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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
    DryerDryer
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen

Check-in time

2:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Karitane, Dunedin Area
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Otago27 min drive
  • Popular LocationLarnach Castle51 min drive
  • AirportDunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)58 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoyal Albatross Centre60 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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.
Right on the estuary at Karitane. You couldn't get any closer to the water's edge!
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$60.00 per stay up to 6 people, 7- 10 people cleaning $90); Linen and bathroom towels (included);

Property manager

Geoff

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Pink Pipi Karitane House
Pink Pipi House
Pink Pipi Karitane
Pink Pipi
The Pink Pipi Karitane Karitane
The Pink Pipi Karitane Private vacation home
The Pink Pipi Karitane Private vacation home Karitane

About the neighborhood

Karitane

Located in Karitane, this vacation 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 Pineapple Track and Otago Golf Club. NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium and Dunedin Botanic Garden are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 27 min drive
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 29 min drive
  • The Octagon - 29 min drive
  • Larnach Castle - 51 min drive
  • Royal Albatross Centre - 60 min drive

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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Pink Pipi Karitane located?

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 208 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 208 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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., Te Awamutu

Liked: Cleanliness
karitane
Thanks for sharing your cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Kate D.

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

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place and location
this property exceeded our expectations. so close to the river and a beautiful relaxing stay. very clean and well presented. would highly recommend and will stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Pink Pipi
Gorgeous spot. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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.

Disliked: Cleanliness
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
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

8/10 Good

Justine K., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape
Fantastic location, great facilities. Loved the kayaks.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabby L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome location
Fantastic location right on waters edge. Used kayaks to puddle around in the estuary. Stunning views and local walks and a great store a few minutes walk away which sells everything including great coffee. Have stayed here before and can't wait to get back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Simon W.

Classic Kiwi Crib
Loved the location. House was comfortable and had everything we needed - classic Kiwi crib! Could be made even better with see-through glass in the sitting room doors to allow the view to be enjoyed while they are shut. Appreciated the ready supply of blankets so we could leave them open though. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Get away
You could not ask for a better location, the house is right on the estray with such easy access to the water. The use of kayaks was awesome and the kids loved it. Everything you could ask for in the kitchen (even a rice cooker and mixer). We had an awesome stay and a great Christmas :) Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Beth S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
Loved the fire pit. Hest pump kept the house nice and warm over a couple of very cold Otago summer days!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend retreat
This is a great wee kiwi bach, clean and comfortable, perfect location. Great communication with hosts, very good instructions. Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabby L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location
Fantastic location right on waterfront. Easy stroll to shop. Great communication with hosts. Loved staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

grant m.

Liked: Cleanliness
cozy shack
interesting little place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Amy S.

Amy
What a lovely batch ! Great views and had everything we needed. The kids loved the kayaks and was so handy to have life jakets and wet suits.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Megan V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location and room for all!
Location was absolutely stunning, fantastic to have kayaks provided to use. We had 10 people stay and it was so nice to have room for the whole family. Close to Karitane shop was a bonus. Place is a little run down, especially in the one bedroom and power kept tripping if appliances and heaters were on, otherwise had great facilities to use. We had a rat in the roof which kept us up, but pest control did visit while we were staying. The fireplace and wood provided was a treat! Bernie and Geoff had excellent intructions and great communication. Would definitly return in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Melinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot on the water
This is a cosy wee bach in a lovely location. It's a little cold and damp but just fine once the heaters are going. Great location for day trips to Dunedin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mrs Suzanne Benck
Absolutely perfect location ! The kitchen/dinner was excellent with the fire. The lounge area had a heat pump which made it cosy playing card and board games. Lovely walks too. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter break
Nice place to chill and watch tide go on out with fire blazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Steven L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not for us
Saw mice running around not just evidence (ie droppings); saw mold and thought it looked like black mold, all of us had respiratory issues while staying at house; windows falling out; not that clean upon arrival. These are just top unsatisfactory issues. We left a day early and would have left sooner if we were able to do so. Also VRBO horrible in responding to us. Last VRBO contact was 15th of April and we’re still waiting on response from supervisor to our emails. She actually advised us to sit and wait for mice so we could take picture! Probably will not use again and planning to seek compensatory damages from VRBO due to health issues.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great wee kiwi bach
We loved our stay here and definitely will be back again. Great location right on the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023