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Best spot at NZ's favourite beach

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It doesn't get better than this
View from lounge
Deck view
Covered outdoor living
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Ohope, Ohope
  • Ohope Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Maraetotara Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Whakatane Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Whakatane (WHK)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 / Study

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main

Toilet · Shower only

Master bedroom ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Best spot at NZ's favourite beach

Sheltered by beautiful pohutukawas behind the house. Large decks, paved area and lawn. Large open plan lounge/dining with window seats and huge covered outdoor living area with plenty of outdoor furniture, sun lounger, BBQ, beer fridge and spa pool

Spacious bathroom and bedrooms. 3rd toilet, Sky TV and WiFi Carpeted double garage with plenty of outside parking Ohope is 8km of gently sloping safe sandy beach with the surf club (patrolled in summer) and reserve directly opposite the house
Just across from the driveway are a dairy, cafe's, restaurant, art gallery and shops. Short walk to a pizza/ bakery and service station. Whakatane is 5km away with all services and shops
Pohutukawa forest walk - left at bottom of drive and starts at base of Ohope hill. Go at night to hear kiwis and see the glowworms. Loop track 1hr easy Beach and bush walk to lovely secluded Otarawairere Bay at West End. Coastal walk from Ohope to Whakatane
Ohiwa harbour just a few minutes away – sheltered fishing, kayaking and all water sports. Tennis courts and Ohope golf course just minutes away
White Island cruise if you want to walk up to an active volcano or Whale Island bird sanctuary trip.
Local berry farms have great berries and the yummiest berry icecreams you could wish for. Petting zoo for kids

Rotorua, Tauranga and Mt Maunganui all approx 1 hour away

And of course enjoy our beach
Special conditions:
Smoking outside only
Sorry no pets
Families preferred
Spa pool use guests responsibility

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

Property manager

GerryJ

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Young children must be supervised
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only please
Use of the spa is travellers responsibility. Children must be supervised by an adult when using spa. Spa cover must be locked when spa is not in use
No parties, no drugs. No more people staying than nominated in accomodation request.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ohope

Located in Ohope, this holiday home is near the beach. Whakatane War Memorial Hall and Mataatua: The House That Came Home are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Whakatane River Walk. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ohope, Ohope

What's nearby

  • Ohope Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Maraetotara Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Mataatua: The House That Came Home - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Ohiwa Harbour - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Whakatane Hospital - 7 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Whakatane (WHK) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turkish Kebab House - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Robert Harris Cafe Whakatane - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Quay Cafe/Licensed Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Quart House Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Best spot at NZ's favourite beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Best spot at NZ's favourite beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Best spot at NZ's favourite beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Best spot at NZ's favourite beach located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ohope Beach and Maraetotara Reserve. Otarawairere Bay is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim V., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay
The property is located on a rise so it is private, quiet and has a commanding view over the beach. It is close to Whakatane and across the road from a lovely stretch of beach and some nice shops. The owners are very accommodating and so make staying at their property a very pleasant experience. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim V., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in excellent location
My family and I really enjoyed our 10 day stay at this lovely property. The property is located at the Whakatane end of hope, which is the best end. It is elevated so it enjoys great views of the beach, privacy, quiet and sun. If you want to rent a 4 bedroom house at Ohope, this is the property to rent.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house with beautiful view
We had such a wonderful stay at Gerry’s house in Ohope. The house has such magnificent views of the beach, the sunrises and sunsets were fabulous and the spa was such a nice addition to enjoy outside. The house had everything we needed and was spacious and beds were very comfortable. The house felt very safe for our little children which meant we could relax and enjoy our stay. Gerry was helpful and friendly to communicate with on the phone when I had questions, overall it was a very enjoyable stay. We would love to come back another time soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin & Sheryle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2022 Get Together
Excellent layout, beautiful property with a fantastic view. Relaxing stay with all amenities provided. Recommended to all. Kevin & Sheryle
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Beach Holiday Location
Fantastic location, literally across the road to the beach and surf lifesaving flags. Good kitchen and outdoor dining. Comfy beds. We’ll be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liam O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
A lovely place to stay, with everything we needed.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Toni E., Auckland New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ohope Views
Thank you to the owners who provided a lovely family orientated environment. Homely and warm with views of wow! Would recommend and also would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B., Feilding, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family holiday!
Gerry the owner was very helpful and communicated everything well. The house was spacious for our big family and had everything we needed - including space for the boat and a hose! Spectacular views and great location. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Really enjoyed our time at this place. Thanks Chantal and Craig
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robb W., Chapel Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 month stay
The views are amazing. Gerry was very responsive, and gracious. Very nice neighbors as well. Highly recommend this for your short or long getaway.
Stayed 74 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
Very well suited to a group of our size. The location was amazing and the view was breathtaking.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Tanja K.

The location cannot be better, the beach is just across the street
The location cannot be better, the beach is just across the street. The view is superb.
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10/10 Excellent

jeremy n.

Great spot
Great spot. Really appreciated the spaciousness and the views. Gerry is a great communicator. I recommend this place
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10/10 Excellent

Gaylene Y.

Great location an view
Great location an view. Easy walking access to beach and shops. We loved our stay, especially the spa pool. Would go again.
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10/10 Excellent

Paddy M.

Lovely family house to stay in
Lovely family house to stay in. Perfect location overlooking the beach. Loved the spa on the front deck
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay D.

Amaaaaaaazing ocean views and a house stocked with everything you could ever need.
Amaaaaaaazing ocean views and a house stocked with everything you could ever need. Beach just across the road and cafe's with great coffee. We had breakfast on the beach, fish and chips in the evening and then a wine in the spa pool overlooking White Island. We will be back for sure. Recommended to all.
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10/10 Excellent

Cara O.

This was a fantastic place for our family to stay
This was a fantastic place for our family to stay. Everything that we needed was there and we felt very comfortable being in someone else's home, also due to the owners making us feel that way too. The location is great too, nice steep driveway to use as daily exercise :). Which leads up to a fabulous private setting with an absolutely magic view of Ohope. Highly recommend. Thanks Gerry for the opportunity.

About the host

Hosted by GerryJ

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What makes this property unique

180 deg beach sea and island views from West End to East Cape

Languages:

English