8/10 Good
Lianne H.
24 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely retro bach. Great location.
Lianne H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Foxton Beach
- Foxton Windmill8 min drive
- Waiterere Private Reserve28 min drive
- Himatagi Beach52 min drive
- Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bunk Room
1 Single Bunk Bed
Garden Cottage
1 Double Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 half bathrooms
Bathroom - Shower over bath and vanity
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Hair dryer
Separate Toilet
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.
Positioned in a sleepy beach cul-de-sac you will find 'The Smurf Shack' - This property is all about family fun and relaxation! A perfect escape back to those sepia memories of yesteryear. Consists of 2 bedrooms inside and a sleep out at the end of the garden. Covered outside lounge (with lighting and heater), sheltered alfresco dining deck with Weber BBQ and outside games, a garage w fridge, outside tiki bar/sandpit all on a large fully fenced and landscaped section perfect for kids, the dog, and family fun.
Fresh linen, duvets, pillows and towels are provided for all guests.
The space
The Bach is petite in size but big in character. Funky decor, fully double glazed in the Bach, insulated in walls and a new heatpump/aircon. Is was important to us that the bach still has an authentic kiwiana bach feeling while having all the modern conveniences that we need these days. There is wifi and a smart TV meaning you can stay connected and work remotely as required.
Bedroom layout:
The Bach includes a Queen bed in the main bedroom, and a bunk bed in the second bedroom (double on the bottom and a single on the top). There is also a sleepout at the back of the garden which contains a double bed and heater. Please refer to the floor plan provided in the photos.
Fully fenced for children and dog (please ask first, (no cats allowed) and the outside entertaining area and garden is very private and a great place to work or unwind.
Kids? Foxton Beach school and playground is right next door. There is a porter cot, high chair and even a pram in the garage. There are also some bikes for the kids and beach toys and beach towels.
Guest access
Guests enjoy use of the whole property (minus the Caravan) which is currently being renovated.
Fresh linen, duvets, pillows and towels are provided for all guests.
The space
The Bach is petite in size but big in character. Funky decor, fully double glazed in the Bach, insulated in walls and a new heatpump/aircon. Is was important to us that the bach still has an authentic kiwiana bach feeling while having all the modern conveniences that we need these days. There is wifi and a smart TV meaning you can stay connected and work remotely as required.
Bedroom layout:
The Bach includes a Queen bed in the main bedroom, and a bunk bed in the second bedroom (double on the bottom and a single on the top). There is also a sleepout at the back of the garden which contains a double bed and heater. Please refer to the floor plan provided in the photos.
Fully fenced for children and dog (please ask first, (no cats allowed) and the outside entertaining area and garden is very private and a great place to work or unwind.
Kids? Foxton Beach school and playground is right next door. There is a porter cot, high chair and even a pram in the garage. There are also some bikes for the kids and beach toys and beach towels.
Guest access
Guests enjoy use of the whole property (minus the Caravan) which is currently being renovated.
Property manager
John Carpenter
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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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 less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Dogs are strictly outside only unless by approval
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Foxton
Foxton Beach, a neighbourhood in Foxton, is home to this cottage. De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waiterere Private Reserve and Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve.
Foxton Beach
What's nearby
- Foxton Windmill - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
- Waiterere Private Reserve - 28 min drive - 24.6 km
- The Square - 36 min drive - 44.4 km
- Palmerston North Hospital - 39 min drive - 46.9 km
- Himatagi Beach - 52 min drive - 26.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mr Grumpy's Takeaways - 14 min walk
- The Little White Rabbit - 14 min walk
- Ocean Beach Eatery - 14 min walk
- Milky Whey Cafe - 8 min drive
- Simply Balmy Cafe & Winebar - 14 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Daragh L.
16 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friend weekend getaway
Daragh L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
steve & wendy l.
20 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Smurf Shack is a great little bach
steve & wendy l.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jamie N.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smurf
Jamie N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by John Carpenter
We are John and Jane, your gracious hosts. We have been married for 12 years and have two kids aged 7 & 4. We love the beach life and the outdoors. We love traveling and would like to do more over time as the kids grow up.
Why they chose this property
We purchased the property as John needs a project and loves building and landscaping, and we wanted to give our children similar experiences that we both had has children... spending long holidays at the beach (albeit in the Coromandel). We both love surfing and socializing, and the property has really become a reflection of that over time. Foccy is not the best surf spot but there is always something for the kids and it is easy striking distance of Wellington City. We are constantly making improvements to the property and we have returning guests (through other platforms) that return time and time again and treat it as there own. It gives us a great deal of satisfaction to share this space with guests and know that other people are creating memories here too.
Languages:
English
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