10/10 Excellent
Trent G., Brisbane, Australia
29 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay. Just perfect for our family
Trent G.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
Entire home
Beautiful cottage, adjacent to beach and Motu Trail. Private & Secluded!
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 462 sq m
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Explore the area
Tirohanga, Bay Of Plenty
- Opotiki Beach4 min drive
- Opotiki District Museum5 min drive
- Ohope Beach21 min drive
- Whakatane (WHK)52 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
En-suite
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful cottage, adjacent to beach and Motu Trail. Private & Secluded!
Renga Renga Retreat is a fresh, airy and modern cottage, and provides a very relaxing place to stay. This tranquil cottage is surrounded by mature trees and bountiful bird-life, including many Tui and other natives. Situated within close proximity to the ocean, and the Motu Trail, and only a short 5-minute drive to Opotiki, Renga Renga Retreat is the perfect holiday destination.
The beautiful private grounds surrounding the cottage are available for guests to enjoy during their stay.
The dunes and beach are a short 5 minute stroll down the property’s lovely driveway, and along the public access walkway.
Renga Retreat is surrounded by mature Pohutukawa trees, Banksia and Olives, lavish lavender, a small orchard of fruit trees and grapevines, and attracts abundant bird-life. The cottage is named after the lines of Renga Renga lilies that border the driveway into the property which were cultivated by Maori for food in earlier days.
The Motu Trail is renowned for cycling and walking, and is just 100 meters away, and the famous sand dunes and expansive beach are just beyond the trail.
The cottage has been fully renovated and is fresh and clean, with modern facilities. It features one sunny bedroom with a Queen bed and ensuite bathroom. There is a Double bed located in the spacious Lounge as a lounger for couples or for a bed for extra guests, however PLEASE NOTE, extra guests need to share the ensuite bathroom.
The kitchen/dining and lounge area is light and bright and spacious and the kitchen provides a modern gas hob, electric oven, a convection microwave and a huge bench. There is a large deck with sun umbrella to relax with a wine or coffee, and soak up the ambiance of your surrounds. There is also a washing machine to catch up on your holiday washing.
The beautiful private grounds surrounding the cottage are available for guests to enjoy during their stay.
The dunes and beach are a short 5 minute stroll down the property’s lovely driveway, and along the public access walkway.
Renga Retreat is surrounded by mature Pohutukawa trees, Banksia and Olives, lavish lavender, a small orchard of fruit trees and grapevines, and attracts abundant bird-life. The cottage is named after the lines of Renga Renga lilies that border the driveway into the property which were cultivated by Maori for food in earlier days.
The Motu Trail is renowned for cycling and walking, and is just 100 meters away, and the famous sand dunes and expansive beach are just beyond the trail.
The cottage has been fully renovated and is fresh and clean, with modern facilities. It features one sunny bedroom with a Queen bed and ensuite bathroom. There is a Double bed located in the spacious Lounge as a lounger for couples or for a bed for extra guests, however PLEASE NOTE, extra guests need to share the ensuite bathroom.
The kitchen/dining and lounge area is light and bright and spacious and the kitchen provides a modern gas hob, electric oven, a convection microwave and a huge bench. There is a large deck with sun umbrella to relax with a wine or coffee, and soak up the ambiance of your surrounds. There is also a washing machine to catch up on your holiday washing.
Property manager
Gary King
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available
Ocean view
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Check in after 2:00 PM
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Road and beach not close enough to be a danger
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Allowed if they remain outside the cottage
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Important information
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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
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About the area
Tirohanga
Located in Tirohanga, this cottage is on the beach. Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Mataatua: The House That Came Home are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Opotiki Beach and Ohope Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby.
Tirohanga, Bay Of Plenty
What's nearby
- Opotiki Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
- Opotiki District Museum - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
- Opotiki Heritage & Agriculture Museum - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
- Hiona St Stephen’s Church - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
- Ohope Beach - 21 min drive - 21.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Subway - 6 min drive
- Crossroads Gastropub - 5 min drive
- Hot Bread Shop Cafe - 5 min drive
- Ocean Seafoods - 5 min drive
- Arigato Mum's Sushi - 5 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer K.
9 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright cottage set in beautiful gardens
Jennifer K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Les C.
31 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant country stay
Les C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bryan R.
31 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bikepacking East Coast
Bryan R.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
21 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Break on long bicycle tour
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pauline D.
20 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So good!
Pauline D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michelle C.
15 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country haven
Michelle C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Navada W.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic host
Navada W.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marc D.
25 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Marc D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel H.
25 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
Daniel H.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
matthew c.
27 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellence
matthew c.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Leanne W., Canada
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous garden house
Leanne W.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kelley G.
23 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, relaxing
Kelley G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Janet L.
13 Aug 2023
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Janet n Arthur
Janet L.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Yana and Bresson L., Hamilton
10 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
Yana and Bresson L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Gerd N.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Friendly and warm-hearted hosts
Gerd N.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie C.
5 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Julie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eugene W.
27 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A really lovely place to relax
Eugene W.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Luc v.
6 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect place to stay close to the beach
Luc v.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jo B.
27 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at this cute cottage
Jo B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ray B.
28 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Ray B.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
matthew c.
9 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Multi sport getaway
matthew c.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Diane T.
24 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage
Diane T.
Stayed 57 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Isaac D.
20 Apr 2022
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Easter Retreat
Isaac D.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lance L.
27 Feb 2022
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First class accompdation
Lance L.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022
About the host
Hosted by Gary King
Gary and Lydia operated a Guest House in Solomon Islands for 8 years and in 2018 returned to live in New Zealand. They love people and looking after guests enjoying a well-earned holiday or seeking pleasure in their chosen sport or hobby gives a special reward.
Why they chose this property
Although a little colder than Solomons, Gary and Lydia loved the house and the beautiful cottage, the expansive gardens and mature trees and the orchard . The cottage on the property was built and then recently renovated as a permanent home and so has modern, high-quality fittings along with a great "homely" feel. The proximity to the sea was also a big factor, with Lydia having lived on an island all her life. The wonderful friendliness and relaxed manner of the local people makes Opotiki a great place to live or visit.
What makes this property unique
The proximity to the Motu Trails is an obvious unique feature of Renga Renga Retreat.
It is an asset to the whole area and a draw-card for hikers and cyclists serous and casual alike.
The Bay of Plenty with its sandy beaches, rocky shores lined with Pohutukawa and the backdrop of pristine native forest makes it a special part of the world. These features provide a playground for those who love marine sports and activities or who get their adrenaline rush in the bush.
It is an asset to the whole area and a draw-card for hikers and cyclists serous and casual alike.
The Bay of Plenty with its sandy beaches, rocky shores lined with Pohutukawa and the backdrop of pristine native forest makes it a special part of the world. These features provide a playground for those who love marine sports and activities or who get their adrenaline rush in the bush.
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