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Great Spot by the Estuary in Whangateau Harbour

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Front deck and dining
Dining
Bedroom and living flow to deck
dining flow to front deck
Tidal beach right over the road

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Whangateau, Auckland
  • Place, Mathesons Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Matakana Village
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Omaha Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Great Spot by the Estuary in Whangateau Harbour

This bach is a great spot with jetty by the water. Fully renovated to be wheelchair accessible with 3 bedroom bungalow with 3 queen beds, plus small sofa bed and mattresses on the lounge floor can accommodate up to 9. Harbour and small tidal beach across the road. Within 2 hours of high tide you can access Whangateau Harbour right off our jetty.

Our neighbouring property through the gate (listed as "A Kiwi Classic") means you can be together for family groups of up to 20 or more.

The space

Conveniently situated on the road heading to Leigh from the Matakana township, this fully renovated kiwi bach with a large new north facing deck is a great location perfect for family holiday accommodation, overseas guest accommodation, special occasions, weekday retreats and weekend getaways.

It is a large property by the creek, sunny and sheltered from the prevailing wind. Bordered by a council reserve which only you have access to.

7 minutes from Matakana market and 7 minutes from Goat island marine reserve.

- This bach backs onto a tidal estuary and Coxhead creek and is across the road from the idyllic Whangateau Harbour.

- Only minutes from beaches, eateries, vineyards, Matakana township and family friendly activities.

- Nice flow to deck for enjoyment and hosting.

Conveniently situated on the main road heading east from the Matakana township toward Mathesons Bay, Leigh, Goat Island Marine Reserve and Pakiri, this fully renovated kiwi bach is perfect for family holiday accommodation, overseas guest accommodation, special occasions, weekday retreats and weekend getaways.

Located just one hour north of Auckland City, the bach has three bedrooms, one bathroom, open plan living/kitchen/dining and some great outdoor living areas including a north facing deck that spills out onto the front lawn. The estuary flows under a small bridge through to Whangateau Harbour across the road which can be accessed by kayak (And yes there is 2x kayaks available for use under the deck including life jackets).

The 3 bedrooms have new queen sized beds plus three spare mattresses which can go on the floor.

Take this great opportunity to get north of Auckland to one of New Zealand's best most accessible holiday spots.

Guest access

You have access to the whole property.

Please note this property does not come with linen but can be hired at $40 per person.
Smoking and Vaping Outside only.

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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
Children need to be supervised at high tide.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets only by prior arrangement.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9589228
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Whangateau

Located in Whangateau, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Matakana Cinemas and Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Matakana Village and Matakana Weekend Market. Reptile Park and Goat Island are also worth visiting.
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Whangateau, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Mathesons Bay - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Goat Island - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Matakana Village - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Omaha Beach - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Orewa Beach - 42 min drive - 54.4 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪8 Wired Barrelworks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Zen Den - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Goose Bakery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Leigh Fish 'N Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Stables - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Spot by the Estuary in Whangateau Harbour pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Great Spot by the Estuary in Whangateau Harbour?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great Spot by the Estuary in Whangateau Harbour on 12 May 2026 start from NZ$443, 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 Great Spot by the Estuary in Whangateau Harbour?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Great Spot by the Estuary in Whangateau Harbour?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Spot by the Estuary in Whangateau Harbour?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Spot by the Estuary in Whangateau Harbour located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Reptile Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Mathesons Bay. Goat Island and Action Ninja World are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

William H.

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

Great location at a great price

Very relaxing and close to everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

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

Great spacious and comfortable

We loved staying at this comfortable home. Nicely situated to visit the area. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2024
Thanks Teri for being great guests and leaving the house so tidy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liliana Jane M.

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

Beautiful spot

Really enjoyed our stay here, an absolutely beautiful location despite the rainy weather when we came. Had a great time using the kayaks too!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

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

little getaway

Beautiful home and perfect for a little getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2024
Thanks Kenneth glad it worked out well. I am keen to hear how the wheelchair accessibility works for your friends.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yiselle L.

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

Lovely place

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay for the long weekend. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 December 2023
Glad you enjoyed it Yiselle and thanks for your kind comments
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Family Catch Up

We had a wonderful time staying at this property with family. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again soon :) Ross and Anna Davis
Verified

8/10 Good

Ines

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely house, has everything you need tor a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

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

Comfy

All we needed & great spot to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caryl C.

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

Easter weekend

Great house Very well set up. Lovely location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2025
Five star guests
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayden P.

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

Great home away from home

Nice property with everything you need for a great trip away. Amazing coffee machine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Great stay

Awesome place right next to the estuary. Lots of amenities provided and the check in and out process was super easy. Ross is great at communicating too! Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen P.

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

Great spot

Great spot, went for a wedding. Close to Leigh, beaches and Sawmill cafeLittle hard to find as numbers not seen from road and a bit of a drop down from road to drivewayReally peaceful and well equipped
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melanie s.

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

Lovely Lovely Lovely

Our group of 6 had a fab mini vacation, the house was perfect, clean, cosy and centrally located in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

April L.

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

Lovely place

The rain was pouring during our stay but we were lucky and very comfortable inside the house. Very cozy and I’m sure it’s beautiful in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

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

Excellent bach for family

Location was so convenient, in front of bach it has an estuary which was picturesque, large back garden for children to run around. Overall the bach was so well looked after, and the manager was so helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom R.

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

Cool bach

Great little spot for families and friends. Well set up and stones throw to the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 April 2023
Thanks so much Tom for looking after the place so well. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen K.

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

Xmas stay

Lovely open plan living to sunroom, great outlook to mangroves. Comfy beds. Nice bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2024
Glad you enjoyed the stay Stephen Come again:)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharnelle F.

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

Awesome Family Stay

The house was exactly what were looking for in a holiday home. The coffee machine was the bonus. Enough outdoor space for all activities. The kayaks were a great hit with all the little and big kids. Beautiful piece of land. Definitely booking again on our next visit to NZ.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2024
Thanks Sharnelle It was a pleasure to have you stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela G.

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

Nice

Have enjoyed our stay. Thanks for everything. Daniela
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

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

Great little backwater

Nice to be on an estuary and in a relative backwater place ....quiet and no hype. But close to activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cath S.

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

Fantastic location and fabulous facilities!

We loved our stay at this brilliant bach, which delivered on everything we were looking for in a short family break. Handy for Matakana, Omaha and Tawharanui, as well as our new favourite beach Matheson Bay, it is also a place where you can stay put and relax. The kids loved the board games, kayaks and the huge yard for cricket, while we enjoyed the outlook over the water, the excellent coffee machine and the space inside and out. We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2024
So glad the place worked well for you all. Thanks for looking after the place so well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

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

Whangateau trip

Lovely house in a lovely location halfway betwen Leigh and Matakana. Comfy beds, the decks were great for sitting outside. Having an accessible shower was great for my mother - i would like to recommend an anti slip mat for the tiled floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca B.

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

Highly recommend

Our stay was amazing, we had everything we needed and did not want to leave the property. The beautiful deck opens up onto the estuary where you can hop in the kayaks at high tide or sit at the jetty with your morning coffee. The house had everything we needed to cook, have a bbq and play some games and cards around the table. Straight across the road you can swim in the ocean with stunning farmland, mangroves, and views beyond. We would happily book again for another stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2025
Bianca was a pleasure to host. She has great comms and she left the place so spotless we wondered for a moment whether she had been in the house! Joking aside I would highly recommend Bianca and hope she comes again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pamlita l.

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

A blissful retreat

I recently had the pleasure of staying this charming bach nestled in the heart of nature. The breathtaking location, cozy interior, and impeccable attention to detail made it a truly delightful experience. The fully equipped kitchen, spacious deck, and comfortable bed added to the overall comfort and enjoyment. The surrounding area offered a range of outdoor activities, and the owners' warm hospitality was exceptional. I highly recommend this bach for a peaceful retreat and an opportunity to reconnect with nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2023
Thanks so much Pamlita for that lovely review. We get a lot of enjoyment from your enjoyment of the place and glad you appreciated the details we have put into renovating it. Hopefully you can come again :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

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

Wedding Weekend

I booked both of Ross' properties to accomodate me, my fiance, our kids and our bridal party and it was one of the best decisons i made! The houses were awesome and there was so much space! The convenience was unmatched and everyone else agreed. Both houses gave us the feeling of home away from home and we all had a blast. Thank you so much! Would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 February 2024
Thanks Caroline. Glad the places worked so well for you.

About the host

Hosted by thebach398

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Kia ora, Our names are Anna and Ross Davis and we are originally from Auckland and have lived many years in Wellington. We are part of a large Māori, Pākehā and Moana Pacific families.

Why they chose this property

We bought the bach as we love sailing and mucking around on the water in small boats. We hope the kids love climbing one of the regions most beautiful pohutukawa trees, paddle boarding at high tide and even at low tide we love the long walks across the harbour. Bring old shoes or sandals.

What makes this property unique

Fully renovated, right by the water with own jetty and Whangateau harbour right across the road. Harbour is shallow and safe ideal for small children. Property is not fenced to the creek which is deep at high tide

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