Harbour Fern Retreat - Matapouri Holiday Home

This home offers warmth, comfort, and the timeless charm of a traditional kiwi bach. A cosy fireplace sets the scene for cooler evenings, while the mounted TV and comfortable couches invite you to unwind.

It’s easy to wander through a lattice of bush walking tracks across the property, and this home offers a sense of privacy and tranquillity that will have you settling in and slowing down from the moment you arrive.

The well-equipped kitchen includes everything you need—dishwasher, Nespresso machine—while the open-plan living flows effortlessly to a generous deck gazing out over the harbour. Bifold doors open wide to dissolve the boundary between indoors and out, creating a seamless connection to sun-soaked outdoor dining.

Adventure awaits in every direction. Spend your days fishing, kayaking, surfing, paddleboarding, or discovering the many white-sand beaches that make this coastline famous. In under five minutes you’ll reach family-friendly Matapōuri Beach, its estuary, and the sheltered Matapōuri Inlet Reserve. In Tutukākā, the marina is your gateway to world-class experiences including fishing charters and boat tours to the Poor Knights Islands for snorkelling and diving.

Convenience is close at hand, with a general store, takeaway options, and a seasonal wood-fired pizza spot in Matapōuri. In Tutukākā, Schnappa Rock and the marina restaurant offer relaxed dining, while Ngunguru provides cafés, takeaways, and grocery stores for everything you need during your stay.

Harbour Fern Retreat is the perfect base for your family Matapouri escape.
Please note that there are security cameras, placed in the outdoor areas that will be operating for added security during your stay. 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.