10/10 Excellent
Ruby B.
8 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barrier Bliss
Ruby B.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
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Sunbeam Sanctuary - Rose Cottage budget accommodation
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Blind Bay, Great Barrier Isand
- Blind Bay6 min walk
- Medlands Beach27 min drive
- Windy Canyon Lookout62 min drive
- Great Barrier Island (GBZ)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
double beds
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Sunbeam Sanctuary - Rose Cottage budget accommodation
A lovely private beach Crystal Bay, is nearby featuring good rock fishing swimming and diving just over the road approximately 10 mins walk.
The Sunbeam stream runs through the property featuring swimming pools
We have plenty of refreshing spring water fit for drinking
The property is set on 11 Hectares of Native bush with 100% organic gardens and an eco-friendly alternative power system. Your host is a fully qualified Natural Therapist with over 30 years experience in Therapeutic Massage and various other natural therapies which are all available on request. Organically prepared meals are available on request.
There are extra cabins and a caravan available in a separate area for hosting groups if available please ask
During Peak Summer season from 24th December until the 7th January there is a minimum booking time of 7 nights.
Please do not bring Hair Dryers or other such electrical appliences as we have Solar Power.
After the first 2 people there is a $35 per day charge for extra people staying
$20 charge for camping
Extras: Linen $25 person one off charge ( please specify if you want this or bring your own?)
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
The Sunbeam stream runs through the property featuring swimming pools
We have plenty of refreshing spring water fit for drinking
The property is set on 11 Hectares of Native bush with 100% organic gardens and an eco-friendly alternative power system. Your host is a fully qualified Natural Therapist with over 30 years experience in Therapeutic Massage and various other natural therapies which are all available on request. Organically prepared meals are available on request.
There are extra cabins and a caravan available in a separate area for hosting groups if available please ask
During Peak Summer season from 24th December until the 7th January there is a minimum booking time of 7 nights.
Please do not bring Hair Dryers or other such electrical appliences as we have Solar Power.
After the first 2 people there is a $35 per day charge for extra people staying
$20 charge for camping
Extras: Linen $25 person one off charge ( please specify if you want this or bring your own?)
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Property manager
NikkiWi2
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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 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
About the area
Great Barrier Island
Located in Great Barrier Island, this cottage is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glenfern Sanctuary and Blind Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Blind Bay, Great Barrier Isand
What's nearby
- Blind Bay - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Medlands Beach - 27 min drive - 13.7 km
- Mount Hobson - 33 min drive - 19.5 km
- Glenfern Sanctuary - 46 min drive - 30.1 km
- Windy Canyon Lookout - 62 min drive - 35.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mulberry Grove General Store - 40 min drive
- The Innkeeper's Lodge & Currach Irish Pub - 36 min drive
- Wild Rose Cafe - 36 min drive
- Great Barrier Lodge - 26 min drive
- Barrier Social Club - 35 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
8.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Dot D.
14 August 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dot D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Abby J.
23 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot with loads of character
Abby J.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tanja M.
1 February 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Okupu Stay
Tanja M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Sheena H.
29 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great place to stay. Completely off grid.
Sheena H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deirdre B.
22 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Barrier stay
Deirdre B.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ruth D.
25 February 2019
Great property, beautiful location, Nikki couldn’t have been more helpful
Ruth D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
8/10 Good
Tarryn W.
19 January 2019
Great location
Tarryn W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Mel A.
26 April 2019
If you want a holiday where you feel like you’ve stepped into...
Mel A.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Tom G.
10 February 2018
Okupu Bay is a lovely location.
Tom G.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
Tara M.
25 January 2018
Stunning location with room for everyone!
Tara M.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
23 December 2016
Rustic and relaxing, a great place to get away from it all.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
6/10 Okay
3 February 2016
Remoteness, quietness
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
7 September 2015
great location
About the host
Hosted by NikkiWi2
What makes this property unique
Fresh organic home grown produce avail in season/Massage and Natural Therapies available on site.
Languages:
English
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