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Unplug and reconnect at a kiwiana bach - 2020 finalist Bach of the year awards

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Room
Lounge with fireplace
Room
Living area
Kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedroomsSleeps 1090 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Foxton Beach, Foxton Beach
  • Foxton Windmill
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Waiterere Private Reserve
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Himatagi Beach
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom - queen sized

1 Queen Bed

Bunk bed

2 Single Beds

Bunks (double bottom) and fold out couch

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Single bedroom with fold out couch

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Unplug and reconnect at a kiwiana bach - 2020 finalist Bach of the year awards

Only 2 minutes walk from the estuary, this is a traditional family bach has all the basics for a great time away!

With a good sized and fully-fenced section your animals are welcome to a mini-break with you. We were even a finalist in the Bach of the year awards

https://www.bookabach.co.nz/holiday-ideas/holiday-trends-and-promotions/bookabach-announces-the-best-baches-in-new-zealand-for-2020

It's a real unplug and reconnect Kiwi holiday - enjoy the peace with no TV or phone to interrupt your board games, swimming, walks and reading time.

The bach is very family-friendly, with books, magazines, board games and toys all available to use. Playgrounds, Four Square, dairy and fish and chip shops are all in easy walking distance.

This is also a wonderful spot for a couple wanting some time to reconnect with walks along the beach, a coffee at the local cafe and some serious downtime from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The bach has space for 10 people - two sets of bunks (one with a double), a queen-size bed, one single bed and two fold out couches.

The house is only 90sqm so while it can sleep that many, it's best for those who are happy with intimacy with their family and friends :)

Special conditions:
This bach is a basic kiwi Bach that will take you back in time but please don't expect perfection! We'd hate for you to be disappointed.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house throughly and do the dishes before you leave, wash all bedding and towels and take all your rubbish with you.

Property manager

Al & Nadine
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
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Events

No events allowed
No parties allowed - no talking outside past 11pm
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
That any feedback is raised at the time of your stay directly with hosts - not via a review
That the bach is cleaned before you depart, all rubbish removed and all linen and towels washed and hung out
No loud talking or socialising outside past 11pm - the neighbours will ring us.

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
Note from host: No parties allowed - no talking outside past 11pm
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Foxton

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Foxton Beach, a neighbourhood in Foxton. De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ohau Wines and Levin Golf Club. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Foxton Beach, Foxton Beach

What's nearby

  • De Molen, Windmill - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Foxton Windmill - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Waiterere Private Reserve - 27 min drive - 23.6 km
  • The Square - 34 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Himatagi Beach - 50 min drive - 25.3 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mr Grumpy's Takeaways - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Little White Rabbit - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Beach Eatery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Milky Whey Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Simply Balmy Cafe & Winebar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unplug and reconnect at a kiwiana bach - 2020 finalist Bach of the year awards pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Unplug and reconnect at a kiwiana bach - 2020 finalist Bach of the year awards ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unplug and reconnect at a kiwiana bach - 2020 finalist Bach of the year awards ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unplug and reconnect at a kiwiana bach - 2020 finalist Bach of the year awards located?

This family-friendly Foxton holiday home is located by the sea, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve, and within 6 mi (10 km) of De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill. Esplanade Reserve and Waiterere Private Reserve are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 402 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 402 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 402 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 402 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 402 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hammond R.

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

Great bach

Fantastic bach to get away from it all with the family. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Foxton Beach

Just as described, a lovely place to stay with all you need. Central to the beach and Foxton just minutes away. Had a lovely time without the pressures of modern day technology
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah t.

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

Kiwiana Bach New Years Stay

Wonderful week at this awesome bach over the new years period. Had everything we needed for a young family and a bonus we were able to bring our 2 small dogs.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

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

Great stay

Lovely relaxing stay. The beach was just as described and we loved the location, fenced garden for our puppy, and the cosy wood fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve W.

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

Switch off and relax

Lovely basic nz bach, totally delivered. Good location, very close to river with wild life a plenty. The beach is a short drive away. Great communication with owners, will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

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

January holiday

Great place for a base visiting family . Lots of space on the lawn for kids and dog. Close to estuary for beautiful walks. Basic kiwi bach suited us well
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond J.

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

Family fun

Nice relaxing time of catching up with all the family, including 2 dogs. The bach had all we needed and it was a good time of reconnecting away from the hussle and bussle of everyday life.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Raenette T.

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

Perfectly adequate

The Bach has all the basics and offered everything we needed. We will book it again in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

D F.

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

Great kiwiana bach

Bach is as described, basic but with everything required for a weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty F.

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

Great stay

Great property for us and our dog's. Good location just a street away from river walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve and Julie H.

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

Large house in great location

Nice to have space for the whole family. Plenty of space and beds for everyone. The location makes it easy to get to the beach, local four square and cafe. Not too far from Levin for more amenities and Palmerston is just a drive away.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea s.

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

Break away

Nice little bach for our little whānau
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

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

Great location and yard for family and doggo

Good location, really spacious and fab yard - so nice to be able to have our dog join us in river and beach walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Great place

Excellent thanks for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucie I.

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

Fantastic mid-winter getaway

We loved our time here - cosy around the fireplace, lots for the kids to do inside and out, lots of different ways to configure the sleeping arrangements, and everything you could need for a comfortable stay. Location was great too, just a minutes walk from the Estuary for bike rides and sunsets. And lovely hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty F.

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

Amazing little getaway

2nd time staying here and will again. Great for ourselves and dog's. Lot's of walks and property is just what is needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Restorative and relaxing

Love this place; lots of nice changes since we were last there pre-COVID. We both needed a rest and it was perfect. The Estuary is stunning. Thank you. We’ll be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Foxton Beach Getaway

The bach provided everything we needed for a thoroughly enjoyable and restful holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

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

Great vibe in Funky Foxton

We had a girls weekend away from Wellington and had a blast at this awesome bach. We loved the decor, vibe and location near walks along the river. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen equipment plentiful. Highly recommend for a relaxed bach stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

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

Lovely break away

Enjoyed the bach and lots of outdoor activities to do in Foxton
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selina P.

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

Great bach

Just as its described. Nothing fancy but is perfect for an unplugged holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

carol E., lowerhutt

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

good location for everything for us to do

comfortable and spacious good size fully fence and very quiet nights
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa jane S.

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

Peaceful

A lovely place to stay Recommend without a doubt Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren D.

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

Cosy and great location

Lovely stay, lovely bach. Great communication from the owners! Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele F.

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

Relaxing getaway

Comfy home, had everything we needed, plus a warming fire at night, and fenced for our dog. Short drive to beach and amenities. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Al & Nadine

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What makes this property unique

Short walk to the estuary
Great for pets
Excellent for families
Simple, no fuss
Yesteryear

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