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Opito Bay - A Slice of Paradise on the Coromandel

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A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a blue backsplash.
A view from a window overlooking a residential area with houses, a road, and a body of water.
A building with a grey exterior, a small garden with ferns and other plants, and a white chair outside.
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a black armchair, and a television. Large glass doors lead to an outdoor area with a view of the sea and hills.
A living room with a wooden table, two dark blue sofas, a tripod, and a wall with a 'Life is good at the beach' sign.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Otama Beach
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Hot tub on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Opito Bay
  • Place, Otama Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Moore Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Opito Point Historic Reserve
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Downstairs Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Downstairs Sleeping area 5

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Opito Bay - A Slice of Paradise on the Coromandel

North facing 3 level fully furnished holiday home with fabulous views of the Mercury Islands. Two minutes walk from the beautiful sandy beach. Excellent fishing and diving spots minutes away. Great walking tracks nearby to take in the wonderful scenery. A great location for all, whether it is time away relaxing with family and friends soaking up the casual beach atmosphere of Opito Bay or serious fishing and diving time out around the Mercury Islands. A paradise for both kids and adults alike.
Special conditions:
Linen hireage and a cleaning service is available at an additional charge. Three nights minimum stay during shoulder season. Five nights minimum stay during peak season. Tariff is based on 8 people but holiday home sleeps a maximum of 12 people. Family groups preferred.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Leave the house as you found it, clean, dishes done and rubbish removed. Bring your own sheets, pillowcases and bath towels. Beach towels and tera towels supplied.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before noon
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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

Property # 20004542
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Opito Bay

Located in Opito Bay, this holiday home is near the beach. Te Pare Historic Reserve and Whitianga Rock Historic Reserve are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Opito Point Historic Reserve and Otama Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Opito Bay

What's nearby

  • Otama Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Moore Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Opito Point Historic Reserve - 13 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Buffalo Beach - 35 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 42 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kua Kawhe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kua Kawhe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Opito Bay - A Slice of Paradise on the Coromandel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Opito Bay - A Slice of Paradise on the Coromandel?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Opito Bay - A Slice of Paradise on the Coromandel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Opito Bay - A Slice of Paradise on the Coromandel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Opito Bay - A Slice of Paradise on the Coromandel located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Otama Beach and Moore Park. Opito Point Historic Reserve and Pink Beach are also within 1 mile (2 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 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly host, spacious and as better than the photos!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Fantastic week in Opito, magic spot and house was perfect for two families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan, 2025
Thanks Paul. Lovely to hear you had a great time in our slice of paradise
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning spot

The property was great. Beautiful views and plenty of room. Short walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2023
Great renters. Easy to deal with and left the property great.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic house in an amazing spot

We had a fabulous stay here, the house is in a great position close to the beach and has all the facilities you need and more. Thanks so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous long weekend at Opito Bay

Amazing property, so much space for a large group/two families, incredibly well stocked kitchen. The bay itself is beautiful - awesome waves, calm places for paddle boarding and great fishing! Hosts have great coms and are very accommodating. Thank you for a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2022
Thanks for the great review. It is a great spot with regards to location and also our home is well suited to a larger group. Great to hear the fishing was great.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent family friendly house

Amazing house. Well equipped with everything you need. Quick walk to the beach. Lovely little community
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Dec, 2022
Thanks Laura. Glad you enjoyed your stay. Its a great spacious holiday home for two families. and great beach for the kids.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Opito Perfection

What a great holiday. We’ve been wanting to stay in Opito over Christmas for so long. This bach has everything and more. The layout is great, location perfect. It has so many amenities. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan, 2023
Thanks Ryan. So glad you enjoyed our holiday bach. Opito Bay is a wonderful spot on the Coromandel and has a great family/ community atmosphere.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden paradise

Although the weather didn’t play ball that is putting it mildly!!! We had a great stay at this quiet beach 😎 House fully equipped with plenty of fridge & freezer room which was needed for our 12 nights with 4 adult & 1 teen. Highly recommend if you want to get away from it all with no Wifi!! 😳
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Feb, 2023
The weather certainly didn't play ball this summer. Totally understand your comment re no wifi when your days couldn't be spent out on the water or lazing on the beach.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay in Opito Paradise

This property was very well situated for access to the beach and walks along the waterfront. Communication from the owners was excellent and we were lucky to be the first to use the new kitchen which was beautiful. Large, with everything that you could wish for in appliances, storage, crockery, cutlery and utensils.The BBQ was great.The bedroom configuration was almost perfect, we were a party of 9 adults and didn't realise that the fifth bedroom was a garage space - someone had to miss out on the views from the bedroom and be in a thoroughfare.That did not distract from our enjoyment of our stay, which was a time for catching up with family and enjoying the peace and beauty of Opito Bay.An excellent location and the accommodation was everything that we could wish for, unanimous agreement from us all.Thank you.Theresa
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar, 2025
Thanks Theresa for your great review. So pleased you had a lovely time with family at Opito. We have noted your comment regarding the 5th bedroom and will update our web page. Thanks again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay recommend

Fantastic spot loved it will be going again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in a beautiful location

My family and I had the most amazing time in Opito Bay! Joy and Phillip were so easy to communicate with and provided easy to understand instructions regarding our stay. The home itself had all we needed and more. Everything was provided and flexibility with check in and check out times made it easier. We made a lot of great memories whilst there and plan to rebook next year. Thanks Joy and Phillip :)
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

We loved our stay here. The bach is clean and has everything you need to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of Opito Bay. We were sorry to leave! Great hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Short Break

Our family of young adults and teens took a micro break for 4 days. It's a magic spot with great views and outdoor spaces. The house was very clean, well equipped and comfortable. We will difinitely be back! Thank you so much!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2021
Thanks Rochelle. Great to hear you had a great stay. We always find with a family or friends group of mixed ages there's space for everyone to gather or have time out if they choose. Hopefully the weather will be better on your next stay. Opito bay is a special spot.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely place to stay

Had a really enjoyable time. Really close to the beach, and remote enough to feel like a getaway, Will definitely look to book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2021
Thanks Elliott. Glad you had an enjoyable time. It is a wonderful spot there. Great dealing with you and look forward to hearing from you in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Really enjoyed our time at Opito Bay. Awesome house to stay with all the tools for a good trip. Sadly the weather was not too good on our last two days. But we got out there for a fish and a dive. Caught some really good Kahawai, Snapper and Trevally. We will definitely be back for Summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr, 2021
Glad you had a great time despite the weather and caught some good fish.. It is a a great house for a larger family group. Thanks for leaving the house perfect. Look forward to hearing from you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday Fun

Great place to have family stay for a holiday lots of room everything you need great beach fishing wasnt that great but thats fishing. Kids enjoyed snorkling and kayaks . Dolphins were out in the bay they were great watching. Joy was very easy to talk with and very welcoming. Thanks for a great time we will be back
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Mar, 2021
Glad to hear you had a great time. Opito Bay is a wonderful spot. The dolphins are an extra bonus when they visit.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great size and location for an extended family holiday

We loved the spot. Plenty of room and places to explore ; )
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Paradise 🏖

Joy was an absolute delight to deal with and made us feel extremely welcome! The property offered everything we needed including an ideal location and some extra special ‘trimmings’ ☺️ Thanks Joy!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent house for larger group good location

Very good
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family home

Wonderful place to stay heaps of space and room
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise in Opito

This property was absolutely perfect for our family holiday. It was very well equipped, lovely and spacious and in a perfect location. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2020
Thanks Tim.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great for the beach!

Great away from it all location with easy access to a nice beach, but remote so shop and take with you. Nice accommodation, big with plenty of space for larger groups to spread out.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lovely property ideal for our needs.

Lovely property, plenty of rooms and space to spread.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful base for our holiday; warmly recommended

Joy and the local agent Colin were great; the bach was really well equipped and we had a wonderful time at Opito. The only glitch for us, coming from the UK, was that the website said that we had to bring our "own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels)", but in fact that was all provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2020
Thanks Denis for the great review. My apologies for not advising that you had the option to pay slightly extra to cover fully provided linen. Pleased to hear you had a lovely time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A fantastic house for our extended family group

Lots of room for everybody, great views and a very short stroll to the beach. We loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2020
Thanks Katherine for the great review. We have always found that even with our large family group holidays there is always plenty of space. Glad you enjoyed your stay.

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