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Absolute Beach Front,3 brm bach sleeps 6 .Plus 5 person sleepout also available

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Beach
Main Lounge
Private kitchen
Room
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Manukau Heads, Auckland
  • Place, Matakawau Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Manukau Heads Lighthouse
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Awhitu Regional Park
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪86 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bunk room off the main lounge

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Separate sleepout

1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main house

Toilet · Shower only

Sleepout

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Absolute Beach Front,3 brm bach sleeps 6 .Plus 5 person sleepout also available

3 bedroom house, located on the beach at Big Bay, Great safe beach for swimming, with lovely views back to Auckland City.
Only 1 1/2 hours from Auckland City.
The house sleeps 6, consisting of a queen bed bedroom.Bunk room facing the water with a set of bunks and a room with 2 single need.

There is a large seperate sleep out, that sleeps 5, available at an additional $50,per night per additional person on request.
When booking the sleep out,tick additional beds according to the additional people who will be using it

Sleep out beds include a queen bed , single bed and bunk beds , and still lots of room for everyone to spread out.
Ideal for a second family. Includes its own toilet and vanity. Sleep out is fully insulated and carpeted.Sleepout has it's own TV which is not connected to the aerial but has cables for lap top or USB connection.

No wifi but good cell/internet coverage with sky tower site in site.

The kitchen is well equipped, including microwave, dishwasher,nescafe coffee machine,soda stream and more.
Bring your ownn nescafe pods and soda

Great books to read , please feel free to swap .Many games in the cupboard too.
There is plenty of off street parking and to park the boat, with a separate water tank to wash down the boat.
A boat ramp is at the end of the road to launch the boat.

A lovely north facing,
sunny house, right on the beach.
Provide your own linen and towels.
Duvets and pillows provided

Dog friendly house,cork floors,dog cage and water bowls available on site

Previous owners set the house up for wheel chair access including-
Wheel chair access ramps on front and back decks and a concrete path leading from the concrete drive way to the decks.

BBQ ,Outdoor chairs,Kayak and life jacket,kids beach bikes, beach toys,dart board available to use.

Local activities to do include-
Beach walking around the coast
Swimming at high tide
Kayaking
Manukau light house visit
Fishing
Playground in the bay.plus surrounding bays
Awhitu Regional Park walks
Awhitu golf course
Awhitu winery visit by appointment
Sand boarding at Hamilton's Gap on the west coast


Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
1 dog is ok, the property is not fenced
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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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Big Bay

Located in Manukau Heads, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The Wallace Arts Centre, Pah Homestead and Crystal Mountain are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Paradice Ice Skating or Mt Albert Aquatic Centre. With kayaking, motor boating, and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Manukau Heads, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Matakawau Beach - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Manukau Heads Lighthouse - 27 min drive - 19.0 km
  • Thornlea Grove Recreation Reserve - 34 min drive - 48.1 km
  • Awhitu Regional Park - 36 min drive - 48.9 km
  • Karioitahi Beach - 48 min drive - 54.6 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Huia Store - ‬111 min drive
  • ‪Laingholm Takeaway - ‬101 min drive
  • ‪The Huia Foodstore - ‬111 min drive
  • ‪St Margret's Country Garden Cafe - ‬104 min drive
  • ‪Awhitu Social Club - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute Beach Front,3 brm bach sleeps 6 .Plus 5 person sleepout also available pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Absolute Beach Front,3 brm bach sleeps 6 .Plus 5 person sleepout also available ?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Absolute Beach Front,3 brm bach sleeps 6 .Plus 5 person sleepout also available on Apr 26, 2026 start from $134, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Absolute Beach Front,3 brm bach sleeps 6 .Plus 5 person sleepout also available ?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute Beach Front,3 brm bach sleeps 6 .Plus 5 person sleepout also available ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Absolute Beach Front,3 brm bach sleeps 6 .Plus 5 person sleepout also available located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 7.5 mi (12 km) from Matakawau Beach and 10.4 mi (16.8 km) from Manukau Heads Lighthouse. Waipipi Bird Park is 22.3 mi (36 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

GrantGrant M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, perfect for a relaxing time.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, property and hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our 2nd time staying at this property and we really enjoyed our stay.Its extremely relaxing and we love it is pet friendly. We'll definitely be back as we absolutely love the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Such an amazing location, right on the beachfront and our dog loved being able to come with us too.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delwyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location, place is homely and has everything ,plenty of room for the boat,great that it's pet friendly .The hosts welcome email was helpful and descriptive. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to return again soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic location and everything you need in this classic kiwi batch. Hope to come back again another day.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was amazing and just what I needed. Perfect weather made it all the more enjoyable. Even not being of swimming age did not matter. My friend and I enjoyed seeing around the Peninsula,such a unique place. The allowing of our dogs to be inside for the nights was much appreciated, being tied upon the deck was perfect if still wet. We would definitely like to have another holiday here.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adele v.

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

Family holiday

We had a wonderful stay at Big Bay. The perfect spot for a family holiday 😊 looking forward to visiting again sometime soon
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

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

Amazing place

Wonderful spot, great place. Very helpful property owners. We enjoyed our stay. Great facilities.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vance S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super view of the water. It was ideal and exactly as described. I would definitely use it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tam H.

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

Couldn’t get a better location

Great communication and a marvellous place
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Best house in Big Bay

The location and size of property is amazing! So easy to arrive and settle in. Lovely home-Thankyou!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry A.

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

A great location and outlook. We will be returning as soon as we can

Super tidy and well run. Excellent right on the beach location. Great outlook & views. Very friendly host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

Best stay in big bay

We were delighted with our stay at big bay. We were extremely impressed with the early check in and check out times and with how well set up the house was (had everything we could ever think of) and was perfect for two families. The photos really don't do the place justice, the view and location. 10/10, we will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerrad C.

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

Gerrad

Great place to stay exceeded expectations we had a gteat family weekend hopefully will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kylie J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We enjoyed the location, and were grateful for the fireplace and wood over a stormy long weekend. The house was pretty damp and musty when we arrived. The kitchen was well equipped.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

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

Amazing location

Our family had a winter getaway at this well equipped kiwi bach. The rooms were cosy with comfortable beds and the living area was large and supported group gatherings. Log fire and views were amazing. Pictures didn’t do it justice and will definitely return in the summertime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Hadley P.

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

Classic Kiwi Bach.

Working group needing a place to crash for the week. Perfect setup for us. Everything you'll need to equip yourselves for the perfect stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

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

Relaxing getaway

Such a great place to relax with friends/family. Our dog thinks it’s pretty fantastic too!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

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

Perfect getaway

Such a beautiful spot and a really nice place to unwind. Great communication and wonderful memories to be made.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

A beautiful spot close to Auckland

We loved having the sandy beach only a few metres from the large deck at the front of the house. Sadly there was a bit of a storm and quite a lot of rain when we stayed so we weren’t able to sit outside on the deck, but the lounge and dining area was comfy and spacious and we enjoyed watching the storm rage outside!! Even at low tide there is a lovely view from the house. It would be a very safe place for kids to play and swim. A total plus for us was being able to take our dog and go for walks on the beach. The house was very clean and the kitchen was very well equipped. The only downside for us is that there weren’t 2 queen side beds inside the house, but that’s only our personal preference. There was a second queen size bed in the sleepout. The large sleepout was very well insulated with plywood walls and new carpet. This was a really nice place to relax and I’d like to come back some time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manfred S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

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