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Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Whale Bay, Raglan
- Place, Whale Bay2 min walk
- Place, Manu Bay Nature Reserve13 min walk
- Place, Waikato Hospital46 min drive
- Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront
Absolute waterfront accommodation right on the surf, is the modern (refurbished Dec 21') Whale Bay Surf Bach
Stylish 2 bedroom ocean front apartment nestled in a private, sub-tropical garden with the famous left hand point break out front & private access to the surf & boardwalk
Soak in the surf & magical sunsets from the spa & enjoy watching the waves roll in from the bedroom, living or large deck area - you'll be in absolute awe of the incredible views & entertained by our unique surroundings
Relax in the spa pool whilst watching the surf or sunsets and enjoy private access to the surf and boardwalk. Frequented regularly by world champion surfers whom demand the best surf front locations. ldeal for the traveler, the family, keen surfers and those that just want to get away and be energised and entertained by our unique surroundings.
The Whale Bay Surf Bach is the ground level to the Whale Bay Surf House. If you are after a larger area with 3 x bedrooms - book the upper level 'Whale Bay Surf House'. Or book both levels if you are after more space (total property sleeps 10) and enjoy the entire property to yourselves!
THE WHALE BAY SURF BACH FEATURES:
Having just gone extensive renovations in December 2021, the stylish coastal, and family friendly bach is in an excellent modern condition with heated tiled floors, a new spa pool (Dec 21') excellent indoor outdoor living flow with a large deck/grass area great for BBQ & entertaining, all high end linen included and everything else you need to make your stay one not to be forgotten..
Bedrooms: 2 x bedrooms - main room has 1 x Queen and 2nd room has 1 x Queen with 1 x King Single built in bunk bed above. All linen included. Both bedrooms have Smart Tv's with built in Netflix (account supplied)
Kitchen: All cooking utensils and crockery are supplied. Bosch oven with microwave feature, induction stovetop, toaster, kettle, coffee plunger with Raglan Roast Coffee, selection of teas, hot chocolate, cooking oil, sugar, salt & pepper. Tea towels and dish cloths are supplied.
TV & Internet: Free Wifi available. 3 x Smart Tv’s with Netflix account supplied (lounge & 2 x bedrooms). All TV’s have smart tv capability, including apps like; Freeview, TV OnDemand, Netflix (subscription included), Youtube, Spotify, Neon, internet browsing capability and more.
Bathroom: Fully tiled bathroom with heated flooring, heated towel rails and large led mirror above basin. Towels, hand towels, bath mats, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and hand wash supplied.
Deck, Spa & BBQ: The Spa pool has spectacular views of the surf and sunsets. The lounge flows onto the deck which then flows onto the grass providing indoor/outdoor living at its best. Perfect for BBQ's and entertaining with BBQ utensils and gas provided. The outdoor dining table is a must in the summer evenings or enjoy the outdoor lounge area + coffee table if you feel like sitting in comfort and admiring the views.
Exterior - Yard, Surf Access & Shower: The house is nestled within a sub tropical garden with pathways leading you down to your private gate to the surf. A hot outdoor shower is provided perfect for a wash off after the surf. The entire property is fully fenced making it the perfect place for kids. A large trampoline is also onsite however please note there are no matts around the tramp, adult supervision is advised to avoid injury and we are not responsible for any incidents, you are welcome to use at your own risk.
Carparking: 1 carpark provided inside the property gates, with plenty of street parking available also.
THE WHALE BAY SURF HOUSE - The Whale Bay Surf Bach is the ground floor which sleeps up to 5 guests. Whale Bay Surf House is the upper floor which also can sleep up to 5 guests (seperate listing). There is no internal access between the floors. As the two floors are both airbnbs there will be a strict no noise policy after 10pm. Although the two levels are very private, we thankyou in advance for your understanding of, and respect for the guests on the upper level as well (should it be occupied)
NOTE - Whilst we welcome normal in-house entertainment for our in-house guests, due to both, the facilities available and residential zoning etc, please advise at time of booking of any function, a party, or any event where additional (non resident guests) may arrive, as certain terms will need to be agreed on, thanks.
Stylish 2 bedroom ocean front apartment nestled in a private, sub-tropical garden with the famous left hand point break out front & private access to the surf & boardwalk
Soak in the surf & magical sunsets from the spa & enjoy watching the waves roll in from the bedroom, living or large deck area - you'll be in absolute awe of the incredible views & entertained by our unique surroundings
Relax in the spa pool whilst watching the surf or sunsets and enjoy private access to the surf and boardwalk. Frequented regularly by world champion surfers whom demand the best surf front locations. ldeal for the traveler, the family, keen surfers and those that just want to get away and be energised and entertained by our unique surroundings.
The Whale Bay Surf Bach is the ground level to the Whale Bay Surf House. If you are after a larger area with 3 x bedrooms - book the upper level 'Whale Bay Surf House'. Or book both levels if you are after more space (total property sleeps 10) and enjoy the entire property to yourselves!
THE WHALE BAY SURF BACH FEATURES:
Having just gone extensive renovations in December 2021, the stylish coastal, and family friendly bach is in an excellent modern condition with heated tiled floors, a new spa pool (Dec 21') excellent indoor outdoor living flow with a large deck/grass area great for BBQ & entertaining, all high end linen included and everything else you need to make your stay one not to be forgotten..
Bedrooms: 2 x bedrooms - main room has 1 x Queen and 2nd room has 1 x Queen with 1 x King Single built in bunk bed above. All linen included. Both bedrooms have Smart Tv's with built in Netflix (account supplied)
Kitchen: All cooking utensils and crockery are supplied. Bosch oven with microwave feature, induction stovetop, toaster, kettle, coffee plunger with Raglan Roast Coffee, selection of teas, hot chocolate, cooking oil, sugar, salt & pepper. Tea towels and dish cloths are supplied.
TV & Internet: Free Wifi available. 3 x Smart Tv’s with Netflix account supplied (lounge & 2 x bedrooms). All TV’s have smart tv capability, including apps like; Freeview, TV OnDemand, Netflix (subscription included), Youtube, Spotify, Neon, internet browsing capability and more.
Bathroom: Fully tiled bathroom with heated flooring, heated towel rails and large led mirror above basin. Towels, hand towels, bath mats, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and hand wash supplied.
Deck, Spa & BBQ: The Spa pool has spectacular views of the surf and sunsets. The lounge flows onto the deck which then flows onto the grass providing indoor/outdoor living at its best. Perfect for BBQ's and entertaining with BBQ utensils and gas provided. The outdoor dining table is a must in the summer evenings or enjoy the outdoor lounge area + coffee table if you feel like sitting in comfort and admiring the views.
Exterior - Yard, Surf Access & Shower: The house is nestled within a sub tropical garden with pathways leading you down to your private gate to the surf. A hot outdoor shower is provided perfect for a wash off after the surf. The entire property is fully fenced making it the perfect place for kids. A large trampoline is also onsite however please note there are no matts around the tramp, adult supervision is advised to avoid injury and we are not responsible for any incidents, you are welcome to use at your own risk.
Carparking: 1 carpark provided inside the property gates, with plenty of street parking available also.
THE WHALE BAY SURF HOUSE - The Whale Bay Surf Bach is the ground floor which sleeps up to 5 guests. Whale Bay Surf House is the upper floor which also can sleep up to 5 guests (seperate listing). There is no internal access between the floors. As the two floors are both airbnbs there will be a strict no noise policy after 10pm. Although the two levels are very private, we thankyou in advance for your understanding of, and respect for the guests on the upper level as well (should it be occupied)
NOTE - Whilst we welcome normal in-house entertainment for our in-house guests, due to both, the facilities available and residential zoning etc, please advise at time of booking of any function, a party, or any event where additional (non resident guests) may arrive, as certain terms will need to be agreed on, thanks.
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Amenities
Hot tub
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Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
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- Free Wi-Fi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Raglan
Located in Raglan, this apartment is on the beach. Manu Bay Nature Reserve and Whale Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Old School Arts Centre and Waingaro Hot Springs. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

Whale Bay, Raglan
What's nearby
- Whale Bay - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Manu Bay Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Waikato Hospital - 46 min drive - 63.8 km
- SkyCity Hamilton - 48 min drive - 64.5 km
- University of Waikato - 52 min drive - 67.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Wharf Kitchen & Bar - 11 min drive
- George's Beach Club - 9 min drive
- Orca Restaurant & Bar - 9 min drive
- Roll Up - 9 min drive
- Raglan Roast Coffee House - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
29 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kyler C.
13 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kyler C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sofija F.
17 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sofija F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
glenn m.
22 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic spot
glenn m.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hayley H.
15 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family surf trip
Hayley H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
amanda m.
21 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
amanda m.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
21 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends weekend
Lisa H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vacation F.
19 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Vacation F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Arlene G.
1 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Arlene G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danielle M.
21 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loaction, location, location
Danielle M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gary C.
26 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location
Gary C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan T.
5 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whale bay 🙌
Ryan T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah M.
23 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful wee haven
Sarah M.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jason S.
18 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible spot
Jason S.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelby N.
24 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The absolute BEST view!!!
Shelby N.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katherine J.
4 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need for a relaxing holiday
Katherine J.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joshua B.
17 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location and well-appointed property
Joshua B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ayla S.
16 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible little oasis
Ayla S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James D.
6 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
James D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kirsty H.
20 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful retreat
Kirsty H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon R.
3 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Amazing!
Sharon R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Margaret R.
14 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second visit this year and we'll be back!
Margaret R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
MICHELLE M.
8 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
MICHELLE M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natalie C.
29 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful sound of waves
Natalie C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laurie S.
27 Feb, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway
Laurie S.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
About the host
Hosted by Property Manager - Yjosine Barry
What makes this property unique
Direct Beachfront Access, Gated off street parking.
Languages:
English
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