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The Boat House by Whangamata Marina

Holiday home in Whangamata with kitchen

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Property grounds
Exterior
Living area
Living area
Room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Whangamata, Whangamata
  • Place, Whangamata Marina
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Whangamata Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral Cove
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Boat House by Whangamata Marina

Modern two bedroom unit located just across the causeway from the fabulous new Whangamata Marina.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave please remove all rubbish from the property so the bach is left as you found it. Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
A short stroll to Moana Point Reserve, 10 minute walk to town or 5 minute drive to the popular surf beach.
The unit features an open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area which opens out onto a shade sail covered BBQ area.

The unit is complete with all necessities, including
-new hooded BBQ
-fridge:/freezer
-electric frying pan
- microwave
- hot plate and small convection oven
- washing machine and small clothes line iron and ironing board
- toaster, kettle, plates and cutlery
- puzzles and board games

Just bring your own linen i.e sheets pillow cases towels bath mat and tea towel. Main bedroom has queen size bed and second bedroom has a single bed and a set of bunks.

Parking for two vehicles, unfortunately not suitable for a boat trailer.

Absolutely not suitable for parties

Departure by 11.00AM

Arrival 1.00PM

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 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

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Pets very welcome
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You must bring your own Linen (sheets pillowcases bath mat towels and tea towels)
Property must be cleaned before vacating. All equipment and cleaning products are provided.
Property must be left ready for next guests as there is no cleaning service. All rubbish including recycling must be removed from property.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Whangamata

Whangamata is home to this holiday home. Martha Mine and Seddon St are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whangamata Marina and The Lakes Golf Course. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Whangamata Marina - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Hot Water Beach - 40 min drive - 65.8 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 40 min drive - 69.8 km
  • Hahei Beach - 41 min drive - 69.4 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smokey Pallet - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Port Road Project - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wangamata Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rassasy - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Palms - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat House by Whangamata Marina pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Boat House by Whangamata Marina?

As of 15 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Boat House by Whangamata Marina on 17 December 2025 start from NZ$155.26, 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.

What time is check-in at The Boat House by Whangamata Marina?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boat House by Whangamata Marina?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boat House by Whangamata Marina located?

Situated in Whangamata, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Whangamata Marina and Whangamata Beach. Williamson Park and Whenuakura Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 261 out of 393 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 393 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 393 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 393 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 393 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little spot for our overnight stay. Lovely and easy host, get communication. Will definitely visit again. Thanks for having us :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni M.

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

Great stay

Great place to stay, has everything I needed and was in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karlene H.

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

Winter getaway

Great little spot to escape for a few days. Nice areas to walk, and only a short drive into the main shopping area. Looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thank you enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Whangamata overnight

Really much better than the picture would suggest. Roomy and well appointed and in a convenient location.We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great space to come, stay and explore Whangamata.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela W.

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

Perfect little batch for the family and dog

A lovely little property close to Marina and short walk to shops. Perfect for the family and the dog, easy to keep clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamonwan (Pam) D.

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

Good Place for a holiday

Amazing location, Good for surfing, Right in the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Well presented and very comfortable.

Excellent property to stay in at Whangamatā.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ngaire N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to find,enough room ,few bits and bobs found under beds,plastic bottle,egg cup.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

trish j.

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

Pleasant stay

Pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy G.

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

Whangamata weekend

We enjoyed our stay. The batch is in a great location and was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi K.

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

Always a great stay

The Boat House is always a great place to stay. Great bed and well located. Just what is needed when we visit the family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Great stay

Great accommodation, and location. Great communication with owners and the whole process was made easy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Joanne S.

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

The boat house

Great location with the reserve across the road to walk your fur baby but its on the main road into town so traffic noise, apart from that great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

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

Great spot, everything you need for a stay at the beach.

Thanks so much for letting us stay and for the detailed instructions about the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

jodi p.

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

Simple perfect for young family

Loved the location, affordable, perfect for an easy get away to enjoy the scenery and local shops in Whangamata
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L.

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

Greta location and space

The house was in a great location and had all the amenities we needed. It was a perfect place for our family to stay. I’d definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter v.

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

Comfy getaway

Very handy to marina and township.All the amenities. Clean and tidy.Happily stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Anne D.

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

Great place on a budget

Handy location. Bach was tidy and exactly what we needed. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

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

Great little batch/boat house handy to water great communication with host...

Our stay at this amazing little batch/boat house was great for us 3 children & 2 dogs. It was nice and central to everything, great communication with host very good price it had everything we needed, Thanks so much... Ash & Yvey family Hamilton NZ.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Irene B.

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

X pats on holiday

Perfect for a short stay. Great value for money. Would definitely stay there again 😁
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ohillip H.

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

Friendly Welcome

Great location definitely would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Dianne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very suitable for what we wanted. The water in shower drains very slowly .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Perfect for the family

Thanks for the lovely place to stay in. Had everything we needed, im sure we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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