Pukemara Retreat

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Pukemara Retreat
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8
  • The entire place is yours
  • 377 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Pukemara Retreat in Dunedin offers a two-bedroom apartment with a garden and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, and a dining area. Convenient Facilities: The property provides free on-site private parking, a continental breakfast with fruits, and a seating area. Additional amenities include a TV, microwave, and outdoor furniture. Prime Location: Located 40 km from Dunedin Airport, Pukemara Retreat is near attractions such as Larnach Castle (4 km) and Baldwin Street (19 km). Guests appreciate the quiet street views and garden views. Activities and Surroundings: The apartment is ideal for hiking enthusiasts, with nearby trails. Dunedin Railway Station is 16 km away, and Toitu Otago Settlers Museum is 16 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Neil
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Pukemara Retreat. The location was perfect as we didn't want to stay in the city and the peacefulness and views were what we wanted. Very tidy, clean and warm.”
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was amazing and it was very well equipped”
  • Daniel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Some great extras including chocolate and marshmellows!”
  • Douglas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location to visit the wild beaches of Otago peninsula. On site there was a lovely walk, on mown grass, up to a hill with a beautiful view. Good breakfast provisions.”
  • Jill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything! Great hosts, lovely accommodation, peaceful location, delicious breakfast - even the weather was wonderful! Thanks for a lovely stay”
  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Debbie & Dave supplied a great selection of cereals, spreads, coffee, tea etc. and eggs freshly laid by their own chickens. There was also a container of delicious stewed rhubarb and apple. While there we visited Allan’s Beach where there were...”
  • Katherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location is really peaceful and the cottage was very comfortable. Little extras for breakfast like fresh eggs and some stewed fruit.”
  • Roger
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “It was almost at the end of the Otago peninsula. The views were stunning and Dave had mowed all the way up to the top of the hill behind the property so that it was easy to walk up there. Cows came to stare at us but they were behind a fence. I...”
  • Hodgson
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Idyllic hideaway amongst amazing scenery, we could not recommend Pukemaea Retreat highly enough. Debbie was extremely friendly and helpful. The bed was very comfy. We slept so well. Extremely well equipped, every creature comfort had been...”
  • Benjaminpayet
    France France
    “Super cosy lodge with great view. Try it, you'll love it!”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Dave and Debbie Roe

9.8
Host review score
Dave and Debbie Roe
Pukemara Retreat sits on private 2.7ha property in the heart of the stunning Otago Peninsula. Surrounded by beautiful New Zealand native plants including alpines. Pukemara means "cultivated hill", you can explore the native bush with pathways that will also lead you through to the top of the hill to magnificent views of Hooper's and Papanui Inlets, Allans and Victory Beaches, Harbour Cone, the back of Larnach Castle and across to Sandfly Beach. The accommodation is a two bedroom (one queen bed and one single bed), one bathroom cottage. Full kitchen facilities for cooking. Comfortable lounge with good WIFI and smart TV to be able to stream your favourite programmes. We provide a simple continental breakfast, cereal, toast and spreads. Along with milk, butter, tea, coffee, hot chocolate. There is no washing machine however there is a tub in the bathroom if needing to rinse any items. The accommodation has its own private driveway and parking right outside the Cottage.
We both have a passion for sharing the absolute wonder and beauty of the stunning Otago Peninsula. We have spent many hours walking, exploring and enjoying all this area has to offer. We love our property, the short climb to the top of the hill is a daily excursion and never fails to inspire, create peace and fills your cup! We want others to be able to share in these experiences too. We live on the same property about 50metres from our guest accommodation. So there is privacy for both and accessibility if needed. We have nine chickens, which you may see around your accommodation.
Pukemara Retreat is located directly beside the historic Lime Kilns, you can walk out the front door and take a short walk to explore the restored historic kilns. A short 5 minute drive will take you to the beginning of the walk to Hereweka Harbour Cone Track. Easy access to beaches with an amazing array of wildlife, fur seals, sea lions, little blue penguins, yellow eyed penguins, albatross, native NZ birds and more. Also close by is the Royal Albatross Centre, Blue Penguins Pukekura, Fletcher House, Glenfalloch Gardens and many wonderful walking tracks. Your hosts Dave and Debbie are very happy to share their local knowledge and advice on special places to explore. Just 20 minutes from Central Dunedin
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Pukemara Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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