8/10 Good
carole M.
11 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great house to stay at good location and everything you need there
carole M.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Entire home
Awesome holiday home
Holiday home in Matapouri with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Matapouri, Northland
- Place, Woolleys Bay7 min walk
- Place, Matapouri Bay13 min walk
- Place, Mermaid Pool
- Airport, Whangarei (WRE)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Queen Bedroom Downstairs
1 Queen Bed
Triple Single Downstairs
1 Child Bed
Twin king single bedroom Upstairs
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Awesome holiday home
Located at bush-clad Staffa Bay, a quiet and secluded white sand beach at the end of Woolley’s Bay.
This modernised and recently refurbished house is nestled in the bush 100m from the beach with extensive views of the sea and surrounding bush and farm land. Two storeyed with one double bedroom and one twin bedroom upstairs and a double bedroom and triple bedroom downstairs. Offers separate bedroom accommodation and separate bathrooms for two families with shared kitchen and living area. Fully equipped with all modern appliances. Extensive sunny deck which allows superb indoor/outdoor living.
Safe swimming. Surf at Woolley’s Bay or nearby iconic Sandy Bay (5 mins drive). Easy walking through bush reserve to beautiful Whale Bay or the golden white sand of Matapouri Bay.
The Matapouri store is a 20 minute walk through bush for your daily paper or basic supplies.
Activities:
Surfing and swimming
Fishing
Game fishing and diving/snorkelling at Poor Knights marine reserve (boat trips from Tutukaka)
Golf (a 9 hole course in Ngunguru and 18 hole courses at Hikurangi and Whangarei)
Tennis court at Matapouri
Plenty of beautiful walking tracks
Extras: Linen provided; NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
This modernised and recently refurbished house is nestled in the bush 100m from the beach with extensive views of the sea and surrounding bush and farm land. Two storeyed with one double bedroom and one twin bedroom upstairs and a double bedroom and triple bedroom downstairs. Offers separate bedroom accommodation and separate bathrooms for two families with shared kitchen and living area. Fully equipped with all modern appliances. Extensive sunny deck which allows superb indoor/outdoor living.
Safe swimming. Surf at Woolley’s Bay or nearby iconic Sandy Bay (5 mins drive). Easy walking through bush reserve to beautiful Whale Bay or the golden white sand of Matapouri Bay.
The Matapouri store is a 20 minute walk through bush for your daily paper or basic supplies.
Activities:
Surfing and swimming
Fishing
Game fishing and diving/snorkelling at Poor Knights marine reserve (boat trips from Tutukaka)
Golf (a 9 hole course in Ngunguru and 18 hole courses at Hikurangi and Whangarei)
Tennis court at Matapouri
Plenty of beautiful walking tracks
Extras: Linen provided; NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Matapouri
Matapouri is home to this holiday home. Tutukaka Marina and Dive Tutukaka are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sandy Bay and Woolleys Bay. Scuba diving, snorkelling 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 nearby.
Matapouri, Northland
What's nearby
- Woolleys Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Matapouri Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Sandy Bay - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
- Tutukaka Marina - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
- Dive Tutukaka - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Oceans Resort Restaurant & Bar - 9 min drive
- Marina Woodfire Dining - 9 min drive
- Schnappa Rock Restaurant & Bar - 9 min drive
- Marina Pizzeria - 9 min drive
- Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jason M.
17 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A pleasant getaway for the long weekend. Kids enjoyed walks to the beach, and the house was 👍
Jason M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Neil M.
12 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great break
Neil M.
8/10 Good
Ashley T.
30 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private
Ashley T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jordy R.
4 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at beautiful Matapouri
Jordy R.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sophie C.
21 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great batch - totally recommended.
Sophie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Maxime D.
30 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice location
Maxime D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rosemel R.
20 December 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing View
Rosemel R.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Nick O.
28 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surf weekend
Nick O.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
nina marie m.
7 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
nina marie m.
8/10 Good
Georgia O.
18 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet spot
Georgia O.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kim L.
18 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well set up home in a awesome location
Kim L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Clara P.
29 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location!!!
Clara P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Michelle W.
9 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. Lovely and relaxing. Great location
Michelle W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Christina C.
3 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Christina C.
10/10 Excellent
Emily M.
29 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect holiday stay
Emily M.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Leigh D.
24 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies Night away
Leigh D.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Alice N.
10 November 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Paradise
Alice N.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Muns A.
27 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Awesome hosts
Muns A.
10/10 Excellent
Christian G.
5 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Christian G.
10/10 Excellent
jimmy p.
2 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful paradise
jimmy p.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ben Y.
25 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly Recommended
Ben Y.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Tanya G.
17 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect!
Tanya G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
10/10 Excellent
nazlie J.
3 March 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great close to the beach location :)
nazlie J.
10/10 Excellent
Kath M.
27 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay on the Tutukaka Coast
Kath M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
About the host
Hosted by robyng961
What makes this property unique
Modern recently renovated house very close to beach
Languages:
English
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