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Stunning beach house within stone’s throw of the beach

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Patio
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Hot Water Beach, Hot Water Beach
  • Place, Hot Water Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cathedral Cove
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Hahei Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Stunning beach house within stone’s throw of the beach

Oceanside Cottage is just across the road from the beach. It is modern and clean and has everything you need for a fabulous Kiwi-style beachside holiday in one of New Zealand's most unique and beautiful locations.

Unique to Hot Water Beach are the naturally heated thermal springs which bubble to the sand's surface at low tide. At this time, armed with a spade, tourists and locals alike dig hot pools in the sand and soak in their own personal natural spa while gazing out onto the beach and its surrounds.

The beach is known for its fabulous breaks and the waves are great for boogie boarding as well as surfing. An estuary nestled into the side of the beach offers a swimming and paddling area for young children.

The surrounding area has a huge range of things to do for all ages including walking or catching a boat to the famous Cathedral Cove, playing golf, diving, fishing, kayaking, horse-riding and enjoying fine wine and food.
Special conditions:
No camping or extra guests please. No parking of any vehicle on the lawn. Car parking is for available for one car only (no motor homes)

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen hire (Optional, NZ$10.00 per person); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20040285
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Hot Water Beach

Located in Hot Water Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery and Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve and Purangi Regional Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Hot Water Beach, Hot Water Beach

What's nearby

  • Hot Water Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Hahei Beach - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 27 min drive - 40.0 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 48 min drive - 69.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Church Restaurant and Accomodation - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Pour House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hahei Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Blue Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hot Waves - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning beach house within stone’s throw of the beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning beach house within stone’s throw of the beach?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning beach house within stone’s throw of the beach on 15 May 2026 start from NZ$325, 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 Stunning beach house within stone’s throw of the beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning beach house within stone’s throw of the beach?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning beach house within stone’s throw of the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning beach house within stone’s throw of the beach located?

This family-friendly Hot Water Beach holiday home is located near the beach, steps from Hot Water Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hahei Beach and Cathedral Cove. Stingray Bay and Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location and a pleasant house to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location great facilities. Would recommend this place 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous bach, heaps of space, good kitchen equipment. The most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. It was incredible and i had some excellent sleep!The christmas tree was a brilliant amd thoughtful touch - thank you. Being able to walk down to the beach in seconds was fab, i spent a lot of time down there. We all loved staying here and wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most amazing holiday and absolutely loved staying here!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale E.

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

Very comfortable cottage

Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Beautiful spot

Hot water beach is simply magical at night when there are no crowds. We were so happy we were able to enjoy several nights at this lovely cottage. The place was so comfortable and had a nice kitchen for cooking because we didn’t want to leave once we got there! Our favorite place to stay on our whole trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas B.

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

Great Location - Relaxing Enviroment

It’s right by the beach and had nice chairs to lounge in, what more could you ask for
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsi S.

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

Beautiful Location / House

Beautiful, clean house in a prime location - right across from the beach. Highly recommend staying.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2024
Thanks so much for your review Kelsi and thanks so much for your patience with the maintenance issue!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ian W.

I highly recommend this property, we had an awesome stay if only for a few nights.

I highly recommend this property, we had an awesome stay if only for a few nights. The property is perfectly located only a stones throw away to the beach. Beautiful views of Hotwater beach from kitchen and lounge/dining area. Everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thanks very much for your feedback Ian and I'm so pleased you had a great time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Excellent location, great cottage

The cottage was perfectly located near the beach, we could hear the sea at night. The cottage was very spacious and had a good sized outdoor area with lots of different seating options. The kids loved been able to use the body boards and beach stuff that was provided and we had a great time digging a hot pool on the beach everyday. Great nespresso machine too!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

This place is hot !

Everything that we hoped for ! In fact, beyond our expectations !
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

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

Nice house nice location

House was very nice. Comfortable and well stocked. Short walk to the beach. Its just too bad there isn't a view of the water. But its still worth the visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne F.

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

Great Spot

Nice place for three adults. Lovely outdoor area with a baby Q bbq, loungers and seating. Nice big master bedroom and comfy lounge. Kitchen and bathroom did the trick with the necessities. SO close to the beach you can check the conditions in your PJs
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GRETCHEN P.

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

Great bach close to the action!

My husband and I enjoyed our time at Hot Water Beach. Although there is no view of the beach from the house, the proximity to the beach make up for it. The shore is visible as soon as you're on the driveway and literally just across the street. I woke early every morning, made coffee, then enjoyed it on the bench overlooking the beach. No one was around except a worker tidying up. Although the beach was crowded on weekends, how the house was situated (the second one in from the street) provided privacy and was quiet. The well-appointed bach has everything you need for an enjoyable stay; comfortable sofas and beds, quality linens and beach towels, blackout shades, a spacious bath and nice shower, W/D, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, coffee, and Netflix. A highlight not mentioned in previous reviews was a pair of free-range hens who came by to visit daily, even though white rice was the only thing on the menu. Lol. They only added to the charm. Hot Waves Cafe is just a short walk away and has delicious treats and coffee. The coffee truck and convenience store at Hahei were also a plus. As mentioned previously, you will need to hit the grocery store before arriving. Although we did not use it, an outdoor grill is provided. I should also mention that this was also the cleanest beach bach I have ever stayed at too. The new floors make for a quick and easy clean-up; broom and vacuum provided. I highly recommend this to anyone coming to the area. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen E.

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

Lovely presented bach

Great location right near beach, pretty bach. Only thing that needs doing is bathroon shower needs to be re-grouted.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ben h.

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

Exceptionally tidy and clean. Fantastic location.

Loved our holiday at this great property. Only thing missing for us was a coffee plunger but can’t complain as there was a Nespresso machine and capsules to go with. Will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

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

Beachlife bliss

What a stunning spot, and a fantasticly provisioned house. We LOVED our stay with our 2 kids, everything we needed and more was there. Thank you so much, we look forward to returning at some stage in the future. :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Weeding Getaway

Awesome spot, accommodation fabulous and catered for every need. Had daughters wedding to attend so didn't get to see all the sights so will definitely be back to see more!! Thanks Kerry and Andrew.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manjula S.

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

Perfection by the beach

Fabulous bach with everything you need. We loved staying here and will definitely be back. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan B.

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

Pleasant time at the beach

It was a great time near the beach and the house was very well arranged with everything we needed. The location is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz v.

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

Excellent choice

Amazing location, very comfortable beds, nice towels and linen. We were very happy staying here and especially loved that we didnt have to bring sheets and towels. Would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

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

Cute beach house

This was a charming and clean little house on Hot Water Beach. Great value -- we had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tegan W.

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

Short walk to the beach

Easy walk to the beach - spades and buckets available to dig your own pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Occasion

Location excellent, property very good, the only things that let down our stay was the bbq was in very bad repair and we were unable to use it. The inside shower had very poor pressure, we wanted to use the outside shower as an alternative but was very public.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

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