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Villa Rustica Retreat

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A spacious room with a large window, a wooden ceiling, and a comfortable seating area. - Villa Rustica Retreat (Heyward Point)
A rustic cabin with a sloped roof, surrounded by a grassy field and dense vegetation. - Villa Rustica Retreat (Heyward Point)
A rural landscape with a house, a gravel path, and a view of the sunset. - Villa Rustica Retreat (Heyward Point)
A room with two large windows offering a view of a body of water and distant hills. - Villa Rustica Retreat (Heyward Point)
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of the sea and trees, a bed with a red blanket, and a wooden ceiling. - Villa Rustica Retreat (Heyward Point)
Villa Rustica Retreat provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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Room options

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Cabin, Bay View | WiFi (free), bed sheets

Cabin, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A small, cozy room with a single bed, a wooden dresser, a lamp, and a window.

Basic Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking, Ground Floor

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A wooden interior with a large glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the sea.

Basic Double Room, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Mezzanine

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Heyward Point, Villa Rustica Retreat is in a rural area. Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Doctors Point reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Dunedin Botanic Garden and Dunedin Railways. New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame and Dunedin Chinese Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Heyward Point travel guide
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315 Heyward Point Rd, Heyward Point, 9081

What's nearby

  • A large tree in front of a historic building with a clock tower.
    University of Otago
    31 min drive - 15.5 miles
  • Purakaunui Inlet
    13 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Long Beach
    17 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Port Chalmers Museum
    20 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium
    29 min drive - 14.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station
    43 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Portsider
    15 min drive
  • Port Royale
    15 min drive
  • Portobello Hotel & Bistro
    48 min drive
  • Cove Cafe
    48 min drive
  • Ballroom Cafe
    43 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 detached shared bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 4 units
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting units available
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from August 31 2026 to August 31 2027 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from August 31 to July 31:
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking area

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 133070945

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Rustica Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Rustica Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Rustica Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Rustica Retreat located?

Situated in a rural location, this campground is within 6 mi (10 km) of Orokonui Ecosanctuary, Purakaunui Inlet, and Long Beach. Holy Trinity Church and Port Chalmers Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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