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Matapouri Bay - Prime Position, Fantastic View

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Unit 1, View from deck
Kitchen
Kitchen
Lounge
Lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Matapouri, Whangarei
  • Matapouri Bay
    11 min walk
  • Sandy Bay
    1 min drive
  • Woolleys Bay
    2 min drive
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    51 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Matapouri Bay - Prime Position, Fantastic View

Whether it's boating, kayaking, paddle boarding or just lying on the beach soaking up the sunshine; the stunning white sand lagoon that is Matapouri Estuary is the perfect spot for the family! Safe swimming for small children. Main beach is just a short walk away. Only 10 min drive away from the Tutukaka Marina, close proximity to shops, restaurants, world class diving, game fishing and sight-seeing operators. Matapouri Bay is recognised by the Lonely Planet guide as being among the best beaches in New Zealand.

Unit 1 is an ocean view upstairs 2 bedroom apartment that is self contained and as outdoor seating. Bedroom 1 - Queen Bed. Bedroom 2 - 1x single bunk and 1x single bed.

Special conditions:
Duvets and pillows supplied.
Cleaning products supplied.
Cot and Highchair available on request.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

Property manager

Matapouri_Holiday_Units

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Matapouri

Matapouri is home to this apartment. Tutukaka Marina and Dive Tutukaka are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matapouri Bay and Mermaid Pool. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
Map
Matapouri, Whangarei

What's nearby

  • Matapouri Bay - 11 min walk
  • Mermaid Pool - 2 min drive
  • Woolleys Bay - 2 min drive
  • Tutukaka Marina - 7 min drive
  • Dive Tutukaka - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marina Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Schnappa Rock - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Salt Air Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Havana Cabana - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Matapouri Bay - Prime Position, Fantastic View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Matapouri Bay - Prime Position, Fantastic View?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Matapouri Bay - Prime Position, Fantastic View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Matapouri Bay - Prime Position, Fantastic View located?

Situated in Matapouri, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Matapouri Bay and Sandy Bay. Woolleys Bay and Mermaid Pool are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Susan C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location with a nice view
Overall we found this property a bit disappointing, the kitchen was basic as stated but it was not cleaned thoroughly. The fridge, the stove, the pots and pans all dirty. Also cobwebs and spiders in the corners..
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Chris Rex L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
Unit is becoming old ..not impressed with state of stove ...love the new deck and glass / handrail...weather was awesome .. luckily we bought own fans ..the one in the unit didnt work..we love location ..the swimming was beautiful right at the door step
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 nights in a classic Bach.
Enjoyed our stay by the estuary. Excellent all tide swimming. 5 minute walk to beautiful ocean beach. Bach was basic but clean and tidy. It is a group of three apartments so not exactly a private getaway, depending on who you strike as neighbours it could get noisy. The front top unit is the only one with a good outlook (photo on listing taken from the deck) but the upstairs deck has one of those old sloping rails that children love to climb and hang over and are now illegal. Overall a good stay for the reasonable rate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Joyce A.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in
Old, musty, unclean
This property is great for families interest in water based activities in the estuary. However, the property is very old and musty. The sofas, curtains, carpets, dining chairs and walls were stained. Ants crawling on the floor and spider webs along cornices. The keys were kept in a locker box in the laundry under the stairs. The laundry was rusty and poorly maintained. Overall, all poor experience and a complete let down. I would not subject my family to this again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would recommend to others
Perfect location, tidy & clean. Not sure you're aware, the lamps in the main bedroom need bulbs.. but that didn't dampen the experience. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location, friendly host
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sophie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matapouri
Easy, comfortable, just as described. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kellie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location awesome to be able to use kayaks and paddleboard
Great
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic views over the Estuary
Matapouri is stunning. Great views from the bach. The bach was beautifully clean and the beds were comfortable. Perfect positioning for us. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good spot
We stayed for a couple of nights in one of the units. The location is hard to beat, just across from the estuary and close to the beach. The unit is pretty dated but clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clare H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy and comfortable
loved looking over the estuary, loved the outdoor shower, loved the barbecue
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and set up
thank-you for such a memorable holiday. Such a perfect location, overlooking estuary. Great set up for multiple families, we had 3 families in 3 units. We will definitely be coming back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with the added bonus of kayaks to use on the estuary when the tide was up
Perfect place for a summer vacation if you love the ocean Walks and easy access to Tutukaka for awesome snorkeling or diving
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raymond G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Matapouri
We had a fantastic time staying at this bach. We will definitely go back. Great location, especially since they prove kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clinton U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to access the lagoon, beach and bridge jump!
Photos make it seem smaller than it is… actually very spacious in unit 1. It’s an older batch with all the little quirks you’d expect from an old batch. Nice to have the tandem bikes and kayaks to use. Great views and sun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Manik D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice n tidy place, close to beach
All basic amenities were available. Clear communication from owners.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Becky V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
Lovely friendly owner, great location and facilities. Tandem bikes great touch
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
very basic; some of furniture not comfortable; bed good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andre v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No Skye tv.
We loved the location - owner very kind to us. We do normally enjoy watching the news and the Chase every evening and also sport we also love watching so was disappointed no Skye.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sianus S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would revisit
Beautiful and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic and close to the water! Highly reconmebded
Amazing communication and very lovely to deal with

8/10 Good

Ron G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matapouri bach
Great location except for busy road in front. Typical Kiwi bach style accommodation - nothing modern or flash but quite comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

HOLLY M., ALBANY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and tidy, great location
Lovely clean and tidy house, nothing flash but perfectly fine! Beautiful view out from our top front unit and easy 5 minute walk to the beach! Good communication with owner too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dylan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay will be back
had an amazing time clean property had everything you needed will definitely be staying there again, thanks Kelly

10/10 Excellent

EVA L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Spot
Great location, could have stayed much longer. House was clean and had the basics you need.

About the host

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What makes this property unique

Boat access directly across road (with secure onsite parking).
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