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A Family Friendly Bach

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Located in a sunny spot, this Foxton bach offers the perfect haven for families. Enjoy all-day sun in the fully fenced backyard or unwind on the covered front porch with a BBQ and outdoor seating area. The house is equipped with modern facilities, including free internet and laundry room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1292 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Family Friendly Bach

Fullly fenced - Huge flat sunny front and back section, perfect for children of all ages. Section and house maintain all day sun. Free internet provided for your stay

Back yard is fully fenced which is great for families or sit under the front porch at the outdoor table and chairs to watch the kids play on the front lawn. Front porch is fully covered so even nice to sit under if raining. BBQ provided here.

Facilities include microwave, dishwasher, oven, fridge/freezer, TV and DVD player. Woodburner and firewood supplied. Kitchen fully stocked with crockery, cutlery, glassware, pots, baking, serving dishes, sandwich press, electric beater.

Bathroom has a shower, vanity, toilet. There is a 2nd toilet off the 3rd bedroom. House has new carpet just installed November 23.

A range of children toys inside, car ramps and garage, dolls house, books, games, and a large selection of DVDS. Toys in the garage shed include, trikes, scooters, see-saw, tennis and badminton rackets, cricket set and boogie boards.

BYO bed linen and towels but pillows, mattress protectors, duvets and covers are provided. Port-A-Cot in bedroom wardrobe.

Separate laundry with washing machine.

There is a sleepout adjoined to the garage with bunks. Garage not included.

Located 200 meters from Foxton Reserve, Duckpond, Huge Playground, 3 Tennis Courts, Pump track and BikeTrack. Another Pirate Playground further down the main road. There is also a new waterpark in Foxton which is a 5 minute drive from the Bach.

Short walk to local restaurant and ice cream counter, open from 10.00 through to dinner, or use the really popular local fish and chip shop or cafe down the road.

Nice and quiet flat streets for riding bikes, walking, going to feed the ducks. Estuary, River, Boat Club and Bush walks nearby.

Local Four Square has everything, including fresh baked bread each day.

Sand dunes 50 metres away - follow the sand dune walking track at the end of the street directly to the beach (10 min walk through dunes).

8 Beds to choose from (including sleepout), but we allow a maximum of 6 guests.
Cost per night is for 4 people. Extras are charged at $20 pp per night to a maximum of 6 guests.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only.
Long weekends minimum 3 nights stay.


NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

A Family Friendly Bach Foxton
A Family Friendly Bach Foxton Beach
A Family Friendly Bach Private vacation home
A Family Friendly Bach Private vacation home Foxton Beach

About the neighborhood

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Foxton Beach, a neighborhood in Foxton. De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waiterere Private Reserve and Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve. Motor boating and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
Map
Foxton Beach, Horowhanua

What's nearby

  • Foxton Windmill - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Waiterere Private Reserve - 31 min drive - 18.9 miles
  • The Square - 42 min drive - 34.0 miles
  • Arena Manawatu - 42 min drive - 34.1 miles
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 46 min drive - 35.8 miles

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe De Molen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mr Grumpy's Takeaways - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Simply Balmy Cafe & Winebar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Foxton RSA - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grabba Coffee - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Family Friendly Bach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Family Friendly Bach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Family Friendly Bach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Family Friendly Bach located?

Located in Foxton Beach, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve and within 6 mi (10 km) of De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill. Esplanade Reserve and Waiterere Private Reserve are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

A Family Friendly Bach Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.0

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 194 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Liesl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away!

We really enjoyed our short break staying at this holiday house. Great facilities, location and very family friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jasmin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great family stay

Great for family, lots of toys and things to keep children happy. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach holiday home

Good size holiday home, nice and tidy in a good location. We really enjoyed our stay and would return :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Space for a family

Brilliant little batch on the beach close to everything you need, Well suited for a Family but we made it work quite well for Adult's. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach getaway

Great place to stay, would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back. Great location and the house was perfect for us all
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

Great property on a good location. Would happily stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends and Family Get Away

Fantastic weekend away! Location, house, amenities etc. all fabulous.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect

Nice warm and big place I will go back and stay again
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

A R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Cosy

We really enjoyed our stay. The place is really tidy and comfortable. It has a real relaxing feel to it. Location is great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray O., Wellington, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Had a great time here - the rooms are all a good size and it's only a few minutes from the beach & bike park. Highly recommended location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayden H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just right

Everything we needed for our holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacinda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Bach

Very neat tidy bach, excellent location. Owner is very helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

lucy w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice wee bach, good value for money

Simple but comfortable large bach in a nice location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Su Yan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful and comfortable stay by the sea

Had such a wonderful time in the house with comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen. Easy access to the sea, river and great recreational area. Such a bonus to be able to have bikes and play equipment to use. A perfect holiday home!Communication with the owner was wonderful too! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xmas getaway

Clean, tidy and comfortable. We had great weather and loved that we could open doors to get good air flow. loved the family feel to the bach. Would happily book again. Went for some good walks.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warm and Cosy

Great little renovated bach. Plenty or firewood and a nice quiet area. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely bach. Beds super comfy, everything we needed and clean and tidy. Great location close to many things to entertain the teenagers and of course the beach. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josephine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pleasant short holiday

Everything we needed for our short stay. Love Foxton area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for the family

Great bach and location! Everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce and Shelley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time

Close to the pump track which was popular with our grandson. Tidy property close to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a family stay

Enjoyed our week stay. Bach is well equipped, clean and comfortable. Jeff is very responsive and helpful. Close to pump track, tennis courts and estuary. Can walk to the beach through the dunes. Many thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Like staying with a friend

A great place for a week at the beach. Was fairly well provisioned for a family holiday, and we felt like we were staying at a friend's bach. Got a bit cold some evenings, but the fireplace soon took care of that.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is perfect

We adored this property, the host was fabulous and checkin and out was super easy! If you are ever interested in staying at Foxton beach… this place is perfect… everything you need! We will definitely be staying there again! Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Foxton Fun

We had a great time away, enjoyed the beach and skate park and the quiet time. We will be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024