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Kai Iwi Retreat

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Kai Iwi, Manawatu-Wanganui
  • Place, Mowhanau Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Lake
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

About this property

Kai Iwi Retreat

A four-bedroom home that has a homely but beach vibe to it with the beach just a few minutes walk. Guests can enjoy themselves in the spacious open-plan living area, with French doors opening onto a private brick courtyard and an established multi-level garden setting. After a day at the beach, this is the perfect spot to fire up the BBQ and share stories or relax and unwind in the comfortable living space inside or out. In the colder season soak in the spa and enjoy star gazing & a warm fire.

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Amenities

Washing machine
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kai Iwi

Located in Kai Iwi, this apartment is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mowhanau Beach and Virginia Lake, while Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are cultural highlights. Bason Botanic Gardens and Ward Observatory are also worth visiting.
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Kai Iwi, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

  • Mowhanau Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Virginia Lake - 9 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 13 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 13 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Bushy Park Homestead & Forest - 14 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Citadel Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Windermere Farms Of Wanganui - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Castlecliff Camp Store & Takeaways - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Pukekos nest Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Havoc Coffee Roasting - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kai Iwi Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kai Iwi Retreat?

As of 25 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kai Iwi Retreat on 19 April 2026 start from NZ$360, 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.

What time is check-in at Kai Iwi Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Kai Iwi Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kai Iwi Retreat located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Mowhanau Beach and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Bason Botanic Gardens. Virginia Lake and Bushy Park Homestead & Forest are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

St Johns - Mahora

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Family gathering

Fabulous venue for our family get together. Great facilities, host and always lots to do. Most relaxing hol in a long time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

A wonderful destination for a family get together, with lots of space and everything we needed. Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Annie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and Comfortable

The lounge was large with comfortable chairs so that the 8 of us could gather around together.The only suggestion I have is a handrail next to the stairs leading into the bottom room.Unfortunately the gas bottle was empty, so the sausages were cooked in the oven.All in all a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Was a lovely home

However it was very cold, as it is a big house. they have a wood fire but there was not much wood for the four days we were there and the heater provided didnt work well. Everything was awesome, other than the fact the house was freezing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillani K.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Nic

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