8/10 Good
J
3 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
J
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Apartment
Matapouri Bay - Prime Position, Fantastic View
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Reviews
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Matapouri, Whangarei
- Place, Matapouri Bay7 min walk
- Place, Mermaid Pool
- Place, Woolleys Bay2 min drive
- Airport, Whangarei (WRE)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Matapouri Bay - Prime Position, Fantastic View
Whether it's boating, kayaking, paddle boarding or just lying on the beach soaking up the sunshine; the stunning white sand lagoon that is Matapouri Estuary is the perfect spot for the family! Safe swimming for small children. Main beach is just a short walk away. Only 10 min drive away from the Tutukaka Marina, close proximity to shops, restaurants, world class diving, game fishing and sight-seeing operators. Matapouri Bay is recognised by the Lonely Planet guide as being among the best beaches in New Zealand.
Unit 1 is an ocean view upstairs 2 bedroom apartment that is self contained and as outdoor seating. Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed. Bedroom 2 - 1x single bunk and 1x single bed.
Special conditions:
Duvets and pillows supplied.
Cleaning products supplied.
Cot and Highchair available on request.
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);
Unit 1 is an ocean view upstairs 2 bedroom apartment that is self contained and as outdoor seating. Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed. Bedroom 2 - 1x single bunk and 1x single bed.
Special conditions:
Duvets and pillows supplied.
Cleaning products supplied.
Cot and Highchair available on request.
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
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Matapouri
Matapouri is home to this apartment. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Matapouri, Whangarei
What's nearby
- Matapouri Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Woolleys Bay - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Sandy Bay - 6 min drive - 1.5 km
- Tutukaka Marina - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
- Dive Tutukaka - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Oceans Resort Restaurant & Bar - 7 min drive
- Marina Woodfire Dining - 7 min drive
- Schnappa Rock Restaurant & Bar - 7 min drive
- Marina Pizzeria - 7 min drive
- Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8/10 Good
Chris Rex L.
15 February 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
Chris Rex L.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
4/10 Poor
Debby B.
30 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, tired accom
Debby B.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Susan C.
31 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location with a nice view
Susan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andre v.
13 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No Skye tv.
Andre v.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
8/10 Good
Robert G.
23 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 nights in a classic Bach.
Robert G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
4/10 Poor
Joyce A.
31 July 2022
Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Old, musty, unclean
Joyce A.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kim B.
24 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would recommend to others
Kim B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca J.
6 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Rebecca J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sophie M.
16 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matapouri
Sophie M.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Kellie B.
1 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location awesome to be able to use kayaks and paddleboard
Kellie B.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jocelyn W.
12 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic views over the Estuary
Jocelyn W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jessica T.
25 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good spot
Jessica T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Clare H.
15 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy and comfortable
Clare H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Russell B.
14 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and set up
Russell B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Emma T.
7 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with the added bonus of kayaks to use on the estuary when the tide was up
Emma T.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Raymond G.
4 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Matapouri
Raymond G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Clinton U.
27 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to access the lagoon, beach and bridge jump!
Clinton U.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Manik D.
11 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice n tidy place, close to beach
Manik D.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
8/10 Good
Becky V.
29 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
Becky V.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
6/10 Okay
Heather M.
23 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
Heather M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sianus S.
4 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would revisit
Sianus S.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chris A.
1 March 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic and close to the water! Highly reconmebded
Chris A.
8/10 Good
Ron G.
12 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matapouri bach
Ron G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
HOLLY M., ALBANY
12 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and tidy, great location
HOLLY M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
About the host
Hosted by Matapouri_Holiday_Units
What makes this property unique
Boat access directly across road (with secure onsite parking).
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