10/10 Excellent
Ella B.
6 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Ella B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Quiet and tranquil, overlooking the sea
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Kaipara Harbour, Tinopai
- Waipu Cove Beach75 min drive
- Matakana Village91 min drive
- Omaha Beach116 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Caravan
1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed
Lounge
1 Double Futon and 1 Child Bed
Main bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Single bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Quiet and tranquil, overlooking the sea
Tinopai is a quiet settlement in the Northern Kaipara Harbour. Tinopai means Very Good, and so it is! Good swimming, the water's so clean, being close to the Heads. The Matakohe Museum is a must, top class! The locals are really nice, we hope you get to know them. If you have a boat, great fishing 1 km up the estuary (exact spot is classified information). There's a wharf from which to fish if you are a landlubber. If you're fit, Mt Tokatoka is worth a climb, to view the Kaipara all the way to Dargaville. If you're a stargazer, the night sky is an astronomer's dream.
There is an Alpaca farm to visit at 308A Arapaoa Road, $30 per vehicle. A delightful experience!
The bach itself is set on half an acre, with a small bush walk at the bottom. Sleeps six comfortably. There is a wee caravan (which the kids fight over) on site.
Special conditions:
A limit of 6
Families preferred
Smoking allowed outside only
Deck not fenced so watch small children
Pets allowed with prior approval
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels and sheets)
There is an Alpaca farm to visit at 308A Arapaoa Road, $30 per vehicle. A delightful experience!
The bach itself is set on half an acre, with a small bush walk at the bottom. Sleeps six comfortably. There is a wee caravan (which the kids fight over) on site.
Special conditions:
A limit of 6
Families preferred
Smoking allowed outside only
Deck not fenced so watch small children
Pets allowed with prior approval
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels and sheets)
Property manager
JulieCh7
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Tinopai
Located in Tinopai, this holiday home is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Kauri Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore The Landing and Atiu Creek Regional Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Kaipara Harbour, Tinopai
What's nearby
- Waipu Cove Beach - 75 min drive - 73.2 km
- Mangawhai Heads Beach - 91 min drive - 74.0 km
- Matakana Village - 91 min drive - 103.5 km
- Goat Island - 98 min drive - 109.0 km
- Omaha Beach - 116 min drive - 111.8 km
Getting around
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rochelle B.
30 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Rochelle B.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
morris w.
11 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome property
morris w.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margaret H.
6 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views of a lifetime
Margaret H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Annika R.
1 February 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely property
Annika R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emilie J.
22 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need !
Emilie J.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine G.
1 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility in Tinopai
Jasmine G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandra M.
13 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Sandra M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
camila r.
26 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
camila r.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard R.
30 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Tinopai
Richard R.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicola F.
13 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Quiet time
Nicola F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ben M.
20 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Ben M.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian P.
1 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and easy
Brian P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jo B.
8 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay
Jo B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy T.
25 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Gardens at Tinopai.
Jeremy T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen O.
7 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot. Lovely warm home.
Karen O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn L A S.
30 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
Dawn L A S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christian F.
9 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
Christian F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maree A.
22 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
History Getaway
Maree A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ben M.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hideaway
Ben M.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
sue M.
25 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
sue M.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maziar J.
18 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place for a good rest
Maziar J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vicki W.
13 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place so calming.
Vicki W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ryan B., Dargaville, New Zealand
2 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Ryan B.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amber B.
21 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Amber B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by JulieCh7
We are a retired couple. Over 20 years ago we built our bach. The land was covered with young gum trees about 6 ft high. We never knew if we would see the water or not after they were felled, but we did! We have a lovely view. It was a long process of building, just on weekends, we'd bring the materials up on a trailer and work doggedly, staying in the little caravan you see out the back. We so much enjoy sharing the fruit of our labours.
Why they chose this property
Pat always wanted to build a bach. We tried to find section on the east coast but the cost was astronomical. We could afford this land, and we are glad we chose the west coast.
What makes this property unique
Tinopai means Very Good, which is true to form!
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