WISTFUL ON WAIANGA. GOLDEN HOKIANGA SANDS. SUN DRENCHED BEACHFRONT HOLIDAYS.
Ideal for couples, families or groups of friends. Wistful on Waianga is located directly over the road from the golden sandy beach of Omapere in the Hokianga. BYO SHEETS,PILLOWCASES & TOWELS You will find a comfortable holiday home, open plan living/kitchen, 3 spacious bedrooms, 1 is in the mezzanine floor. Two dining areas to choose, the covered outdoor dining area or enjoy the view from inside at the kitchen island dining area. The kitchen is generously equipped with everything you should require to whip up gourmet meals every night. A huge deck runs across the front of the house providing you with endless views of the sand dunes, the harbour & out to the fierce Hokianga bar & harbour mouth. To keep you connected we have just installed superfast unlimited fibre, hooks you up fast with multiple devices being able to connect simultaneously. There is a Chromecast for the smart tv if you want to watch Netflix or anything else via the net. Alternatively bring your skybox & cables it’s all set up for sky. This is a family Bach& not quite the Hiltonso we have some quirky things. We say embrace the Mccabb Bring your boat there is plenty of parking and the boat ramp is less than 1.5 km from your accommodation. The warm clear Hokianga waters are abundant with fish just waiting to be hooked. If you don't fancy going out on the boat stay in, meander thru the garden cross the road and you will find yourself standing in the middle of one of the beautiful Hokianga golden sandy beach's. The Hokianga has something for everyone. Situated just 3.5 hrs from Auckland city you will slip into Holiday mode as soon as you arrive. It's a different pace of life there. Visit Tane Mahuta- Lord of the Forest and largest living kauri in the world. The new Manea centre in Opononi & travel back in time to Walk in Kupe’s footprints. Kupe is believed to have been on the first waka to land in the Hokianga Head to the famous sand dunes for sand surfing, there is plenty of water taxis waiting at the Opononi jetty. Take one of the many fishing charters available. Visit Rawene or Waimamaku just 2 of the many historic Northland villages with cafes and art galleries to visit around every corner. The almost famous Opononi fish n chip shop is only a 2 minute drive. Enjoy a meal and drinks at the luxury Copthorne Hotel and Resort the kids can swim while you are enjoying the famous Northland hospitality. Back at Waianga the sunsets from the deck are unbelievable, Even more so with a chardy or a cold Heineken in hand.... Pillows, duvet inners and duvet covers are included, you just need to pack your own sheets, pillow cases & towels. Electric blankets are fitted on all our beds to keep you snug in winter. Bring a couple of great books that you haven't had the time to read yet and enjoy laying back & relaxing. Either way you won't want to leave but when you do, you will feel a whole heap better then when you arrived... that's the Hokianga promise!
SPECIAL CONDITIONS: GUESTS TO TAKE ALL RUBBISH $20 PER BAG CHARGE IF LEFT AT PROPERTY
SMOKING OK OUTSIDE. SMALL/MEDIUM DOGS ALLOWED, MAX 2 DOGS
LINEN NOTE; DUVET INNERS, DUVET COVERS & PILLOWS ARE INCLUDED GUESTS BRING OWN LINEN (3 x QUEEN BED, 1 x SINGLE PLUS TOWELS & PILLOWCASES) NO LINEN AT PROPERTY FOR HIRE OR USE. TAKE OWN SKY DECODER & CABLES.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$75.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen: towels/pillow cases/sheets. (3 queen beds 1 single bed) Duvet inners, clean duvet covers, feather pillows, tea towels, hand towels & bath mats are included in the rental.
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Omapere
Located in Omapere, this holiday home is by the ocean. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Motuti Marae, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Omapere Beach and Opononi Beach. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
Is WISTFUL ON WAIANGA. GOLDEN HOKIANGA SANDS. SUN DRENCHED BEACHFRONT HOLIDAYS. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at WISTFUL ON WAIANGA. GOLDEN HOKIANGA SANDS. SUN DRENCHED BEACHFRONT HOLIDAYS. ?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WISTFUL ON WAIANGA. GOLDEN HOKIANGA SANDS. SUN DRENCHED BEACHFRONT HOLIDAYS. on 14 May 2026 start from NZ$354, 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 WISTFUL ON WAIANGA. GOLDEN HOKIANGA SANDS. SUN DRENCHED BEACHFRONT HOLIDAYS. ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at WISTFUL ON WAIANGA. GOLDEN HOKIANGA SANDS. SUN DRENCHED BEACHFRONT HOLIDAYS. ?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.
Where is WISTFUL ON WAIANGA. GOLDEN HOKIANGA SANDS. SUN DRENCHED BEACHFRONT HOLIDAYS. located?
Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Omapere Beach, Pakia Hill Lookout and Opononi Beach. Hokianga Harbour is 10.8 mi (17.4 km) away.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our 2nd time staying here and was awesome both times thank you
Ohe K.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Phil L.
13 February 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great location. Fabulous view and walking distance to the Sands for a great meal. House a little tired and inconvenient to have to take towels , linen and take the rubbish with you, particularly when you’re on a bike
Phil L.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danielle
5 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owners were very accommodating allowing for early check in and late checkout, the property was nice and clean it had all the facilities we needed. Was a great get away for us.
This was a great location close to the waterfront. A small walk along the road for water access. Fantastic views out to the sand dune. The house was comfortable even in high winds! Kitchen worked well for Christmas dinner and the following days. It's a quiet town, so be prepared.
The location is perfect - close to all amenities.The decking areas offer fabulous views of the harbour and the sand dunes, and are shaded by the Pohutukawa trees. The downstairs bedrooms need ceiling or other workable fans. The kitchen appliances could do with upgrading.We had no pets, so there was no issue. Good parking spaces.
clean and family friendly. Would’ve been ideal if they had tea and coffee.The key lock box is broken and needs replacing. It was really difficult to close so we left the keys under the mat xcc
The bach is exactly as described, the owner had great communication throughout and we really enjoyed our stay. I would definitely recommend this for a family holiday.
Outi M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2021
Thank you for taking the time to post a review. I am so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. See you next time. 😊
Beautiful views. Good heat pump , warm and cosy. Very clean rooms and well equipped. Beds very comfortable. Warm and comfortable lounge. Well equipped kitchen with good oven.Shower needs attention [ broken rose ] and a drawer in the kitchen has come off it's rolller.
We had a wonderful week at Claude's, popping over to the beach whenever we felt the need. Kitchen had everything we needed and of course the views that accompanied our morning coffee couldn't be beaten!
Rebekah W.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 February 2021
Thank you for posting your very kind review. So glad that you all had a great stay. Maybe we will see you next summer thanks again Claude
Lovely home! We enjoyed our stay and loved the location. Would definitely book again!
Jessie N.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by Claude
My sister & I inherited this property after our father suddenly passed away in 2004. We enjoyed a few years of sharing family summer holidays in the Hoki, the house would be bursting with kids & visitors all summer long. It was an all round awesome few years of holidaying in the Hokianga. The Hokianga really is the perfect setting & vibe for families wanting a stress free relaxed holiday. After a few years both my family & my sister & her family moved from Auckland to Tauranga. The quick week end stays were over as it's a big drive for a 2 night stay so we decided to find some nice locals for a few years but that didn’t go well so in 2014 we did a complete make over & listed it on HomeAway & here we are.....
Why they chose this property
Comfortable home away from home. Loads of home comforts at the beach house. Quiet. Peaceful. Relaxing. Sun drenched. Extensive gardens. A modern but humble Bach. There’s a great ‘feel’ or ‘vibe’ to the property so you can slip into holiday mode with ease! The open plan living layout is perfect for holidays having a central area to all come together. The bedrooms are big enough to escape to if you need some peace & quiet. Plenty to do in northland. Beautiful golden beaches. The biggest kauri tree in the world the mighty Tane Mahuta is waiting to see you.
What makes this property unique
The sunsets from the deck are stunning! Actually they are breath taking! A lovely peaceful property & area where it’s very easy to really relax! Beautiful 180 degree views of the famous golden sand dunes. Plenty of beach & water views being directly over the road from the beach.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish
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