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Oakura Beachfront Cottage Escape

Beachfront villa with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6110.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Oakura Beach
  • Place, Pukekura Park
  • Place, Bowl of Brooklands
  • Airport, New Plymouth (NPL)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bedroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Oakura Beachfront Cottage Escape

Summary:
Welcome to Chester Cottage, your perfect beach escape.
- Original kiwi bach with a chilled beach vibe
- Ocean views from almost every room
- Fully equipped kitchen (no dishwasher)
- Large private deck for relaxation
- Master suite with king bed and walk-in wardrobe
- Direct beach access, rare for the area
- Cost-effective accommodation in a sought-after location

The Space:
Chester Cottage is a charming original kiwi bach located in the picturesque beach village of Oakura. Just a ten-minute drive from New Plymouth on New Zealand's stunning West Coast, this property offers a laid-back atmosphere perfect for a relaxing family holiday. With direct beach access and surrounded by multi-million dollar homes, the location is truly exceptional. Guests can enjoy the local boutique shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it an ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The cottage features a unique blend of original decor and a chilled beach vibe, ensuring a cozy retreat. Almost every room offers breathtaking ocean and beach views, inviting you to unwind and soak in the serene surroundings.

Comfortable Accommodation:
- Master suite on the second floor with a king bed, bathroom, and walk-in wardrobe
- Two additional bedrooms on the main level: one with a queen bed and one twin bedroom with two single beds
- Open plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen (no dishwasher)

Interior Feeling:
- Warm and inviting atmosphere with little nooks for relaxation
- Personal touches from the owners, as the cottage is still used by them
- Ocean views from nearly every room

Outdoor Bliss:
- Large private and sheltered deck with ocean views
- Direct beach access, providing a perfect spot for swimming, surfing, and windsurfing
- A peaceful environment to wander along the beach

Delightful Dining:
- Well-equipped kitchen with essential cooking supplies
- Guests are provided with cooking oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk, and cleaning products

Professional Cleaning:
- All linen and towels are provided and professionally laundered
- Cleaning prior to arrival meets Ministry of Health standards
- Guests are required to leave the property tidy, with all dishes washed

Extra Services:
- Noon Check-in and Noon Checkout available for an additional fee
- Boost Clean service can be arranged upon request
- Properties are for accommodation purposes only; no gatherings or parties allowed

Please note that there is no 027 cell coverage on the Oakura beachfront, and Wi-Fi can be intermittent, making this property unsuitable for business travelers. Bookings exceeding 10 days will incur an extra mid-term cleaning and linen fee every seven days.

Chester Cottage is the perfect escape for those looking to enjoy the beauty of Oakura beach while experiencing the comfort of a traditional kiwi bach.

Interaction with Guests:
Bach Break manage this property and are only a phone call or email away. Office hours are from 8am to 8:30pm.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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

About the area

Oakura

Located in Oakura, this villa is on the beach. TSB Showplace and Puke Ariki are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kaitake Golf Club and Fitzroy Golf Club. Ringcraft Moana and New Plymouth Observatory are also worth visiting.
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Oakura, Taranaki Region

What's nearby

  • Oakura Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 11 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Pukekura Park - 14 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 16 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Fitzroy Beach - 16 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪OFS: Oakura Fish Shop - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪locals cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Butlers Reef - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Magic - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mantra - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Oakura Beachfront Cottage Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oakura Beachfront Cottage Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oakura Beachfront Cottage Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oakura Beachfront Cottage Escape located?

Situated on the beach, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Oakura Beach, Shearer Reserve and Oakura Library. Corbett Park and Kaitake Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Excellent location

great stay - both sea and river to swim in
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew a.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Classic Bach feel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayden H.

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

Great spot

Lovely stay in a great location with the most amazing views
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa S.

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

Fantastic getaway

Wonderful property, fantastic views of the beach. Comfy beds, well equipped, a very restful break. We would definitely return.

10/10 Excellent

Carolien O.

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

birthday treat

Chester cottage is waterfront beach which is extremely unique. A weather bomb hit nz so we stayed inside listened to the waves crashing and watching movies with a lovely fire going. Top notch comfortable bed and couch in remarkable beach setting. I wasnt well to do anything but two nights there was peaceful. A unique stay in a beautiful spot of nz.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beryl P.

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

Beautiful Outlook

Lovely view over the black sand beach - would be beautiful in any weather! Well equipped and comfortable house - the upstairs retreat was particularly special
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

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

Fantastic spot

Had a fabulous long weekend here. The outside could do with a good tidy up very sandy mats etc. Also a lot of the crockery and cutlery was not very clean but overall great house thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lee W.

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

Gorgeous Views

Lovely setting, view stunning. Plenty of space especially in the upstairs bedroom, bathroom and alcove. Generous sized dining table. Good lighting especially for those who like to read in bed. Comfortable. Easier access to the beach at the end of the street than from the rental. There were negatives as described below, but overall a good stay.Downstairs' bathroom very cramped. No instructions on operating anything in the rental. Had to call rental company, Bach Break. They sent someone out who showed how the oven worked but who also could find no instructions on property. All too late in time for dinner. Microwave quirky, worked sometimes and not others. With instructions we might have been able to master its operation. There is a washer but no dryer. There is a clothesline and things dried quickly as it was summer, but the clothespins are all rusty and covered with spider webs. Potential for staining clothes due to the rust.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laine H.

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

Amazing location and views

Great to be so close to the water and the nearby eatery’s loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

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

Relaxing and Private

Very easy to feel at home. The weather wasn’t always the greatest but the house was warm and my husband spent a happy time on the covered balcony gazing at the sea. Lots of walks on the beach and the tracks. The sea was a constant companion. A great escape for a few days. Would like to stay longer next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

donna r., New Zealand

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

Beach view

As soon as we walked in could smell the cleanliness of the place. Beautiful decor. Comfortable sofa and great having sky. Loved listening to the waves and close to amenities. So easy to relax and put your feet up. Love the track to the beach and beautiful sunsets
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy L.

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

Beach holiday

We had a lovely time, house looks over the beach. We enjoyed the sound of the sea, the house was clean and tidy. Beds really comfortable. Looking forward to going back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Peyton P.

Stunning

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Incredible view and beautiful cottage to stay in. Wonderful experience and loved having the fireplace at night. Would definitely recommend it as it’s an absolutely fantastic spot!
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah Jane B.

Beautiful home away from home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were over the moon with the Chester Cottage. Beautiful with stunning views and very private. We enjoyed our week away and are excited to visit again.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Visiting Family in the Area

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The rental was lovely. It was set up well for the four of us. It has lots of great views and nice path to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay.
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8/10 Good

Emma L.

Amazing location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Located right on the beach, perfect spot for a quiet break.

10/10 Excellent

Natalie P.

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

Lovely place to stay!

My Mum came over from Canada to visit us. It was the perfect place to stay and so close to the beach! Lots of space! We made great memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Amie P.

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

Gorgeous house. Perfect spot!

House is amazing and located a very short walk down to the beach. Just needed a good clean and some more cutlery.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Leigh H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great location, house needs attention

The house has not been deep cleaned in a very long time. We killed a minimum of 15 spiders during our 3 nights there…one of which was LARGE and in the bed during the middle of the night. We had a water emergency and it took us 4 calls and over 30 minutes combined of our morning to even get someone to answer the phone (even their emergency line). Luckily the water issue was the shower would not turn off, but the water was contained to the bathtub. Otherwise the entire upstairs would have flooded before anyone answered the phone. As a result we only had the very tiny shower to use (master bath was out of commission) for 2/3 of our stay. The agency felt $60 NZ was an amount that we should have been grateful for. I was not overjoyed with this based on the level of the issue, but also did not want to waste any more holiday time dealing with them. Summary: house is in a great spot but until it is under different management with better cleaning I would not stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Chester Cottage

Great location, superb outlook, high quality accommodation. Highly recommended. Excellent communication via Bach Break
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
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6/10 Okay

Margaret R., McLean

Has Potential But ...

Rating Details: The property manager was somewhat unhelpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Chester Cottage could be a lovely place if some upkeep and maintenance was done. There is no shelf or storage space in the second bathroom. The steps down to the beach need to be repaired and the shubbery needs to be cut back. Take down all the cobwebs would make it much cleaner. Maintaining and trimming all the bushes and shrubs would allow better views of the ocean and all around. The bedrooms were adequate. The kitchen had too many unorganized drawers and cupboards -- a thorough cleanout and purging of duplicates and old items would be a good idea. When Bach Break management was contacted requesting a replacement for a broken item, there was no response at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsty M.

Holiday escape

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Fantastic sea view, comfortable beds clean and tidy. Short stroll to beach only issue is our stay was too short!
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Incredible beach house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay, what a special escape. We will be back
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Incredible beach house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay, what a special escape. We will be back
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick M.

Oakura Beachfront

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Chester Cottage was great and we would highly recommend. Beachfront with access through a short path through the trees in front. Our young children loved the river running into the see for swimming which was close by. Lovely sheltered quiet deck with dining area and upstairs bedroom and on suite were private if hosting other friends or family.

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