Kiwi Greenie, Ecohouse, Golden Bay

While the NZ Govt maintains strict border controls for COVID-19 we are not currently accepting bookings from outside of NZ. In the event of a NZ-wide or Tasman lockdown we will give a full refund. If a local lockdown in your city occurs, meaning you are prevented from travelling and the booking must be cancelled, we will refund you 50% of your booking. Kiwi Greenie is our low-energy passive solar design home for everyone. All prices are for 2 people sharing a bed and are per night, if you require an additional bed made up please contact us directly ($30 charge applies). $30/night per extra person/bed. A $100 cleaning fee per stay is added - the longer you stay the cheaper it works out. Take a vacation in Kiwi Greenie and enjoy a future-thinking holiday house that catches all the afternoon sun, stores it, and maintains a comfortable temperature at any time of year. For the holiday-maker interested in what Golden Bay Hideaway has to offer, Kiwi Greenie may appear to be just another modern, professionally finished house with stunning views in a beautiful location. Of course everyone will notice some differences sooner or later, but those interested in environmental technology and smart building will find the differences go right down to the foundations. Kiwi Greenie is designed with four major principles in mind: Energy efficiency, low maintenance/longevity, ease of construction and value for money. It takes eco-home design a step further and improves on the award-winning foundation achieved in Little Greenie. It may be modern, but it’s not about frills or fashion; and while it is unashamedly utilitarian, it’s definitely not drab or boring. It's a living, breathing home. **Ideal space for a special getaway, ideal for families **Certified wheelchair access **Modern conveniences and comforts **Close to a range of activities **Craftsman's attention to detail **Extremely energy efficient **Warm all year round **Sleeps up to four people There's no TV but you'll be entertained all the same: Beautiful Sunsets - over the water in winter and the mountains in summer. Walk to Wainui Falls -through lush original forest and over a swing bridge. Go swimming or birdwatching - the clear waters around Wainui Bay are ideal Paddleboarding and kitesurfing - awesome spot with northwesterly winds, flat water in the estuary with high tide and waves out in the beach. Facilities: **Superking bed - can split into singles ($30 charge) **Separate bedroom Queen bed **Electricity **Hot and cold running water **Indoor shower and outdoor bath **Radio, CD player, Stereo with media player connection **Fridge/freezer, cooker/oven and BBQ **Fully equipped kitchen with tea, coffee/plunger, milk powder, sugar **Linen and bedding provided **Underfloor heating The closest restaurants and cafes are in Pohara, 15 min drive back toward Takaka, where there is also a mini supermarket which sells a range of food and wine. The closest supermarket is in Takaka, about 25 km from our place. We don't have internet facilities, but there is 3G/4G reception in the area if you bring your own device. Our policy regarding children is: Under 6 months with own bedding there is no charge Over 6 months: -If you bring your own cot and bedding there will be an $30 cleaning fee -If we supply cot and bedding the normal rate of $30 per night per extra person applies Our experience has shown that as soon as kids are crawling our cleaning services increase more than with adults, particularly with the large window areas we have in the houses. They use the same linen and hot water and that is why we apply the same fee. Each house is extremely private and surrounded by bush with views over Wainui Bay. There is a shared washing machine at the big green shed and you are welcome to walk up/down the driveway to the road and beach. Depending on vacancies you may be able to view the other houses but please respect privacy of others and always ask us first. Someone will see you in an arrival, aside from that we will leave you with absolute privacy for the duration of your stay. Should you require assistance we are available by cellphone or via the intercom at the gate. Situated at the top of New Zealand’s South Island and adjacent to the Abel Tasman National Park, Wainui Bay has a slow pace of life with an abundance of natural beauty - perfect for a holiday retreat. Many elements of New Zealand life the way it used to be, are still remaining in Wainui Bay. There’s a small family run farm, lots of native birds and no shops and people still have time to go to the beach. When it comes to natural beauty, Wainui Beach is one of Golden Bay's finest examples and is within easy walking distance of Golden Bay Hideaway. It's a great beach for swimming or exploring the rock pools and sandspit. Standup paddleboarding or kayaking are highly recommended!! If you pick your tides, a rock-hopping trek to Taupo Point is an adventurous highlight with an old Maori pa site, historical links to Abel Tasman and the first landing of Europeans in New Zealand. Taupo Point is a special place and is considered to have sacred value to the local community and iwi. Beautiful sheltered coves and small islands surround it - dolphins, seals, sea birds and schools of fish are often found here. and of course there are the well-formed walking trails of the Abel Tasman National Park. Golden Bay Coachlines run a comprehensive bus service between Nelson, Golden Bay, Wainui Bay (our gate!), and Totaranui in the Abel Tasman National Park. Please contact them to arrange on (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) or see (Website hidden by Airbnb) In keeping with our environmental philosophy we use composting toilets. Shared washing machine and washing liquid available at the big shed. Machine takes 2 x $2 coins. No dogs allowed.