10/10 Excellent
Gemma M.
28 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gemma M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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Typical Kiwi Bach Right on Beach
Holiday home in Tauranga with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Papamoa, Tauranga
- Place, Emerald Shores Reserve8 min walk
- Place, Papamoa Beach8 min walk
- Place, Harding Reserve19 min walk
- Airport, Tauranga (TRG)18 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bunk room
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon
Main bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Sleepout
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Typical Kiwi Bach Right on Beach
Absolute Beachfront Typical Kiwi Bach - Panoramic views of Motiti and Mayor Islands and Town Point (Maketu).Right at the far end of Papamoa Beach.
Sit on the deck and watch everything happening on the beach.Walk out the gate straight onto the beach - You can walk along the beach to the Mount or the Kaituna Cut. Big fully fenced front section with lots of space for parking out back. Fridge/Freezer. BBQ, Kayaks, Board games available
You can swim,fish and kayak at your beach. Only 1.3 kms to the 4 Square, 2.5kms to the local shops, bar and restaurant, a 10 minute drive to Fashion Island with shops, supermarkets, cafes, bars and restaurants or 20 minutes to Mount Maunganui or Te Puke.
A great place for a relaxing holiday with very little housework. New kitchen to enjoy
Special conditions:
Prices are for 4 Adults. . Dependent children with adults are free (Up to a maximum of 3). Extra people $20 each per night
Duvets blankets and pillows provided. Linen and towels available if required at $10 per person per stay.
Kayaks and life jackets available.
Shorter stays may be available during Xmas period - preference given to 7 day minimum.
Pets are welcome - we have had some trouble lately with dogs digging. If your dog digs PLEASE be sure to replace the dirt/sand.
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);
Sit on the deck and watch everything happening on the beach.Walk out the gate straight onto the beach - You can walk along the beach to the Mount or the Kaituna Cut. Big fully fenced front section with lots of space for parking out back. Fridge/Freezer. BBQ, Kayaks, Board games available
You can swim,fish and kayak at your beach. Only 1.3 kms to the 4 Square, 2.5kms to the local shops, bar and restaurant, a 10 minute drive to Fashion Island with shops, supermarkets, cafes, bars and restaurants or 20 minutes to Mount Maunganui or Te Puke.
A great place for a relaxing holiday with very little housework. New kitchen to enjoy
Special conditions:
Prices are for 4 Adults. . Dependent children with adults are free (Up to a maximum of 3). Extra people $20 each per night
Duvets blankets and pillows provided. Linen and towels available if required at $10 per person per stay.
Kayaks and life jackets available.
Shorter stays may be available during Xmas period - preference given to 7 day minimum.
Pets are welcome - we have had some trouble lately with dogs digging. If your dog digs PLEASE be sure to replace the dirt/sand.
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);
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
At our discretion
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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About the area
Tauranga
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Papamoa Beach, a neighbourhood in Tauranga. The Elms Mission House and Monmouth Redoubt are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Maunganui and Bay of Plenty. Blokart Recreation Park and Looking Glass Garden are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Papamoa, Tauranga
What's nearby
- Emerald Shores Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Papamoa Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Harding Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Motiti Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
- Mount Maunganui - 27 min drive - 24.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Henry & Ted - 19 min walk
- Rise Artisan Bakery - 20 min walk
- McDonald's - 11 min drive
- Papamoa Beach Tavern - 10 min drive
- Robert Harris - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Shikaar G.
22 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shikaar G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
William Rata A.
7 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
William Rata A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim P.
24 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole G.
5 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nicole G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Junette G.
23 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Junette G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christine B.
13 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christine B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sid B.
4 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sid B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul W.
30 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great short stay
Paul W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ronell M.
20 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
Ronell M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
suzy b.
22 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely beach stay
suzy b.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
suzy b.
13 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach front!
suzy b.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maporo R.
20 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mean
Maporo R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Trinity L.
6 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't beat this location!
Trinity L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ruth and Craig Y.
26 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay
Ruth and Craig Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
janice b.
16 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Two old girls and a wee dog
janice b.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike B.
11 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Epic spot
Mike B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Niki M.
26 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Niki M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susanne H.
7 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and bach!
Susanne H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alice K.
2 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Papamoa paradise
Alice K.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Fraser W.
3 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Typical Kiwi Bach Right on Beach
Fraser W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Naomi C.
25 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most peaceful place to stay
Naomi C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Daniele L.
13 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Need downtime?
Daniele L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy A.
4 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piece of Paradise
Amy A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
sandra r.
16 Dec, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Papamoa by the ocean.
sandra r.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
About the host
Hosted by Rachel
What makes this property unique
Typical Kiwi bach
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