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Crayfish Cove - Unsurpassed Water front location!

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Ocean view

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 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
- Picnic table
- A selection of jigsaws and books

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Leave the house as tidy as you found it, do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels). We do have access to a Full Linen Service if you would prefer - we can organise this for you.

NO PETS

Property manager

Property Manager Paula - Owners Craig and Suzy Jones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

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.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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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

Pets

Pets not 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

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 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 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

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Castlepoint, Wellington Region

What's nearby

  • Castlepoint Beach - 1 min walk
  • Castlepoint Lighthouse - 10 min walk
  • Castlepoint Rock - 1 min drive
  • Riversdale Beach - 79 min drive
  • Otahome Beach - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castlepoint Store - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Castlepoint Store - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Crayfish Cove - Unsurpassed Water front location! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crayfish Cove - Unsurpassed Water front location!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crayfish Cove - Unsurpassed Water front location!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crayfish Cove - Unsurpassed Water front location! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Castlepoint vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Castlepoint Beach and Castlepoint Lighthouse. Castlepoint Rock is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

Crayfish Cove - Unsurpassed Water front location! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 166 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 166 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 166 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 166 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Keren C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream location
The sea is just outside the front door - and if you don’t feel like swimming in it (recommended) the windows and French doors of the bright sitting room at Crayfish cove mean you can look at it all day. Beautiful spot, wonderful scenery, can’t imagine a better place to unwind and feel refreshed. Wonderful. Thank you very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Pre Christmas chillout
Lovely spot right on beachfront. Fabulous views. Could do with a thorough clean instead of a superficial one. Furniture dusty and cupboard doors sticky. But enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Great property in perfect location.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Pauline J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Castlepoint
Rustic bach, on beach. Great view of the lighthouse. It was suggested that we had pets with us but we dont own any ???
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend fishing
We really enjoyed the Bach. What a great place to stay. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Stephen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Gorgeous little bach - the location was perfect. Waking up to the beach view was lovely. Close enough to the shop so the kids could walk down and we could see them the whole way. Loved our few days stay - hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023