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Highlights
Family fun awaits
Top-rated for families.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Hot Water Beach
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Porch or veranda
Toys
Barbecue
Free Wi-Fi
Kitchen
Washing machine
Explore the area
Hot Water Beach
Hot Water Beach
Place, Hot Water Beach
1 min walk
Hahei Beach
Place, Hahei Beach
15 min drive
Cathedral Cove
Place, Cathedral Cove
16 min drive
Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
35 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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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
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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 39 min drive - 41.1 km
Getting around
Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
The Church Restaurant and Accomodation - 8 min drive
The Pour House - 8 min drive
Hahei Beach Cafe - 8 min drive
Little Blue Kitchen - 8 min drive
Hot Waves - 6 min walk
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.
How much does it cost to stay at Fantastic Family Holiday Home with Breathtaking Views over Hot Water Beach?
As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fantastic Family Holiday Home with Breathtaking Views over Hot Water Beach on 21 June 2026 start from NZ$285, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Fantastic Family Holiday Home with Breathtaking Views over Hot Water Beach?
On-site parking is available at the 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
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The view and location was absolutely amazing. A short walk down to hot water beach and some local cafes. The house was the perfect beach shack. All the basics provided and the kids absolutely loved the reading nook area with toys and books.
Thank you Daniel for looking after our property, and thank you for taking the time to submit a review. You would be most welcome should you wish to return to Taumata.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your stay at Taumata. Thank you also for looking after our property. We are so sorry the weather was so unkind We hope you may like to visit again - you would be most welcome.
Lovely house with an amazing view of the beach. Great place to relax and rest with the family. Handy to lots of other attractions. Really enjoyed our stay.
Absolutely perfect location- the view from the home is incredible. We loved the easy walk to the hot water beach (and the supplied shovels!). Our kids enjoyed the play area upstairs and swings outside. Host communication was excellent!
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.
Andrea D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 October 2025
Thankyou for looking after our property
And thankyou for taking the time to write a review of your stay.Should you wish to stay at our property-you wold be most welcome.
This was our second stay at this lovely Kiwi beach treasure. Our family were so excited to return and it did not disappoint. Our teenage daughters loved the extra space in the bedroom loft and the second room on the main floor. The beds were comfy and we could hear the ocean waves at night. The kitchen is so well appointed- you know the owner has thoughtfully considered all aspects. The view is simply stunning… at any time of the day!! Just a very short stroll down to the shops and HWB. Fantastic stay. Many many thanks… we hope to return again one day when we visit NZ again
Thank you for taking the time to write a review of your stay at Taumata, our bach at Hot Water Beach. Thankyou for looking after our property and leaving it in excellent condition. Should you wish to return, you would be very welcome. Sincerely, Carol & Lane.
Great spot in an amazing location and view. The home was perfect for our family.
Dustin B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write a review on your stay at Taumata our bach at Hot Water Beach. Thank you for looking after our property- We hope you will choose to stay here again.
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.
The views here are absolutely stunning. Very beautiful place.
Gerry R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 November 2022
Thank you Gerry for taking the time to write a review of your stay at our bach. Thank you for looking after our property. We hope if you are in this part of the world again you would like to revisit Hot Water Beach. You would be most welcome.
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!
great property when staying in or around hot water beach, deck has great views as well as the bedrooms, the house had everything needed for our stay even to the oil, salt and pepper and spices, great time enjoyed by my family visiting from scotland, would stay here again
Jackie R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2020
Thank you so much for your kind comments about your stay in our bach at Hot Water Beach. Thank you for looking after our property so well. We like to think our property is set up to make things as comfortable for families as possible. Sincerely, Carol.
About the host
Hosted by caroan180
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
Languages:
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests