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Kowharewa Beachfront Beauty

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Step off the grass onto the beach
Miscellaneous
Tucked in near the corner of the bay
views along the beach
Living

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Ocean view
    Ocean view

Explore the area

Map
Tutukaka, Northland
  • Tutukaka Marina
    2 min drive
  • Dive Tutukaka
    2 min drive
  • Whangaumu Bay
    3 min drive
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    45 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Kowharewa Beachfront Beauty

Walk off the grass onto the beach at this modern 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday home. Each living space and bedroom has expansive views of the bay and harbour entrance.
The open plan living, dining and kitchen are situated in the centre of the house and open to decking at either side. Take in the wonderful views on the front deck, or set up a BBQ out the back.
A queen bedroom, bunk room with 2 single bunk sets and bathroom are located at one end, while the other end houses another queen bedroom, bathroom and separate living space with a convertible couch.
A great place to kick back, relax and switch off. Or you can wander the beach, snorkel around the rocks or kayak around the bay.

Under Kiwi bach tradition the traveller provides their own linens ( Top Sheets required ) and the property should be left clean and tidy with all rubbish removed. However linen is available on request, at $25 per person.

Property manager

Leigh
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Unfenced beach access. Supervise children outside.

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Tutukaka

Located in Tutukaka, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. 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 Philip Island and Rahomaunu Island. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
Map
Tutukaka, Northland

What's nearby

  • Tutukaka Marina - 2 min drive
  • Dive Tutukaka - 2 min drive
  • Whangaumu Bay - 3 min drive
  • Tutukaka Headland - 4 min drive
  • Matapouri Bay - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marina Pizzeria - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Schnappa Rock - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Salt Air Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Havana Cabana - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kowharewa Beachfront Beauty pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kowharewa Beachfront Beauty?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kowharewa Beachfront Beauty?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kowharewa Beachfront Beauty located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tutukaka holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Philip Island and Rahomaunu Island. Tutukaka Marina and Whangaumu Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo N., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Holiday Location
Fantastic location and great house layout for family group. Excellent facilities, lovely swimming right in front of the house. Would love to come back and highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family break with elderly parents
Our second stay - of many we hope! Thoroughly enjoyed by all - our children and our very elderly parents (93 and 89yr old). The bach, being one level, with two bathrooms and easy access, was perfect. They were able to watch us swim, kayak, paddleboard and have fun! Cards, board games, books all used and read. Lovely to be able to open the doors, and windows fully to enjoy the sun, breeze and hear the sea and birds. And when the weather got a little rough, we felt warm and snug inside.Even got a few fejoas off the tree! Thank you so much for letting us have the use of your family bach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb
Great house in a magic spot
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Graham R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great summer breakaway
Great beachfront location. Amazing water views from all rooms. Safe gently sloping beach. Well equiped kitchen and for activities indoors and on the water
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
Beautiful spot at a very comfortable airy, well ventilated bach. So close to a wonderful beach. Beds comfy, amazing deck, fabulous kayaks, great BBQ. Initial difficulty getting lock code but once in, couldn't have been happier. Would love to come back. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting with gorgeous views
Easy check in, everything exactly what pictures suggest. Lovely stay, relaxing and amazing spot, would definitely recommend this house.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location
Overall a great stay. Location was perfect right on the beach. House was spacious with great light and set up well. Furnishings, including beds could do with an up spec befitting the location. Would recommend bringing your own linen and pillows. This was the only let down in an otherwise perfect stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
We had a lovely stay, the property was perfect for a weekend away with friends. Such great amenities, awesome view and very cool house layout. We will be keen to book again some time! Handy to tutukaka general store down the road which is also very well stocked. Beachfront view was just amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor B., Auckland New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kowharewa Bay - Tutukaka
This brilliant location brought back many memories of a younger me kicking around the magnificent location that is Tutukaka harbour and surrounds; I walked up to the Tutukaka lighthouse for the first time in over 50 years and enjoyed the vistas of the Tutukaka coast; from the Poor Nights to the Hen & Chickens. Unfortunately the weather was not that great (stormy week of January 2023!!) but the final day was sunny and hot. Thankyou very much for sharing this great location and I would be delighted to be a repeat customer if and when time allows
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarai N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
I’ve booked a fair amount of bnbs and babs and this is by far the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location, Beautiful Views
Our group came up to dive at the Poor Knights and this was in the perfect location. The house worked great for our group. The bay is stunning and the pictures don't do it justice. We enjoyed using the kayaks to kayak on the still water in the evening. Would definitely recommend for a group or family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and the best views
One of the best places we have stayed. Great location, right on the beach and not too far from Whangārei. The house was awesome with great views of the water. The house had everything we needed for our short stay. We will definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical getaway
The layout of the property and location made this an amazing weekend away for 2 families. Happy to highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Donna v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly on the water
With elderly parents and young adults we all enjoyed being able to get out together down to the beach for swims and walks. Having bedrooms at each end of the house also catered well for our large group.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
What a great place. Right on the water in a beautiful little Bay. Great location close to all the spots. The house is perfect for 2 couples or family. With 2 queen rooms at either end with their own bathrooms and a bunk room. Great design with big wide doors/windows throughout. Loved our stay and will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thoroughly wonderful
This bach is located in a wonderful beachfront spot. The house itself is well well maintained and presented. All round the weekend there was a big success.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gavin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just amazing
We parked the boat out the front for the entire stay and had just the most amazing time. This house is just incredible and our hosts were amazing. This is a special part of New Zealand
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beachfront home
This property was good for all eight of us. The modern kitchen allows you to cook most recipes, which was very nice for a long stay. Delightful view from every room in the home! Quiet at night - we even had a ruru chime in during the evening hours. Great place for a larger family to gather. Close to fantastic beaches but also suitable to just stay, cook and marvel at the view. Beach is good for a short walk/swim. Kayaks allow you to explore the nearby bays.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
Really enjoyed staying at this property and the location. One thing is rubbish removal was a little problematic as Tutukaka doesn’t have any bins available, so we needed to take our rubbish with us to Ngunguru and they were closed also.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property in a beautiful location
Fantastic holiday home better than expected. Would definitely rent again
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
We had such an awesome time staying at this house, it was such a beautiful home on a beautiful beach. So peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Could not fault
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

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