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The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.

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Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Foxton Beach
  • Place, Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, Waikanae Beach
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bunk Room

1 Single Bunk Bed

Garden Cottage

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 half bathrooms

Bathroom - Shower over bath and vanity

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Hair dryer

Separate Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.

Positioned in a sleepy beach cul-de-sac you will find 'The Smurf Shack' - This property is all about family fun and relaxation! A perfect escape back to those sepia memories of yesteryear. Consists of 2 bedrooms inside and a sleep out at the end of the garden. Covered outside lounge (with lighting and heater), sheltered alfresco dining deck with Weber BBQ and outside games, a garage w fridge, outside tiki bar/sandpit all on a large fully fenced and landscaped section perfect for kids, the dog, and family fun.

Fresh linen, duvets, pillows and towels are provided for all guests.

The space
The Bach is petite in size but big in character. Funky decor, fully double glazed in the Bach, insulated in walls and a new heatpump/aircon. Is was important to us that the bach still has an authentic kiwiana bach feeling while having all the modern conveniences that we need these days. There is wifi and a smart TV meaning you can stay connected and work remotely as required.

Bedroom layout:
The Bach includes a Queen bed in the main bedroom, and a bunk bed in the second bedroom (double on the bottom and a single on the top). There is also a sleepout at the back of the garden which contains a double bed and heater. Please refer to the floor plan provided in the photos.

Fully fenced for children and dog (please ask first, (no cats allowed) and the outside entertaining area and garden is very private and a great place to work or unwind.
Kids? Foxton Beach school and playground is right next door. There is a porter cot, high chair and even a pram in the garage. There are also some bikes for the kids and beach toys and beach towels.
Guest access
Guests enjoy use of the whole property (minus the Caravan) which is currently being renovated.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Dogs are strictly outside only unless by approval

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7817899
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Foxton

Foxton Beach, a neighbourhood in Foxton, is home to this cottage. De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waiterere Private Reserve and Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve.
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Foxton Beach

What's nearby

  • Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Square - 39 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 39 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 39 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Waikanae Beach - 55 min drive - 76.3 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Robert Harris - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe De Molen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Beach Eatery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Little White Rabbit - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mr Grumpy's Takeaways - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.?

As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living. on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$335, 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 Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Smurf Shack - Renovated Retro Gem with Awesome Outside Living. located?

Located in Foxton Beach, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill. Esplanade Reserve and Waiterere Private Reserve are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yazmin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely bach, heaps of personality, lots to do, had a great long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samuel U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay, no problems
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lianne H.

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

Very lovely retro bach. Great location.

Lovely place to stay. Great for family time and dogs allowed!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daragh L.

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

Friend weekend getaway

Really enjoyed our stay. The out side area was perfect for chatting and socialising with friends
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

steve & wendy l.

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

The Smurf Shack is a great little bach

We loved our holiday here. The outside covered area is an awesome space, and lovely garden. Was perfect for our little dog. Also enjoyed the air con on the hot days.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie N.

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

Smurf

Great place, perfect and accommodating host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Thanks guys, so glad you had a great time.

About the host

Hosted by John Carpenter

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We are John and Jane, your gracious hosts. We have been married for 12 years and have two kids aged 7 & 4. We love the beach life and the outdoors. We love traveling and would like to do more over time as the kids grow up.

Why they chose this property

We purchased the property as John needs a project and loves building and landscaping, and we wanted to give our children similar experiences that we both had has children... spending long holidays at the beach (albeit in the Coromandel). We both love surfing and socializing, and the property has really become a reflection of that over time. Foccy is not the best surf spot but there is always something for the kids and it is easy striking distance of Wellington City. We are constantly making improvements to the property and we have returning guests (through other platforms) that return time and time again and treat it as there own. It gives us a great deal of satisfaction to share this space with guests and know that other people are creating memories here too.

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