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Sunset Delight. Beautiful home with expansive sea views and close beach access.

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A balcony with wicker furniture and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living area with a view of the ocean, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, white cabinets, and a view to the outside.
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of the sea.
A modern house with a glass balcony, a wooden deck, and a staircase leading to the upper level.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Mowhanau Beach

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Kai Iwi, Manawatu-Wanganui
  • Place, Mowhanau Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Virginia Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bunkroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite to master bedroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Kai Iwi

Kai Iwi is home to this holiday home. Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bason Botanic Gardens and Ward Observatory. Wanganui Community Arts Centre and Durie Hill Elevator are also worth visiting.
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Kai Iwi, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

  • Mowhanau Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Virginia Lake - 17 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 23 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 24 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Bushy Park Homestead & Forest - 27 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Citadel Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Castlecliff Camp Store & Takeaways - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Havoc Coffee Roasting - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Delight. Beautiful home with expansive sea views and close beach access. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Delight. Beautiful home with expansive sea views and close beach access.?

As of 13 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Delight. Beautiful home with expansive sea views and close beach access. on 8 Dec 2026 start from NZ$1,152, 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 Sunset Delight. Beautiful home with expansive sea views and close beach access.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Delight. Beautiful home with expansive sea views and close beach access.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Delight. Beautiful home with expansive sea views and close beach access.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Delight. Beautiful home with expansive sea views and close beach access. located?

Situated in Kai Iwi, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Mowhanau Beach and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Bason Botanic Gardens. Virginia Lake and Bushy Park Homestead & Forest are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday in a great house. Kai iwi Beach is an ideal place to stay and very commutable to Whanganui.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a wonderful property, made easy by owner. Comfortable. Views amazing. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property with amazing views, well equipped kitchen, and comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spacious house. Amazing sea views. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and awesome living spaces
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lovely House, the view
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

This place was fantastic right from the facilities to the beds and what a view. Well worth staying the short drive from Wanganui.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the perfect stay for a relaxing long weekend. Beautiful views and beautiful amenities - the space is truly spectacular, clean and luxurious. Isolated, rejuvenated and close to the beach. Sunset views are priceless! Thank you for the lovely experience, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Watching the sun set in the evenings was a beautiful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully tidy and well presented property. Peaceful location. Great layout and design.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most amazing weekend away at this beautiful home! The house was absolutely stunning - so clean, stylish, and comfortable, with the most incredible views. Everything was so peaceful and relaxing, the perfect spot for a weekend getaway. Couldn’t have asked for a better stay - highly recommend and would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing home and location

We very much enjoy the house and location. So very happy to have this beautiful place.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful stay

This is the 2nd time staying at this property and it was just as good as our first stay. Highly recommend, amazing views,spacious and super clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning location and Property for weekend away with friends

We had a wonderful breakaway - throroughly recommended and definitely keen to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family getaway

We had a great time with three generations at this beautiful home, great winter retreat. We all loved it and the house was the destination between a few excursions out. We plan to spend a bit longer there over summer too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning views and perfect location

Thank you for a wonderful holiday! The house is just perfect for a family, with stunning views and easy access to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the house, the proximity to the beach & the children's playground. Close enough to enjoy Whanganui as well. Loved our bbq at the Bason gardens. Nice walks. Stunning sunset views over the ocean. Couldn’t have been better for all our whanau
Evening view from house
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular views. Gorgeous house
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay here. We love the views and proximity to the beach. The kitchen has everything you need. The house is always clean and tidy and well presented. It's great not having to take towels etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sunset Delight

Awesome place and great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great house and the view ... The host was very helpful and I have no problem reccommending the property,
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Holiday

Great place to stay plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Amazing views

Relaxing stay, so good, booked again while staying there. The house is clean with amazing views with more than enough room to Accomodate the whole family. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfection!

A wonderful property with amazing views. Beds all super comfy and a dream kitchen! Totally recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place to stay, very relaxing

Our family traveller from Australia, experienced delayed flights, and travelled to whanganui to attend a wedding. Home beautiful, very relaxing setting, we all had restful sleep, loved tge joint
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing spot - highly recommended

We had a lovely time at Sunset Delight. The house is brand new, the views are amazing. A very lovely and responsive host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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