Golden Bay Hideaway
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Protecting Nature
By choosing Tiny Greenie, you're directly supporting a nature reserve rehabilitation project.
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Long Term Thinking
Everything we build and buy is high quality, low maintenance and as repairable as possible. The true definition of sustainability.
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Ethical Comfort
We're proving that environmental consciousness and personal comfort aren't mutually exclusive.
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Seeding the Future
We're not just thinking about the future - we're actively shaping it through our pioneering plastic recycling project.
This tiny home has been finished to our exceptionally high McIntyre standard - the Tiny Greenie builds on our vision! Experience warmth and comfort this year in New Zealand’s first European style passive solar tiny house.
Perched high above Wainui Bay you'll experience sunsets over the inlet - the best yet. Surrounded by native bush and the silence that only a remote retreat can deliver.
Tiny Greenie is our latest in our Greenie line of future-thinking eco-homes that you really have to experience first-hand. With a floorspace of 40 square metres (including mezzanines), Tiny Greenie is about as big as tiny gets. This home is sitting on a sturdy dual-axel trailer and can be moved to a new vantage on a whim.
Come stay and find the space to fully appreciate the deep and considered approach to modern low-impact living in a small space.
What is offered
Tiny Greenie is an up-cycled truck with many home comforts.
- Plenty of space and privacy
- Hot and cold running water
- Stereo with connection and bluetooth
- Radio, CD player
- Fridge/freezer, cooker/oven and BBQ
- Plenty of parking
- Central heating
- Indoor shower and outdoor bath
Where you'll sleep
Tiny Greenie sleeps up to four people in two spaces at each end of the house.
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North Mezzanine
Queen Bed
Separate mezzanine above the kitchen - sleeps two in comfortable queen sized bed. Accessed via staircase.
Skylight above gives views of the night sky and surrounding windows overlook the bay. Has a privacy blind and an optional safety net for kids.
Linen and bedding provided.
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South Mezzanine
Queen Bed
Comfortable queen size bed, sleeps two in the second mezzanine space above the bathroom. Accessed via steps.
Skylight above gives views of the night sky and surrounding windows overlook the bay.
Linen and bedding provided.
Tiny Greenie
Tiny Greenie Pricing
| Season | Low Season | Mid Season | Peak Season |
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| Rate | $170 per night | $210 per night | $290 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 | $195 per night | $235 per night | $315 per night |
| 3 nights | $187 per night | $227 per night | $307 per night |
| 4 nights | $183 per night | $223 per night | $303 per night |
| 5 nights | $180 per night | $220 per night | $300 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.
Tiny Greenie sleeps a maximum of four people (two queen beds). 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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Tom
Zuidoostbeemster, Netherlands
Cheers Tom, great that you got into the park and did some hiking :)
Christie
Kiama Downs, Australia
Thank you Christie - may the rest of your 2025 be equally relaxing!
David
Lillian, AL
Fantastic David! We're thrilled you guys enjoyed the Tiny Greenie and our wonderful local nature highlights. Happy travels !
Cyril
That's wonderful Cyril, it's so good to know what we are doing is sparking people's own ideas and actions. Have shared your words on our social pages, many thanks!
Alex
Brisbane, Australia
Awesome - cheers for your review Alex !
Isabel
Mutlangen, Germany
Thank you for your review Isabel, we're pleased you had a new experience and tried out the off-grid eco holiday stay!
Cynthia
Marlborough, New Zealand
Thanks Cynthia, a starlit bath is certainly magic :)
Ash
England, United Kingdom
Be great to have you back! Cheers Aislinn
Behrang
Perth, Australia
Wow!! Great review, thanks so much for staying with us Behrang
Ruby
Nelson, New Zealand
Briana
Nelson, New Zealand
Tessie
Portland, OR
Charley
New Zealand
Jenna
Melbourne, Australia
Felix
James
thanks James - it was our pleasure - pleased your parents enjoy their stay.
Courtney
Nelson, New Zealand
Saffron
Rangiora, New Zealand
Finlay
Clemmie
London, United Kingdom
Ashlee
Nelson, New Zealand
Ryan
Waimea, HI
Shyronn
Sydney, Australia
Delighted you returned and enjoyed your stay. The skin cleaner we supply is designed for hands and body and hair, and is eco friendly, NZ made etc, and also what we use personally. Due to the Greenies being off grid, a microwave in each unit would put to much load on our solar power system so that’s why we don’t supply them. Thanks for your other feedback also, we’ll follow up on some of those points and make sure our houses are the best they can be.
Jarrod
Ka rawe
Danica
My second return and it was spectacular! Absolutely love this stay! Thank you!
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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Swim 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.
Technology
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Off-grid electricity supply
Power comes from solar panels and battery bank.
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High tech solar hot water
Serious heat retention and monitoring.
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Highly insulated window system
Double-glazed and beautiful to behold.
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Innovative composting toilet system
No smells and makes good earth for the garden.
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!
