [with host providing the pizza dough] and clustered cottages made for a cosy ‘community’ feel. Given the price range one could not complain. The Sandcastle offers comfortable, toasty warm accommodation on a budget.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cottage, clean and had everything we needed. So nice to bring our wee dog. Well definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula, Christchurch

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the surroundings, the relaxing feel about the property, the ability to have your dog there, (a pity we didn't have our one) The style of the accommodation, you really felt like you were on holiday in the batch style of accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021