
House holiday rentals in Waikanae
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Explore 60 holiday rentals in Waikanae

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Waikanae holiday rentals start at £15 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
50 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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Find 10 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
60 of Waikanae holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Waikanae rentals

4.9 Average rating
Waikanae stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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Relaxing Rural Retreat in Otaki
This new two-bedroom rural retreat is ideal for a relaxing break with family/ friends. Great indoor/outdoor living with a deck and views over a family friendly lifestyle property with a separate driveway on a no-exit road. The house is energy-efficient with solar power. It is a 5-minutes to the Ōtaki township, where the Te Wananga O Raukawa campus, and the Golf Course are. The township also contains a library, supermarkets and takeaway shops. The beach and Otaki Forks is just a 10-minute drive.

Sunset Beach House - gorgeous beachfront getaway!
Sunny, spacious and warm with vibrant colour inside and out, Sunset Beach House has a mix of vintage and modern furnishings, and everything you could wish for, for a holiday or getaway at Otaki's beautiful beach. Fully equipped with four spacious bedrooms on a quarter acre section, there's plenty of room to spread out and relax. A house for all seasons, enjoy leisurely beach walks, sun, surf and sand in the Summer, or cosy up by the fire in Winter and take in the snow on the beautiful Tararuas.

Luxury at the Beach
A modern two story home only 200 meters walk to the beach. Two large living areas are on the entry level along with a generous kitchen equipped with all you need to prepare dinner including a well stocked pantry which you can use. There is a small bathroom on this level. All the bedrooms plus a large bathroom are downstairs - the master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom. All bed linen and towels are supplied. Just 15 minutes walk down the beach to the cafe's and bars plus a mini supermarket.

Peaceful beach house in Waikanae Beach
Located within a couple of minutes walk from beach, has 3 restaurant/bars all with indoor and outdoor seating, a 4 square, dairy and fish & chip shop, organic chocolate shop are also within 0.5km from the house. two major supermarkets are 4 km away. There are lovely walks up the river and around the lakes. train station is approx 4km giving access to wellington city. DVD player is no longer available Envirowaste is the bin for general rubbish, tub for glass yellow lid bin for recycling

Beside the lagoon - Waikanae Beach
A sunny and secluded beach cottage overlooking Waimanu lagoon with views to the Tarurua Ranges inland. A short walk will take you to Waikanae's long sandy beach, the river estuary, cycle tracks and river walks. Accommodation includes a twin room downstairs next to the bathroom, queen bedroom on the mezzanine and another living space with a futon sofa bed. Outside seating areas front and back. Wake up to see ducks and swans on the water - a truly relaxing and peaceful place to unwind.

Seaview Paradiso - Top Location Stunning Views!
⛵ Breathtaking Panoramic Sea and Island views ⛵ Cute Original Seaside Cottage 🚶➡️ 2 min walk down the driveway and across the road to the Beach 🚶➡️ 10 minute stroll to the local cafes. 👍 Free $50 Voucher for Sunday Cantina Cafe for all bookings of 3 nights and over ⛵ Living area open to the sun drenched front deck ⛵ Open plan Living, Dining, Kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 4 Beds, 1 bathroom ⛵ Ultra-Fast Wi-Fi - 500mbs 🚗 2 min drive to 4 Square, Cafes and Entertainment

Sweet Karehana | Self-contained Unit
Our two bedroom unit is totally self-contained. It adjoins our home but has its own entranceway and is quite private. You will have access to the whole unit – two bedrooms, lounge room, kitchen and bathroom. There are also three private deck areas for your use. It's five minutes walk from the beach, ideal for a beach holiday and great for a family (can host up to six people). Enjoy the stroll to Plimmerton Village and the vibe of the cafes. Handy to train.

Seascapes Waterfront 3
Luxury, one of a kind beach front accomodation Breathe, relax and marvel at the expansive views of the ocean on your doorstep and majestic Kapiti Island. Close the door and its your own private getaway. Watch the moonlit ocean and stars on the horizon. Perhaps this just is heaven ! Enjoy this haven with someone you love, or take the solitude, and space to escape This studio has its own walk in shower with rain head and a private spa for your exclusive use.

Sea Salt on Manly
Sun-drenched coastal escape with stunning Kapiti Island views. This spacious second-floor apartment features two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and open-plan living flowing to a large deck—perfect for morning coffee or sunset drinks. Enjoy private beach access, a fully equipped kitchen, linen, Wi-Fi, gas heating, and affinity hot water. Off-street parking for two cars, just a 5-minute walk to Kena Kena shops. Ideal for couples or friends seeking a relaxing retreat.

Historic Cottage with stunning views
SPECIAL DEAL, book a weekend in August or September and enjoy an EARLY CHECK IN OF 11AM FRIDAY AND LATE CHECKOUT OF 2PM SUNDAY! Our 1920’s Historic Cottage is something special. Oozing with charm and character, it offers a truly unique option for your next getaway. A peaceful retreat with stunning views, Range View Cottage is just a stone's throw from the beach and river. This is the perfect place to relax, rest and unwind ...slow living at it's best.

Holiday home (Bach) - Waikanae Beach
This is our Bach we have set up to enjoy with our family and friends. If you would like to use it for a weekend or short stays get in touch with us. (Free Wifi). It is a 2 minute walk to the beach. A bach is a small, often very modest holiday home or beach house. Baches are an iconic part of New Zealand history and culture, especially in the middle of the 20th century, where they symbolised the beach holiday lifestyle that was becoming more accessible.

Peaceful sanctuary with spa pool - place to unwind
Peaceful sanctuary in a park-like setting, just minutes from several great beaches & the Otaki Gorge/River. Equipped with a spa, this is the perfect place to unwind. The house is a modern architecturally-designed retreat with 3 bedrms (sleeps 6), 3 bathrms, kitchen, scullery & large garden with mature trees. A suntrap all year round & great for relaxation. The fireplace will keep you cozy in winter. No parties, smoking and guests.
Popular amenities for house rentals in Waikanae
House rentals with a pool

The Greenhouse, Waikanae

The Tennis Pavilion @ Longshore - pool, spa, beach

Large Executive Home near the Beach

Private Bar and Pool

Spacious 5 bdrm home with pool

The Blue Beachfront Retreat

Raumati Mid-Century Casa with Kapiti Views

La Bonne Vie - Exclusive B&B Wing
Weekly house rentals

Observation Holiday Home, Affordable Family Stay

Te Kohanga Eco Lodge

Otaki Beachfront Getaway

Beachfront Bliss - direct beach access & spa

The Tree House

Modern beach pod

Relax in a peaceful garden…

Cosy Coastal Escape
Private house rentals

Exquisitely designed Beach house

Akatarawa Adventure | Forest Park on your doorstep

Seaside Escape - Waikanae Beach

Heavenly Horizons - Spectacular Kapiti sunsets

Raumati Sunsets

Coastal Waikanae Beach Haven

Chic & New - 3 Bedroom 4 Beds, Paraparaumu, Kapiti

Palm Haven – Beach Retreat
When is the best time to visit Waikanae?
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| Avg. price | £104 | £97 | £81 | £92 | £82 | £86 | £75 | £75 | £78 | £83 | £87 | £103 |
| Avg. temp | 17°C | 18°C | 16°C | 14°C | 12°C | 10°C | 9°C | 10°C | 11°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C |
Destinations to explore
- Sky Stadium
- Wellington Cable Car
- Wellington Botanic Garden
- Wellington Zoo
- Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
- Otari-Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- The Lighthouse
- Zealandia
- Wellington Waterfront
- Staglands Wildlife Reserve
- The Weta Cave
- Wellington Museum
- City Gallery Wellington
- Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre
- Cable Car Museum
- Space Place at Carter Observatory





