Idyllic views out over the water as you sip your morning coffee out on the sundeck - Does that sounds like something you need this trip? Look no further than The Tide Watcher!
The indoor open-plan flow of this holiday home blends seamlessly into its scenic backdrop through the large windows and doors on both storeys.
Sleeping up to 5 guests, The Tide Watcher is a spacious and modern place to settle into with the whole family or group. At the end of a busy day exploring the Bay of Islands, sit back and enjoy a glass of wine on the sundeck and watch the turn of the tide.
With direct access to the ferry, right on your doorstep - you'll be perfectly set-up to take the ferry to Opua. From here you can make your way up to Paihia, further on to Cape Reinga, 90 Mile Beach, or cruise the Hole in the Rock.
Summer or winter, relaxation or exploration - The Tide Watcher has you covered! Adults should closely supervise young children to ensure that they do not climb the bench seat at the top of the stairs due to risk of falling.
All guests should take care when using the internal stairs as they are steep and do not have a handrail.
Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.
Please note that the property is accessible by the Opua to Okiato vehicle ferry, which is located just down the road from the property
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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
About the area
Okiato
Located in Okiato, this cottage is near the beach. Bay of Islands Marina and Paihia Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
Is The Tide Watcher - Okiato Holiday Home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Tide Watcher - Okiato Holiday Home?
As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tide Watcher - Okiato Holiday Home on 1 July 2026 start from NZ$383, 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 The Tide Watcher - Okiato Holiday Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Tide Watcher - Okiato Holiday Home?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Tide Watcher - Okiato Holiday Home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Tide Watcher - Okiato Holiday Home located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bay of Islands and Bay of Islands Marina. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Paihia Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Lovely house, well situated, beautiful views. Comfy beds, great showers. Provided everything we needed. However, lower bedroom still has damp musty smell and we had no wifi and no Netflix as modem had failed and needed replacing. Property manager responded immediately to internet problem and replacement arranged. Read comments about noise from ferry wharf but we did not find this intrusive.
Gaynor W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rahema H.
1 March 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
wonderful location, ( apart from the noisy ferry lol) perfect amount of space, wonderful stay. Just in regards to checking in if improvements could be made by stating the lockbox is in the far left corner up high it was a little bit hard to find. Also I didn’t get an email with the check in details. Otherwise other than the dryer plug not working and having to pull it out from the wall and plug it into another plug everything was great. Just those minor improvements needed. Lastly really appreciated the complementary late checkout. Would definitely recommend to others
Rahema H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 March 2026
Hi there,
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re really glad you enjoyed the location, the space, and your overall stay, and it’s great to hear the late checkout was appreciated. We’re sorry the lockbox was a bit tricky to find, and we’ll look into updating the instructions to make its location clearer. I’ve also passed your comments about the dryer plug on to the property manager so it can be properly checked.
Regarding the check‑in details, we did send the email twice in the days leading up to your arrival, so it may have gone to spam or been missed along the way. We’re sorry it didn’t come through on your end, and we’ll double‑check everything on our side to make the process smoother.
Thanks again for the helpful feedback and for recommending the place. We’d be happy to host you again.
Kind regards,
Ricky
Bachcare Support Team