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Fantastic Family Holiday Home with Breathtaking Views over Hot Water Beach

Family-friendly holiday home in Hot Water Beach

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Taumata: our North-facing holiday home with great views over Hot Water Beach
Open plan living and dining area with views out over the beach and sea
Hot Water Beach has been voted one of the world's top 10 beaches
Hot Water Beach's famous 'dig your own hot pools'.  Location of Taumata shown.
View of Hot Water Beach taken from property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 694 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hot Water Beach
  • Place, Hot Water Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral Cove
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Hahei Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Loft Bedroom

1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Fantastic Family Holiday Home with Breathtaking Views over Hot Water Beach

Welcome to ‘Taumata’, a three bedroom holiday home with beautiful views over Hot Water Beach on the East Coast of New Zealand’s stunning Coromandel Peninsula. You are only moments from the beach, which is only 50 metres walk away.
Hot Water Beach has been named as one of the top ten beaches in the world, and makes a perfect holiday spot. It is located on the east coast of the Coromandel Peninsula, between Tairua and Hahei Beach, around 2 hours drive from Auckland or Hamilton.
Hot Water Beach is unique as hot springs flow to the surface of the beach at low tide, meaning you can relax in your own thermal hot pool which you literally dig out of the sand. We provide a free set of shovels and spades to dig your pool.
Hot Water Beach is great for fishing, surfing, beach and bush walks, kayaking, kitesurfing and windsurfing. Plus the lagoons at either end of the beach are ideal for kids to swim and fish in.
Nearby are Hahei Beach and the picture-perfect Cathedral Cove. These beaches are only a 10-15 minute drive away, with Cooks Beach, Flaxmill Bay and Ferry Landing only 15-20 minutes away (where you can enjoy a short ferry ride across to Whitianga and Mercury Bay).
Our holiday home is on two levels. The main living area includes an open plan kitchen, dining and living room with exceptional views across the beach, out to sea, and also across the valley. There's great indoor-outdoor flow with sliding doors opening out onto our sunny North-facing timber deck - a great place to relax and simply enjoy the views. We have a large deck on the Eastern side with a large picnic table and gas fired BBQ - this is a great spot to enjoy your breakfast, lunch or dinner alfresco while still enjoying the sea and beach views.
The living area includes two sofas, a television, DVD player, stereo system, and a selection of books and board games to enjoy.
Off the main living area, the master bedroom enjoys stunning sea views, and has a queen size bed. The second bedroom has valley views (also with a queen size bed). At the rear of the home is the bathroom (with shower, WC and vanity), and a laundry (washing machine, dryer and tub).
We have a mezzanine level upstairs - also with extensive beach and sea views - and its super popular with children! The mezzanine has a double bed, two single beds, and a children's entertainment area with their own table, chairs, beanbags, games and toys.
Taumata is one of very few homes at Hot Water Beach, and is available to rent to careful and responsible families, mature couples and small groups.
Please let us know if you have any questions - or of course if you would like to make a booking enquiry - we look forward to hearing from you!


Special conditions:
A two night minimum stay applies (sorry, no exceptions).
Arrival after 3pm, departure by 10.30am.
We have a strict 'no parties or gatherings' policy.
5 day minimum bookings preferred during peak holiday periods, but contact us with your request and we'll see if we can fit you in.
Rates are for up to 4 people. A surcharge of $30 per person per night applies for further guests.
Extras: Cleaning (NZ$80.00 per stay)
Any damages or excessive cleaning costs will be on-charged to guests.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hot Water Beach

Located in Hot Water Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery and Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve and Purangi Regional Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hot Water Beach

What's nearby

  • Hot Water Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Hahei Beach - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Cooks Beach - 16 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 31 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pour House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Go Vino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Church Restaurant and Accomodation - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hot Waves - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little Blue Kitchen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantastic Family Holiday Home with Breathtaking Views over Hot Water Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fantastic Family Holiday Home with Breathtaking Views over Hot Water Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantastic Family Holiday Home with Breathtaking Views over Hot Water Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fantastic Family Holiday Home with Breathtaking Views over Hot Water Beach located?

This family-friendly Hot Water Beach holiday home is located by the sea, steps from Hot Water Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hahei Beach and Cathedral Cove. Stingray Bay and Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 309 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was perfect, a family beach bach. Great for relaxing. Clean, well equipped. Best thing is a quick walk to beach and great view of it also.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jack S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place.

Loved the house and area!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Getaway

The family was super impressed with this gem of a holiday home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lloyd V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

We loved sitting on the deck looking at the stunning scenery. A more lovely view I could not imagine.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

lee b., rd1

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family getaway

amazing views of the beach/ocean the Bach had everything we needed making for a very pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views

Awesome location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dustin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Great spot in an amazing location and view. The home was perfect for our family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Place!

This is the perfect bach for a family getaway! Kid friendly with stunning views and a short walk to the beach! Well equipped with everything you need. We had an amazing time there. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

April H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming family holiday house

Stunning views, great location, and perfect family home away from home with everything we needed for a toddler and a 6 year old. The host was wonderfully helpful- definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Irene N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Away

This was a great spot for an extended family stay. Perfect location at Hot water beach. The Grandchildren appreciated the books and toys and the little play room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hot Water Beach

A perfect spot to enjoy Hot Water Beach and the surrounding area. The property is unique and quaint, great for friends or a family to stay. Totally recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for hot pools

Really lovely old school bach, in the perfect location for visiting the hot pools. Great set up for kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve H., Poplar Bluff, Mo.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views

Great view, amazing location. WiFi is limited but we had cell service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nenya C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning and comfortable

The batch not only has an amazing view, but a sense of calmness, perfect place to relax, huge range of books, beds are super comfortable and everything you need is available. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice accommodation. Great location

This home worked out very well for us. We wanted to explore different parts of the Coromandel and this provided a nice central location. Plenty of room. Everything worked
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tarryn W., Torbay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick getaway

Awesome location, great views to relax on the deck and enjoy the sun and view. Functional for the whole family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Great Communication

House is in a perfect location; couldn’t be closer to the beach. Lovely house with a great view of the beach. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Rachael S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location with magic views

Only a short walk to the beach and cafes, this old school bach has an unbeatable location with spectacular views. The owner is lovely and very helpful and the property is equipped with everything you might need. The lawns were long and a broken umbrella attached to the deck looked a bit shabby but this may have been due to Cyclone Gabrielle.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth B., Ann Arbor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location: needs a deep clean

We had to cut our stay a day short because the level of dust/cobwebs caused an allergic reaction (something that had never happened before!). Kitchen was clean and toy area was cute. Just all quite dusty. If you’re not worried about that, this place is nice. Porch is gorgeous with super easy access down to HWB.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic spot

Loved this old school classic kiwi bach. Had a bit of trouble getting in as we were never given the location of the safety box and spent about 15 minutes searching for it in the dark. Didn’t get a response from Carol but soon found it. The kitchen had everything you need and the lounge made for a great spot in the evenings. The deck was the winner with the incredible view (The photos don’t do it justice !) We had a fantastic time for a long weekend. Would love to return. Thanks Carol.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was fully equiped, bach is so cute, amazing views, owners are lovely. Beds are so comfortable. Just loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic hosts with great communication. This home is really comfortable, has incredible views and is in a perfect spot in Hot water beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marama E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location and very comfortable, warm, well-appointed family home. The beach view was amazing and it was great to have shovels to take to dig on hot water beach.Our host communicated useful, early information for us to follow, which was great.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicity H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a find! We loved the house, location and amenities provided. Comfortable beds and pillows, clean and tidy areas to enjoy and a million dollar view. Carol was very responsive and helped us enjoy our short stay here. We’ll be back and recommended this spot to all our friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mauro G. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Bach!

Awesome property, really close to the beach and full of everything you need (e.g. kitchen-wise) for a great vacation.Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by caroan180

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Carol and Lane have owned this much-loved holiday home for over 40 years. Our three children grew up enjoying their holidays there, and now bring our grandchildren to enjoy it too. We enjoy sharing our holiday home with like-minded families from all over the world.

Why they chose this property

We chose Hot Water Beach to build our family holiday home because of its unique location on the Coromandel Peninsula and of course the very special hot mineral springs, where you can enjoy your own 'hot pool' on the beach. Our property faces due North and has excellent views along this beautiful white, sandy beach. We have also enjoyed many water sports here over the years including swimming, surfing, fishing, kayaking, and of course dolphin watching - we love watching them play in the waves.
One our favourite 'special' things to do locally is to visit the excellent Lost Spring Geothermal Pools, Day Spa and Cafe/Restaurant in nearby Whitianga.

What makes this property unique

Relax in your own 'hot pool' on the beach fed by natural underground springs.
Fantastic views right along the white sandy beach.
Excellent surf at most times of the year.
Beautiful starlit nights - the sky on a clear night is magical!
If you're lucky, you'll see a group of dolphins playing in the waves!
We really recommend the excellent Hot Waves Cafe in Hot Water Beach - this is our family's favourite place for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Go wine tasting at the stunning Mercury Bay vineyard at Cooks Beach, a short drive away.
World-renowned Cathedral Cove is a 15 minute drive away

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