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The Whole Front House provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$1,741
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar

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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.

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

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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

Pets not 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

Property is also known as

657921

About the area

Hapuku is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ohau Point Lookout and Ohau Falls, while Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are cultural highlights. Visit our Hapuku travel guide
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What's nearby

  • #lifeatexpedia
    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
  • Hapuku Lodge & Treehouses
    18 min walk
  • Donegal House
    9 min drive
  • Go Pukeko
    3 min drive
  • Koura Bay Lodge
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Whole Front House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Whole Front House?

As of 4 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whole Front House on 18 Mar 2026 start from 1740.66, 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.

How much is parking at The Whole Front House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Whole Front House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Whole Front House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Whole Front House located?

Situated in Hapuku, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Ohau Point Lookout, Ohau Falls and Kaikoura Beach. Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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