Golden Bay Hideaway
- COVID-19 Protection
- Perfect couples retreat
- Peaceful and private
- Beautifully handcrafted
- Luxurious outside bath
- Clean and green
- Amazing sea views
- Cosy and warm
- Unique kiwi experience
- Sleeps four + tents
House Truck is a lovingly restored and beautifully presented old house truck with fantastic sea and mountain views in a private bush location. This fully equipped wagon is a cosy sanctuary to restore your pioneer spirit.
A wood fire keeps the beautifully crafted kauri and oak timber interior warm on cooler days. This is the ideal place for a couple to get away from the hustle of daily life. Even in stormy nights staying in this house truck is a comfortable experience.
There is plenty of room for parking or an extra tent and the generous surroundings are all yours.
What is offered
House Truck is an upcycled truck with many home comforts.
- Electricity
- Hot and cold running water
- Shower and bath
- Radio and CD player
- Fridge and cooker/oven
- Wood stove and electric heater
Where you'll sleep
House Truck sleeps up to four people in two spaces.
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Cab Mezzanine
Queen Bed
Separate private space above the truck cab, sleeps two in a comfortable queen bed. Requires a short ladder climb to enter.
Linen and bedding provided.
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Rear Mezzanine
Queen Bed
Comfortable queen size bed in the rear mezzanine space above the entrance door and lounge.
Has curtains and an optional safety net for kids. Requires a short ladder climb to enter.
Linen and bedding provided.
House Truck
House Truck Pricing
| Season | Low Season | Mid Season | Peak Season |
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| Rate | $140 per night | $130 per night | $160 per night |
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Fee
Per booking |
Plus $50 one-off cleaning fee |
Plus $50 one-off cleaning fee |
Plus $50 one-off cleaning fee |
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Months |
Winter |
Autumn & Spring |
Summer |
25% less when booking direct
Unlike Airbnb and Booking.com, our prices are up-front and honest! Be careful when comparing prices.
All-inclusive pricing table
Inclusive of the one-off $50 cleaning fee.
| Season | Low | Mid | Peak |
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| 1 night |
NO ONE NIGHT STAYS – WHY?
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| 2 nights | $165 per night | $155 per night | $185 per night |
| 3 nights | $157 per night | $147 per night | $177 per night |
| 4 nights | $153 per night | $143 per night | $173 per night |
| 5 nights | $150 per night | $140 per night | $170 per night |
The longer you stay the cheaper it gets!
Important Details
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Our direct booking prices are up-front and honest.
The cleaning fee is often hidden on third-party booking websites, not shown until you're paying.
Our accommodation can be found and booked on Airbnb and Booking.com where it can "appear" less expensive. However, these websites often hide additional fees and their booking cancellation policies may differ. -
Minimum two night stay.
Sorry, one night stays are not available.
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Prices are for two people in a shared bed.
The standard price is for two people in a shared bed. There is an additional $30/night fee if you wish to use two separate beds.
House Truck sleeps a maximum of four people. There is an $30/night additional fee for each extra person beyond two people.
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Future season pricing may differ.
The displayed prices are for the next upcoming season (Low, Mid or Peak). Pricing for future seasons (eg. a year later) may differ. A final price will be shown prior to any payment.
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Prices in NZ dollars.
All prices are in in NZ dollars and include applicable taxes (GST).
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Recent Reviews
Lawrence & Kylie
Airbnb Host Scorecard
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Pieter
Airbnb Customer
August 2022
Karina
Airbnb Customer
We loved staying at your wonderful house truck.
Tanya
Airbnb Customer
You won’t regret it, just do it. The weka and the outdoor bath were the best part. There’s a lot close by and you might not think but the house truck has got everything you need.
Rebekah
Airbnb Customer
Gorgeous, unique place for our 2 night stay. Lovely experience. Private and peaceful spot. Excellent communication from hosts and easy check-in system. The outdoor bath was awesome, especially on the first night with clear skies showcasing a mass of stars!
Heather
Airbnb Customer
So quaint and magical! The outdoor bath was luxurious 😁. You won’t regret your stay here!
Monique
Airbnb Customer
Fantastic experience. Great adventure for our 8 and 10 yo boys
Edward
Airbnb Customer
Can’t say anything that the previous reviews don’t already say, perfect place to getaway, relax and recharge :)
Ingrid
Airbnb Customer
A lovely spot to take the kids for a fun stay. Easy to get to and find. Have everything we needed.
Luiza
Airbnb Customer
Great wee place. Perfect location. Definitely worth the stay.
Tom
Airbnb Customer
If you're looking for somewhere that feels private and remote, this truck is spot on. It's interior is super cute and a lovely place to relax. The views of the bay are great. And it's perfectly located if you've just come off the Abel Tasman Great Walk. Happy days :)
Jo
Airbnb Customer
If you are in need of a romantic and totally private and memorable experience the house bus will be that. The bus is beautifully restored and thoughtfully planned. The outdoor bath was a real highlight. Thankyou to our hosts for making it all possible.
Kathy
Airbnb Customer
Idyllic location & fantastic accommodation (even for a family with 2 teens!) If you're after an idyllic swimming spot as well, take a 30min walk out towards Taupo Point, at low-medium tide, for golden sand & turquoise sea.
Marina
Airbnb Customer
What a lovely place to stay. It felt like a serenity in the middle of nowhere. Fantastic location and views. It is truly unique exerience. Our kids loved it too! Thank you so much.
Angus
Airbnb Customer
Lush! It’d exactly as you imagine. A gorgeous getaway in remote wainui bay.
Jennifer
Airbnb Customer
The amazing house truck is just that, amazing! This was the best Airbnb experience we have had. The house truck has everything you need, a beautiful outdoor tub and shower and a cosy rustic interior with all the essentials. The location is just beautiful, 15 mins walk to the beach and the truck is situated on a little hill, overlooking wainui bay. We are already planning our return. Thanks again Lawrence and Kylie. Jen and Julian.
Chris
Airbnb Customer
Everything you could possibly need, super clean, and looked after old truck in a beautiful location
Danielle & Hayden
Airbnb Customer
Lovely romantic stay in the house truck. Heard good things and we were not disappointed! Big bath was the key seller for us!
Plenty to Do
Attractions-
Nothing
Take a moment… breathe out… and breathe in the quiet.
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Outdoor Bath
Every guest loves our outdoor baths. Steaming hot water, magical views and a quiet moment to just be.
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Beautiful Sunsets
Over the water in winter and the mountains in summer. Stroll the beach or enjoy from the comfort of home.
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Walk to Taupo Point
The islands glow in the fading evening light and the kanuka trees turn a rich, bronze colour.
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Walk to Wainui Falls
Through lush original forest and over a swing bridge to a perfect swimming hole under the waterfall.
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Swin in the Sea
The clear protected waters around Wainui Bay are ideal for a Summer dip.
Getting Here
Find Us-
Fly
Fly directly into Golden Bay from Wellington with Golden Bay Air.
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Drive
Drive yourself or take a bus: Golden Bay Coachlines.
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Boat
Drop off on a beach near us: Abel Tasman Aqua Taxi or Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles.
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Walk
Golden Bay Hideaway is at the northern end of Abel Tasman National Park. You can walk the Abel Tasman Coast Track and end up at our doorstep.
Recycling
In keeping with our aim of fostering a high standard of environmental ethics, we operate a well organised recycling regime with organised bins - even the bins are recycled!
Thanks for our lovely stay :)