Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Firepit available
One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 10•5 bedrooms•6 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Barbecue grill
Balcony
Explore the area
Whangarei Heads, Northland
Ocean Beach
Place, Ocean Beach
2 min walk
Town Basin Marina
Place, Town Basin Marina
52 min drive
Ruakaka Beach
Place, Ruakaka Beach
61 min drive
Whangarei (WRE)
Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
46 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Downstairs Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Bunkroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Ocean Beach Family Retreat- private walkway to beach
This character beach home is less than 100 metres from one of Northland's most beautiful beaches. Ocean Beach is just down from the Tutukaka coast, 2 beaches south of Patua. To get to the beach from the bach, you don't even cross a road, instead simply follow a 20m private path across sand dunes. The area provides a touch of old school NZ bach life, with numerous leisure activities including surfing, great boating and fishing, coastal walks though the nearby DOC reserve and a variety of additional beaches to accommodate every weather variation. Ocean Beach is only 30 mins from Whangarei or 2 1/2 hours drive from Auckland. This well equiped home has 5 bedrooms (3x queen bed, 1 x bunk bed, 1x bunk and single bed), large downstairs living area and upstairs a games room with ping pong table, 2 bathrooms, a large, modern kitchen with 2 fridge freezers, and is set in a 1000sqm section with lush gardens. Enjoy great sea views from the top floor- you can lie in bed and check on the surf! One deck provides breakfast sun overlooking the sea, while you can BBQ on the rear deck to the setting sun. Great views of the reserve and Bream Head complete the tranquil setting. There is ample onsite parking. Special conditions: 2 nights minimum stay year round. Except long weekends - 3 night min, and 7 nights min stay in peak season mid Dec to end of Jan. Families are preferred (comfortably sleeps 6 adults and 4 kids - 6 adults max).
Smoking allowed outside only.
Arrival after 3pm, depart by 11am.
FOR BOOKINGS OVER NEW YEAR - booking must be for 7 nights minimum. Bookings must be booked adjacent to existing bookings.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$120.00 per stay) For people with dogs there is an extra $50 required due to additional cleaning. NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 20005060
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
About the area
Whangarei Heads
Located in Whangarei Heads, this holiday home is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Waipu Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ocean Beach and Taurikura Bay. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Is Ocean Beach Family Retreat- private walkway to beach pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Beach Family Retreat- private walkway to beach?
As of 23 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Beach Family Retreat- private walkway to beach on 26 Aug, 2026 start from S$998, 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 Ocean Beach Family Retreat- private walkway to beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ocean Beach Family Retreat- private walkway to beach?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ocean Beach Family Retreat- private walkway to beach?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ocean Beach Family Retreat- private walkway to beach located?
This family-friendly Whangarei Heads holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Ocean Beach and Mount Lion. Taurikura Bay and Mount Manaia are also within 6 miles (10 km).
About the host
Hosted by julick343
Two sisters and their families bought this bach nearly 20 years ago . Our kids have grown up here , making endless memories . We love being hosts to share this piece of paradise & opening up the comforts of our large bach . We are Aucklanders who love the great outdoors ; fishing , surfing , sailing , diving , hiking and beach time.
Why they chose this property
We love this area as it’s a quintessentials kiwi bach vibe . The beach and walks are world class. Plus Whangārei Harbour is a 5 mins drive over the hill, for a different vibe with fishing , diving, more incredible hikes .
What makes this property unique
3 decks and entertainment areas. 2 massive internal living spaces (upstairs with ping pong table).