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Kiwi Classic - Matapouri Bay

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Beach
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Matapouri, Northland
  • Matapouri Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Woolleys Bay
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mermaid Pool
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Kiwi Classic - Matapouri Bay

Blast to the Past with the whole family at this Kiwi Classic! 2 mins walk to the stunning Matapouri Bay, space to park the boat, and pet friendly too.

Get set to relax with our Cleaning fee which includes beds made up for you on arrival with quality hired linen and towels for all booked guests. We'll manage the departure clean** and the dirty linen too so you can holiday until the last moment!

This classic kiwi bach offers open plan living with 3 bedrooms that comfortably sleep 7. This charming bach has kitchen facilities and games and puzzles to keep everyone entertained in the evenings. Cook a feast on the BBQ and lounge on the outdoor furniture in the private, sunny garden. This is a great place to bring your children and the family dog (pet fees apply).

With the local Store, where you can enjoy refreshments and a yummy ice-cream and coffee, within a minutes’ walk away, Kiwi Classic is perfectly located for you to enjoy the best the Tutukaka Coast has to offer.

Guests have full access to the home and outdoor area.

Holiday Stays will contact you by email prior to your booking. We are also available by phone and are are locally based for any questions or issues you may have during your stay.

A pet fee of $65.00 per pet is payable and is non refundable.
Please be honest and advise of your intention to bring a pet at the time of booking. Any undisclosed pets could result in guests being asked to leave.

The bed linen configurations are supplied up at our discretion based on the number of people booked.  Double, Queen, King beds will be automatically assigned to 2 adults unless otherwise advised by you at the time of booking.
If you require any additional linen changes during your stay then this will incur extra costs as per our terms and conditions.

Prior to arrival we will email you the Directions and key location for the property you have booked will be provided to you within 7 days prior to your arrival.
Directions and key location for the property you have booked will be provided to you within 7 days prior to your arrival.

After your departure the Holiday Manager will inspect the property to make sure it was left in a reasonably clean and tidy condition, and that there was no damage to any items or the property itself.

No outdoor fires.

No vaping or smoking inside please.

Pets are welcome, but please let us know as Pet fees apply.
We do ask that pets are kept off the furniture - dogs are washed and dried before coming inside the home and that you pick up after your pet. Thank you!

Property manager

Holiday Stays
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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

About the area

Matapouri

Located in Matapouri, this holiday home is near the beach. 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 Matapouri Bay and Mermaid Pool.
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Map
Matapouri, Northland

What's nearby

  • Matapouri Bay - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sandy Bay - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Woolleys Bay - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tutukaka Marina - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Dive Tutukaka - 8 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnappa Rock - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Marina Pizzeria - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salt Air Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Havana Cabana - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kiwi Classic - Matapouri Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Kiwi Classic - Matapouri Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kiwi Classic - Matapouri Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kiwi Classic - Matapouri Bay located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Matapouri Bay and Sandy Bay. Woolleys Bay and Mermaid Pool are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Thank you

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Family Time.

I was so pleased with the batch. It was everything we needed. I was there with my older Grandchildren and it felt so safe thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah C.

'Old school' kiwi bach

It was a blast from the past staying in this compact retro kiwi bach. Great location for the beach, local store and our friend's wedding!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Rebecca N.

Truly is a kiwi classic

Awesome Bach to stay in - has everything you need you need and even better we can take our beloved pooch with us. Being able to stroll down to the beach is amazing and really love the big back yard for kids and pets to play in. We’ll be back for sure 😃
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon S.

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

Easter 2024

Great spot. Kiwi classic.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon A.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert J.

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

Bert jewell stay

Will call again love the spot
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

charmaine m.

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

Daughters Wedding!

We had a lovely stay in this lovely NZ bach. It had everything we needed for out vacation, but was kept in a really kiwi style. We opted for hiring linen and getting it cleaned afterwards, so it made it a very relaxing holiday. Thanku
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angeles M.

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

Traditional kiwi batch

We had a great time. Matapouri is an awesome place. Batch was a bit tight for 6 adults- teenagers, but still enjoyed it. Very close to beach and big garden for doggies to run around.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Watch out for hidden fees

While the house was a simple character kiwi bach as expected and we enjoyed our stay, it was really disappointing when I received a $145 receipt for linen after having paid the advertised price. Be careful of dishonest hidden fees, I was told this fee was “mandatory for health and safety reasons” which obviously makes no sense, and I got no response when I asked for an explanation. Would not use bookabach again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clare M.

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

Old school bach and beautiful spot makes for top family holiday

Our family of four (two small kids inc one baby) stayed here for three nights very happily. The house was very clean and well equipped and we really enjoyed its retro aesthetic - made it feel like a proper 'bach holiday'. Also more spacious than I thought it would be - plenty of room for the four of us. The big backyard was great for the toddler to run around. 5 minute walk to the beach and lovely walk to Whale Bay were highlights too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

angela m.

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

Small house, great backyard

Expensive for very basic bach but appreciated that we could take our dog, so I think you pay a premium as not many Bach’s will take pets. Clean and tidy and had everything we needed for a great stay at a beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Colin W.

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

second time we stayed at this place

a great location, I like the area and the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Grant B.

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

Comfy and so close to the beach

Well equipped, comfortable with lots of spaces to spread out in. Few minutes to terrific beach, and to super beach store with everything. Lots of flat space to park the toys. We'd love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F., Whangarei

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I come from matapouri so it bought bk slot of memories

It was great I feel it could of been cleaner but it was a wonderful stay thankyou.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Dawm A.

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

Location location!

We had a great time. Nice social balcony area. Shower head was a little amusing but it was a truly retro blast from the past.

10/10 Excellent

Cushla E.

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

Fantastic Location

A great location a few minutes walk to the beach. The Bach is immaculate and clean with everything you should need. Communication with the property manager Sally was easy and she always got back to us promptly with responses to emails. Would definitely stay again!😀

10/10 Excellent

Colin W.

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

Great stay to get away with the Family, easy walk to the beach.

It was nice to stay away at our favourite beach for a few days, the booking process was easy to follow (although I missed reading the fine print until after booking), the property is in a great location, clean and tidy, and has all the amenities required to walk right into a 'home setting', just bring yourself and some food. Would be very happy to come back over the summer holidays if available.
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8/10 Good

Heather G.

Great location, however not good if you have children allergic to bee...

Great location, however not good if you have children allergic to bee stings, as if the lawns haven't been mowed they are all over it! House is well equipped, a simple old bach.

6/10 Okay

Alexander B.

Quaint but not overly clean bedding etc

It was a shame the the lawns were long and therefore covered in clover and bees so the kids couldn’t use them.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
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8/10 Good

Kathhy G.

Lovely Kiwi bach in a great location.

Lovely Kiwi bach in a great location. Easy walk to the beach, and to the dairy for ice cream afterwards. The Bach was very clean on our arrival and well equipped, with a big flat section for ball games. We would stay again ??
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Iconic Kiwi bach, walking distance to beach and Matapouri store.

Iconic Kiwi bach, walking distance to beach and Matapouri store. Well equipped and clean.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great site with a great big flat section and close to the beach and shops, great outdoor area away f

Great site with a great big flat section and close to the beach and shops, great outdoor area away from the house which was a good surprise
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Fabulous location , lovely big grassy section for kids to run around, nice having two lounging areas

Fabulous location , lovely big grassy section for kids to run around, nice having two lounging areas , very "Bachie" not suitable for people wanting flash and modern but we would stay again !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location.

Excellent location. The kiwi Bach theme took us back to childhood memories. The property is well maintained and well equipped. We appreciated being able to have our dogs stay too. Matapouri beach is one of the best in NZ. We will return. Thank You Sally, we will encourage others to use your service.

About the host

Hosted by Holiday Stays

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Hello we would like to introduce ourselves. We are Coastal Holiday Homes and are your local Holiday Managers for this property. Once you have made a booking, we will be in touch with you to finalize your booking. We will then Confirm Acceptance of your booking through HomeAway. We will then be able to provide directions, address and key location to the property you have booked.

What makes this property unique

Private large flat garden

Languages:

English

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