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On the beach
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Interior
On the beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Sea view

Explore the area

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Castlepoint, Wellington Region
  • Castlepoint Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Castlepoint Lighthouse
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Castlepoint Rock
    ‪1 min drive‬

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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.

Crayfish Cove - Unsurpassed Water front location!

We have just completed huge renovations on our bach & can’t wait to share the upgrades with our guests!
The smell and touch of the Pacific ocean is right on your door step. This property is all about location and Views. Absoultely unmatched access to the Pacific and your gateway to unlimited recreation.

Castlepoint is renowned for its landscape and unmatched diving. Crayfish cove offers you a holiday with the location you deserve. The views are 1 in a million.The famous castlepoint lighthouse is right outside and awaiting your arrival. Enjoy the famous fishing from the reef as well as the safe boat launching on offer.

Swimming , surfing and surfcasting are right on your door step along with guided trophy deer stalking if you wish.. Castlepoint offers extensive recreation for all families from Fishing and diving / Surfing / Great walks / Golf and tennis / hunting and the all important family time on the beach. Low tide offers many a hours searching rock pools.

This part of the east coast offers unlimited recreation for the angler and diver with many a fishing competitions held throughout the year.

Make this not just a holiday but an adventure. With a property nestled over the ocean your imagination is the only limit.

Crayfish cove is 1 of the original Bach s from the early settlement. With very rear opportunities to holiday right on the water in New Zealand please let us share our dream with you.

The property features:
- 2 Toilets
- 1 Shower
- Wood burner, please use wood supplied, not driftwood
- Room 1, Queen Bed
- Room 2, 1 set of bunks
- Room 3, double bed
- New Smart TV
- Fully equipped kitchen
- BBQ
- Outdoor table and bench seats
- A selection of jigsaws and books

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition this bach is BYO linen (towels/sheets/tea towels). We do have access to a Full Linen Service if you would prefer - we can organise this for you. Guests are expected Leave the house as tidy as you found it, do the dishes before you leave, take rubbish and recycling away with you etc

NO PETS
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Castlepoint Beach. The holiday home offers a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms and a fireplace
  • Steps from Castlepoint Beach and 10 minutes on foot from Castlepoint Lighthouse
Crayfish Cove - Unsurpassed Water front location! offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Property Manager Paula - Owners Craig and Suzy Jones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

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.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We charge for any infant over 12 months of age

Important information

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
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 indicated that 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Crayfish Cove Castlepo. Unsurpassed Water Front Location House
Crayfish Cove Castlepo. Unsurpassed Water Front Location House
Crayfish Cove Castlepo. Unsurpassed Water Front Location

Crayfish Cove - Unsurpassed Water front location! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 172 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lesley R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab Bach
Lovely clean, comfortable and well equipped bach with amazing views of the lighthouse and the boats coming and going off the beach. Really good hosts who are super helpful. You will not be disappointed! We will definitely be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

janet F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome retreat
Fabulous location, comfy, clean and perfect home from home. Cant wait to do it all again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Great place to stay. We liked the old interior/but the upgrade was a pleasant surprise. Good for children central to all aspects of what Castlepoint has on offer. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little bach
Lovely bach, one delux new bedroom, bed and toilet, the bunk room is sort of internal, with only a high window that opens into that back bedroom, but for us it was perfect. Very very comfortable couch, lounge views were amazing, kitchen had evrything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keren C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bright, light and beautiful
This address has always had exceptional beach frontage, which means that even if the weather is rough you can still watch the sea all day. It’s just steps away!The addition of French doors in the main room, freshly painted surfaces, new furnishings and units in kitchen and bathroom, have elevated the house even more. We so loved the brightness of it, that reflected the light from sea and sky.Exceptional. Book it when you can!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning view
Wonderful setting. Perfect for our family. Clean and comfortable beds. Only downside was that there was no washing machine which would have been handy for our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castlepoint stay
Very good location, had a lovely time
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicki T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Close to water and walks. Great fish and chips from store
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayden M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Bach!
Everything about Crayfish Cove was great, beautifully renovated, warm and great location, couldn't Hosts weveab to my questions, would not hisitat
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location
Thank you for having us to stay, such a great bach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great little bach
We had a great stay, the bach is in a fabulous location and nice place to chill out. However, it needed a good clean - the dishes were grimy, cupboards sticky and there was dust everywhere. I think we left it cleaner than when we arrived!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Weekend
Great location on the beach. Clean & tidy bach. Big lounge with plenty of seating. Lovely to be able to hear the surf. Lovely meal at Castlepoint pub with courtesy pickup and dropoff, great service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location
A traditional kiwi bach literally across the road from the beach, giving us easy access to all that Castlepoint has to offer. We had a great long weekend here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keren C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The sea at your doorstep
We love this place. Bright, light, and sunny, the best thing about it is the sea at the doorstep. You hear the waves at night, see them first thing when you get up, and then walk just a few steps over the road to plunge into them for a swim. The bach is warm too with a really efficient log burner so we were cosy at night. This is our go to place for a few days of real refreshment and pleasure. The sea, the rocks, the hills for climbing, spectacular views from so many angles. It’s a winner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good little house
Was a great spot, would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Trudy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach delight
Perfect spot in the world, across the road from the beach, lots of walking if you wanted to. This is very much an old kiwi bach, very warm and cosy with the fire lite on a cool autumn days. Note bring all consumables, hand soap, tea, coffee etc. Don't forget hand towels and bath matt, toilet paper, paper towels etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

debbie r., Raglan

Great spot but rental is poor in condition
A getaway for an occasion that did not go well. Whilst the location was what we wished on the beach front and close to things things went down hill The agent for the home was very accommodating in trying to fix things but cut holiday short after the rat. On arrival multiple mice seen and in things in cupboard toaster and plates. Unit manager bought new items and wiped surfaces. Proceeded to catch more mice through stay. Not a fan of such things. Then traps went missing and found under the cupboard with a bigger variety running away. The furniture outside is rotten and broken the seat is by door and catch leg on rotten board Shower not draining well floods around feet Quiet hard to get in and out of with limited mobility and the step against toilet on angle Understanding a bach but needs work to rent out to ensure a nice stay. Overall not recommending this place. Whilst re received a $50.00 refund the night we arrived for the mice we had a ruined holiday after the rat we left
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Thanks. We managed to leave a kitchen knife behind - pink handle, Tedzkuri brand, which is of sentimental value - is there any chance that you might be able to please post it to us at our expense? It would be very much appreciated - please let me know - Alex (alex_howie@outlook.co.nz)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The bach was perfect for what we needed - right on the beachfront, warm and well equipped!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
👍
Such a great place to stay with a larger family. Fantastic view. Nice and close to all activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Beachfront
Traditional style kiwi bach, still under refurb. Living area beaut, beds okay. BYO toilet paper is an unprecedented request! Great area to explore and enjoy ... walking, swimming, relaxed locals, including gulls and seal. Would hire this cottage again. Thanks to owners for 'sharing' it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Break
Family members stayed at this bach. Perfect situation with beach across the road. Short walk to lagoon, lighthouse and store (for small children). Everyone loved their stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H., Manawatu, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Our fav place to be!
Castlepoint put on the best weather for this years stay, and Crayfish Cove was the perfect bach to host us. We absolutely love staying here and can’t wait to come back next year. X
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024