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Jedforest, traditional family crib (bach)

Jedforest, traditional family crib (bach)

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Jedforest
Pounawea from the air
Kitchen/dining area
Living room
Master bedroom

Overview of Jedforest, traditional family crib (bach)

9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Check out the area

The Catlins, The Catlins
  • Popular LocationJack's Blowhole21 min drive
  • Popular LocationCannibal Bay Beach23 min drive
  • Popular LocationNugget Point Lighthouse35 min drive
  • AirportDunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)87 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Jedforest, traditional family crib (bach)

My family has been coming here for over 60 years. It started as a couple of old Railway huts but it grew with extensions over the years as all the best cribs do. It's now a nice jumble of rooms, with all the basic requirements and quite comfortable but with lots of charm. It's an old school New Zealand holiday home really, but with a brand new roof, a new gas hot water system and shower, and a new water tank. We're still working on bits and pieces but it's a fantastic place to relax and unwind. There are nine beds but it's not big and it would be a pretty tight fit to actually have nine people in the place; four or five would be ideal.

The location is pretty special; on the main street of Pounawea and just up from the beach front, the river, and the stand of native bush in the camping ground next store (accessible to the public). It was the fabulous fishing in this area that first attracted my grandfather to the place and that is still the case. But it also offers a great central location for exploring the Catlins, with the last surviving remnants of New Zealand's east coast rain forests, hidden valleys and waterfalls, remote townships and spectacular coastal cliffs and beaches. The weather is amazingly variable; don't count on constant sun even in summer, but it changes so much that some interesting weather is always on the way. This is the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle and just enjoy the peace and quiet of one of the Catlins most beautiful spots.

Owaka township is just 5 minutes away by car and has excellent cafes, a museum and a Four Square supermarket open seven days a week 8am til 7pm.

Please note, no pets. A few renters seem to have missed this condition. A recent renter suggested we explain that the fridge/freezer is turned off when the crib is not occupied. This means it will take a few hours before it is at chill/freezing temperature in case you bring food that needs immediate storage.

In the Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels).

Finally, when making a booking request please provide full details of who is coming and what for, especially if you are new to the site and don't have a booking track record. The booking site only gives us 24 hours to confirm acceptance but we always need to be sure about you before accepting a booking request so will ask for these details if you don't provide them.

Property manager

seanan448

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

About the area

Owaka

This holiday home is located in Owaka. Teapot World is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kaka Point Scenic Reserve and Catlins Lake. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

What's nearby

  • Catlins Lake - 9 min drive
  • Kaka Point Beach - 20 min drive
  • Jack's Blowhole - 21 min drive
  • Cannibal Bay Beach - 23 min drive
  • Nugget Point Lighthouse - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tahatika Coffee Traders - 5 min drive
  • Earthlore - 6 min drive
  • Lumber Jack Cafe & Restaurant - 5 min drive
  • Bakehouse Takeaways - 5 min drive
  • Catlins Cafe - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Jedforest, traditional family crib (bach) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Jedforest, traditional family crib (bach)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Jedforest, traditional family crib (bach)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Jedforest, traditional family crib (bach) located?

Situated in Owaka, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Teapot World and within 9 miles (15 km) of Catlins Lake and Jack's Blowhole. Cannibal Bay Beach and Purakaunui Falls are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy authentic crib
Authentic crib, with all the old nostalgic trappings one expects in a crib. Weather was ferocious with a bitter southerly blowing as it does in Pounawea, but we kept warm and well fed with the facilities provided. Ran to cousin's farm at Kaihiku to grab firewood before discovering the stash in the back of the shed the next day! Very pleasant stay, wishing now we had booked for a week.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
This is my second stay in the property and again loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erika S., The Whitsundays, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation better than described
No problems exactly what we needed excellent communication with host. Warm comfortable and exceeded expectation
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

G H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retreat
Enjoyed another peaceful stay at Pounawea. Brilliant place to spend time away from "The Rat Race'.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Smith,s
Great place to unwind and relax
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by seanan448

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What makes this property unique

Cosy rooms, comfy beds, well equipped but not fussy.
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