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Absolute waterfront with stunning views

Beachfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Perched on the coast, our holiday house offers a tranquil retreat with expansive ocean views and Harbour vistas. Enjoy modern appliances, outdoor furniture, gas BBQ and ample parking space for guests to unwind.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

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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.

Absolute waterfront with stunning views

Our holiday house is our pride and joy. We have owned it since building it in the 1970's. The quintessential 70's bach.

The views of the ocean and Harbour are simply breathtaking and can be enjoyed on the large deck and expansive lawn. You can literally throw a stone into the water from the balcony.

It has all the modern appliances. There is one bathroom with a shower, basin and separate toilet. Outdoor furniture, gas BBQ available for guest use. Additional parking is available on the road at end of driveway. Plenty of space for a tent.

Young children are welcome however due to the gaps in the decking railing we recommend more suitable for children 6 and up.
Small pets are allowed.

The ferry jetty is only meters away, where you can take a small ferry ride to Pauanui or up the Harbour. Plenty of parking on the road side near house as well as on the property. Tairua's amazing surf beach is a pleasant 8-10 min walk from the house.

The main township of Tairua is a approx 25 min walk or a 5 min drive where there is a great selection of shops including a small supermarket, post office, doctors surgery, hairdressers, pharmacy, café/restaurants and bars. If you play golf there is a fantastic golf course close to town. The main bus network comes through the main road in the township.

All beds have fresh sheets, duvet, extra blankets and pillows. Bathroom towels and face towels provided.

WE HIRE A PROFESSIONAL CLEANER WHO ADHERE TO RIGOROUS CLEAING PROTOCOLS

Special conditions:
The garage, cabin and caravan are not available.
Young children are welcome however due to the gaps in the deck rail it's suitable for children 6 and up.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$115.00 per stay)

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Extreme fire risk. No smoking allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 12:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please be aware Balcony has large gaps on railing

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Extreme fire risk. No smoking allowed

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
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

Absolute Beachfront With Stunning Views
Absolute waterfront with stunning views Tairua
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About the neighborhood

Map
Tairua, Tairua

What's nearby

  • Mount Paku - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tairua Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Paaku - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Lakes Golf Course - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Pauanui Beach - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pepe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Two Tides Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Local - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Manaia Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Mill Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute waterfront with stunning views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Absolute waterfront with stunning views?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute waterfront with stunning views?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Absolute waterfront with stunning views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tairua vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Mount Paku and Tairua Beach. Tairua Golf and Country Club and Pepe Reserve are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Absolute waterfront with stunning views Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaun B., Auckland

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

What a great spot!

As per the other reviews this is such an awesome spot to just chill, relax and take in the view across the water! Great amenities (cooktop, oven, fridge freezer etc) - all you need for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neeti M.

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

Excellent location with Stunning views

Had a great time with family. Lovely stay. I would like to recommend this accommodation to others. I Would come back here for my future holidays in that region. The bach was good with stunning views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very impressed with this bach - couldn't think of a better location. Well equipped with everything we needed and perfect for us being right on the water, nearby the shops but out of the way of the crowds. We saw the most amazing giant stingrays from the jetty at night! Thanks very much for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

catherine t.

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

70s bach

Good stay very 70s decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kim P.

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

Talk about LOCATION!!

Had everything we needed, the views were epic and location - well magnificent. Only (small) gripe was the kitchen bin still had rubbish in it and was quite full as was the recycling bins. Not that big of a deal but I felt a bit mean “stacking” the recycling etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

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

Relaxing comfortable home with great view

This is the second time we have stayed at this great spot. The house is perfect for a family with a great kitchen and plenty of room to relax and enjoy the views. Great walks to be had and an ocean beach close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

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

Tip Top Place to Stay

Great view...and sunny. A great spot to view the activity on the beach and watch the fishermen cruise by of their boats The house was very comfortable. The kitchen was great to cook in and was well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

leona b.

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

Beautiful

Amazing location. Typical 80’s bach but well equipped. Would have been good to access things for the kids such as boogie boards, and also board games.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie-leigh K.

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

Magical getaway

The house looked better than the photos! Beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything and more that was needed. The deck was massive and the view was majestic! Heaps of parking as it is at the end of a dead end street. It's quite private also as neighbours are at a distance. Went fishing right in front of the house, bait shop at the end of the rd (1min drive). Created some amazing memories with my family. Had a slight concern that was addressed straight away by the property manager without fuss. 10/10, we hope to stay again in the future. Feeling very grateful, thank you, thank you, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh V.

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

Fabulous spot to watch the world go by

Great retro home with views to die for, comfy queen bed, large comfy sofas, decent size TV & good shower pressure, all must haves on our list, but above all the most incredible views across Tairua & Pauanui with boats & jetskis to watch come & go. The old Mill House cafe is afew mins walk & fabulous, & the beachfront half hour stroll to town is great. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Archana M.

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

Amazing

Such a gem of a place. Loved every bit of the time we spent there. Thank you again Mel for allowing others to enjoy your precious place. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

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

Second time staying here

Absolutely amazing as usual, this is the second time we have had the pleasure of staying in this wonderful place. Everything was perfect, thank you so much. We can't wait to come back again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Magical location

Had a great time at this retro beach house. Everything you need and perfect location looking at the river and beach.

10/10 Excellent

Andrea T.

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

Absolutely Amazing!

Our family had an amazing long weekend staying at this lovely family bach. Everything was perfect and we can't wait to come back again sometime soon 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara T., Himatangi Beach

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

Stunning and Handy Location

Retro inside and out - very clean and tidy. Had everything we needed. The winning formula for this place is the views. Highly recommend as a place and the great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverley B.

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

Paradise

Wow! What a view! Just sat on the deck for hours and watched all the boats going out of the harbour. Went fishing on the pontoon just below the house. There were lots of walks to do. What a location. The house was most comfortable and contained everything you could need. The manager was most helpful with my enquires before the trip and we were given very detailed instructions which made the settling into the house easy. We would love to come back again sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Otmar M.

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

Perfect stay we had at a perfect location in an adorable bach!

Everything went just terribly well!!!

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

A beautiful comfortable spot

So we’ll equipped and accessible to what we all enjoyed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen C.

Tairua is a beautiful place to stay.

This property has everything you need and is situated in a glorious position enabling you to make the most of the wonderful views.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Lovely place and fully equipped.

Great views directly from the veranda.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

as per previous comments... a great spot.

as per last comments ... beautiful position
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Vern L.

Great Bach

Stunning location with grandstand views of the boats and entry to the estuary. Was a no frills, retro style, kiwi bach and had everything we needed to enjoy our holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Daren L.

Breathtaking.

Breathtaking. The view is out of this world, great spot at the end of the esplanade and overlooking the water and beaches. The property itself is a combination of retro 70's chic and modern facilities including a great fridge/freezer and oven/hob. They have thought of most things in the house with Sky Tv being a bonus. BBQ out the back, a great deck with outside seating and 4 sun loungers on the lawn which gets plenty of sun and amazing views. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

A magic spot.

A magic spot. The house is comfortable and very well equipped. We loved our stay here.