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Yurt @ the cape hole in the rock accommadation

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Beach
Private kitchen
Beach
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cape Foulwind, West Coast
  • Cape Foulwind Lighthouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Carters Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Tauranga Bay Seal Colony
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Westport (WSZ)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Yurt @ the cape hole in the rock accommadation

The yurt has one queen bed and a queen pull out sofa bed (note the yurt and sofa bed are in the same room) Stunning views over the Ocean Steeples & Famous hole in the rock. Short walk to the Seal colony walk and surf spots. 1 min walk to the famous Star Tavern for some great service, local beers & food. I own a surf school and can hook you up with surf lessons, paddle boarding trips for a fee. Kayaks and bikes for hire also. We have some great surf here & stunning rivers to SUP down. Some amazing bike trails too.

Property manager

Ray

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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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

    No pets allowed
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    Smoking

    Smoking is not permitted

    Important information

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    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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

    About the area

    Cape Foulwind

    Located in Cape Foulwind, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tauranga Bay Seal Colony and Carters Beach, while Coaltown Museum and NBS Theatre are cultural highlights. With surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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    Cape Foulwind, West Coast

    What's nearby

    • Cape Foulwind Lighthouse - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
    • Carters Beach - 9 min drive - 8.4 km
    • Tauranga Bay Seal Colony - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
    • Miner's Brewery - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
    • NBS Theatre - 16 min drive - 16.0 km

    Getting around

    • Westport (WSZ) - 11 min drive

    Restaurants

    • ‪Portside Bar & Bistro - ‬14 min drive
    • ‪The Bay House - ‬6 min drive
    • ‪Donaldo's Cafe - ‬8 min drive
    • ‪Star Tavern - ‬3 min walk
    • ‪Priya Indian Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

    Frequently asked questions

    Is Yurt @ the cape hole in the rock accommadation pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much does it cost to stay at Yurt @ the cape hole in the rock accommadation?

    As of 10 August 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Yurt @ the cape hole in the rock accommadation on 1 September 2025 start from NZ$260.93, 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 Yurt @ the cape hole in the rock accommadation?

    Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

    What time is check-out at Yurt @ the cape hole in the rock accommadation?

    Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

    Where is Yurt @ the cape hole in the rock accommadation located?

    Nestled on the beach, this Cape Foulwind holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Cape Foulwind Lighthouse and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Tauranga Bay Seal Colony. Carters Beach and Coaltown Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

    Reviews

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    10/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Check-in

    9.8/10

    Communication

    10/10

    Location

    9.8/10

    Listing accuracy

    Reviews

    10/10 Excellent

    Alexandra H.

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

    Yurt stay

    Nice accomodation in a beautiful spot
    Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Lucy S.

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

    The view!

    I loved everything about this yurt! The location is so quiet and the view is absolutely stunning. I highly recommend a stay here!
    Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Julie H.

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

    Clifftop Oasis

    The yurt is so roomy yet cozy- amazing view and trail access, lovely kitchen and bathroom.
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Marise C.

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

    Wow What a Spot

    Wow what a spot. Fabulous views. Owner very approachable and friendly. Would highly recommend this property to stay at.
    Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Beth D.

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

    A little haven

    What a great find! A beautiful setting and a perfect self contained place to stay. Only regret was that we didn’t stay longer.
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    mindy t.

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

    One night at Cape Foulwind

    This yurt is a gem with a stunning view of the ocean. It was cozy and had everything we needed during our short stay. It was surprisingly quiet during a heavy rain, too!
    Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Adam K.

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

    Absolutely beautiful

    Great location and beautiful place
    Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Jack H.

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

    Sleep to the sound of the waves

    Beautiful, clean and comfy. First time ever in a yurt and we were not disappointed. The view of the Tazman Sea was only surpassed by the sound of her waves crashing. Highly recommend.
    Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

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

    Amazing Property

    This yurt was a fantastic place to stay, it is super comfortable and very clean. The views and beach are amazing. The seal colony is nearby. Would throughly recommend as a unique, quirky and beauitful place to stay.
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    William B.

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

    Amazing place!

    The yurt was a great find for our family of 4! It was clean, spacious and had everything that we needed. The sound of the waves helped us all have an amazing night of sleep!
    Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Linda S., Shady Shores

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

    Wonderful experience!

    The yurt was so fun and what a beautiful view. We loved it.
    Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Jeff M., Canada

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

    Great spot

    Had a great time. Very cozy and perfect spot to relax and unwind. Clean and comfortable
    Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Dragana A.

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

    Unusual but lovely and memorable

    Quite a unique and interesting property. We enjoyed our one night stay even though weather was not great. The owner/host is super friendly and helpful. Enjoyed talking with him. Would stay again.
    Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Graham A.

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

    Stunning view

    Unique experience with everything you need to have a lovely holiday. Great walk/bike way right next door. Close to seal colony and local amenities Super warm and comfortable stay, plus something different to experience with accommodation.
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Sophie A.

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

    Unique and lovely place!

    Traveling with my parents and weren’t sure how they would like staying in a yurt but they loved it! More lux than I would’ve imagined! Lovely view of the Tasman sea, as well as a walkway along the cliffs and one down to the sand. We got there right as the sun was setting and it was beautiful. Definitely recommend getting there before sunset to be able to relax and watch it. Super amazing stargazing of the milky way at night! We only stayed one night, if we had more time on our trip we would have loved to stay another night or two :)
    Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Mike S.

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

    Fantastic, highly recommended

    We were very impressed, and will definitely plan a return visit. I made a mistake with my booking and had thought I had booked two nights, meaning we went out enjoying the sights when we should have already left the yurt ready for the cleaner to clean. Owner and cleaner handled my mistake very professionally. Will recommend and hope to get a chance to stay again.
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Rachel W.

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

    fantastic experience at Cape Foulwind

    Our family of four had a wonderful night at Ray's yurt - the accommodation / general set up was extremely comfortable and cosy and we loved waking up to the gorgeous views. As others have mentioned, our only regret was not staying longer as there is a lot to explore in the area.
    Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    sharon h.

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

    Love the Yurt!,

    We loved the yurt. Was the only property with the ocean just down from backyard. Using the separated bathroom was a little of a nuisance but we are so glad we were there.
    Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Susan C.

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

    Magical place to stay

    The yurt is perfect, with the most stunning views of the ocean imaginable. We arrived and left in a very heavy storm, and while we would have preferred a bit of sun and calm, the view and experience of the storm there was spectacular! My only regret is that we didn't have more time there. Highly recommended!
    Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Esther R.

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

    Fantastic, calm, and relaxing

    We (family of 4) enjoyed the whole stay of 2 nights and felt very at home from the first second. The view, the beach, the birds (quite loud), the waves (good to hear), and the calm area let us relax instantly. The kitchen is well aquited and everything was very clean. We recommand staying a week and not only 2 nights ;-)
    Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Averil F.

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

    Fabulous Yurt Experience

    Amazingly unique experience to stay in a Yurt. Unfortunately due to ferry delays we didn’t arrive in time to experience the amazing sunset. Location of the yurt was excellent in relation to the hole in the rock. We were a group of 4 and although there was a fold out couch for an extra bed option, we felt the Yurt was more suited to a couple. Great separate kitchen and bathroom facilities. Everything was clean and tidy. I would stay again, with more time to enjoy the surroundings.
    Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Jinyne E.

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

    Yurt you say

    What can you say about staying at the yurt. It was beyond expectation. The view was to die for. Was so cosy and comfy. The amenties were top notch so much so we are cobsidering having our honeymoon here. It was beyond romantic!
    Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

    10/10 Excellent

    Liz B.

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

    Beyond all our expectations!

    We just fell in love with this beautiful property. The yurt was spectacular. Warm and cosy on what was a very chilly and dreary summers day. We had everything we needed for a hugely memorable family experience. Our nine year old loved it. The roar of the waves was something else. We will definitely be back!
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Jenny v.

    Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
    Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Claudia W.

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

    Super!

    Tolle Unterkunft, wunderschöne Lage. Das war auf unserer Reise die beste Unterkunft, die wir hatten. Sehr empfehlenswert! Vielen Dank
    Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

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