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Classic Kiwi bach, sea views and only 45 mins from Auckland

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Food and drink
Beach
Fishing on the Opahi / Mita Bay Point
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Mahurangi West, Auckland
  • Mahurangi Regional Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Wenderholm Regional Park
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Orewa Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Classic Kiwi bach, sea views and only 45 mins from Auckland

Overlooking stunning Opahi Bay in Mahurangi West, this cute bach is set in beautiful bush setting and just a few minutes walk from the beach and boat ramp – ideal for a family or group weekend away. Opahi Bay is a calm and child friendly beach with fantastic rocks to explore and a lovely swimming beach when the tide is in. Everyone falls in love with the native birdlife surrounding this bach.

The bach is a two level house, with queen bedroom and en-suite on the upper level and two more bedrooms and family bathroom on the lower level (note: the queen room accesses the bathroom via the bedroom with 1 double and 2 single beds, so best for families), all with comfortable beds and quality linen.

The bach itself is well equipped with everything you need, including a BBQ, outdoor furniture and a heat pump for cosy winter getaways, has relaxed furnishings and WiFi.

The Mahurangi West area has so much to offer with beautiful nearby walks and beach exploring at Te Muri Beach, Sullivans Bay and Mita Bay and only 15 minutes drive to the Puhoi General Store and historic Puhoi Pub. Matakana is around 30 minutes drive, offering wineries, farmers markets and shopping.

Property manager

Rachel McAuley

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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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
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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 please

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Mahurangi West

Located in Mahurangi West, this holiday home is near the beach. Bohemian Museum and Warkworth and District Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Matakana Village and Matakana Weekend Market. SheepWorld and Auckland Adventure Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Mahurangi West, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Mahurangi Regional Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Wenderholm Regional Park - 19 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Matakana Village - 25 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Orewa Beach - 26 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Martins Bay - 30 min drive - 32.9 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Honey Centre & Honey Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Drifter Coffee Nz - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Puhoi Valley Cheese - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Shoreward - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Kiwi bach, sea views and only 45 mins from Auckland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic Kiwi bach, sea views and only 45 mins from Auckland?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Kiwi bach, sea views and only 45 mins from Auckland?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Classic Kiwi bach, sea views and only 45 mins from Auckland located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is steps away from Scotts Landing, Jamieson Bay and Mahurangi Regional Park. Te Hana Te Ao Marama is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A relaxing get away.
A perfect holiday house for a family of 5 with 3 older children, we enjoyed the 2 living areas. Thank you Rachel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay by the sea
Homely feel with everything we needed & more! Hadn't ever stayed in the area so it was a great base to visit Sullivan's & Te Muri without worrying about the traffic back to Auckland in the evening. Also great to wake up to birds in the bush & Californian quail on the lawn. Could've done without the mossies but that's NZ bush for you...
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay
Great stay. Loved the bach. Perfect for our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a view!!!
My sister and I stayed for 4 amazing days. Groceries store is 15 mins away. Wenderholm park is a must see. We loved the property's location. Its tucked away in a gorgeous little private place with a view on a beach down the road. I would love to return there one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool, comfy and clean
Nice place, clean and well appointed. Great place for a relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Lovely bach with great views from the deck. Has everything you need for a nice getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy & comfortable
Great little bach, short drive from Auckland. Lovely views, nicely furnished and well-equipped. Perfect for our girls weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Glen
Very peaceful with bird song and a lovely view very comfortable thanks
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach tranquility
A beautiful place to relax and enjoy the local paradise. The Bach was perfect and enjoyed by the whole family. Thank you so much for allowing us to use your space 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magriet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Really enjoyed it. Amazing view, well equiped. Definitely recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

felicity k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Thankyou for sharing your home with us Rachel. Homely bach, has everything you need, lovely garden, beautiful views. Short walk to the beach. A lovely area to explore. We parked at the top to avoid reversing down the steep driveway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely classic Bach
A lovely classic bach, with beautiful sea views. The place was clean and tidy and excellent communication. Would stay here again. Just to note the property is down a long driveway and there is very steep stairs between the two levels.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
What an amazing find just 30minutes from home on the North Shore of Auckland but felt like we were miles away and to quote my 12 year old - “so quiet”. We enjoyed the views, birdsong and night sky. Even the crazy wind couldn’t dampen the experience of sitting and looking at the view. A wonderful little spot to celebrate 3 family birthdays and enjoy each others company away from the busyness of life
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful paradise
We loved our stay at Rachel's bach in Mahurangi West! The house was super clean, comfy beds, and perfect layout for our group; the teenagers were able to have their own space downstairs while my partner and I had the upstairs. Even our 8 year had his own space. Very handy having a tv on each floor too! The view is beautiful and even though neighbours are close by, it does feel very peaceful and private thanks to all the bush that surrounds the area. The driveway is very steep and definitely worth backing down if you can to enable an easier exit later as there is no space to turn around. All in all this property is a hidden gem and I can definitely recommend it to all!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer Gail C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
It was a lovely weekend. Well equipped. Wonderful view. Only thing for us was that the living area was a bit small.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Lovely spot and cozy Bach, just perfect for our time away with the kids. Lots of coastline to explore just down the hill. We had a great time thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

jane w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity Now
Perfect Mid winter recharge in tucked away Bach that sticks to best basics. Super view, cook’s kitchen, binoculars. Only flurry, birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
We stayed for 2night at this beautiful bach and enjoyed the sea views from the sunny lounge. Everything we wanted was there and the house was very tidy. It was a short walk to the beach. Rachel was quick with communicating and sorted an issue we had very promptly. We'd love to stay again if we get a chance. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andre J., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful batch - Opahi Bay in Mahurangi West
Definitely a well looked after batch with all the amenities you need. Overlooking Opahi bay it was an absolute treat staying here. Close to local attractions and set in a very peaceful environment. Family enjoyed it tremendously and less than a hour’s drive from Auckland. Highly recommended for a quick break-away weekend stay or longer if you have the time. :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Perfect cozy place for our girls weekend away. Super close to matakana and the local beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
A gorgeous spot amongst the trees watching Kereru. Very handy to Matakana and further north.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mohamad C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stay at mahurangi
Great and lovely place some lights were flickering and the internet was down for one day but overall very good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place for a breakaway
Lovely clean and well-resourced house located in a very quiet area. Perfect spot for re-charging yourself away from Auckland without having to drive for hours. Will definitely be returning again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hilton J., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Winter stay in Opahi
We loved our time staying at this beautiful batch. Location and home are both splendid. We hope to come back in the near future. Thanks to Rachel and family for their kindness and hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views
We had a relaxing visit - great views out to the bay & we loved the bush setting and birdlife. Everything you need is at the bach - just bring a fishing rod! Sullivan's Bay, a few minutes drive away, is also beautiful with some good walks and amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rachel McAuley

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