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WISTFUL ON WAIANGA. GOLDEN HOKIANGA SANDS. SUN DRENCHED BEACHFRONT HOLIDAYS.
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 7 120 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Omapere, hokianga
- Place, Omapere Beach18 min walk
- Place, Pakia Hill Lookout2 min drive
- Place, Opononi Beach3 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
The Mezze
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
The Sun Room
1 Queen Bed
The Whopper
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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.
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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
No gates on balcony or to mezzanine floor.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Pets are welcome please take please their bedding
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is ok in the covered outdoor areas.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
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 cycling and ecotours nearby.

Omapere, hokianga
What's nearby
- Omapere Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Pakia Hill Lookout - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Opononi Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
- Hokianga Harbour - 16 min drive - 20.3 km
- Kai Iwi Lakes - 58 min drive - 86.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Landing Café - 4 min drive
- Opo Takeaways - 4 min drive
- Opononi Tavern - 4 min drive
- Opononi Hotel - 4 min drive
- Schooner Café & Restaurant - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
1 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Grace F.
22 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Grace F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Steffi F.
8 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay
Steffi F.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nitika S.
2 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Spot!
Nitika S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tori P.
8 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday
Tori P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Otilia T.
21 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Otilia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
12 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Karen C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jackie M.
8 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil
Jackie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Teena W., Auckland
22 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay
Teena W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Marion B.
29 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday
Marion B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Tania S.
6 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
Tania S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Outi M.
27 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful, relaxing family holiday
Outi M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cherie T.
20 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for a lovely stay
Cherie T.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Eliza P.
17 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Cyclone Getaway
Eliza P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leslie H.
3 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Views!
Leslie H.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jayde W., Whangarei
8 December 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Jayde W.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jessie N.
25 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Jessie N.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rebekah W.
6 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great spot
Rebekah W.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Katie H.
26 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot for family
Katie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah T.
7 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away
Sarah T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristal F.
14 April 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a stunning view
Kristal F.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
sunny n.
3 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bliss on the beach
sunny n.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Korina E.
6 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quality family time.
Korina E.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rory D., Auckland
1 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect in Everyway
Rory D.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth S.
6 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome warm whare
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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.....
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.
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.
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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