The Sandcastle
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Sandcastle
Holiday park
Haile Lane, Pohara, Tasman, 7172, New Zealand
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With a stay at The Sandcastle in Pohara, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Golden Bay and Pohara Beach. This cabin is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Abel Tasman National Park and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Ligar Bay Beach.Show More
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Highlights
Delicious breakfast
Free parking
Pets welcome
Lots to doAmenities
Wi-Fi in public areas
Private parkingFree
Playground
EV charging station
Massage room
Table tennis room
Taxi booking service
24-hour front desk
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Property Description
With a stay at The Sandcastle in Pohara, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Golden Bay and Pohara Beach. This cabin is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Abel Tasman National Park and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Ligar Bay Beach.
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4.1/5
Very GoodCleanliness4.1
Amenities4.1
Location4.1
Service4.1
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Surroundings
Landmarks: Onetahua Marae
(460m)
Landmarks: Pohara Beach Reserve
(960m)
Landmarks: Pohara Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
(1.0 km)
Landmarks: Port Tarakohe NZMCA Park
(1.3 km)
Landmarks: Golden Bay
(1.7 km)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
3
Chalet
2 single beds and 1 double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Minibar
TV
Towels
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One-Bedroom Chalet
1 queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Ocean view
Electric blanket
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7
Design Double Room
1 queen bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Refrigerator
Minibar
TV
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Queen Room With Balcony
4 queen beds
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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2
Design Tent
1 queen bed
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Minibar
TV
Towels
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2
Chalet
2 single beds and 2 double beds
Has window
Non-smoking
Refrigerator
Minibar
TV
Towels
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Guest Reviews
4.1/5
Very Good
26 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.1
- Amenities4.1
- Location4.1
- Service4.1
Average for similar properties in Pohara
AI Summary
The accommodation offers comfortable, clean, and spacious cottages in a quiet location with easy access to beaches, tourist spots, and nature trails, providing a peaceful and convenient stay.
Guest User
October 8, 2024
The environment is great, there are horses and alpacas, the boss is very nice, and you can see the sea in the distance from the room. In a suite, there are two double beds and a bunk bed, which is very suitable for a family with many children. But the room may not have been used for a long time, it smells musty, and there are no toiletries, so you need to bring your own. However, for this price, this environment, and this room type, what else do you need?
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Guest User
January 9, 2025
I had the most wonderful stay in the yurt. It’s so peaceful, beautiful and comfortable, and spacious and had everything I needed. The shared bathroom and kitchen were kept clean and just a short stroll away. Steve was so friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend those and hope to stay again.
Guest User
November 2, 2024
This was our second stay and it was just what we needed for a Labour Day getaway. We were looking for rustic charm and we’re not bothered that we couldn’t work the TV - it’s not that kind of place! Love the sunny balcony, the view and the well appointed kitchen. We thank the Steve for promptly posting us our coffee pot.
Guest User
December 11, 2023
Stayed here before and loved it again Steve is always very welcoming , great to be amongst lush gardens native trees and listen to birdsong like tui and woodpigeons etc close to the beach , cottages are spacious and have a real Bach feel Steve also organizes a pizza night on most Saturdays a nice touch If you expect hotel rooms with modern modcons etc then this is not the place for you Thanks again for your hospitality Steve Until next time Ps : yummie Avocados Andre and Rudy.
Guest User
February 14, 2023
We have never written a 1 star review and do not take this lightly. We phoned the owner and booked a one bedroomed flat as we did not like the look of the cottages. We arrived late afternoon in the middle of a storm to be met by him saying that someone else was in the flat and he had "upgraded" us to a cottage. He showed us this and if that is an upgrade, we dread to think what the flat was like. We said to him that it was not what we wanted nor booked and it was a problem. He walked away and we decided that we would not stay in the wet and dingy so called 'cottage'. We drove off and found the only room available in Pohara for the night at great cost. To crown it all, we received a rude message from him the next day accusing us of bad manners!!! despite the fact that he changed our booking without asking and just walked off mid discussion. We recommend staying anywhere in Pohara (or surrounding area) but here.
Guest User
February 4, 2023
No stars. Overgrown outside. The unit was full of cobwebs and dirty. The host uncontactable (by phone or ‘reception’ bell). No plug in the washhandbasin. Curtains only worked with persuasion and the bathroom blind had to be tied to the shower rail to hold it up. Missing towel rail. As a New Zealander I’m ashamed that tourists must think we find this acceptable. On the positive side, the shower was excellent.
Guest User
December 26, 2022
What a magical spot! Surrounded by birdsong and beautiful gardens and a great view of the ocean from our deck. Steve was very friendly and welcoming. The kitchen had everything we needed to make our dinner but we ended up eating at one of the great selection of restaurants in nearby Takaka. Central to tourist spots and fantastic walks.
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Wi-Fi in public areas
Private parking
Free
Playground
EV charging station
Massage room
Table tennis room
Taxi booking service
24-hour front desk
Playground
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Car charging facilities
Transportation
Taxi booking service
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Room service
Health & Wellness
Massage room
Table tennis room
Public Areas
BBQ
Garden
Picnic area
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Facilities for Children
Playground
Business Services
Postal service
Safety & Security
First aid kit
First aid room
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 07:00–24:00
Check-out: 00:00–11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Buffet:NZD 5.00 (approx. AED 10.56) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowedFree
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1998
- Renovated: 2017
- Number of Rooms: 10
With a stay at The Sandcastle in Pohara, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute drive of Golden Bay and Pohara Beach. This cabin is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Abel Tasman National Park and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Ligar Bay Beach.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this cabin include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Take advantage of the cabin's room service (during limited hours). Breakfast is available for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include minibars and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this cabin include a picnic area and barbecue grills.
Take advantage of the cabin's room service (during limited hours). Breakfast is available for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 6 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads. Conveniences include minibars and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.