Quiet and tranquil, overlooking the sea

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Kaipara Harbour, Tinopai

Kauri Museum26 min drive
Mangawhai Heads Beach84 min drive
Omaha Beach110 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Caravan

1 Double Bed

Lounge

1 Double Futon

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Single bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Tinopai is a quiet settlement in the Northern Kaipara Harbour. Find your way to Maungatoroto, then Matakohe Museum and turn south towards the harbour. Good swimming, the water's so clean, being close to the Heads. The Matakohe Museum is a must, top class! The locals are really nice, we hope you get to know them. If you have a boat, great fishing 1 km up the estuary (exact spot is classified information). There's a wharf from which to fish if you are a landlubber. If you're fit, Mt Tokatoka is worth a climb, to view the Kaipara all the way to Dargaville. If you're a stargazer, the night sky is an astronomer's dream.
The bach itself is set on half an acre, with a small bush walk at the bottom. Sleeps six comfortably. A wee caravan (which the kids fight over) on site.
Special conditions:
Families preferred
Smoking allowed outside only
Deck not fenced so watch small children
Pets allowed with prior approval
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels and sheets)

Property manager

JulieCh7

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

The set up - relaxed living. Outdoor sink and water.

Sea view

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Tinopai

Located in Tinopai, this vacation home is near the beach. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Kauri Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Atiu Creek Regional Park and Kaipara Harbour. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.

Kaipara Harbour, Tinopai

What's nearby

Kauri Museum - 26 min drive
Lang's Beach - 77 min drive
Mangawhai Heads Beach - 84 min drive
Waipu Cove Beach - 85 min drive
Omaha Beach - 110 min drive

Getting around

Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 145 min drive

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

9 May 2024

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

Amazing location

Such a lovely place and great sense of community. Amazing food truck at bottom of driveway

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

5 May 2024

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

Amazing

We will be back 👍

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah E.

19 Apr 2024

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

Relaxing break

Lovely location- very quiet and peaceful. Loved the hints and tips about where to go. Walking to the Sandy beach at the end of the forestry track was great. We were the only ones there. Comfy beds, beautiful view and the dog welcome. Great spot for a quiet break.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

8 Apr 2024

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

Loved our stay

Lovely bach for a relaxing weekend away. Really clean & well-stocked, it was great to relax on the deck and enjoy the harbour view.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Andreana S.

1 Apr 2024

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

Fish for Dinner

Great bach, had everthing required. Easy communication with the owners. Caught fish for dinner which is always a bonus.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by JulieCh7

We are a retired couple. Over 20 years ago we built our bach. The land was covered with young gum trees about 6 ft high. We never knew if we would see the water or not after they were felled, but we did! We have a lovely view. It was a long process of building, just on weekends, we'd bring the materials up on a trailer and work doggedly, staying in the little caravan you see out the back. We so much enjoy sharing the fruit of our labours.

Why they chose this property

Pat always wanted to build a bach. We tried to find section on the east coast but the cost was astronomical. We could afford this land, and we are glad we chose the west coast.