Golden Bay Hideaway
- Perfect couples retreat
- Mountain/estuary and sea views
- Modern conveniences
- Bath under the stars
- Craftsman's attention to detail
- Extremely energy efficient
- Warm all year round
- Comfortably sleeps two
If you want to enjoy the still winter days in Golden Bay, this holiday house catches all the afternoon sun, stores it, and maintains a comfortable temperature.
For the holiday maker interested in what Golden Bay Hideaway has to offer, Little Greenie may appear to be just another modern, professionally finished house with stunning views in a beautiful location. Of course everyone will notice some differences sooner or later, but those interested in environmental technology and smart building will find the differences go right down to the foundations.
Little Greenie is designed with four major principles in mind: Energy efficiency, low maintenance/longevity, ease of construction and value for money. It may be modern, but it’s not about frills or fashion; and while it is unashamedly utilitarian, it’s definitely not drab or boring.
Standard Pricing |
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| Single Night | $225 |
| 2-3 Nights | $185/night |
| 4+ Nights | $165/night |
We've deliberately kept the nightly price as low as possible so many people can experience the Little Greenie Design & Build eco-house concept.
Travel Golden Bay |
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| Flights direct from Wellington | from $109/person |
| Rental cars in Golden Bay | from $49/day |
Facilities
- Sleeps up to two people
- Electricity
- Hot and cold running water
- Radio and CD player
- Fridge and cooker/oven
- King-size bed or two single beds
- Linen and bedding provided
- Covered parking
- Underfloor heating
First 9 Star Home in NZ
Little Greenie received 9/10 stars when rated in an April 2009 Home Energy Rating Report (HERS) from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA). No other home in New Zealand has been awarded a nine before.
The building rating is a measure of how well a home's design, materials and solar orientation enable it to maintain a healthy and comfortable indoor temperature throughout the year.
In addition the report includes a water heating rating which is a measure of how energy efficient a home's water heating is. Little Greenie recieved a perfect 10/10 for this with indicative running costs of only $41/year.
Little Greenie Technology
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Passive solar design
Heat is captured and stored in abode bricks.
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Off-grid electricity supply
Power comes from solar panels and battery bank.
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High tech solar hot water
Serious heat retention and monitoring.
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Highly insulated German window system
Double-glazed and beautiful to behold.
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Innovative composting toilet system
No smells and makes good earth for the garden.
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Solar/boiler underfloor heating
Stable temperature in winter.
Learn more about the construction of Little Greenie.
Little Greenie is the show home of Plenty to Do
There's no TV but you'll be entertained all the same.
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Beautiful Sunsets
Over the water in winter and the mountains in summer.
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Walk to Wainui Falls
Through lush original forest and over a swing bridge.
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Go Swimming
The clear waters around Wainui Bay are ideal.
Look at our attractions section for more ideas.
Recycling
In keeping with its aim of fostering a high standard of environmental ethics, Golden Bay Hideaway operates a well organised recycling regime with organised bins - even the bins are recycled!
The building of Little Greenie was a great experience and it all came together with the help of friends and family - thanks guys!