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Classic Kiwiana bach

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View from deck
Living Room
Kitchen
Fireplace
Dining and Deck

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Matheson Bay, Leigh
  • Mathesons Bay
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Goat Island
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Omaha Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Large Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Main bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Classic Kiwiana bach

Classic 'Kiwiana' bach set in bush above Matheson Bay, Leigh. Private and sunny, surrounded by native bush and bird life with view of sea and Coromandel Peninsula. A few minutes walk down to safe, swimming beach with good snorkelling/ diving. Perfect retreat in all seasons - open the doors to let the summer breeze flow or snuggle up with woodburner to create cosy 'bolthole'. A 1970s bach ideally suited to small families or couples within an hour's drive from Auckland. Visit the nearby Leigh township, Sawmill cafe, Goat Island, or Pakiri. Omaha Beach, Tawharanui Regional Park and the Matakana Coast wineries are a short drive away along with Matakana village with its market, restaurants, shops and cinemas. Games, books/mags, kids toys, and dvds to keep you or the children amused.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

brycan114
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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 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

About the area

Leigh

Located in Leigh, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Goat Island and Dome Forest, while Matakana Cinemas and Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail are cultural highlights. Reptile Park and Action Ninja World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Map
Matheson Bay, Leigh

What's nearby

  • Mathesons Bay - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Goat Island - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Matakana Village - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Omaha Beach Golf Club - 18 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Omaha Beach - 18 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪8 Wired Brewing - Barrelworks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Sawmill Brewery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Morris & James Pottery Tileworks & Cafe Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Leigh Fish and Chips - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Farmer's Daughter - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Kiwiana bach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Classic Kiwiana bach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Kiwiana bach?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Classic Kiwiana bach located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mathesons Bay and Reptile Park. Leigh Marine Reserve and Goat Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot
So nice - in the bush, short walk to the beach, swimming hole nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selai L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little escape
Beautifully situated in the regenerating Kauri forest where Kaka birds make your evening meals on the deck a memorable. A quintessential kiwi batch experience where there is beauty and peace found in simplicity.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alistair C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private quiet weekend close to coast
We spent Labour Weekend in this very comfy bach surrounded by native bush and birds. Lovely walk down to Matheson Bay, and car trips in the wider area. Lovely deck for meals and coffees. Great communication with host. Thanks for an awesome stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing place to stay.
Very cosy old style NZ bach, very comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
Lovely place to stay would recommend it. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serena V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent bach
Perfect spot for our weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholai B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Beautiful place for a family getaway. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M., Felton, Santa Cruz County

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A sweet little bach
Nice place that seemed like a family vacation home. Nothing fancy, but very private and a good location and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharona H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
This property was clean and tidy, it meet all our requirements. The location was brilliant. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Bach with Seaviews
We really enjoyed our stay at this cute bach near Matheson Bay. It was comfortable and well-equipped and had a very homey feel. Loved the sea views from the deck and the birdsong in the bush.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey and Aaron H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Bach Feel
We loved the location of this wee bach. Nestled into a small forest and very private, yet so close to the beach and walk way. Had a great family bach type feel with great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jedda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!
Absolutely adored this wee home. Would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matheson Bay retreat
Lovely dinky 2 bedroom Bach in original condition! Comfortable and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for our family of four
Clean, tidy, great little fire place made the place warm and cozy. Short walk to the beach and Leigh.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Bach
Such a beautiful, clean and very kid friendly bach! Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucile M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amazing location
in the forest, with sea views and super close by the beach, we had a very good stay, and it was easy with 2 kids 5 4 and 1 years old). Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Celia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a lovely stay here! The surrounding nature is beautiful and you can see the ocean through the trees from the balcony. One of the bedrooms is really for kids but we spent most of the time outside anyway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

wendyl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cost cottage
Charming retro cottage in quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic getaway
Love this place ❤️ Perfect location, everything you need. We visited Matakana, Warkworth and Tawharanui regional park. So relaxing to sit on the deck and listen to the Tuis and the ocean ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clinton E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
The host Bryce was very good to deal with and the location is great. Overall an excellent experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scot M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Absolutely wonderful accommodation, cosy, clean and comfortable - exactly what we needed for a short break. Great location, beach a short walk away and a lovely waterfall / bush walk even closer. Nice decking area with easy access, surrounded by bush and with a great view of the sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
So cute we loved it! Games, books, bush and birds were amazing. Lovely area with gorgeous waterfalls and beaches to explore. We had good swim in our wetsuits. Great fired kept us warm and dry. Had everything we needed wish we could live there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven
Everything a bach should be!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay
One of us stayed here in December 2019 with family visiting from England and we all totally adored the bach and gorgeous surrounds This time some of same family returned and this time was just as,if not even more, wonderful. Bach is immaculate, cosy and comfy. Bush and birds surrounds are spectacular plus beautiful bush walk to best swimming beach Thank you so much for sharing this magic place Hope to be back Carin
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Rose P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect City Break
We had 2 nights away, and feel so relaxed. The bach is ORIGINAL! It's part of the charm and we loved it. Thank you for sharing your home with us. We had a great time. Mel & Ollie
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by brycan114

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What makes this property unique

Close to beaches, cafes and wineries

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests