Karu ō te Kiwi is a private eco-luxe stay at 1725 Collingwood-Puponga Main Road in Pākawau, near Puponga at the top of the South Island. It is called a gift shop, but the business's own website describes a three-bedroom retreat, set in 20 acres of native bush with a sea-facing deck and views towards Farewell Spit. The buildings use handcrafted wooden furniture, plush textiles and natural materials, and there are fireplaces ready on arrival and a welcome basket with local goods.
The property is 18 km, about 20 minutes, from Collingwood, and about 138 km from Nelson Airport. Golden Bay Air flies direct from Wellington, and Takaka airport is 45 minutes away by road, with rental vehicles available. Children and pets are welcome, and the wifi is listed as good. Guests quoted on the site describe the quiet, the natural feel of the space and the friendly hosts, and one says they would come back. Reservations take a 50% deposit at booking, with the balance due 7 days before arrival.