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The Sandcastle

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A small house with a red roof, a front porch, and a garden with pink flowers.
A grassy area with a stone fountain, colorful houses, and a stone structure.
A traditional yurt interior with a bed, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.
A breakfast plate with eggs, sausages, tomatoes, and toast, along with a cup of coffee and a green thermos on a wooden table.
A red metal bridge over a pathway leading to a row of houses with red roofs, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.

Popular amenities

  • Self-parking included
  • Pets stay free
  • Laundry room
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug

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32 Haile Lane, Pohara, 7172
  • Place, Pohara Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Abel Tasman National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Tata Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬

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View all photos for Chalet - sleeps 4

A bed with a quilted bedspread, two heart-shaped towels, and two pillows.

Chalet - sleeps 4

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Chalet - sleeps 6

A bed with a quilted bedspread, two heart-shaped towels, and two pillows.

Chalet - sleeps 6

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Design Double Room

A lush garden with a view of the sea.

Design Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Design Tent

A traditional yurt interior with a bed, a small table, and a wooden cabinet.

Design Tent

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Sandcastle

Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free cabin has a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. All 6 individually decorated cabins provide free WiFi, free wired Internet and minibars. For a bit of entertainment, flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like fridges and microwaves.
The Sandcastle offers 6 accommodations with minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead.

This Pohara cabin provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Policies

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
It's really helpful to check payment is confirmed. Thanks

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Breakfast fee: from approximately NZD 5 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Property # 9624155
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
This property accepts credit cards
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
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 professionally cleaned

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sandcastle pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sandcastle?

As of 5 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sandcastle on 19 August 2026 start from NZ$125, 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 Sandcastle?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sandcastle?

Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Sandcastle?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Sandcastle located?

Situated near the beach, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Golden Bay and Pohara Beach. Abel Tasman National Park and Ligar Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

The Sandcastle Reviews

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 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Owners were very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bart

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Easy check in, host was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Loved our stay, Steve was so welcoming and helpful. Spacious cabin with everything you need. Comfy bed. Lovely view of the beach, and dogs staying free was amazing, thank you very much.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bruce

Nice stay thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hospitality, lovely and great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Fun funky and fantastic. Enjoyed watching the horses
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gayla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Amazing stay, the host gave a very kind upgrade and I felt like it was a night staying with friends. It was pizza night and so fun with live music and socializing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cornelia

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was interesting accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The owner was so kind with us, good spot to take rest, enyoy the views and the beach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful spot with a very friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
If you are looking for a funky, organic, hide away near the beach but aware from conventional concrete accommodation, this is a fantastic spot. Steve makes you feel very welcome, with beautiful gardens. This is a bohemian dream. Appreciate its eccentricity and its family and dog friendly vibes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Always feels like home away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Wonderful host. Pizza occasion was great. The cabin was comfortable, with good kitchen facilities. We could have stayed another week.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great hostes
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness
Dilapidated. Spider webs. Great internet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good basic but spacious accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Liked everything about the place 😌
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stphen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
A very comfortable and friendly place to stay. Steve, the host, is a great guy and he does everything he can to make your stay a great one.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
It was layed back and owner very friendly and helpful 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Communication
Super location. Unique property, we loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shayna

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved staying at sand castles, it has everything we need and had some are homely feel , I just wish I had of known to bring shower soap, but the stay was perfect for what we needed and the kids loved it
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

CHINTAN RAMANBHAI

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Good, could book and stay for staying purpose. Has Yoga available for mornings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very peaceful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Selena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was friendly and had unexpected but great entertainment for the kids
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, affordable, beautiful nature around, really nice host. Not far to next town. I recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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