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Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathrooms
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available
The current price is AU$1,709
AU$1,709
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Explore the area
Hapuku
- Kaikoura BeachPlace, Kaikoura Beach10 min drive
- Ohau Point LookoutPlace, Ohau Point Lookout11 min drive
- Kaikoura MuseumPlace, Kaikoura Museum13 min drive
Room options
About the area
Hapuku
At this holiday home, you'll be 11.1 km (6.9 mi) from Ohau Point Lookout and 11.6 km (7.2 mi) from Ohau Falls. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a living room and a dining area. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Hapuku holiday home include Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura Museum.
What's nearby
- Kaikoura Beach - 10 min drive - 14.4 km
- Ohau Point Lookout - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
- Kaikoura Museum - 13 min drive - 18.3 km
- Kaikoura District Museum - 13 min drive - 18.3 km
- Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park - 15 min drive - 20.4 km
Restaurants
- Nins Bin Crayfish - 7 min drive
- Donegal House - 9 min drive
- Mediterranean Motel - 8 min drive
- Koura Bay Lodge - 8 min drive
- Go Pukeko - 3 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 Whole Front House
Experience the magic of Mangamaunu Retreat. A unique accommodation with magical views of the ocean and mountains, all year round. The property is peaceful, and private, with one of the best views in Kaikoura.
We have five acres of gardens for you to explore, from fruit orchards to sculpted native bush. We are situated on the coast of Mangamaunu and are a two-minute walk from the world-renowned surf beach below. Relax and recharge at one of the most stunning and special locations in New Zealand.
'The Whole Front House' is designed as three separate guest suites, with three individual entrances. This layout ensures privacy, making it ideal for larger groups of families but still allows for their own space.
The front house offers four bedrooms accommodating up to 8 guests. Each suite has a bathroom a kitchen/kitchenette, featuring a fridge, gas stove top, oven, toaster, and kettle. The three individual accommodations that make up the front house are: The Surfwatch House, Oceanview Suite and Hapuku Studio.
Please note - the Oceanview Suite and the second bedroom in Surfwatch House can be made up as a king-size bed, or two king singles. Please let us know before your stay which you would prefer, and we will make it up to suit your needs.
The property is located 10 minutes north of Kaikoura, a beautiful beach town known for whale watching, fishing, surfing, and cycling trails. Mangamaunu Beach is a 2-minute walk down the driveway, perfect for a morning stroll, swimming, or fishing off the beach. The beach is home to many native New Zealand birds, dolphins and the New Zealand fur seals.
Come and indulge yourself in the beautiful scenery that the Kaikoura coast has to offer, from the snowy Alps to the peaceful ocean.
You will have access to the whole front house, and the five-acre gardens and lawns.
There is an option of adding another queen-sized bed in the large open-plan room which would allow for up to 10 guests in total then, but please inform us once you make your booking and there will be an extra person(s) fee.
Should you have any concerns or enquiries, please don't hesitate to contact our wonderful property manager Georgia.
We have five acres of gardens for you to explore, from fruit orchards to sculpted native bush. We are situated on the coast of Mangamaunu and are a two-minute walk from the world-renowned surf beach below. Relax and recharge at one of the most stunning and special locations in New Zealand.
'The Whole Front House' is designed as three separate guest suites, with three individual entrances. This layout ensures privacy, making it ideal for larger groups of families but still allows for their own space.
The front house offers four bedrooms accommodating up to 8 guests. Each suite has a bathroom a kitchen/kitchenette, featuring a fridge, gas stove top, oven, toaster, and kettle. The three individual accommodations that make up the front house are: The Surfwatch House, Oceanview Suite and Hapuku Studio.
Please note - the Oceanview Suite and the second bedroom in Surfwatch House can be made up as a king-size bed, or two king singles. Please let us know before your stay which you would prefer, and we will make it up to suit your needs.
The property is located 10 minutes north of Kaikoura, a beautiful beach town known for whale watching, fishing, surfing, and cycling trails. Mangamaunu Beach is a 2-minute walk down the driveway, perfect for a morning stroll, swimming, or fishing off the beach. The beach is home to many native New Zealand birds, dolphins and the New Zealand fur seals.
Come and indulge yourself in the beautiful scenery that the Kaikoura coast has to offer, from the snowy Alps to the peaceful ocean.
You will have access to the whole front house, and the five-acre gardens and lawns.
There is an option of adding another queen-sized bed in the large open-plan room which would allow for up to 10 guests in total then, but please inform us once you make your booking and there will be an extra person(s) fee.
Should you have any concerns or enquiries, please don't hesitate to contact our wonderful property manager Georgia.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
Living spaces
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
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
- Property does not allow children
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
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 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 that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
657921
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to The Whole Front House?
The closest beach to The Whole Front House is Kaikoura Beach (10 km).
How much does it cost to stay at The Whole Front House?
As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whole Front House on 22 Apr 2026 start from AU$1,709, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does The Whole Front House have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Whole Front House?
No, The Whole Front House does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Whole Front House?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Whole Front House?
No, pets are not allowed.