The ‘Hut’- Te Whare-iti EcoStay
Experience a taste of tiny living on the Wild West Coast!
More than just a place to stay The ‘Hut’ offers a number 8 wire, back to nature real Kiwi experience, West Coast stylz.
We take sustainability seriously and are fully off grid complete with composting toilet, gas califont for water heating and use recycled materials wherever possible. The ‘Hut’ is Kiwi ingenuity at it’s best, a unique, one of a kind, authentic experience.
Wood Fired Bush Bath
Lay back in our wood fired Bush bath while you listen to the evening chorus of Tui, Weka and more while the hills reflect the golden glow of the sun setting over the Tasman Sea. Enjoy drying off in front of the fire pit and top it all off with some complimentary toasted marsh mellows. Be lulled to sleep by the crashing waves and if you are up around 3-4am you may even hear New Zealand’s Great Spotted kiwi/ Roroa.
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The'Hut' / Te Whare-iti
Inside features a very comfortable Queen Bed with Electric Blanket. Couch, dresser which houses kitchen equipment, shelves with plates and cups e.t.c to the left. Mezannine above with 2 single beds. Ladder to the right.
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Shower/ Hīrere
Heated by gas caliphont adjustable from inside the shower. The clear roof allows a view of the stars and surrounding pungas (tree ferns).
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Toilet/ Whare paku
Situated down the Tropical forest path on the west side of The 'Hut'. The Composting Toilet is a prototype made by me. A handful of sawdust is used each time you use the Whare paku.
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Kitchen/ Kīhini
The Kīhini features a 4 burner BBQ with side burner plus and extra gas camp stove. A half size fridge with small freezer compartment plus a stainless steel bench and sink.
Sue, Chris, Chris and Rosie’s Review
“Three of us and Rosie the dog had a wonderful stay. Everything was perfect -baths under the twinkling lights, fire and marshmallows watching satellites cross the sky, and wonderful comfy beds. Such a fantastic spot, so well set up and so special. Thank you, we will definitely be back! 12-13 February 2025