10/10 Excellent
Tony Y.
23 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place for family
Tony Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Entire home
Waikawau Retreat. Private home, overlooking the sea, covered deck to entertain.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Kereta, Waikato
- Wilson Bay4 min drive
- Lost Spring Thermal Pools52 min drive
- Cathedral Cove71 min drive
- Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)74 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 4- Downstairs
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo
Toilet / Laundry
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Waikawau Retreat. Private home, overlooking the sea, covered deck to entertain.
Relax with the whole family at this secluded and serene spot on the Thames Coast.
Short walk down the driveway to the beach. Large gardens
Stunning views of the Firth and just minutes from the Waikawau Boat ramp.
Large covered deck with outdoor seating. No neighbours, Plenty of parking.
This is a 3 story house. Upstairs is 3 bedrooms and a bathroom. Living, kitchen and toilet/ laundry is in the middle. Downstairs is a large bedroom with it's own bathroom.
Where you'll sleep...
Bedroom 1- King bed
Bedroom 2- Double bed
Bedroom 3- Double bed with single bunk above
Bedroom 4- King bed and single bed. (Bottom level)
Short walk down the driveway to the beach. Large gardens
Stunning views of the Firth and just minutes from the Waikawau Boat ramp.
Large covered deck with outdoor seating. No neighbours, Plenty of parking.
This is a 3 story house. Upstairs is 3 bedrooms and a bathroom. Living, kitchen and toilet/ laundry is in the middle. Downstairs is a large bedroom with it's own bathroom.
Where you'll sleep...
Bedroom 1- King bed
Bedroom 2- Double bed
Bedroom 3- Double bed with single bunk above
Bedroom 4- King bed and single bed. (Bottom level)
Property manager
Aliesha Fairbarn
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs allow outside
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Kereta
Located in Kereta, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Waiau Kauri Grove and Combat Zone Paintball and Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wilson Bay and Tararu Bay. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Kereta, Waikato
What's nearby
- Wilson Bay - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
- Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 52 min drive - 70.1 km
- Hot Water Beach - 68 min drive - 50.6 km
- Hahei Beach - 70 min drive - 54.2 km
- Cathedral Cove - 71 min drive - 55.2 km
Getting around
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Aliesha Fairbarn
Languages:
English
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