Tapeka Del Mar provides the ultimate New
Zealand beach holiday living experience. Few locations provide
unobstructed views and direct access to a sandy beach. Relax on the large deck and watch the ever changing scenery
of passing boats, walk on the beach or swim out to the diving pontoon in
front - where the tide is always in. Unlike many locations, there is no
road between the house and the beach eliminating traffic noise and
making it safe for children. Walk to the top of Tapeka Point for even better views or take one
of the kayaks to explore the secluded bays. Play games on the lawn or
help the children am the creek or catch an eel - the options are endless.
On the Deck
Join the kids on the beach or sit back in a
comfortable Cape Cod chair and watch the constant parade of passing boats or spectacular sunsets
A covered verandah surrounds the house with access from the living
area and all bedrooms. The BBQ can be moved
to any part of the verandah or deck. The deck area is popular for dining and
entertaining with lots of space and easy access to the kitchen. Outdoor
speakers provide background music.
Taking it Easy
Relax on the deck, grounds,
beach or pontoon. Use the deck lounger or one of the 5 beach loungers.
Sit back and enjoy the ever changing parade of passing tour boats,
pleasure craft, super yachts and even cruise liners
Keeping the Kids Happy
Next to the section is a fresh water creek leading to the beach. This is
popular play area with children of all ages who
love to spend hours building
dams and sand castles. It is even stocked with a few eels. At low tide explore
the rock
pools or collect shells
At the Beach in Front of the House
Sunbathe on the sandy beach,
go for a swim or take a dive from the pontoon. The tide is always in at
Tapeka
Getting Active
Take
one of the three Kayaks or the dinghy
out or walk up the track behind the house to the top of Tapeka Point
where stunning 360 degree views await.
Play volleyball or cricket in the reserve next door. The all tide swimming beach is
sheltered from prevailing winds and swells. There are no rips or undertow. From the
beach you can walk to Tapeka Point or around the rocks at low tide to two secluded
beaches.
New Zealand green lipped Mussels can be harvested at low tide from the rocks around
Tapeka Point which is
popular with surf casting fishermen
Grounds
Private mature
grounds secluded from the access road. Lots of space to play ball games
and no road to cross
to reach the
beach. The large section is popular with children with ample space for outdoor games
within site of
the lounge and
deck.. Steps lead from the lawn onto a secluded part of Tapeka beach. There is room to park the
turn the boat trailer. The all tide
boat ramp is just across the beach and the closest launching point to reach the
many islands in the bay, a favourite fishing spot or to dive on the war ship
Canterbury at Deep Water Cove
Fishing
If you are
into fishing there are many options. Take a private charter or schedules
fishing
trip with an
experienced skipper from Russell wharf but closer to home 20lb plus
snapper
have been
caught directly in front of the house. Tapeka Point is also a renowned
surf casting
location or
take the dinghy out off the beach
After Dark
Enjoy romantic sunsets
with an evening drink or meal on the deck. No traffic noise - just the
gentle lapping of the waves
The house is
surrounded by a special tube light softly illuminating the deck and
verandah but permitting you to view the
