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Funky Beach Bach - Ngunguru

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The bach
Welcome mat
Lounge
Bedrooms
Kitchen
Reviews
8.4

Very good

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Ngunguru, Ngunguru
  • Popular LocationTutukaka Marina3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDive Tutukaka4 min drive
  • Popular LocationTutukaka Headland5 min drive
  • AirportWhangarei (WRE)37 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Funky Beach Bach - Ngunguru

Lovely and quaint this funky beach bach has everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing fun seaside holiday. Fully refurbished and sparkling clean with a lovely garden out the back with a fantastic entertaining/barbecue area.

Just around the corner is Ngunguru's famous fish and chip shop, 4 square, golf course and a lovely cafe where you can get freshly baked bread each morning and the best coffee ever. Walking distance to the estuary where you can swim, kayak and fish or just sit in the peace and quite and watch the sunset.

Only a short drive away is Tutukaka where you will find restaurants, an ice-cream shop, art galleries and a few other local stores. Also the Marina and boat ramp to launch your boat and dive charters ready to take you to the world renowned Poor Knight Islands and other fantastic dive spots on the coast.

Also within a short drive you will find some of the most beautiful beaches in NZ and some stunning local coastal walking tracks. All in all a wonderful place to explore the Tutukaka coast from.
Special conditions:
No parties and no additional guests staying beyond those booked.
No tents or additional overnight guests.
No pets allowed on this property
No open fires
andquot;Smoking allowed outside only, please use ashtrays providedandquot;

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

Property manager

Lightfairy

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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 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

Ngunguru

Located in Ngunguru, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Whale Tail Park and Whangaumu Bay, while Claphams Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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Ngunguru, Ngunguru

What's nearby

  • Whangaumu Bay - 5 min walk
  • Tutukaka Marina - 3 min drive
  • Dive Tutukaka - 4 min drive
  • Tutukaka Headland - 5 min drive
  • Matapouri Bay - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnappa Rock - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marina Pizzeria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salt Air Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Havana Cabana - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Funky Beach Bach - Ngunguru pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Funky Beach Bach - Ngunguru?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Funky Beach Bach - Ngunguru?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Funky Beach Bach - Ngunguru located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Whale Tail Park and Whangaumu Bay. Ngunguru Library and Kuihi Island are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 31 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

roberta w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday at the beach bach at Ngunguru
Hi,great little bach to stay at,very clean and tidy.Close to shop,fish chip shop,pizza,cafe and a club.Also very close to beach.Can drive to other nice beaches .We visited the matapouri hall fair and the tuakaka night markets.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
QUIRKY
The kitchen is small but well equipped. The shower is great. The beds were comfortable and everything was clean. However, several things need some attention - firstly the shower rail which fell down if nudged, secondly the stove, two elements have full on or off, no setting in beween. We burnt some good meat from Tutakaka deli, this set off the fire alarm which meant we ran round flapping newspapers and opening windows. The grounds were untidy, creepers up the external wall and lawn 15cm high. Two outdoor chairs would be great so we could have enjoyed the front deck and sun however we had to eat out on a fixed plank table in the back yard overlooked by several houses, with a view of a concrete drive and the back of a container and sheds, of which there are many. Some attention to exterior things such as pots with dead plants, weeds and creepers would help the description on Air B&B match the reality. Quirky yes, externally unkempt, more so.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical paradises
Perfect house and location. Comfy beds. Was a magical stay. Will book again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old style Bach.
Great little fibro Bach. Reminded me of growing up in the 60’s. Just a couple of minutes walk from the Ngungaru inlet.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jo C., Kerikeri

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great summer property
Great small cottage for adults nice and handy to the shops and beach back of the road. Excellent communication with the owner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Roger C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Friendly Ngunguru A gentle restful week watching the tide go in and out.
Overall the bach was clean and nicely equipped, the beds were very comfortable. We were surprised there was no table nor chairs for eating indoors, we sat on the sofa round the coffee table. Unusually there was no sign of a welcome folder with local information nor details of emergency services such as fire, ambulance or police. There were no garden chairs for the front garden. With these cautions would recommend it to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

mary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal weekend vacation home.
Ideal weekend retreat. Suited our needs very well. Comfortable beds and well equoped home. Nice area to walk around.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiwi bach experience
Unfortunately it rained for the duration of our stay - no tv but we enjoyed reading, relaxing and playing cards in the bach. Very close to the water and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Maggie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very well equipped
Nice little Bach. Comfy clean beds and a well equipped kitchen. Weather was rubbish so we couldn’t enjoy the outside area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

sean c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
ngunguru bach
compact bach all we needed in a fantastic location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous location, quaint and nicely presented
We had a wonderful stay here, and had a great sleep for just the one night. The bach had all we needed, and Belinda was brilliant to communicate with. Thanks a million. Enjoyed the beach walks too,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cute bach
Close to shop, playground and water. Great little bach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mary D.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Extremely disappointing accommodation - cleanliness & building structure of appalling standard
Was advertised as "lovely and quaint...." and "fully refurbished and sparkling clean". In reality, this is what we found: - crockery & cutlery mostly unclean so had to be washed before use - mould & dirt on base of shower curtain & on shelf - patio/deck area in state of disrepair & had no seating - no chairs or dining table provided (meals had to be eaten on coffee table - outdoor BBQ area faced neighbours' home at rear so zero privacy there) - threadbare sheets in one bedroom - out-of-date food in pantry including layers of mould growing in rice container - baked-on stain in oven & layers of dirt on oven racks - toilet brush holder unclean - cracked walls & cobwebs on windows - fly dirt, dust & cobwebs on light shades, blinds & ornaments - no health & safety notes or instructions re placement of rubbish or recyclables provided - weeds & junk obstructing carparking area - used ashtrays in outdoor BBQ area - unclean cushion covers on couch - no soap provided - heater in lounge caked with dust This experience has put us off using Bookabach for reliable, clean, safe accom in future & we question how properties are vetted as this would not meet normal rental & health standards. Some form of refund is definitely applicable in these circumstances.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot
Perfect for our stay. Nice little bach and close to so much.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay in character bach
Good location and well priced. Needs a few outside chairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Holly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice compact place
Four of us stayed at this cosy little place. Perfect for a small family or two adults I think. Kitchen and living space is very small, but there's a lovely front and back garden to chill out know if the weather is perfect... nit that you spend too much time at 'home'. Nice location, by the water. Hosts were great. We didn't meet them, but email communication was great amd everything went smoothly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Damian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas beach stay
Lovely simple bach right near the shops and beach
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

kayla p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A break well deserved
I booked this place for my mum she had amazing time with walks and a quiet stay at this lovely batch owner is super friendly and A ++ for communication would highly recommend for any one looking for a small get away thank you for letting us book with you It was a pleasure
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Christine T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little bach
This cheery colourful place suited us fine as a place to sleep after a visit to the Poor Knights

8/10 Good

Erica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun and quirky little bach just as stated. Nice and close to the water which was great for kayaking.
Easy to rent and quick and easy communication too. The property was simple but had everything we needed, great comfy bed and had a lovely relaxed holiday feel to it. Close to all the beautiful beaches - love that coast :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mikki B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely simple bach
A lovely presented kiwi Bach. Short stroll to the beach and shop. No view of the sea but all you need for a good nights sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Cute kiwi Bach
Cute Bach, spotlessly clean, super comfy beds, well equipped kitchen and great location.

10/10 Excellent

Bryce A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break at Ngunguru
Well presented bach that had everything we needed for a short stay. Close to all amenities and the beach. Would recommend and would definitely stay again if the opportunity arises. Belinda was very accommodating and quick to respond to enquiries.

4/10 Poor

Jane G.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely a Bach
Unfortunately this property, as advertised, did not meet our expectations or represent value for price paid. On arrival it felt as if the property had been hastily vacated to accommodate our booking. It was only reasonably clean with cobwebs inside/outside of windows, no towels left out, random items in fridge which included a piece of rotten fruit, and clothing haphazardly left in a drawer. Website indicates that property can sleep four but would not recommend for a longer stay or for travellers with suitcases etc.. We vacated the property after two nights when we were able to find what we wanted at a cheaper rate with laundry services and a TV.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Becs T.

Awesome quintessential kiwi Bach!
This funky Bach in Ngunguru is a wonderful place to stay. It is close to the estuary, and the local shops and cafes of Ngunguru, and a short drive from all of the amazing beaches of the Tutukaka coast. The bach itself is a lovely space... very welcoming and well appointed, and the bed was super comfortable! We loved our stay here, and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to check out the amazing Tutukaka Coast. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

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Short drive to Tutukaka village and boat ramp
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