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West Coast Retreat - stunning sunsets meets river - Pet friendly

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Miscellaneous
Outdoor dining
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, music library

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 101 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Port Waikato, Pukekohe
  • Phillips Reserve
    9 min walk
  • Sunset Beach
    9 min walk
  • Cobourne Reserve
    3 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    66 min drive

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About the area

Port Waikato

When you stay at this vacation home in Port Waikato, you'll be by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Phillips Reserve and Sunset Beach. .This vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Cobourne Reserve and 8 mi (12.9 km) from Waikato River.
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What's nearby

  • Phillips Reserve - 9 min walk
  • Sunset Beach - 9 min walk
  • Rainbow's End - 51 min drive
  • Awhitu Regional Park - 54 min drive
  • Karioitahi Beach - 64 min drive

Getting around

  • Pukekohe Station - 38 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nikau Cave - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

West Coast Retreat - stunning sunsets meets river - Pet friendly

Hidden west coast treasure only 1:15 hr from Auckland, NZ. Come and discover Port Waikato and chill out with the sound of waves breaking and spectacular sunsets. This comfortable bach is an ideal retreat for couples or families and pets to unwind. Fully fenced with a big front lawn for a round of cricket! Safe for kids and pets (there is no need to leave your beloved 4 legged furry friends behind). 4 Bedrooms in the main house and a separate sleep out (sleeps 5) with its ownTV/ DVD is great for the kids/teenagers! or xtras - we even have a bed for your doggy. We have added a 9 x 5 meter pergola at the front which offers a very large outdoor extended living area - and a 3.25 meter table - superb for alfresco entertaining and large family gatherings. We are a five minute walk to the beach and takeaway/cafe. Idyllic black sand beach, riverside and sand dune walks (best child or dog playground around ever). Great spot for fishing, whitebaiting, surfing and a patrolled beach for swimming - or just come, kick back and relax! or let the wonderful west coast clear away the cobwebs or stress. Fully equipped kitchen with 90cm stainless oven and gas hob / double door refrigerator / dishwasher / microwave. Wood burning fireplace for cosy winter stays we supply the wood! - treat yourself with a wild west coast beach walk and let the wind blow away your stress.... pure magic!
Special conditions:
2 night minimum stay - Public holiday weekends and school holidays have a minimum of 3 nights stay. Xmas / New Year period is a minimum of 5 nights stay. Choose to bring own top/bottom sheets, pillowcases and towels OR a FULL bed linen and towels can be supplied at an additional cost of $25 per person. Smoking outside only and pets are very welcome but are not permitted on furniture. Rate is for 6 occupants, extras are $25 per night (maximum of 8). Cleaning fee of $150 per stay is additional / BBQ must be left as found!

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$150.00 per stay); Full Linen - sheets, pillowcases & towels - (Optional, NZ$25.00 per person per stay);
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

sueow374

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Music library
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 11 sq ft (1 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

West Coast Retreat - Stunning Sunsets Meets River Port Waikato

West Coast Retreat - stunning sunsets meets river - Pet friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 108 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 108 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bart v., Whangarei

Liked: Cleanliness
Bitter sweet weekend
We used the bach for a last weekend together before our son left on his OE. We made great family memories in this excellent bach. You couldn't ask more from the house or the host. Thanks again for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theunis H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well equipped holiday stay
Everything you may need in a holiday home. The kitchen and appliances were great. We found it difficult to decide where to cook, using the massive gas hob or outside using the bbq. Loved the fire place and the outside porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amond F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reset
Amazing clean place great location would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning place
Beautiful clean home and within walking distance to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
Enjoyed the well appointed bedrooms, heaters & fireplace& excellent kitchen appliances, & love the Wild West Coast, big thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Port Waikato
Great time had by all. Easy exchanges with host and the property was perfect for our use.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Auckland Anniversary 2023 with a Difference...this will go down as one to remember!
We had a great time despite the flooding, and storms and then being told that we are unable to leave the area due to slips, road closures - we had no choice, but to stay put! We were so thankful that we were staying at this accommodation as it was fully equipped with what we needed. We had to cope with power cuts/no wifi connections but we managed and in the end, enjoyed the home, the surroundings and especially Sunset Beach walk - on a perfect sunny weekend, this would be a venue I would suggest to go too. Thank you Sue for your accommodation, it was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

mark d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome bach
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Te Puaha o Waikato
It was an absolute joy staying here for 3 days, had all the creature comforts of home as well as being a stone throw away from Sunset beach 🏖 thanks once again for the awesome experience, definitely recommend this property to anyone, and will be looking to stay again on our next family venture.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Graeme F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and relaxing but a few quirks
It was a quirky place and we liked that. Neighbours a bit noisy on the Saturday unfortunately. Probably felt a bit overpriced for the quality but spacious for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great outdoor area
Wonderful property. It was still very cold so most nights we had a fire. Sue gave us unlimited access to firewood and it was lovely and cosy. Room enough for us and our 4 grandchildren to stay.
Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carmen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice big place
Great place with lots of space. Lots of great personal touches throughout the place. Out door area and table was a hit! Nice wee walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Willem S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time
We had a great time with friends and family
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Isobel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was really great place to stay super close to the beach and had a blast
The property was amazing the neighbours didn't welcome us that well but it was such a good time :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heke S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Away
Really good location, me and my family really enjoyed it! Definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tim and Alison T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we were looking for
This ticked all our boxes. Plenty of space for two families and a lovely relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Karen H., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a Group
This house is really well set up for a group. A real bonus was being able to bring my sisters dog! Especially loved the huge outdoor table. We had great weather so it was used for every meal. Plenty of towels and fresh flowers were nice touches.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

KAY H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunset at Port Waikato
Great weather, great outdoor experiences, great, comfortable accommodation for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend away
Thanks a lot for letting us use your bach Sue. We loved the bach, the sleepout, and the great outdoor seating area and the garden. We really enjoyed our weekend away, we went for lots of walks on the beach and the children, grandparents and dogs all loved it! A great get-away!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jo L., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
WINTER GETAWAY
absolutely loved the property and the location. Every day we would do at least 2 beach/dune walks and got blown and rained on and exhilarated. Absolute heaven for us and our dogs. Big point of difference that dogs are welcomed. We will be telling all our friends. Sue was amazing. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay very tidy and very well setup
Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marke H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week in Port Waikato
We had a wonderful time here in Port Waikato with our family and grandkids. The house was perfect for a large group. Every day was an adventure: the mesmerizing rollers at Sunset Beach, wandering the dunes, collecting shells (and pumice). A gorgeous place. I highly recommend this VRBO.

10/10 Excellent

Legri H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic bach
Beautiful bach with huge sleepout which also serves as a TV room for the kids. Huge covered deck so we could hang out and dine in all weathers. The owner a very nice lady who is easy to deal with and very helpful. A+++
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family batch
Would go there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

carol-ann t., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
home amazing for a holiday home.
well equipped home, house is deceiving, larger when you go inside. large table under pergola is wonderful for barbecues, sitting out at night, very magical. Beds are comfortable, rooms are private, Home was a delight. Thank you, we look forward to returning in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020