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Shaw Road Family Retreat

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A coastal property with a garage, a wooden fence, and a view of the sea and mountains.
A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and stove. There is a large window providing natural light and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a large wooden dining table, comfortable seating, and a kitchen area with modern appliances.
A small kitchen with a window, a sink, and a door.
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Waihi Beach

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Waihi Beach, Bay of Plenty
  • Place, Waihi Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Orokawa Scenic Reserve
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Whangamata Beach
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tauranga (TRG)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Waihi Beach

Waihi Beach is home to this holiday home. Historical Athenree Homestead and Seddon St are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Waihi Arts Centre & Museum and Goldfields Railway.
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Waihi Beach, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Waihi Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Orokawa Scenic Reserve - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Athenree Hot Springs - 12 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 47 min drive - 54.3 km
  • Tauranga Domain - 53 min drive - 73.6 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Secret Garden - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Waihi beach pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ti Tree Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Flat White Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shaw Road Family Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Shaw Road Family Retreat?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shaw Road Family Retreat on 27 Oct 2026 start from £564, 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 at Shaw Road Family Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shaw Road Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shaw Road Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shaw Road Family Retreat located?

This family-friendly Waihi Beach holiday home is steps away from Bay of Plenty and Waihi Beach. Orokawa Scenic Reserve and Orokawa Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, spacious house. Family and dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Bronwyn was a great guest. Communication was always friendly and they followed all the house rules and left the house very tidy on exit. Would love to host Bronwyn again in the future 😀
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space for extended familyResponsive owner Great location - close to beach and shopsLots of games, pool tableSpa pool was awesome Pet friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday house - lots of space, good facilities and so close to the beach. And host was very responsive to needs of our large family group.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb 2026
Liz and her family were great guests, followed all the house rules and left the house tidy on exit. Would love to host them again in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Awesome stay

We had 3 families stay, plenty of room, lovely big deck. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous house for our group of 8. Very comfortable, warm and clean. Everything we needed. Our host was great with communication. Loved the spa. Thank you so much and we highly recommend this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2026
Janice was a great guest to host. Her group was very quiet and left the house very tidy on exit. Would love to host them again in the future
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for our group of 6 adults. Great location so close to the beach, lots of space to spread out. Clean and tidy, great to have spa and pool table to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is well situated for the local shops etc being in walking distance , the sea views are awesome and the facilities are great with more than ample room for activities and plenty of boat parking .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2026
Always happy to host Jane at our house. She stays with her children, grandchildren and her 2 dogs and the house is left tidy on exit. Communication is friendly and timely, and house rules are followed. Welcome back anytime.
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