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Secluded, tranquil home by the Beach. Pet-friendly.
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10120 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Mokihinui, West Coast
- Charming Creek Walkway22 min drive
- Carters Beach56 min drive
- Buller Gorge101 min drive
- Westport (WSZ)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
Lounge
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Secluded, tranquil home by the Beach. Pet-friendly.
The Beach Cabin, nestled below the subtropical forest, has a view of the sea with only a minutes walk to the beach. Its private, sheltered location makes it a great place to relax and get away from it all. The cabins open plan lounge/kitchen is comfortably furnished and well equipped.
Our one-thousand acre property is set in surroundings where Aotearoa is as it used to be—lush, unspoiled and natural. A slice of paradise. Gentle Annie is an ideal place to get off the beaten track to experience New Zealand's untamed wilderness and truly appreciate the South Island’s West Coast. Bounded by the Tasman Sea, the mighty Mokihinui River and beautiful ancient bush, our seaside accommodation is a peaceful place to relax and enjoy time away from the busy life and provides a great base to explore our stunning region. Only 10km from the Old Ghost Road Northern Trailhead in Seddonville!
Centrally located in the Northern West Coast, Gentle Annie is near places of interest where day trips will get you north to the magnificent Oparara Limestone Arches, the Kahurangi National Park, the Heaphy Track and south to the Chasm Creek and Charming Creek Walkways, Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, the Denniston Plateau and the Cape Foulwind Seal Colony. We are on the doorstep of the new Old Ghost Road mountain-biking track!
In any season, enjoy time at Gentle Annie. It will nourish your soul and awaken your senses.
Special conditions:
Linen is available for hire at $20 per bed per stay - please request when booking.
Our one-thousand acre property is set in surroundings where Aotearoa is as it used to be—lush, unspoiled and natural. A slice of paradise. Gentle Annie is an ideal place to get off the beaten track to experience New Zealand's untamed wilderness and truly appreciate the South Island’s West Coast. Bounded by the Tasman Sea, the mighty Mokihinui River and beautiful ancient bush, our seaside accommodation is a peaceful place to relax and enjoy time away from the busy life and provides a great base to explore our stunning region. Only 10km from the Old Ghost Road Northern Trailhead in Seddonville!
Centrally located in the Northern West Coast, Gentle Annie is near places of interest where day trips will get you north to the magnificent Oparara Limestone Arches, the Kahurangi National Park, the Heaphy Track and south to the Chasm Creek and Charming Creek Walkways, Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, the Denniston Plateau and the Cape Foulwind Seal Colony. We are on the doorstep of the new Old Ghost Road mountain-biking track!
In any season, enjoy time at Gentle Annie. It will nourish your soul and awaken your senses.
Special conditions:
Linen is available for hire at $20 per bed per stay - please request when booking.
Property manager
Jesse and Jessica Paley-Atkins
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
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 only. There is a $20 charge/stay.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Mokihinui
Mokihinui is home to this holiday home. Local points of interest include Charming Creek Walkway and Denniston Experience. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

Mokihinui, West Coast
What's nearby
- Charming Creek Walkway - 22 min drive - 17.9 km
- Carters Beach - 56 min drive - 55.4 km
- Karamea Beach - 64 min drive - 57.8 km
- Tauranga Bay Seal Colony - 68 min drive - 66.6 km
- Buller Gorge - 101 min drive - 123.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Gentle Annie Seaside Accommodation - 14 min walk
- Seddonville Hotel - 15 min drive
- Mokihinui Tavern - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
29 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mrs Kate K.
3 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Mrs Kate K.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
John H., AZ
16 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rustic cabin by the sea.
John H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer T.
2 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Funky accommodation in beautiful location
Jennifer T.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Doug S.
10 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Week in paradise
Doug S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brittany J.
27 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful
Brittany J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rona B.
1 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, relaxing, peaceful and back to nature!
Rona B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas B.
25 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning
Nicholas B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Isabella M.
11 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin
Isabella M.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather H.
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A location like no other
Heather H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marlis N.
1 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Marlis N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marielize G.
2 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had all we needed…
Marielize G.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
debbie g.
21 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We arrived and it felt like home we loved our stay and are already organizing to return next year
debbie g.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura H.
29 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
Laura H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Darren B.
21 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fishing trip
Darren B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
8/10 Good
Matt B.
27 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No complaints had a great time
Matt B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Steve S.
16 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a lovely bach at a lovely location
Steve S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Bri J.
29 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Bri J.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Murray P.
19 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place for a wedding!
Murray P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Frauke C.
16 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing again
Frauke C.
8/10 Good
ruth v., Nelson
14 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach cabin
ruth v.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
30 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful part of the world..
Karen C.
8/10 Good
Luc v.
24 February 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
X
Luc v.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Tracey O.
17 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise!
Tracey O.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
Nigel N.
23 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
two girls Me and a dog
Nigel N.
About the host
Hosted by Jesse and Jessica Paley-Atkins

Jesse and Jessica Paley-Atkins
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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