Kahutara PurePod - luxurious glass eco-cabin in stunning & remote NZ location – Home 8559608 Log cabin
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 1 night min stay
Kahutara PurePod - luxurious glass eco-cabin in stunning & remote NZ location – Home 8559608
- Log cabin
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 1 night min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 21 mi
- Not suitable for children
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
The Kahutara PurePod is perched high above the Kahutara River with vast views across to the mighty Seaward Kaikōura Mountain Range. It is only 20 minutes inland from Kaikōura and 2.5 hours north of Christchurch.
PurePods are designed to ensure that you experience nature's show vividly, utilising all of your senses whilst remaining sheltered in luxury. The effect is incredible. The stress of life disappears, the wonder at nature’s power and subtlety reconnects us with ourselves – and our partners.
What is the experience like?
On a hot day you can pull back the sliding doors on all three glassed sides, turn up the shade on the ceiling blinds and indulge the privacy. If its cold you are totally insulated, the heating system is keeping you warm but you can see the rain or snow falling all around you, experience the sounds and marvel at nature.
Environmentally friendly
To build the worlds most environmentally transparent building takes more than simply using glass for roofing and walls. It involves using sustainable energy wherever possible, minimising the use of non-renewable energy sources, using local water and returning the water to the local area just as clean as it came to us.
Rainwater that falls on the roof is returned to water the local plants. Waste is cleaned as naturally as possible, organic cleaners are used exclusively.
We’re passionate about sharing the best possible experience of Pure New Zealand possible and we’re passionate about keeping New Zealand pure.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
- 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Mountain Views
- Grill
- Balcony or terrace
- Deck
- Central heating
- Fridge
- Kettle
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 12:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.
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2 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
All PurePod guests must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (or have an official exemption issued by the Ministry of Health). While the PurePod experience is a low risk activity (as you are unlikely to meet any other humans once you leave the PurePod carpark and start the short walk to the PurePod), we do need to ensure our cleaning teams aren’t put at unnecessary risk. Thank you for your understanding.
About the owner
Stephanie H.
- Average reply time:
- 2 hours 53 minutes
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 08 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 9
- Based in:
- New Zealand
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Very Good
– based on 13 reviews
Very Good
13 reviews
- Excellent
- 11
- Very Good
- 1
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 1
“Rotten timing at Kahutara PurePo”
Rotten timing for our two nights reserved at Kahutara PurePod. Knowing it is a working farm, the owners should have allowed a few nights without renters so they could separate the calves from their co… More
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Response from the owner Hi Kate, Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay at Kahutara PurePod. We apologise for the disturbance caused by our farming activities, we'll review our schedules to prevent similar issues in the future. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the PurePod and its surroundings. We hope you continue to enjoy your travels in New Zealand and apologise again for the sleepless night, this is not the luxurious experience we strive for.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Relaxing and scenic”
We stayed for one night. The unit was in a lovely scenic spot, exactly as the pictures show. It was well laid out, very clean, a great bed (though we found the duvet a bit hot for much of the night,… More
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Response from the owner Fantastic you were able to enjoy the stars from the bed! It's such a magical experience isn't it. Thanks for sharing your review.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Echt ungewöhnlich”
Ein Haus aus Glas, echt ungewöhnlich. Sehr schön eingerichtet und ausgestattet. Die Aussicht auf die leicht schneebedeckte Seaward Kaikoura Mountain Range ist wunderschön. Besonders bei… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for taking the time to send your feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Kahutara PurePod!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Spectacular views, location and experience”
We had no idea what to expect but absolutely loved our overnight stay. Luckily we had clear sky's so sleeping under the stars was wonderful. The hosts supplied lots of food (we took our own win… More
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Response from the owner That's so cool to hear how much you enjoyed your stay Joanne! It's a very special spot up there nestled amongst the majestic Kaikoura ranges. Thanks for taking the time to send us your thoughts.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Stunning Setting - Stunning Place”
Excellent weekend break away - so peaceful, you feel as if you're in the middle of nowhere and yet you are reasonably close to Kaikoura. Hearing the birds, and the river tumbling past just sets … More
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Response from the owner Thanks Samantha, so pleased to hear you really enjoyed your stay! Kahutara is so peaceful nestled there amongst the Kaikoura Seaward ranges.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“A must-do experience on the South Island!”
We just returned from a 2-week trip to NZ and our stay at the Kahutara PurePod was easily one of the highlights of our trip. The cabin and amenities were lovely and we enjoyed the stunning views and t… More
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Response from the owner So glad you to hear you enjoyed your PurePod stay - sounds like you had a lovely relaxing stay.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Our Life is Fritted Away By Detail...Simplify, Simplify (Thoreau)”
Wow, simplified yet with unmatched elegance and luxury of experiencing nature purely. A shout out to Tony and Angela for welcoming us on their beautiful farmland that hosts Kahutara PurePod. We enjoy… More
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Response from the owner Well that makes it all worthwhile! Sounds like you had a wonderful stay. Thank you so much for taking the time to place your feedback. We love guests that fully embrace and immerse themselves in the entire experience!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Unique experience”
A really unique experience, glamping in a house of glass on top of a hill. Stunning views. We had 2 rainy days which made the stay more challenging and unfortunately no stars at night. A pity was the … More
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Response from the owner Thanks for taking the time to send through your feedback. That is such a shame the weather didn't behave itself for you enough for you to glimpse the stars. Thanks for you comment on the generator noise - that is not normal so we will be looking into what is causing that. Our apologies for it detracting from an otherwise spectacular wee haven!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Fully disconnect from stress and connect with an awesome NZ landscape in luxury.”
Don't know where to start really - we arrived in dodgy weather and were escoretd to the start of the track up to the pod by the farm owner. Turns out we knew lots of people in common. The pod is … More
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Response from the owner Thank you for such lovely feedback! It sounds like you had a fabulous time. You're right, the walk up to the hill behind the PurePod is well worth it.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Unique experience”
We stayed 2 nights at the Kahutara purepod and it was a wonderful and unique experience. Staying in a glass cottage might sound odd and daunting but it is very private (we only saw people at the farm… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for taking the time to send your feedback Russell, we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and completely embraced the unique "PurePod" experience. Would love to host you again anytime!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Stephanie (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Stephanie (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Stephanie (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Stephanie the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Stephanie (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Stephanie (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Stephanie (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Stephanie (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Stephanie (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Stephanie (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Stephanie (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Stephanie (the owner) a message.
If Stephanie (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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