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A Family Friendly Bach

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A covered patio area with a glass roof, a wooden bench, and a brick floor.
A residential area with two houses, one with a light-colored roof and another with a dark roof, separated by a wooden fence.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a fireplace, and a view of the outside.
A parking area with a building, a flag, and a road leading to a grassy field.
A room with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, and a kitchen area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
At the riverfront, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, accommodating 6 guests. It offers opportunities for hiking, biking, surfing, and swimming. Enjoy the outdoor patio for relaxation and access to nearby golf facilities. Explore attractions like Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve and Foxton Windmill.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available

    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Foxton Beach, Horowhanua
  • Place, Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Square
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Waikanae Beach
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪49 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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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

Property # 20008135
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Foxton

Located in Foxton Beach, a neighbourhood in Foxton, this holiday home is near a water park and on a river. De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waiterere Private Reserve and Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve. Power boating and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Foxton Beach, Horowhanua

What's nearby

  • Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Square - 51 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 51 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 51 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Waikanae Beach - 56 min drive - 78.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Robert Harris - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe De Molen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mr Grumpy's Takeaways - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Little White Rabbit - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Grabba Coffee - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Family Friendly Bach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Family Friendly Bach?

As of 18 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Family Friendly Bach on 19 September 2026 start from NZ$434, 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 A Family Friendly Bach?

On-site parking is available at the 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 214 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you have kids this is the place to stay. The sand dunes walk to the beach is at one end of the road and the best pump bike track is at the other. We had loads of fun here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, very tidy and nice comfortable space for the whole family to chill out in. Looking forward to going back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay! Especially great for the kids- loved all the games/toys and across the road from bike track and playground! The beach is beautiful. House nice and warm with the fire. Super easy communication with owner - even let us check in early. Will definitely be back. Thanks heaps. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Met our needs with number of bedrooms fire was wonderful for the evenings when cooler. Host communication good parking great cleanliness was not totally to our expectations. Beds were comfortable tv great an adequate accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family Bach in a sweet location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This bach has a lovely setting up against the sand dunes and trees in foxton beach, close to the estuary, and with a walking track over the dunes to the beach at the end of the quiet road. We had a delightful stay, popping over to the beach for a morning swim or a sunset view, having tea on the front porch watching sunrise, walking along the estuary or wandering down to the Ocean Beach Eatery. Beds were very comfortable, shower was good, bathroom and kitchen updated from the classic bach original design. Garden lovely out the back. Jeff was fantastic to communicate with and very kind - I hope you found the bottle of wine we left you :) Would highly recommend for anyone wanting a stay in foxton beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
All good, clean and neat, thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, clean property with all the amenities you could hope for for a family holiday..We were there for a couple of nights, which could have been extended with ease.Only comment that may be of use for those with mobility or sight issues (we had elderly relatives visit) is that like many baches, the floor was uneven and may be a trip hazard. This is unlikely to be a big issue for families with active kids who will enjoy this property and all it offers.Would definitely rebook if revisiting Foxton Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hi, me and my fiancé had a beautiful time away at your beach bach. Thank you for having us, we had a great time. Clean and tidy space away from the business of life. Only thing we'd say is stocking up on basics like pepper, sugar, hand soaps & cleaning products before we arrived would have been great & easier for us to clean and cook. But, overall would definitely stay here again. Cheers :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Place was nice and well equipped and lots for the kids. No cleaning fee as it is upto the occupiers to clean after stay, which we didnt mind doing, however the place was very dusty and most rooms needed a good deep clean, every dish we used had not been cleaned properly so doesnt seem like this may be the best way to approach this booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely kiwi batch. It has everything you need and is in a handy location. We loved the big section and that all of the beds were comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped comfortable and spacious
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed our stay. Great place, kids loved the location close to the park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Really loved the extra toys available to use and being close to the playground and skatepark was also fantastic. Would book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, nice location, well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family bach. Great location to park and tennis courts etc, and close to beach. House is decorated well and eith a good little front porch area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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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