the hole in the rock yurt

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Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Excellent location!

9.8

About this property

Elegant Accommodation: The Hole in the Rock Yurt in Cape Foulwind offers a luxury tent experience with a garden and terrace. Guests enjoy free WiFi, sea views, and a private entrance. Comfortable Amenities: The property features a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom, and bathrobes. Additional amenities include a washing machine, dining area, and outdoor furniture. Convenient Services: Private check-in and check-out, a paid airport shuttle, bike hire, and free on-site parking are available. Carters Beach is 2.5 km away, and Westport Airport is 9 km distant. Highly rated by guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Emma
New Zealand New Zealand
“Fantastic location Easy check in Clean and very comfortable”
Peter
Netherlands Netherlands
“It is a wonderful place to be. A circular, large space to dwell in. We did not do the place justice by staying so short. Great view of the sea. We could walk to an all-in-one local tavern.”
Shaun
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very unique and quirky Great location Nice facilities (only separate from Yurt Good comms from owners”
Paula
Switzerland Switzerland
“The tent was really well furnished. Great view and nice first experience in a tent😊”
Dee
New Zealand New Zealand
“We loved our stay here! My children wanted to stay forever. Beautiful location and the space is so comfortable. Thank you”
Janet
New Zealand New Zealand
“Immaculate inside and out, well appointed, stunning views and location. Super easy check-in”
Nerissa
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“The perfect place! The house is so clean, the scenery is perfect. The staff/owner is so friendly. Amazing experience, will visit again definitely.”
Collins
New Zealand New Zealand
“Position was exceptional weather was wild but still amazing”
Lara
New Zealand New Zealand
“The location is amazing and the Yurt is a very cool different type of accomodation. After staying here with my husband a couple of months ago I booked it for my daughter and her friends. They really enjoyed the location and were very impressed...”
Nicole
New Zealand New Zealand
“Location was great. Very comfortable and stylish accommodation. The yurt was beautiful.”

Hosted by Ray

9.4
Host review score
Ray
Welcome to the hole in the rock Yurt, a stunning place with amazing views, you will love it. Super warm and cosy. Sleeps 4 with a King bed and pull out double sofa bed. We also have a studio on the property that sleeps another 4 with a king bed and pull out double sofa bed if you have a big family.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 350 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 350 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.