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Located along the river, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 9 guests and features 1 bathroom. It includes a hot tub, deck, porch, patio, and games. Enjoy water views while engaging in nearby birdwatching, cave exploring, and snorkeling. The property is pet-friendly and near Waipu Cove Beach and Lang's Beach.
Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Waipu, Northland
Waipu Cove Beach
Place, Waipu Cove Beach
7 min drive
Waipu Museum
Place, Waipu Museum
9 min drive
Lang's Beach
Place, Lang's Beach
9 min drive
Whangarei (WRE)
Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
45 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Waipu Dunes - with Spa
Waterfront walk to the beach. Pet-Friendly!
Waipu Cove
Discover the ultimate retreat at Waipu Dunes, a serene 3-bedroom holiday home nestled perfectly between Waipu village and Waipu Cove. With unlimited WIFI, spacious interiors, a rejuvenating spa pool, and direct access to the beach via the estuary, this modern farmhouse offers panoramic sea and rural views. Ideal for extended families, the property features two living spaces, a well-appointed kitchen, and a large coastal section for family games of cricket, football and golf. Enjoy the peace and quiet, explore the nearby river and dunes, and create unforgettable memories in the stunning Bream Bay.
Guest Testimonial: "The Bach is great. Perfectly situated between Waipu village and Waipu Cove, Private, access to the immaculate beach via canoes across the estuary. Open space galore, great spa, bats and balls, TV and DVDs for the kids, big rooms and a well-appointed kitchen. This is a seriously good spot." - Michael B.
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Property Highlights:
Comfortable 3-bedroom home in Waipu Cove with unlimited WIFI. Spacious interior, ample outdoor living, and a rejuvenating spa pool. Modern farmhouse with 3 large bedrooms, extra beds, a well-equipped kitchen, and two living spaces - ideal for extended families. Access the river at the bottom of the property and follow the dunes to the beach. Hot and cold outdoor shower to keep sandy feet outdoors.
Relax and Unwind:
Disconnect from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the panoramic sea and rural views. Bond with family over board games or pick a movie from our extensive library. Large coastal section for family games, with the Waipu River at your backdoor for kayaking. Pacific Ocean just over the dunes - swim or relax with a book in ultimate peace and quiet.
Holiday Bliss:
Fire up the portable BBQ for a simple meal on the deck, followed by a soak in the spa pool. Spectacular views of the night sky - a slice of Kiwi paradise.
Explore Nearby:
Learn to surf or fish off the rocks at Waipu Cove Beach, just a 5-minute drive away. Panoramic views of Bream Bay. Day trips to nearby Northland beaches or explore the famous Waipu Caves for hiking and glow worm spotting.
Notes for Guests:
The property offers unfenced access to the river, so please closely supervise young children outdoors. We provide mattress and pillow protectors, pillows, and duvets. Please note that bed linen, towels, and tea towels are not provided routinely. Linen is an option but can be provided at an extra cost. Please ask while booking. Waipu Dunes invites you to escape and create unforgettable memories on this stunning Northland coast!
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Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off heaters (including hall heaters)
Cover the Spa
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please conserve water. If the tank runs out due to excessive use, a $240 charge will apply.
There are kayaks available to use but guests must bring their own life-jackets to use them.
Linen is an option but can be provided at an extra cost. Please ask while booking.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9382875
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Waipu
Located in Waipu, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Te Arai Reserve and Waipu Cove Beach, while Waipu Museum and Mangawhai Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cave exploring.
Is Waipu Dunes - with Spa
Waterfront walk to the beach. Pet-Friendly!
Waipu Cove pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Waipu Dunes - with Spa
Waterfront walk to the beach. Pet-Friendly!
Waipu Cove?
As of 24 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waipu Dunes - with Spa
Waterfront walk to the beach. Pet-Friendly!
Waipu Cove on 6 Sept 2026 start from £492, 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 Waipu Dunes - with Spa
Waterfront walk to the beach. Pet-Friendly!
Waipu Cove?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Waipu Dunes - with Spa
Waterfront walk to the beach. Pet-Friendly!
Waipu Cove?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Waipu Dunes - with Spa
Waterfront walk to the beach. Pet-Friendly!
Waipu Cove?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Waipu Dunes - with Spa
Waterfront walk to the beach. Pet-Friendly!
Waipu Cove located?
This family-friendly Waipu holiday home is located on the waterfront, 1.6 mi (2.7 km) from Waipu Cove Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lang's Beach and Waipu Museum. Ruakaka Beach and Mangawhai Heads Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).
About the host
Hosted by Rebecca
We are a small family (much bigger when the extended family comes to stay). We love the beach and wanted to give our son the chance to be safe to roam and build memories. We love staying at our home, but love to share it too.
Why they chose this property
That's such an easy question. We were married in Waipu Cove in 2007. Just down the road. So the location already meant so much to us.
When we bought the land, we had no house or landscaping, so our first years were spent planting trees and renovating the house we relocated to the land from Te Aroha. We still haven't finished renovating, and we would love to have a new bathroom soon, but we think the house works well.
We love the area, and proximity to Auckland (Close to 1.5 hours with the new motorway - eat that Coromandel). Over the years we have really seen such a change in Waipu. Great Cafe's opening, fabulous new stores, excellent markets, and old favourites like the Pizza Barn and the antique shops. It's just getting better and better.
What makes this property unique
That's obvious. The proximity to the water - Right there! It's also really lovely to be on such a large private section, over three acres. So many places for the kids to run around.
Languages:
English
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