About this property

Beachfront Location: The Lookout in Karitane offers direct beachfront access and stunning sea views. Guests can relax in the lush garden or enjoy the outdoor seating area. Modern Amenities: The holiday home features free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen. Additional facilities include a washing machine, laundry service, and free on-site private parking. Comfortable Living: Recently renovated, The Lookout features three bedrooms and a living room with a fireplace. The property includes a dining area, patio, and outdoor furniture, ensuring a comfortable stay. Local Attractions: Karitane Beach is just a few steps away, while Dunedin Airport is 62 km distant. Nearby attractions include Otago Museum (33 km) and Larnach Castle (49 km).

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 bunk bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Brent
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Fantastic location, even with bad weather it was amazing. Peaceful and private, hard to fault and place is well stocked and very comfortable.
  • Trish
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very well positioned comfortable accommodation with fantastic views of the beach. Clean, warm home with excellent furnishings and decor. Loved the art work. Beds are bliss! Well equipped kitchen with modern appliances.
  • Yvonne
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Beds very comfortable, beautiful view, kitchen well kitted out
  • Sintiche
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The view and beach access was amazing! Absolutely stunning!!
  • Don
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Obviously the view out over the ocean was superb, and it was fun being in a cottage on the beach. Compact, clean well designed, with an interesting placement for the toilets! but overall, we were able to keep it warm in the middle of winter,...
  • Annalysse
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Absolutely stunning views. Home owners have good taste with decor, furniture, cutlery etc. Beds were amazing. Good BBQ, and location was exceptional. Can't wait to come back.
  • Carlos
    Spain Spain
    Preciosa casa, cómoda, acogedora, con todos los servicios que puedas necesitar. Transmite buenas vibraciones, hemos estado felices, nuestro alojamiento preferido entre los 12 en los que hemos estado en Nueva Zelanda. Gracias!

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Pauline Bianchi

9.5
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Pauline Bianchi
Set at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the charming fishing village of Karitane, The Lookout offers uninterrupted coastal views, with magnificent sunrises, a golden sandy beach, and the blissful sound of rolling waves. It’s our pleasure to share this ideal location with you. We hope you enjoy this spectacular and rare find on the absolute beachfront Offering you privacy & your own private access to the beach, and a truly unique kiwi experience, you’ll find your happy place right here and you won’t want to leave ! The beach is home to some amazing wildlife. You might see sealions, dolphins, and if you are really lucky, some whales ! Karitane beach is perfect for taking leisurely walks any time of the day. Visit the rock pools at the southern end, & walk to the blow holes at the northern end of the beach. It’s also an idealic swimming and surf beach. Just a few minute’s walk away is an estuary - At low tide, enjoy hunting for crabs , digging for cockles, gather mussels, then return home to cook your own seafood feast ! Put your feet up while your seafood BBQ is cooking. The House The house is positioned to ensure every room enjoys views over Karitane’s stunning beach and is configured to suit a variety of visitors. If you are looking for accommodation for your next family holiday, second honeymoon, girls’ weekend or fishing trip, The Lookout can accommodate you in comfort and style. Living areas comprise a spacious lounge with woodburner and conservatory dining area with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the magical, ever-changing coastline. The home also offers a fireplace, and two heat pumps to ensure your absolute comfort in the cooler months. The Karitane General Store is only a brief walk and stocks all of your essentials, as well, they offer daily baking, great coffee & tea, & wood fired pizza on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays - Bookings essential The Lookout provides the ideal blend of affordable luxury, comfort and relaxation.
Pauline & Toko are passionate about our beautiful corner of the world. Our aim is to provide quality accommodation for you to relax and enjoy your visit to Dunedin. Please include your phone number in the booking, We will contact you a day befoe your stay with self-check-in details for the property.
Only 35km north of Dunedin, Karitane has long been a popular holiday spot for Dunedinites and visitors to the region alike. The seaside village has a wonderfully relaxed vibe about it, with plenty of recreational activity to keep you occupied (should you wish to be). In summer, the beach is a popular swimming spot – while surfing, fishing and walking are popular, no matter what the time of year. Karitane’s permanent population of 360 people swells to about 1000 over the summer holidays, when families – particularly with younger children – recognise the healthy, inexpensive fun to be had by holidaying at the beach. And it’s close enough to the city, that one parent can sneak back to work during the day and leave the family holidaying a little longer. Sir Truby King – founder of the Plunket Society – lived at Karitane and it is from this base that he established the Karitane hospitals and nursing movement. Karitane has a strong Maori community, focused around the Puketeraki Marae, which sits up above the village and looks out over the beach and the much-loved Huriawa Peninsula.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

The Lookout takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 6 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 25
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 2.8% surcharge when you pay with a credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Lookout in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.