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Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!

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Balcony view south
Bach by the sea
Alfresco
Whangaumu Beach from the sea
View from balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10118 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Whangaumu Bay, Tutukaka
  • Place, Whangaumu Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tutukaka Marina
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!

Peace of mind:
Full refund offered for cancellations due to Covid travel restrictions.
Yes, we have increased our deep cleaning protocols and sanitising policies in light of pandemic control guidelines.
Facilities:
Two story well appointed true 1960's kiwi bach style.
Fully furnished and equipped for that getaway holiday experience.
Tank water, on demand pressure sensitive water pump.
Large lawn for activities and parking.
Fully fenced.
Excellent cell phone reception and WIFI.
Bed linen, towels, face cloths, and beach towels included.
Please note: no internal access between floors. Upper level access is by external staircase. There is a child gate at the top of the staircase. Separate queen bedroom downstairs, off the bunk room (with another queen bed). The King bedroom is upstairs.

Tutukaka 5 minutes by car for petrol, shop, restaurants and marina.
Ngunguru 8 minutes by car for wider range of supplies, takeaway food, golf course, multisports and club house.
Special conditions:
* Maximum number of occupants allowed to overnight on the property is 10
* There is a built-in seat around the balcony. No child or adult is permitted to stand on the seat and lean over the rail.
* Items in garage are not for guest use sorry, garage is usually locked
*Small red dinghy available free of charge, oars and floatation vests included
* Pets are not allowed. We may make a specific exception for a small pet, but only upon enquiry and agreement.
* Please note, some of our family have a small dog with us when we stay at the bach, in case you have a relevant allergy.

Bond hold on your Credit Card- released/refundable if standards met (Required, NZ$600.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean/vacuum the house and do the dishes before you leave.

Pricing: the base rental includes two guests, with a per-person/per-night charge for all others. This appears as a lump sum "additional guest" charge in the VRBO price breakdown statement. Please do not be alarmed when you see it at the second installment request. It is not additional to the original quoted total.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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
Minimum age of primary renter: 25 years

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tutukaka

Located in Tutukaka, this holiday home is on 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 Whangaumu Bay and Motutara Island. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Whangaumu Bay, Tutukaka

What's nearby

  • Whangaumu Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Tutukaka Marina - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Matapouri Bay - 11 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 28 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Ruakaka Beach - 54 min drive - 74.5 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Eats - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Schnappa Rock Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Knights Restaurant + Cafe + Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oceans Resort Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!?

As of 5 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! on 23 April 2026 start from NZ$256, 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 Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tutukaka holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Whangaumu Bay and Motutara Island. Rahomaunu Island and Philip Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location with an incredible view of the bay and easy access to endless beach walks and swims. The bach had great amenities for a week away!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mathew and Hannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful spot, the beach is peaceful and safe swimming : the house is well setup with all You need, great for a group, cozy sleeping downstairs if you do have 10 but the photos portray this, and the hosts were quick on call and friendly for queries Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and perfect for our two little families. The kids could come and go freely from the beach, and we could keep an eye on them at all times. The bach had everything you need for a weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

j h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic position and facilities... Thank You FredBWJoe and family
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

julie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication, kitchen and bath functioned well, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

rhonda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing stay at this lovely bach that is fully stocked with all the amenties you could possibly want. It was very clean and has views to die for.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

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

Great place to stay

Great Bach in fantastic position right on the beach with amazing views from the upstairs rooms and balconies. Wonderfully well equipped and lots of toys and games for children and adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

g h.

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

Family holiday

Unbeatable location imhoAmazing bachGreat host
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Neil W.

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

Lovely beach typical kiwi beach

Weather was perfect and very quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

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

Family fun

Great location and facilities were good
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pascal L.

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

Perfect location

We really loved our stay as the location is perfect right on a beautiful beach with a stunning walk …. The Bach itself is very cute
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh B., Auckland

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

Amazing spot right by the beach

We couldn’t ask for a better spot and the Bach was just as described and had everything we needed. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Whangaumu Bay

wonderful place. Right on the glorious beach. Sunny and open. really well set up and comfortable. A great place for a family holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

g h.

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

Family holiday

Unbeatable location , fantastic facilities , and a supportive, communicative host … Our third year staying here 🙂🙂 5 stars are insufficient !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Etienne R.

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

Awesome stay

We loved our stay at the bach. Like a little piece of heaven on earth. Fred was extremely helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan L.

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

fantastic weekend at wellingtons

Magic spot on a kids friendly beach. Lovely home, fully equipped and great fun to visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky C.

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

Amazing spot

Fantastic bach, clean tidy with everything you need and a beautiful view.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Marvellous bach

We had a lovely time right at the ocean. Incredible location!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Great little holiday at Whangaumu

Love this place. Comfortable, inviting, unpretentious and Instantly relaxing. Proximity to beach and view second to none.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Nigel B.

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

Wellington Bay Bach

Great place, in a great location. The view from the living area is fabulous. Right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh R.

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

Fantastic!

The house is exactly as you’d expect it to be, but better! The location is sensational!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Etienne R.

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

Awesome family holiday

This was the perfect family holiday. The house is perfectly located on the most beautiful beach. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

rhonda c.

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

A piece of Paradise

Had a delightful 4 days in this lovely bach - it has an amazing view right on the beachfront and is stocked with everything you could need and more - highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

g h.

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

Unbeatable beachfront location

Traditional Kiwi holiday. Superb family accomodation with all amenities and more . Great communication and support Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

erin j.

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

Lovely

Great getaway from the city. Very comfortable and quaint
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Fred Bauer

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What makes this property unique

Close to numerous attractions on the world famous Tutukaka coast !

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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