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Absolute beachfront bach

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View from beach
Kitchen
Bedroom 2 can be converted to a King
Lounge, dining, kitchen
Master bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Bay of Islands, Purerua
  • Bay of Islands
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Rainbow Falls
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Paihia Wharf
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Absolute beachfront bach

"Poukoura" The golden rays of a new day casts its brightness on the pillar of our dwelling. This is what this property is all about. A bach situated on a private beach shared by the owners Ash, Michelle and their three sons. Access to two other private beaches can be made easily by foot. The house is situated on the historic site of the Purerua Mullet Canning Factory owned by W Mountain in the early 1900's. It is a short drive to Marsden Cross where the first church service was held in New Zealand. The township of Kerikeri is 25 minutes away where there is a wide range of restaurants, wineries, cafes and all the usual amenities you may require. Russell and Paihia by boat is only 15 minutes away. If you don't have a boat fishing off our floating pontoon or the rocks is always a lot of fun and you can be guaranteed to catch a fish whether it is small or large. A lot of fun can be had water skiing, wakeboarding and speeding around on the biscuit at all tides.
Special conditions:
No more than five people. No animals allowed. No tents, caravans or campervans allowed. Please be aware we are on tank water and water is very precious. Property to be left in the same condition as when you arrived otherwise additional costs will be incurred.

Extras: Linen (Required, NZ$0.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

Purerua

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Te Tii

Located in Te Tii, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a private beach. Marsden Cross and Rewa’s Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Parrot Place and Makana Confections. The Kauri Workshop and Action World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Map
Bay of Islands, Purerua

What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stone Store - 29 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 29 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 44 min drive - 46.3 km
  • Paihia Beach - 44 min drive - 46.4 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute beachfront bach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Absolute beachfront bach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute beachfront bach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Absolute beachfront bach located?

This Te Tii holiday home is on the beach, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bay of Islands, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tapuaetahi Beach and Marsden Cross. Wharepuke Falls and Rainbow Falls are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic
A wonderful stay at this idyllic location , thanks so much
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janis G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely superb
The most amazing slice of paradise. Our grandson loved every minute - from swimming, riding his bike and to feeding the pig.Michelle & Ash couldn’t have been more helpful.Next time we will bring a 4 wheel drive!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beachfront Bliss
We rented the owners property for a week with our two children (4 & 5). We loved the house and the grounds were stunning. The accomodation was clean and well resourced with all the basics you need for cooking etc. We made use of the kayaks on site and the nearby boatramp. The kids loved it! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Don C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Feedback
It is an excellent spot and the hosts are great, however for those people who are scared of dogs there was no communication prior that there are dogs roaming the area. To improve this it would be better if this was stated on the property description
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Paradise
Amazing private spot. Great fishing and great hosts. The Bach was super clean and comfortable for us and our two teens. Loved walking up to feed Archie the Kunikuni Pig and see the horses.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
What a beautiful place great views
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ant M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ant
Had a great stay. Great hosts, very accommodating. Friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GETAWAY PARADISE
The perfect place to recharge batteries, unfortunately too cold in August to use the kayaks, but just sitting on the deck looking at that view was so peaceful. Michelle is delightful, and came over immediately we contacted her as we wanted to watch the news on TV, but couldn't get it to work. Don't know why we wanted to do that, we don't watch at home because of the negativity. There is 10km of metal road, quite rough so if you haven't driven on metal roads, bear it in mind. It was fine for us, but should be noted. Enjoy!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful oasis
We loved our stay in this beautiful piece of NZ paradise! The Bach is so comfortable and modern and has everything required and the views are out of this world! We absolutely loved fishing off the jetty and catching a few good snapper! Michelle was amazing to deal with and we couldn’t have been happier! If you need a break from the ‘noise of life’ then this is the perfect place to just be! Loved it thank you so much Michelle and fam 😀
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brendan V., Auckland, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
We had an amazing stay at Poukoura. The location and setup of the beach house suited us perfectly, being so private and within a few steps of a private beach. The house has everything you need, is well presented, there was a good supply of basics and Michelle was a dream to deal with. If we needed anything or wanted info she responded quickly and was very easy to deal with. The property has a boat ramp you can use which suited us well and the location is so peaceful, with easy access to islands for day trips and Kerikeri for supplies. We'll be back for sure!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location and lovely hosts
A wonderful get away with the family. Great location and stunning property. Friendly hosts and really enjoyed the peaceful aspect and the ease of getting out on the water. Will definitely be back. Thanks for letting us stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic
Fantastic property and location. Such a Warm welcome from Michelle and Rose! Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly I., Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular
A truly wonderful stay in a beautiful, tranquil location. This property exceeded our expectations, the views are stunning and the house had everything we needed and more, the kayaks were a real treat and little one never got tired of exploring. The host was so kind to pop over with kids pamol when all the pharmacys had shut in town, so helpful and generous. Would 1000% recommend anyone to stay, young or old, families, it has something for everyone. We would love to come back one day, thank you for a wonderful weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

donna-rae s., Poroti, Whangarei

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible getaway
We had the most amazing week here with water sports, kayaking, a trip to rainbow falls and long lunches at Urapukapuka Island with our three children (6-12years). A relaxing bach with stunning views. Thanks for sharing your incredible piece of the coast with our family Michelle (and the mooring for our boat), we really appreciated it! We would definitely recommend this bach to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic location & wonderful hosts
This bach is located right on the beachfront with the bay being accessible/swimmable at all tides. The bach is clean and tidy and contains everything you need for a break away at the beach, no need to pack too much! Very friendly and welcoming hosts who were available for anything we needed whilst we stayed. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil beauty
The property is in a beautiful, isolated and tranquil part of the Bay of Islands. The house is modern and warm and had everything we needed. The landscaping around the house is pretty extraordinary - the hosts have a deep care for the land. The place and location were perfect for us for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic spot
Fantastic property in an amazing spot, great hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig J., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Summer Short Break !
Michelle was great from the minute we made the booking. Quick to respond and be of assistance. Directions were clear and found the place easily. The bach has everything you need and the views are simply breathtaking ! Right on the water's edge. Boat launch on their property. We towed the kids on the tube and did some water skiing. Went fishing as well as visited Oke Bay via boat. Was a fantastic 4 nights. only 25 mins drive to Kerikeri. We will certainly be back in the future. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phil M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beachfront location
Stunning location for a family holiday. Peaceful and remote with amazing views. Friendly property manager who welcomed us and ensured we had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful
We had such a fantastic stay at this beautiful little bach right on the beach. The house had everything we needed and we spent the days swimming, kayaking and fishing. So peaceful with just the sounds of the birds and an occasional boat. Lovely large deck to lounge around and read books or play games. Looking forward to when we can visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

JM K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding location
Now this is what I call a bach. Ultimate beach front property with manicured gardens and tidy new 2 bedroom unit that is comfortably and tastefully furnished. Michelle and Ash were very accommodating and we had a relaxing time boating and paddling in the most beautiful part of NZ. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect place to escape to
The pictures do not do this bach justice, it is even better. Beautiful and peaceful , and private location, with the water a few steps away. Great communication with the owner. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great quiet stay
Nice relaxing quiet stay. Beautiful property and landscaping. Very clean Accomodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wayne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise!
Beautiful, private, sheltered and close to the islands. THANKS
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Mir Munir us S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and privacy
It was one of the best places we stayed. Even though it rained most of the time we stayed but just sitting inside and watching rain on the water was very relaxing. We are definitely planning to come back to this place during summer and try some kayaking and fishing. Just a small area of improvement, there were a lot of additional blankets available, but we felt some of them were not very clean. Some of the dishes were also a bit dirty. But these were very small things compared to the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

About the host

Hosted by Purerua

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What makes this property unique

Close to the most fantastic fishing and diving the Bay offers