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The Pink Pipi Karitane

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Pink Pipi as seen from the water. N.B. the Pink Pipi has changed colour Dec 2024
New kitchen with gas cooktop, electric oven, dishwasher, fridge, gas hot water.
new kitchen
Dining
new bathroom

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Karitane, Dunedin Area
  • University of Otago
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • The Octagon
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Larnach Castle
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Single Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

The Pink Pipi Karitane

Historic 110 year old house right on the estuary. Formerly the home of the fishing station manager, servicing Sea Cliff asylum with seafood.
Right on the river's edge at Karitane. You couldn't get any closer to the water.
The estuary provides a safe tidal swimming area for you and your family. Bring your fishing rods and come and play. We have kayaks for you to use. At low tide, enjoy hunting for crabs with the kids or dig for cockles for your dinner. You might see Harold, the resident sea lion in Karitane Harbor.
Put your feet up with a book and a cold drink on the deck while your BBQ lunch is cooking.
Fancy a short walk to Karitane Beach? Enjoy swimming or surfing at the beach. Ride your push bike along Karitane beach at low tide to the rock pools at the southern end. Walk to the blow holes at the northern end of the beach.
The local shop is only a brief walk and stocks all of your essentials.
Karitane is only 35km north from Dunedin.
Special conditions:
Outside dogs allowed with prior approval.
New kitchen, new bathroom.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$80.00 per stay up to 6 people, 7- 10 people cleaning $120); Linen and bathroom towels included



Property manager

Geoff
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Karitane

Located in Karitane, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Historic Fort Taiaroa and Otakou Marae are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Otago Golf Club and Speight's Brewery. NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium and Dunedin Botanic Garden are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Karitane, Dunedin Area

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 27 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 29 min drive - 38.6 km
  • The Octagon - 29 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Larnach Castle - 51 min drive - 53.8 km
  • Royal Albatross Centre - 60 min drive - 69.1 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 33 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Harvest Moon Cafe - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pink Pipi Karitane pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pink Pipi Karitane?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pink Pipi Karitane?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Pink Pipi Karitane located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from Warrington Beach and within 20 miles (32 km) of Doctors Point and Orokonui Ecosanctuary. Shag Point Scenic Reserve and Holy Trinity Church are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 227 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

maree S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oar some
Great time. Old bach so is what it is. Had pretth much everytking we needed. A realitively new kitchen which is great. Great morning on the kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Fun stay
Review written by my 12 year old son.Loved the fire pit and how the water was on the doorstep.The wildlife was great and it was lots of fun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicki g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ideal
worked well for large family group.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
We loved the location and the quaint bach. Kids loved the kayaks and bodyboards. Would love to return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

margnphil

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feedback
HiWe book every year and love it The kids have memories from each visit It feels like our family bachI did take a photo of two of the kayaks that have holes in them as I’m not sure anyone would feed this back and we remembered them from our previous visit if you are keen I can send these to youAlso we loved that the windows and wall had been updated Thank you so so much Hemopo family
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place Great break
Perfect setting on the estuary. Lovely bach. Safe for kids, loved the kayaks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach get away
Awesome spot!!! Amazing Location!! Loved the access to kayaks, lifejackets, wet suits etc!!! Definately coming back!! amazing 3 nights, we wished it was longer!! Hosts go over and beyond!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
The place surprised us in a good way. We all were happy and satisfied
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great getaway with lots to do!
We loved spending Christmas at the Pink Pipi. Located close to the local shop wharf and walks, we had access to everything we needed. Best of all, the Bach was right on the estuary and we had free use of kayaks so we could explore right from our back door. The house had a well equipped kitchen and lots of space for us. We had some unexpected cold weather and the fire place was an added bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to relax and unwind!
We loved the location on the waterfront. House is comfortable & had everything we needed. A very relaxing and enjoyable stay. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yukari M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Tania G.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty and disappointing
Location was lovely but the house was such a let down. We arrived to find 2 packets of mouldy bread in the unclean pantry. The fridge was also dirty. There was a gap in the window pane by the dining table and it was also mould on the window sill. As previous reviews had stated, there were definitely rats in the ceiling and walls...you would think the owner would have attended to this as we are not the first ppl to mention it. The exterior wall of the bathroom was covered in black polythene!! I think that the owners should definitely remedy these issues as it is putting Bookabach name into disrepute.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Janine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
We enjoyed our stay here, a lovely spot right on the side of the river. The bach was well equipped, with everything we needed for a comfy stay. The only shame is that you can't see the view when the deck doors are closed, but we were able to get out on the deck even in the chilly weather! Good stack of firewood which was fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Barry H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view to wake up to
The view was A+ The outside needs a major tidy up, and could do with safety rails for stairs The rats like to talk about 3am, turning on TV helps them shut up The girls all seen a ghost, on all 3 nights, they were justing saying hi, house could do with a sage. Would recommend for a younger family as stairs are dangerous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
House is dated as per website but is perfectly adequate. The draft from the bathroom was the only downside. However house was warm with heaters on. The location is magnificent & the kayaks etc under deck are brilliant. We all want to come back again when it’s warmer & explore the estuary.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Kiwi Bach Experience
Fantastic bach right on the estuary. Great for a family weekend away. Kitchen and bathroom have been renovated and modernised. Heat pump, heaters and fire made the bach very warm and cosy. Karitane has a wonderful peninsula walk and the boys enjoyed fishing off the wharf and kayaking in the estuary.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
karitane
Thanks for sharing your cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Kate D.

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Needs more maintenance
While the inside was clean and upgraded with new kitchen, bathroom and flooring, the windows didn't shut properly and were not clean. The outside of the house desperately needs maintenance. We heard rats in the ceiling. It is a quaint place which would be good for a young family but not really us oldies. View was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pink Pipi fun
Enough comfort, modern kitchen & bathroom & laundry, easy furnishings, & plenty of toys for children.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pink Pipi
Gorgeous spot. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Nice rustic little cottage as in the description. Comfortable with views overlooking the river. Used the kayaks on the river. Would enjoy coming back again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arron C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bird Life
Lovely relaxed spot beside the river. Everything you need. Walks, swimming, kayaks, bird-watching. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kate V.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Pink Pippi disappoints
The wonderful location of the property was completely overshadowed by the extremely poor state of repair. We find it hard to believe that a property of this calibre is able to be on the Bookabach site. The house was dirty, there were rotten window systems and large gaps in window panes, many window catches missing, and no cladding around one side of the house. We heard rats in the ceiling on both nights. We would not recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach get away
This stay was a Christmas gift, we had a lovely surprise. The location was perfect and easy to find. The house was excellent and all you needed (except I didn't take tea and coffee) The dishwasher was a bonus for me. We also wished we had body boards as the surf on the beach was great. Thank you for a great get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Geoff

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What makes this property unique

Short walk to surf beach, local shop and playground

Languages:

English

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