Escape to your own Hidden Valley and Secluded Beach on the Beautiful West Coast!
Get back to simple off-the-grid living and detox from your hectic lifestyle of work & family commitments. Relax on the deck with a book and listen to the ocean or watch the wild goats graze on the other side of the valley. This cosy bach has everything you need to make your stay a holiday to remember! With your power from a diesel generator this unique off-the-grid experience still brings you the luxury of hot water and cooking with gas. You can enjoy a cool beer while using the BBQ on the deck overlooking the ocean. The bach has 2 bedrooms with Queen size beds and a single mattress each and there is a fold down couch in the living area. A large dining table seats 8 people or maybe you will prefer to use the breakfast bar. A log fire will keep you warm and cosy on those colder nights. The bach comfortably sleeps 8 but please enquire if you have a larger family. The base rate is for up to 6 people then it's $25 per person, per night for extras.
Property manager
Paula Holmes
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Te Akau
Located in Te Akau, this cabin is in a rural area and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Nikau Cave and Waingaro Hot Springs can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Raglan Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Te Akau, Waikato
What's nearby
Waingaro Hot Springs - 39 min drive - 24.2 km
Ngarunui Beach - 65 min drive - 57.5 km
Manu Bay Nature Reserve - 67 min drive - 60.3 km
Whale Bay - 83 min drive - 61.0 km
SkyCity Hamilton - 92 min drive - 82.8 km
Getting around
Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 83 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Escape to your own Hidden Valley and Secluded Beach on the Beautiful West Coast! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Escape to your own Hidden Valley and Secluded Beach on the Beautiful West Coast!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Escape to your own Hidden Valley and Secluded Beach on the Beautiful West Coast!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Escape to your own Hidden Valley and Secluded Beach on the Beautiful West Coast! located?
This Te Akau cabin is on the beach, 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Nikau Cave, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Waingaro Hot Springs and Bush Tramway Club. Sunset Beach and Waikato River are also within 32 miles (52 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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The location was absolutely stunning. Was beautiful watching the sunset and the family thoroughly enjoyed a spot of fishing.Overall our experience was nothing short of amazing. We cannot recommend Paula and their property highly enough. We will definitely be going back. of fishing
We loved staying here, very relaxing. Had everything you need. Kids had a blast on the secluded beach searching for crabs and hubby fishing. A 4wd vehicle would be best to get there, rather than a car.
The bach had beautiful smart décor & situated in such a remote spot. Short walk down to stunning coastline. We loved everything about this listing and will be back.
Absolutely amazing place right here, beautiful scenery and plenty of exploring and adventures eating to be discovered, we loved our stay here and will be coming back for more! Paula is very nice to deal with and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Great place, great people, great experience!
We had a wonderful weekend at this bach with my elderly parents and teenage children. Thank you Paula for all the prompt communication and for the atention to detail with this property.
Definitely a Must visit! Second time we stayed but this time with friends. A scene of breathtaking beauty. Peaceful and calm environment. Just great for relaxing. Paula is such an amazing host. She will definitely go the extra mile to make your stay enjoyable. Will certainly return.
Thank you for making our stay one to remember."
Two bedroom, sleeps 8. Good facilities, just up the track from beach. Plan carefully as its a long drive to shops. Not a safe swimming beach. Come prepared, fishing, reading, puzzles. No tv, no wifi. Off thd grid is great for a few days.
Paula went above and beyond when customs delayed us by hours Paula was still very kind and patient with our delay. We didn’t arrange to the property till 9 pm where she met us at the front of the property happy and super nice. The Bach didn’t disappoint when we saw the beautiful area in the sun rise along with the black sand beach. 20/10 me and my family absolutely loved the time we were allowed to stay and want to thank Paula and her family for the amazing time!
Paula's place is incredible. Just a heads up - it's very far off the beaten track, and it takes a while to get to from the main road (roughly 20-25 mins from there). Some of the hills are a little steep in places, so make sure you've got good traction. However, once you get there, it's incredible. The views are stunning, there's essentially a private black sand beach at the bottom and the bach is cozy and charming. It had everything we needed: comfy beds, hot shower with amazing pressure, decent stove and oven, and plenty of sofas for chilling out on. Honestly, I can't recommend this place enough.
We had the best time staying at this property. It is the most amazing location and we so enjoyed being off grid. The fishing is excellent and it was nice to spot the wildlife (deer and goats). We will definitely be back.
The photos don't do the place justice! Beautiful land, lovely beach. Great spot to disconnect from phones and computers. Thanks for having us Paula. It was magical!
All amenities available, stunning views. Host shows you around the place on arrival and gives you tips on how things work. No cellphone reception unless you go to the beach....which we loved. Can get a wee bit noisy on windy nights, but the night stars make up for it.
Really enjoyed our stay at this awesome off the grid bach!!! Been off the grid has never been so easy...Amazing views out in the country. Highly recommend
Absolutely amazing wee hidden gem. The drive in is definitely a bit of a mission (our car wasn’t the best choice along the bumpy gravel) but once you’re there it is incredible. Peaceful, no internet, no one for miles. Can’t wait to come back!
Wonderful location.
If you want to get away from all civilisation, this is where you want to be.
Hannah B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
About the host
Hosted by Paula Holmes
We are a farming family with 2 young children and when we aren't working we love to get to the bach and beach and enjoy the tranquil setting and also try a spot of fishing.
Why they chose this property
It is as peaceful as you want it to be. A true way to escape from your phone & commitments for a while and forget about stress. Enjoy the seaview from the deck or watch the resident wildlife in the valley. A great beach for a long walk or a spot of fishing. Rock pools for the kids to play in and crabs to hunt for.
What makes this property unique
Peaceful Simple living No neighbours Secluded Beach No wifi No Netflix Phone Signal at the beach only