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Close to ocean beach, harbour , boating club

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Outdoor dining
Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
AU$113
avg per night

Explore the area

Map
Bowentown, Bay Of Plenty
  • Waihi Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Athenree Hot Springs
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mount Maunganui
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Price is AU$113 avg per night,

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About the area

Waihi Beach

Bowentown, a neighbourhood in Waihi Beach, is home to this guesthouse. Historical Athenree Homestead and Seddon St are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Haiku Park and Gilmour Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Waihi Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Historical Athenree Homestead - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Athenree Hot Springs - 8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 51 min drive - 46.4 km
  • Mount Maunganui - 56 min drive - 63.8 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Secret Garden - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Orchard House - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waihi Beach Rsa Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waihi Beach Surf School - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wilson Road Fish Shop - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Close to ocean beach, harbour , boating club

One bedroom with queen bed. Bunks in living room . Kitchenette with fridge, microwave & hotplates. Fully furnished with linen provided. Off road parking . Walking distance to both harbour and surf beach. 5 min drive to our beautiful Anzac Bay . 10min drive to Athenree hotpools.
5 min to walk to Boatclub for meals, RSA courtesy van available if you want to dine at Waihi Beach RSA. Several cafes in Waihi Beach village.

Property manager

Brian Tibbenham
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Close to ocean beach, harbour , boating club pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Close to ocean beach, harbour , boating club?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Close to ocean beach, harbour , boating club?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Close to ocean beach, harbour , boating club located?

Located in Bowentown, this guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Waihi Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Anzac Bay. Historical Athenree Homestead and Orokawa Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Close to ocean beach, harbour , boating club Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The cabin was clean and well presented. We were very disappointed this cabin was behind a house and had no privacy. If you look out the front door you look straight into the other house. This meant staying inside . We would have loved to have been able to just lie around on an outside lounge and chill, this is what we had planned. Not being cooped up.The setup is not suitable for this. We are not anti social, just wanted to have privacy. Friendly, helpful people.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host. We enjoyed the stay and experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Great spot for a weekend getaway and the host was fantastic the accommodation was clean neat and tidy the batch has everything you need for a weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meliors S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming and cosy
A delightful, colorful retreat... warm and dry despite the heavy rain. Warm welcome from the Bryan and Wendy. Short walk to the ocean for sunrise, and a short drive to Athenree for hot springs. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time away
Great place to stay very homely.everythinhg you need.look forward to our next stay.hosts very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erlina O., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for a small family
You will be looked after by the owner as the bach located at the back of the owner’s house. It’s nice, clean, and quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A few days break
Myself and my 2 girls enjoyed our stay so much. Was a great location for a few days break away. Owners were super friendly and helpful. So handy to walk to the boat club for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Bowentown Escape
The Ark was a lovely place to stay. It was well equipped and very comfy. The hosts were extremely pleasant and great at checking that my stay was going well.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alastair G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A week away
The accommodation and hosts exceeded expectations. Boating club across the road did great food. Great location and wonderful sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

JaneTitus M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Beach Break
Awesome location for us as close to the beach, Waihi village and dairy and other facilities at Waihi township. Cottage was clean and private.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great start to our road trip.
Great location and this little cabin had everything we needed. The AC was very much needed on the hot summers day and nights. Thankyou for the dvd selection pick out for my son.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little house
This is a great little house within walking distance of the harbour and the ocean. It is quite close to owners house and neighbours so not that private.. We were very well looked after and made welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

RJ G., Long Beach, California; United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Amazing Bach in Bowentown
We had a wonderful stay at The Arc. A great location and a wonderful little unit. Brian is an amazing host and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We highly recommend staying at The Arc.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan M., Morrinsville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
It was beautiful nice and quiet thank yous very much
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B., Auckland, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Food for the soul
Wendy and Brian are the most fantastic, kind, caring hosts. The Ark is beautifully set up, clean, cozy, peaceful, and has an amazing covered deck for watching the sunset. The beds are very comfortable, and the location is brilliant. Just a quick stroll to the estuary , beach, boat club, or bike path to Waihi Beach. This is a stunning part of the country. Can't wait to return to keep exploring!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Ark , Bowentown
Nice batch for a small family. Owners Brian and Wendy are great. The cleanliness is a 10 for me and also had everything in the house that you would need. Lots to do in and around the area. Will visit again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wynne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun times
We loved this cosy cabin. It had everything we needed and was in a prime spot to walk to beaches or drive to local attractions. We'd love to come back in summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Stu M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Base camp
Was perfect for what we required as a central base for our different locations we explored.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lape fakalagalaga T., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoying the moment....of the now
The property was clean and tidy, the house was warm and inviting. The kitchen was well equipped to cook a meal. Was blowing away by the beaches, such a beautiful place to enjoy the moment...of the now.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great get away
Fabulous hosts! clean & tidy and very warm. Thanks heaps. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Ark
Awesome place to stay, great property and hosts, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect bolthole near the sea
My husband and I, and two young kids, stayed for a couple of nights during the school holidays. It's a spacious bach, with plenty of all the things you need for a good holiday. We enjoyed our time here very much. The hosts are lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday
Brian & Wendy are amazing hosts very friendly & helpful. 'The Ark' is very comfortable, well equipped, everything we needed. Would recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, warm, great location.
Our young family had a great stay here. Property was very clean and tidy. Lovely warm home. Very close to beach access and playground. Hosts were good, honest people! My husband went out fishing with Brian and would give 10stars if he could. Thank you again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023