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Stunning coastal views in a movie like setting

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Relax and enjoy
View from the spa
Winter warmth
South Eastern face of house
Pacific view room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Karitane, Seacliff
  • University of Otago
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • The Octagon
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Larnach Castle
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Pacific view room - one king

1 King Bed

South view room - one Super King

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Stunning coastal views in a movie like setting

A stylish kiwi bach in a movie like setting.

Relax surrounded by endless sea, sky and green pastures with the odd passing train, ship, boat, bird or sheep and the world stretched out in front of you. This is a place to put your feet up, tune into nature and experience the best of what New Zealand has to offer.

Drift in the spa at night and feel part of the milky way. Look out from the spa during the day and feel part of the ocean. If fact, you will actually see the curve of the planet. In summary, we want to share what we feel is an unplifting, unique and special place and hope that you will feel the same.

Please note that I stay and manage the property from the self contained unit seen above the house in the third picture. I keep away from the main house and most guests will never see me as the unit faces away from the sea but I am available to help on request if you text me first.

If you are looking for a truly kiwi experience, this is it.

Special conditions:
Please keep off the surrounding paddocks, particularly during lambing.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

Glenn
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Seacliff

Located in Seacliff, this holiday home is by the sea. Speight's Brewery and Otago Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum. Dunedin Railways and New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Karitane, Seacliff

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 25 min drive - 29.4 km
  • The Octagon - 27 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Long Beach - 48 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Larnach Castle - 49 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Royal Albatross Centre - 58 min drive - 61.3 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 40 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fish Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Harvest Moon Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning coastal views in a movie like setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning coastal views in a movie like setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning coastal views in a movie like setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stunning coastal views in a movie like setting located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Warrington Beach and within 12 miles (20 km) of Doctors Point and Orokonui Ecosanctuary. Holy Trinity Church and Port Chalmers Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 157 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 157 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kirsty E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Bliss

Amazing place to stay, peaceful and relaxing , stunning views , we were lucky to enjoy the stars from the spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Seaview from the hot tub

Wonderful time at Sea cliff in Glenn's amazing place. Glenn was a great host and the creation of the dream house is inspiring.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful location with gorgeous views

We had a wonderful stay. It looks exactly like the photos!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

EXPLORING the KARITANE Area

The property was an ideal base to explore the surrounding district, including Dunedin The house exceeded our expectations
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barb Murphy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful getaway!

This is a beautiful location with amazing views. The house was very comfortable for the 3 of us and Glenn was a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G., Whakatane, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views, quiet and serene!

Beautiful location north of Dunedin, a bit of a drive but very peaceful and well worth it. Great host too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyndie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A tranquil spot

Beautiful property in a stunning location. Perfect end to our tour of New Zealand!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely property. Gorgeous location and out-of-this world views. Hope to be back someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harish U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr

Amazing place to relax and unwind.The property is hand crafted to have great experience and great location which beats the best. You have to see it to experience
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

UTTER PERFECTION

My partner and I had three nights of incredible stargazing from the most perfectly placed hot-tub in Otago. all elements of the place were perfect - HIGHLY recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C., Encinitas, CA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous Location

We were memorized by the view and the surrounding area... Highly recommend !! Host Glenn is genuine !!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Would recommend

Great stay. Fantastic views and comfortable accommodation. We explored Dunedin and the local area using on Glenn's recommendations. Pizza's from Karitane store were an added bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restorative gem

A wonderful place - enjoyed being under the Milky Way in the spa. Great communication and overall just a lovely experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G., Whakatane, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene location, amazing views!

Very friendly host. The area is very quiet and beautiful. The location is nice, away from the busy city. Well equiped and comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return to Paradise

Having visited last year, we stayed a little longer this time. The property is absolutely idyllic - it is all could wish for and more. The views, whatever time of day or whatever the weather, are wonderful. It is a place of comfort, relaxation, and calm, and we love it. Thanks to Glenn for sharing this gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect

Beautiful, comfortable and with everything I needed to totally check out and relax. Thank you so much for a totally restorative break.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular

Spectacular view and lots to do within a short distance. Star gazing from the hot tub, beautiful beaches, and a very gracious host. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jillian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sublime

Cannot put in words how stunning the property views are. Especially from The spa pool. The local Grocery has the best savory muffins and all you need to keep yourself in Seacliff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent views and relaxing stay

A great place for couples to relax and enjoy the amazing views. The host is excellent to communicate with and very responsive to any requests. Close enough to Dunedin to enjoy but you feel like you are million miles away. Would gladly return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet as!

We found this place to have everything that was reflected on the website. Clean, comfortable and inviting. What’s more an amazing view and cheerful vibe. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility, endless views

We loved our time in Seacliff. Picturesque, peaceful recharge. Hot tub was delightful. We very much enjoyed visiting the penguins south of Dunedin at the Royal Albatross Centre on the Otago Peninsula.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R., ATLANTA, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A True Gem!

There are times you come across a really special place. Glenn has created a true gem! We throughly enjoyed our time and look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular

The pictures in the listing don't do this home justice. The home itself is comfortable with no detail overlooked. The experience of being there is immersive because of the stunning views, sounds of sheep in adjacent pastures and star filled sky. It is one of the best places we have ever stayed anywhere in the world. We feel privileged to have been able stay there. ablthere.abtabtoplaces
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Best Home away experience ever.

Glenn is a wonderful host. Making us feel at Home straight away. We had the time of our life. We are planning our next stay. Thank you for this Beautiful experience :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Otago Coast paradise!

Glenn's place is paradise! The view, the house, the astronomy lesson in a spa overlooking the ocean, and on our last night we had a Southern Lights solar spectacular that we don't think we will ever see again. 360 degrees solar light show. Glenn is so helpful and we really had everything we need! This stay was beyond words really.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Glenn

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I'm a middle age man with two wonderful grown up children. I've worked in educational roles in secondary and tertiary institutions and these days pick up random jobs that help me get by while still overseeing this place.
I 'm a photographer, a sculptor, a designer, and am involved in a variety of sports and activities that get me out and about. I love the outdoors, enjoy meeting people and try to live a life that celebrates all the relationships we have with those special to us and with the natural world.

Why they chose this property

This property chose me. After spending 5 years in an earthquake damaged house, I walked onto this land and knew instantly that it was where I needed to be. I'm pleased that after 3 years I was able to use my limited skills to transform the dwelling, attract birds with tree plantings and provide a simple, warm, and attractive home to live in and share with others. A place nestled into the hills without fuss from where you feel a part of the natural world.

What makes this property unique

You will love the wildlife, beaches,diving, cycling, golf, world class surf and history in this area

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests