Hosts on the Coast Classic at Cooks

Classic on Cooks is a much-loved family bach full of relaxed retro charm, perfectly located near beautiful Cooks Beach. Comfortable, casual and welcoming, it’s the ideal spot for a classic Kiwi beach holiday.

The bach has two bedrooms, including a dorm room, which is a converted garage attached to the house and makes the perfect kids’ hangout. This fun space has four beds and a couch, giving the kids their own place to relax after a day at the beach. The main bedroom inside the house features a queen bed and doors opening onto the deck — a lovely place to enjoy your morning coffee in the fresh sea air. The bathroom includes a large shower and basin and is located off the “dorm room” and has a separate toilet.

The cosy lounge offers a comfortable couch and flat-screen TV, with easy access to the deck. Outside, you’ll find an outdoor table and BBQ, perfect for relaxed summer dinners after a day exploring the coast.

On cooler evenings, gather around the indoor dining table for a meal or a game of cards. The kitchen is well equipped with everything you need to cook your favourite holiday meals, plus plenty of space to store your holiday supplies. A breakfast bar with stools provides a casual spot for coffee or a quick bite.

For added convenience, the bach includes a washing machine and clothesline.

Outside there’s a lawn area for relaxing or playing, along with plenty of space for car and boat parking — ideal if you’re planning days out on the water.

Classic on Cooks offers an easy, laid-back beach escape and all the charm of a traditional Kiwi bach.


Cooks Beach is a popular holiday spot not too far from Whitianga with a stunning white sandy beach and sparkling blue water. It's perfect for a morning stroll and swimming.

The beach is not patrolled by Surf Lifesavers, so always watch the conditions. With Shakespeare Cliff to the west and the sheltered Purangi Estuary to the east. Take a walk up Shakespeare Cliff; the views are some of the most beautiful you will see.

You can also walk down to the beautiful Lonely Bay with its large limestone boulders and white sands; it's a photographer's dream.

Cooks Beach itself is perfect for a morning stroll and swimming. You can launch the boat from the Estuary end of the beach, just watch the tides. Cooks Beach has a convenience store and some great eateries. And of course, on the way to Cooks Beach, there are 2 wineries to check out!


Not too far away is Ferry Landing, which has Australasia's oldest stone wall wharf built in 1837; from there, you can catch the passenger ferry to Whitianga.


You are also a short drive away from Hahei, where, when conditions allow, you can walk the track to the world-renowned Cathedral Cove, the walk takes about 40-45 minutes. If you're not up to the walk, you can catch the Water Taxi from Hahei Beach. Also not too far away is Hot Water Beach, where at low tide you can dig a hole and sit in your own little hot pool. Spades can be hired from the local shop.
Cooks Beach is a hidden gem and not to be missed on your Coromandel experience!