WaveCatcher Whale Bay Surf Studio Flat

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Stairs to Studio through Lush Tropical Garden.
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9.9Outstanding
(22 Ratings)
"Is an amazing place to stay. Easy to walk and enjoy nearby Whale Bay. To hear the roar of the ocean from the place makes it special. And a great host"
Dean W.
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9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(22 Ratings)

Apartment in Raglan

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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About this apartment rental

This studio flat is a surfer's dream in Whale Bay with the famous Indicators and Manu Bay surf breaks at your doorstep. Beautifully presented with a rustic and quirky theme, tucked away in a tropical garden with views of the ocean peeking through the trees. Situated below the main house, with its own private entrance and spacious outdoor courtyard. A peaceful haven to relax and unwind.

An ideal place for a surf trip, romantic getaway or writer’s retreat, the interior has been designed with an eclectic decor and bright, quirky art. The kitchen has a gas cooker, a microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee plunger, pots and pans and all the utensils you might need to create a post-surf feast or romantic dinner. There is a good size fridge/freezer. The bathroom is spacious and light with a shower and a washing machine and is surrounded by native bush for your privacy. You can choose to dine inside or outside and the courtyard is equipped with a portable barbecue and storage for surf boards. Fresh linen, soaps and shampoo are all provided. The garden is lush and tropical and filled with the sound of the ocean waves and native birds which surrounds your private space and our resident Moreporks often visit at night.

The night sky is incredible and worth staying up to enjoy a clear view of the stars. The studio is a 10-15 minute drive from the Raglan township which is a lovely escape from the summer crowds.
Whale Bay Reserve is a two minute stroll to check the surf and the famous Indicators and Outsides is a 5 minutes walk over the rocks with Manu Bay a 7 minute walk up the road. Ruapuke beach is a 25 minute drive around the mountain, a perfect spot to watch the sunset.

Fresh linen, soaps and shampoo are all provided.

Wifi is provided - for incoming and outgoing calls please switch on 'wifi calling' as its difficult to get a signal in this patch.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

The property is on bore water.
I am always mindful of water usage.
Whale Bay is a peaceful and quiet area, good for relaxing or surfing. Residents tend to be quiet and private people who enjoy the tranquillity of this alternative lifestyle. I live upstairs in the main house and am happy to assist where necessary.
The whole property is smoke-free - please smoke off the property.

Extras: Cleaning (NZ$ 80 per stay) Linen (included) - extra bedding available.

Amenities at WaveCatcher Whale Bay Surf Studio Flat

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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    Ratings and reviews

    9.9 / 10.0
    Outstanding(22 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    Is an amazing place to stay. Easy to walk and enjoy nearby Whale Bay. To hear the roar of the ocean from the place makes it special. And a great host
    8.0 / 10.0
    By the sea
    By the sea
    Cute covered area to sit even when raining and listen to sea
    10.0 / 10.0
    Great place
    Great place
    We spent 4 nights with my partner and really enjoyed it, the location is great, the house is great, it can get a bit dark inside during the day but on a sunny/hot day you will love it :)
    10.0 / 10.0
    Six night stay in Feb 2021
    Six night stay in Feb 2021
    My wife and I had a very enjoyable and restful five day stay at Deborah's comfortable and quirky studio flat. The surrounding garden is protected and has a tropical feel which we liked a lot. Being a surfer, the location couldn't be better. Deborah was a great host, being very relaxed, friendly and helpful. We have no hesitation in recommending this great spot to others. Jonathan & Carol
    10.0 / 10.0
    We'll be back!
    We'll be back!
    Beautiful location and the actual studio well planned out and equipped. We look forward to returning, thank you Deb.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Just the Ticket.
    Just the Ticket.
    We were looking for a few restful days at the beach. The studio is short distances from two popular beaches but has just a glimpse of the sea. A couple of old crocks found the steep drive and steps rather challenging but the effort proved worthwhile, the studio itself was just the ticket and was all that we had wished for..
    10.0 / 10.0
    Raglan surf retreat
    Raglan surf retreat
    We had a great time the property is very well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Deborah is a great host very friendly with great advice for activities 😊
    10.0 / 10.0
    Awesome little spot, do it.
    Awesome little spot, do it.
    Epic little spot, 1 minute walk from whale. Easy as, Deborah awesome, definitely go this one if you can. Enjoy!

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this apartment?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at WaveCatcher Whale Bay Surf Studio Flat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this apartment?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is WaveCatcher Whale Bay Surf Studio Flat pet friendly?

    Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

    What amenities are available at WaveCatcher Whale Bay Surf Studio Flat?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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