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Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!

Family-friendly beachfront vacation home with free WiFi

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On the beach, beach towels
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms118 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Whangaumu Bay, Tutukaka
  • Place, Whangaumu Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Motutara Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, beach near Philip Island
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the area

Tutukaka

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Whangaumu Bay and Motutara Island. Rahomaunu Island and Philip Island are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whangaumu Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Motutara Island - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • beach near Philip Island - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Tutukaka Marina - 12 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 42 min drive - 39.9 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnappa Rock Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tahi Cafe Pataua North - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Knights Restaurant + Cafe + Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oceans Resort Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!

Peace of mind:
Full refund offered for cancellations due to Covid travel restrictions.
Yes, we have increased our deep cleaning protocols and sanitising policies in light of pandemic control guidelines.
Facilities:
Two story well appointed true 1960's kiwi bach style.
Fully furnished and equipped for that getaway holiday experience.
Tank water, on demand pressure sensitive water pump.
Large lawn for activities and parking.
Fully fenced.
Excellent cell phone reception and WIFI.
Bed linen, towels, face cloths, and beach towels included.
Please note: no internal access between floors. Upper level access is by external staircase. There is a child gate at the top of the staircase. Separate queen bedroom downstairs, off the bunk room (with another queen bed). The King bedroom is upstairs.

Tutukaka 5 minutes by car for petrol, shop, restaurants and marina.
Ngunguru 8 minutes by car for wider range of supplies, takeaway food, golf course, multisports and club house.
Special conditions:
* Maximum number of occupants allowed to overnight on the property is 10
* There is a built-in seat around the balcony. No child or adult is permitted to stand on the seat and lean over the rail.
* Items in garage are not for guest use sorry, garage is usually locked
*Small red dinghy available free of charge, oars and floatation vests included
* Pets are not allowed. We may make a specific exception for a small pet, but only upon enquiry and agreement.
* Please note, some of our family have a small dog with us when we stay at the bach, in case you have a relevant allergy.

Bond hold on your Credit Card- released/refundable if standards met (Required, NZ$600.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean/vacuum the house and do the dishes before you leave.

Pricing: the base rental includes two guests, with a per-person/per-night charge for all others. This appears as a lump sum "additional guest" charge in the VRBO price breakdown statement. Please do not be alarmed when you see it at the second installment request. It is not additional to the original quoted total.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,270 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Minimum age of primary renter: 25 years

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Quintessential Kiwi Bach Right on the Beach !! Tutukaka

Frequently asked questions

How close is Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! to the airport?

This vacation home is 24.1 mi (51-min drive) away from the Whangarei (WRE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! to downtown Tutukaka?

This vacation home is 1.7 mi away from Tutukaka.

Quintessential Kiwi Bach right on the Beach !! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach and bach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location with an incredible view of the bay and easy access to endless beach walks and swims. The bach had great amenities for a week away!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, on the beach with a well appointed kitchen and living areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pavel

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stunning view from this spacious and clean Bach! Also great site directly on the beach. Host was very communicative and the instructions were precise and clear. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mathew and Hannah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful spot, the beach is peaceful and safe swimming : the house is well setup with all You need, great for a group, cozy sleeping downstairs if you do have 10 but the photos portray this, and the hosts were quick on call and friendly for queries Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and perfect for our two little families. The kids could come and go freely from the beach, and we could keep an eye on them at all times. The bach had everything you need for a weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

julie a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication, kitchen and bath functioned well, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rhonda c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another amazing stay at this lovely bach that is fully stocked with all the amenties you could possibly want. It was very clean and has views to die for.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

j h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic position and facilities... Thank You FredBWJoe and family
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

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

Great place to stay

Great Bach in fantastic position right on the beach with amazing views from the upstairs rooms and balconies. Wonderfully well equipped and lots of toys and games for children and adults.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

g h.

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

Family holiday

Unbeatable location imhoAmazing bachGreat host
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Neil W.

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

Lovely beach typical kiwi beach

Weather was perfect and very quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pauline C.

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

Family fun

Great location and facilities were good
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

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

Amazing spot right by the beach

We couldn’t ask for a better spot and the Bach was just as described and had everything we needed. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pascal L.

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

Perfect location

We really loved our stay as the location is perfect right on a beautiful beach with a stunning walk …. The Bach itself is very cute
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

g h.

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

Family holiday

Unbeatable location , fantastic facilities , and a supportive, communicative host … Our third year staying here 🙂🙂 5 stars are insufficient !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicky C.

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

Amazing spot

Fantastic bach, clean tidy with everything you need and a beautiful view.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Marvellous bach

We had a lovely time right at the ocean. Incredible location!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Whangaumu Bay

wonderful place. Right on the glorious beach. Sunny and open. really well set up and comfortable. A great place for a family holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Etienne R.

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

Awesome stay

We loved our stay at the bach. Like a little piece of heaven on earth. Fred was extremely helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan L.

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

fantastic weekend at wellingtons

Magic spot on a kids friendly beach. Lovely home, fully equipped and great fun to visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Great little holiday at Whangaumu

Love this place. Comfortable, inviting, unpretentious and Instantly relaxing. Proximity to beach and view second to none.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Nigel B.

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

Wellington Bay Bach

Great place, in a great location. The view from the living area is fabulous. Right on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Etienne R.

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

Awesome family holiday

This was the perfect family holiday. The house is perfectly located on the most beautiful beach. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rhonda c.

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

A piece of Paradise

Had a delightful 4 days in this lovely bach - it has an amazing view right on the beachfront and is stocked with everything you could need and more - highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024