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Kiwi Bach Escape - Close To Beach

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Inside Dining
Looking Right At Cooks Beach
Front Deck
Inside Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 472 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Cooks Beach, Waikato
  • Cooks Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cathedral Cove
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Kiwi Bach Escape - Close To Beach

Our much loved humble Kiwi Bach is a great escape from the busy lives we lead. Set back from the road it is quiet with the exception of the native birdsong in the backyard trees. Without all the city light pollution the night stars are amazing & from the font deck & bedroom you can listen to the sound of the waves from stunning Cooks Beach which is just a short 4 minute walk away.

At the back of the property there is a tidal stream & the back gate gives you access to a pathed walk around the residential lake area. Please be aware that both the stream & the lake are not fenced.
If you prefer a more adventurous local walk our favourites include the walks to Lonely Bay & Shakespeare Cliff Lookout.

Our Bach is also just minutes walk to local restaurants & convenience stores & within a 15 mins drive you can be at either Hot Water or Hahei Beaches & access to the famous Cathedral Cove Walkway.

Alternatively for a spot of retail therapy or a trip to the movies the Ferry across to Whitianga is only a few minutes drive from Cooks Beach.
Also within a short drive are local Tennis Courts, the Purangi Golf Course, the Mercury Bay Winery & the popular Eggsentric & Colenso Cafes.

As the Bach relies on the supply of precious rain water we ask that you please bring your own linen & towels. If you are coming from overseas & this is an issue please let me know.

If you are looking for a place to get away & enjoy nature & some screen free time then we believe our beloved Bach is the perfect choice.

Property manager

Tania
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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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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 3–17
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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 first aid kit

About the area

Cooks Beach

Located in Cooks Beach, this cottage is on a lake. Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds and Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Purangi Regional Reserve and Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Cooks Beach, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Cooks Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shakespeare Cliff Lookout - 10 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Hahei Beach - 18 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 26 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 35 min drive - 38.4 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The French Fig - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Beach Takeaway - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪The Church Accommodation - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kiwi Bach Escape - Close To Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kiwi Bach Escape - Close To Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kiwi Bach Escape - Close To Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kiwi Bach Escape - Close To Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Cooks Beach and Purangi Regional Reserve. Captain Cook's Memorial and Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kasia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Our host Tania was very helpful with information supplied.The accommodation was very homely and just what we needed for a family of four. Nicely hidden away. With a short 5min walk to the beach from the bach
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
last minute getaway
Booked this late minute to get out of town for the long weekend. Comfy bach, close to the beach and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bronny P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach Bach
Handy to beach and The Vessel Eatery. Fantastic food
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

sally b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property full of character
This was a great place to stay and Tania was accommodating to us as overseas visitors with extra explanation of how things work etc. Very close to beach and amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quintessential Kiwi Bach
Awesome wee place. Tania was excellent to deal with. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

warren w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cooks beach getaway
Classic Kiwi Bach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to stay not far from beach and boat tours from Whitianga
Liked the property great kiwi bach. Fantastic no TV so socialised and played games.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time out
It was wonderful. A quiet out of the way setting close to the beach
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Kiwi bach
This was a really lovely old school bach, very private down a longish driveway off the road. Short walk to the beach or shops, two nice bedrooms, great deck, good parking. Couldn't have asked for more.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cooks beach bach
Exactly what was advertised. Excellent little bach, keen to book again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadiene K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
Great little Bach, everything you need. Fantastic location, we ate in both restaurants on different occasions and the food was beautiful! I wouldn’t have been able to easily wash my thick curly hair well with the water pressure in the shower but who gets all fancy when down by the beach?! Was a great easy stay for what we wanted, would recommend 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bach, fantastic host
Our 2 night stay was reduced to one night due to the impending cyclone, however we still managed to have a lovely time in Cook's beach. We appreciated the great contact with host Tania, and her very kind offer of a late check out. Tania also gave us the option to change our dates due to the crazy weather, which she was not obliged to do, but we really appreciated the offer. The bach is cute and cosy and has everything you need for a great holiday. Really looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Gancho S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Location hard to beat, but house needs a bit of maintenance
Great place, and we had a wonderful time, but the house needs some love (e.g. bed in one of the bedrooms is broken). The internet connection is also well below the expected standard for this price.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise A., Jamberoo a beautiful valley near Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simple batch in quiet location close to beach
Relaxed simple batch with everything you need in the kitchen and comfortable beds. Very quiet location. Tania is a pleasure to deal with. The property is on tank water. I suspect the whole of Cooks Beach is. The water is clear and lovely to drink but water pressure means you have a dribble of a shower and difficulties getting the temperature right. Easily fixed with an upgrade to the pump system. We would choose this batch again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Keegan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very tired/untidy but great location
My family and I stayed for three nights and while we loved the location and setting we weren’t blown away by the property. There was dust and crumbs on the kitchen floor, food past it’s use by date in the fridge, half eaten packets of chips and crackers in the drawers and the bbqs were quite old and dirty. The place was generally quite run down with little maintenance being done on it by the looks. The shower was temperamental and we often ended up with a cold shower. There was no wifi even though it is listed as having wifi. I wouldn’t recommend this place when there are many other beautiful spots around cooks beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas stay
Nice property, good to be away from city and in a lovely location with all the facilities you could need for a good stay. Easy 3 minute walk to Cook’s beach and in good location for a short drive to other touristy beaches. A great place to spend Christmas Day!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dario K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this spot
We had such a great stay here. A cute bach so close to beach and shops. Felt very peaceful and private and was very comfortable and clean. Loved hearing all the backyard bird song. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tania

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I am a beach & nature lover & enjoy walking, spending time with family & friends & travelling to interesting places where people "do" life differently.
In my youth I spent a lot of holidays camping & exploring the beaches of the Coromandel Coast. I feel very blessed to own a small piece of this stunning part of the country.
Cooks Beach is one of my favourite spots on earth & is my home away from home.
Whenever I first drive into the village it feels like any stress I may have melts away as I return to the sights & sounds of nature & a simpler way of life.

Why they chose this property

There is so much to love about our wee Bach which has been part of our family for the last 18 years.
The location is fabulous - close to the beach but away from the road.
The backyard is big & we love the established grove of trees out there.
This property has gifted us many fun family times & has always provided a welcome break from the busyness of Auckland life.
With our own 3 children now adults with their own busy lives it felt like the right time to allow others to enjoy this precious piece of Coromandel paradise.

What makes this property unique

I so love the closeness of our Bach to the beach & icecreams!
Being tucked down a long driveway with lots of trees at the back of the property I always feel very peaceful & relaxed here.

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