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Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat

2.0 star property
Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Terrace/patio - Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat (Ruatapu)
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Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms861 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is HK$2,095
HK$2,769 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan

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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.

Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun
This smoke-free holiday home features a garden. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
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HK$2,885 total
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Children are welcome

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Ruatapu, West Coast

What's nearby

  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • National Kiwi Centre - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Hokitika Beach - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Sunset Point - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hokitika Sandwich Company - West Coast - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Stumpers Bar & Reasturant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hokitika Townchip - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kitchen Hokitika - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Katsu Sushi And Noodle House - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat?

As of 5 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat on 27 Jan 2026 start from HK$2,095.32, excluding 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 Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ruatapu holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Hokitika Clock Tower, Hokitika Beach and Glowworm Dell. Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre and William Steyn Stonepainter are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Big Heart Beach - Private Ocean to Alps Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host and the accommodations were top notch! We immediately wished that we were staying for more than two nights. Such a beautiful home and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very friendly and easy to communicate with. The bach was a delight: modern, clean and with a great layout. We wanted to feel close to nature and to have peace and quiet and we definitely got what we wished for.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025