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A Family Friendly Bach

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Fully fenced front section.
Under cover porch to front of house
Lounge
Lounge
Fireplace in lounge for heating

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Foxton Beach, Horowhanua
  • Place, Himatagi Beach
  • Place, Foxton Windmill
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Waiterere Private Reserve
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Family Friendly Bach

Fullly fenced - Huge flat sunny front and back section, perfect for children of all ages. Section and house maintain all day sun. Free internet provided for your stay

Back yard is fully fenced which is great for families or sit under the front porch at the outdoor table and chairs to watch the kids play on the front lawn. Front porch is fully covered so even nice to sit under if raining. BBQ provided here.

Facilities include microwave, dishwasher, oven, fridge/freezer, TV and DVD player. Woodburner and firewood supplied. Kitchen fully stocked with crockery, cutlery, glassware, pots, baking, serving dishes, sandwich press, electric beater.

Bathroom has a shower, vanity, toilet. There is a 2nd toilet off the 3rd bedroom. House has new carpet just installed November 23.

A range of children toys inside, car ramps and garage, dolls house, books, games, and a large selection of DVDS. Toys in the garage shed include, trikes, scooters, see-saw, tennis and badminton rackets, cricket set and boogie boards.

BYO bed linen and towels but pillows, mattress protectors, duvets and covers are provided. Port-A-Cot in bedroom wardrobe.

Separate laundry with washing machine.

There is a sleepout adjoined to the garage with bunks. Garage not included.

Located 200 meters from Foxton Reserve, Duckpond, Huge Playground, 3 Tennis Courts, Pump track and BikeTrack. Another Pirate Playground further down the main road. There is also a new waterpark in Foxton which is a 5 minute drive from the Bach.

Short walk to local restaurant and ice cream counter, open from 10.00 through to dinner, or use the really popular local fish and chip shop or cafe down the road.

Nice and quiet flat streets for riding bikes, walking, going to feed the ducks. Estuary, River, Boat Club and Bush walks nearby.

Local Four Square has everything, including fresh baked bread each day.

Sand dunes 50 metres away - follow the sand dune walking track at the end of the street directly to the beach (10 min walk through dunes).

8 Beds to choose from (including sleepout), but we allow a maximum of 6 guests.
Cost per night is for 4 people. Extras are charged at $20 pp per night to a maximum of 6 guests.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only.
Long weekends minimum 3 nights stay.


NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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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 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 deadlock

About the area

Foxton

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Foxton Beach, a neighbourhood in Foxton. De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ohau Wines and Levin Golf Club. Power boating and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Foxton Beach, Horowhanua

What's nearby

  • Foxton Windmill - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Waiterere Private Reserve - 31 min drive - 30.3 km
  • The Square - 42 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 42 min drive - 54.8 km
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 46 min drive - 57.6 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe De Molen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Little White Rabbit - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The New Deck - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Foxton RSA - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪L’arte - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A Family Friendly Bach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Family Friendly Bach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Family Friendly Bach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Family Friendly Bach located?

Located in Foxton Beach, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve and within 6 miles (10 km) of De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill. Esplanade Reserve and Waiterere Private Reserve are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 197 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jasmin R.

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

great family stay

Great for family, lots of toys and things to keep children happy. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liesl H.

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

Great get away!

We really enjoyed our short break staying at this holiday house. Great facilities, location and very family friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant B.

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

Cosy and comfortable

We loved our stay! Plenty of space, super clean and everything you need. We loved the cosy fire and comfy beds. Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacinda P.

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

Great Family Bach

Very neat tidy bach, excellent location. Owner is very helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla N.

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

Foxton Fun

We had a great time away, enjoyed the beach and skate park and the quiet time. We will be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacinda P.

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

The perfect place

Very nice tidy bach. Suited our needs prefectly. Well be definitely staying there again. Thanks for all the info about the local shops to help us with our stay Well located to the pump track and play ground which our boys loved.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Lynnette B.

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

Batch stay

Lovely bach , perfect for our weekend away . 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANNIE S.

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

Lovely spot

Jeff was a great host. Sent very clear checkin instructions. He was then very responsive when I contacted him during our stay. Property was very well equipped with everything we needed. Very safe for our baby. Was a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justine M.

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

Foxton beach Bach

The property was great! Lovely, clean and spacious. There was even DVDs which was great when we needed a quiet afternoon out of the sun. The communication was great and even has some helpful information about the area. Would absolutely stay again, thank you for sharing your lovely Bach with us
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Emily F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Communication

Communication with owner was fantastic. Location of bach is excellent, especially for children. Bach is roomy, plenty of space and warm on cooler nights. Plenty of extra toys in garage for children to play with.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

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

Fantastic Family Bach

My children and I had a wonderful stay at the bach, which was in a quiet cul de sac near the beach. It had everything we needed, including toys for the little children and DVDs to get through the hottest part of the day (we got all the good beach weather!). There is a park a short walk away with a fun bike track (helmets needed), and the estuary can be walked or biked around from here, too. We could also walk to the beach along a track through the dunes, which was a fun option. The street was child friendly, and it felt very relaxing to stay there. We would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Rupal P.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in

Good location but very old property .

The property was in good location, but showers was not working. Also no hot water for shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable. Modern bathroom. Comfotable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay and relax, easy access to the beach and lots of board games etc. Loved staying here and look forward already to our next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The fireplace was great. There was a dead bird in the fire box
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Great place for a winter getaway

We had two nights for a long overdue friend catch up. The fire did a great job of warming the house and the kitchen had everything we needed to make some delicious meals!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances P.

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

Friends and Family Get Away

Fantastic weekend away! Location, house, amenities etc. all fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Foxton Visit

This property was everything that a group of 5 ladies could want.it was very clean and there were 4 bedrooms inside with a set of bunks plus 2 single beds. 2 queen size beds. the only thing that we saw as a trip hazzard was the large rug in the lounge, it did not lie flat, but we rolled it up and popped it behind the couch. other than that the house was just perfect for us
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

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

Great beach holiday home

Good size holiday home, nice and tidy in a good location. We really enjoyed our stay and would return :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Su Yan T.

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

Wonderful and comfortable stay by the sea

Had such a wonderful time in the house with comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen. Easy access to the sea, river and great recreational area. Such a bonus to be able to have bikes and play equipment to use. A perfect holiday home!Communication with the owner was wonderful too! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olly D.

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

Great Space for a family

Brilliant little batch on the beach close to everything you need, Well suited for a Family but we made it work quite well for Adult's. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Great place for a family stay

Enjoyed our week stay. Bach is well equipped, clean and comfortable. Jeff is very responsive and helpful. Close to pump track, tennis courts and estuary. Can walk to the beach through the dunes. Many thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay E.

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

Xmas getaway

Clean, tidy and comfortable. We had great weather and loved that we could open doors to get good air flow. loved the family feel to the bach. Would happily book again. Went for some good walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Wonderful Stay

We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back. Great location and the house was perfect for us all
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Nice tidy well equipped bach

The Bach was a nice place to stay while my son was completing in a sports competition in Palmerston North. The communications with the owner were good. The beach is not far and we enjoyed walking on the beach and watching the sunset from the sand dunes. I recommend the Bach as a place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jeff Hughes

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What makes this property unique

100 meters walk to playground, tennis courts, BMX track, duckpond and estuary.

Languages:

English, Norwegian

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