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Cosy bach overlooking stunning Houhora harbour

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Front section Steps go down to harbour
Exterior
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Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Pukenui, Northland
  • Rangiputa Beach
  • Ninety Mile Beach
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Karikari Peninsula
    ‪62 min drive‬
  • Kaitaia (KAT)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Downstairs queen

1 Queen Bed

main

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs twin

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Cosy bach overlooking stunning Houhora harbour

Modest 2 storey bach overlooking the Houhora Harbour.
Being waterfront the bach has great swimming and paddle boarding from the front garden down a flight of stairs at the bottom of the garden.
Bottom storey has to be accessed from the outside down a concrete pathway. No internal stairs. Second bathroom downstairs.
Please ask about boat parking. This is a classic Kiwi Bach situated on the edge of the Harbour offering fishing, swimming and boating.
Approximately one hours drive from Cape Reinga and 45 minutes north of Kaitaia.
Convenient 4 Square grocery, takeaways and restaurant are all within walking distance including 2 wharves and boat ramps.
















Property manager

Shirley Dryden

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have no cots. There is a verandah and steps.
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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

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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Pukenui

Located in Pukenui, this holiday home is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Ninety Mile Beach and Te Paki Recreation Reserve can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Carrington Golf Course.
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Pukenui, Northland

What's nearby

  • Ninety Mile Beach - 40 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Taipa Beach - 53 min drive - 68.8 km
  • Coopers Beach - 59 min drive - 74.2 km
  • Tokerau Beach - 60 min drive - 75.8 km
  • Karikari Peninsula - 62 min drive - 75.5 km

Getting around

  • Kaitaia (KAT) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pukenui Pacific Bar & Cafe - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy bach overlooking stunning Houhora harbour pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy bach overlooking stunning Houhora harbour?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy bach overlooking stunning Houhora harbour?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy bach overlooking stunning Houhora harbour located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 8.7 mi (13.9 km) from Ninety Mile Beach and within 32 miles (52 km) of Ancient Kauri Kingdom and Okahu Estate Winery. Te Ahu Centre and Far North Regional Museum are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Accommodation in Pukenui

Amazing property- amazing view. All that you need for a summer break in the North
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Beautiful views

Loved our stay here. The bach has everything that you need and the view is amazing. We were lucky to be there during the full moon so were able to enjoy the stunning sunrises as well as the beautiful reflections of the moon on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mandy K.

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

Wonderful gem

Great property, great location just absolutely magic!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadia S.

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

Great Family Spot

Lovely bach with a nice big deck and beautiful views of the harbour. Everything you need and lots of space for kids to play. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolynne B.

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

Really Excellent

We would highly recommend Marg's Place. I was clean tidy and perfect for our couple of days away.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marina M.

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

Amazing views of the harbour

Loved our stay at this property. It had everything we needed for our long weekend. Our adult group had enough room with the downstairs room to not be in one another's way. We made the most of the outside deck and amazing view. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Anne C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good views

Great landarea and views. Updating and better cleaning needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Scott B.

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

Great location

This property was clean, well maintained and warm in winter (especially when the sun had been shining for a day). Beds were comfortable. Access/egress for a mid-sized trailer boat was problematic, but manageable, and the owner alerted us to this before travelling.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David B.

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

Off the beaten track

The overwhelming features of this property are the amazing views, open skies and the starry nights due to little light pollution. The bach itself was roomy if rather basic and a little tired, nonetheless we had a pleasant stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Masaru T.

Liked: Cleanliness

good loction

We had a good time. However it would be nicer if a cleaner could dispose the rubbish instead of us travelling 500 metres to the rubbish station.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

charly h.

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

Harvey

Location was amazing, loved it Just the down stairs dampness was a downer, everything was wet sadly, but we loved it Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Julie S.

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

Awesome view

What a beautiful sea view. Pictures dont show how close to neighbours you are as noise does travel. Would i book again no, not because of the place or the host but because we are a noisey family who like to get together and have fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki F.

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

A slice of paradise

This quintessential NZ bach is situated with the best views and suited our needs perfectly. It was so comfortable, communication with the property owner was superb and I would definitely stay here again. The sunrises are spectacular!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rosa J.

16 A Harbour View Rd, Pukenui

Accomodation is clean with the exception of some crawlers. Toilet flush tank malfunctioning. There was an instruction on how to use it. We got it in the end after multiple tries. No milk in the fridge. In all of the accomodations that we had been, there is always a bottle of milk. I guess it’s an .assumption on my part
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Philip W.

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

My stay

Great place,great location,needs wifi
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Olwen W., ORPINGTON, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Well equipped, restful bach. Stunning views

The accommodation was very spacious and well equipped, and the ice cream sellers nearby a real bonus! The swimming area down the steps at the end of the garden was wonderful, with many small marine creatures to see and calm water to enjoy. The rooms are basic but comfortable and clean. Shirley was great with communications too. All the family really enjoyed our stay, even the games to play on wet days. Hourhora is a peaceful spot but the local beaches are wonderful and the Four Square and cafe more than met our needs. .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alistair S.

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

Great kiwi batch

Exactly what we were after, a typical kiwi batch, great location for all types of fishing and just chilling out ,breakfast and dinner on the deck every day at 21 degrees and you do no get tired of that view, the locals are friendly and helpful suggesting hints to do etc…will certainly return in the future
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

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

Iconic Views

Classic kiwi bach - ideal location - great views
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martin K.

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

Great spot

Awesome place, close to the wharfs and shops. Clean, tidy and easy communication. thanks again
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louuise S.

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

Unspoiled Bach Life

What a perfect spot. Houhora itself is a unique place. Unspoiled, picturesque, friendly place to unwind. The Bach is set back from the main road, so no noise. Amazing view across the harbour. Perfect for older kids to muck about in the water at the end of the garden, or for adults to enjoy the view from the deck. Really enjoyed our stay, thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

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

Best location

What a stunning location. 300m away from any part of Pukenui that you would like to go to. The most amazing view from the lounge or the deck. Walk down to the bottom of the garden and the stairs will take you to the waterfront. Everything is a bit dated but then again it is a bach, so what do you expect. At least everything works and is in good condition. I couldnt have asked for more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yuan W.

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

Nice place

Was good when we went up. Needed a place with multiple bedrooms for family etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gemma M.

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

Awesome

We were up for a funeral and was so nice to stay in a beautiful spot. With a 12 month old and 6 year old the deck was perfect and with the in-laws the separate areas was good. Amazing stay and shirley was lovely giving me a call before hand and giving us advice. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shafura S.

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

Excellent

Overall a pleasant stay. Everything was very tidy and clean. Will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

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

Loved our stay

Property gets such an amazing view we loved it. Bach is older, however great deck area which is perfect for keeping kids safe. A couple of the beds need replacing but it has everything you need and we had a wonderful time. Two showers make things a lot easier.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

About the host

Hosted by Shirley Dryden

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Why they chose this property

The Far north is a very special area. You can easily explore both coasts

Languages:

English
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