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Shifting Sands on Motu Wai Taha Island in the Waterways

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Whitianga, Waikato
  • Place, Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral Cove
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Hahei Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪11 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Shifting Sands on Motu Wai Taha Island in the Waterways

Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free vacation home has a garden and barbecue grills. The vacation home provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences like 2 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a patio and a dining area.
Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to patios. Accommodations are furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Whitianga

Whitianga is home to this vacation home. Opito Point Historic Reserve and Lost Spring Thermal Pools reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Combat Zone Paintball and Fun Park and The Coromandel Smoking Co..
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Whitianga, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hot Water Beach - 26 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 27 min drive - 41.5 km
  • Hahei Beach - 28 min drive - 41.1 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 59 min drive - 87.5 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eggcentric Cafe - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪The Hive - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Grace O'Malley's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Stoked - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Marina Bay Eatery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shifting Sands on Motu Wai Taha Island in the Waterways pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shifting Sands on Motu Wai Taha Island in the Waterways?

As of Apr 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shifting Sands on Motu Wai Taha Island in the Waterways on Dec 31, 2026 start from $224, 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 Shifting Sands on Motu Wai Taha Island in the Waterways?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shifting Sands on Motu Wai Taha Island in the Waterways?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shifting Sands on Motu Wai Taha Island in the Waterways located?

Situated in Whitianga, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mercury Bay Golf & Country Club, Lost Spring Thermal Pools, and Buffalo Beach. Mercury Bay Museum and Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue V.

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

relaxing stay

Great location for our needs.Quiet location.modern clean home with all amenitiesJust a bit of a problem with bird poo all over the outdoor chairs and table
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

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

A home away from home.

Our family had a fabulous stay at Shifting Sands recently. The house had everything we needed, was very clean and tidy and very quiet. Angela and Jeff were very easy to talk to and responded promptly to our questions. The house is in a great location for exploring Whitianga and the wider area. Would love to stay again sometime and would highly recommend to anyone else.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good Stay

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by JEFFREY HALL

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