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Hahei Tree Top Retreat

Holiday home in Hahei with kitchen and balcony

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The Top House - in amongst the tree tops
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Property grounds
Exterior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Place, Hahei Beach
  • Place, Cathedral Cove
  • Place, Hot Water Beach
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Hahei Tree Top Retreat

The Top House sits on the highest point of our property, nestled amongst beautiful mature Pohutukawa's and tropical gardens. At this point I would like to make you aware that there are about 40 steps up to The Top House. My mum likes to call them the stairway to heaven but if you don't like stairs it may be the stairway to hell!

It boasts all day sun. The front deck looks towards the gorgeous island views of Hahei and provides guests with the first sun of the day, perfect for having your breakfast or morning coffee. The back deck looks over bush and rural views and enjoys the afternoon sun - perfect for late afternoon drinks.

The Top House is an easy downhill 5-10 minute walk to the beach. Hahei Beach is so beautiful - it is often called the Pink Beach because of the number of ground shells that gives it that beautiful pink tinge - it has the nicest sand of all the Coromandel beaches! There are many sprawling Pohutukawa that line the beach front that provide shelter from the sun.

Cathedral Cove walking track is a 15 minute walk from the Top House. We do have other walks in the area that are fantastic and go to beautiful beaches such as Lonely Bay. You can also go to Cathedral Cove with Cathedral Cove Kayaks or the Cathedral Cove Water Taxi and our local boat operator Hahei Explorer will visit the Cove during its tour of the coastline.

Hahei has a small village shopping area which caters to most of holiday makers needs. A well stocked general store, two restaurants, take aways, an ice cream parlour, cafe, gift shop and delicatessen. We also have an amazing dive school, kayak tours and boat rides all available in our village.

Hot Water Beach is a 10 minute drive away, and is a stunning beach as well. Of course you can dig your hot pool here at low tide, but it is the most beautiful beach for walking along - much more open and rugged than Hahei. This is the beach to go to if you enjoy surfing. It also has two options for eating - Hot Waves is open during the day and Hotties provides evening dining right on the beach.

The beaches don't just stop here - they keep going all the way to the ferry - a beach suitable for any age or activity - all within 15 minutes drive. There are a variety of different eating establishments within this drive such as the beautiful Mercury Estate Vineyard open for lunch, The Hive nestled in amongst kiwi fruit vines provides relaxed dining during the day and evening.

Come and enjoy the peace and tranquility of our small village which also provides enough action and activities for any age group.



Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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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

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Hahei

Hahei is home to this holiday home. Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery and Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve and Purangi Regional Reserve. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Hahei, Hahei

What's nearby

  • Hahei Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hot Water Beach - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Cooks Beach - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 31 min drive - 42.5 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pour House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Go Vino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stoked - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪The Church Restaurant and Accomodation - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hahei Tree Top Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hahei Tree Top Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hahei Tree Top Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Hahei Tree Top Retreat located?

Situated in Hahei, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hahei Beach and Cathedral Cove. Stingray Bay is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 185 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in an amazing location. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Hahei.
The view (lying down) from the Master bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph W.

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

Truly a stay in the treetops

Lovely place with lovely views. The walk to the local restaurants was steep, but worth the climb. The place itself was wonderful: clean, spacious, and beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Gorgeous Getaway

Everything was perfect! Beautiful views, walking distance to town, beach & hikes. Comfy beds Y the kitchen had everything we needed to cook. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice B.

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

An awesome place!!!

Beautiful accommodations, awesome location, first class .

10/10 Excellent

Tim P., Sydney

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

Amazing accommodation

The property exceeded expectations, and our expectations were high given the fantastic reviews! Very clean, great views and quiet / elevated location. We can’t wait to stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

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

Excellent house and location

Just perfect for our short stay at Hahei. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

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

One of the best places in the world

We have stayed at so many vacation homes over the years and this place is one of the best. Kind hosts, amazing view and setting among greenery. Walk to the beach. Serenity. Super clean and airy. Wonderful stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Simply the best

What a wonderful property! We enjoyed every minute that we spent there. The home was very clean and comfortable, we could not want for anything more. The host left no stone unturned for this retreat. This was a definite highlight of our trip and we want to return for a longer stay next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren V.

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

Awesome stay

This home was immaculate and perfect for our stay in Hahei. It has everything you could possibly need, from a range of Ashley & Co bathroom products, to quality glasses, and a cupboard full of the basic spices & sauces. Towels are good quality & the heated bathroom floor & towel rack was a pleasant surprise. The water pressure in the shower is fantastic & the location is very quiet except of course for the amazing bird life. We had a great holiday in this very comfortable home.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

Amazing place at Hahei

Our family had the best 3 day stay at Jane’s place. This was the best place that we stayed in NZ. Great short access (albeit uphill) to Cathedral Cove walk - this is a must do, even if you take the shuttle to top. Great local spots to eat were Pour House and Church Bistro for an amazing and very tasty dinner. We also found Cooked Mexican at Whitianga which was a gem. Also a great way to visit Whitianga via the ferry (15 min drive from Hahei) from Ferry Landing at Cooks Beach. Great communication right through and would recommend to anyone. Thanks Jane.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosie J.

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

Bali-like Tree Top Retreat

Stunning property, with absolutely everything you could possibly need. Beautiful views, such comfortable beds and linen, extremely clean and well-laid out. Loved the plants and deck areas. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor K.

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

Beautiful view

As long as you don't mind a bit of a steep climb, its a gorgeous location and a very nice house. It has great decks to sit outside to enjoy the view. A definite treat to have such a high view of the coast and some very interesting flora around the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peta D.

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

A magical experience

It would have to be one of the most considered properties we have ever had the pleasure of staying at. The decor is homely and pristine. The entire house is immaculately clean and filled with the most divine collection of artwork and local luxury bath products. Nothing compares!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugh W.

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

Treetop treat

Just a beautiful, perfect place for our stay in Hahei. Walking distance to the village and beach. Quite new, well designed and equipped house with 2 decks to enjoy sweeping views of the ocean. Owners are really nice and helpful. Loved it. Five stars all the way.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

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

Magical hideaway up in the trees and close to everything

We absolutely loved this place! Hahei is a great little beach town and this place gives you quick access to the beach, the little town, and everything all around the peninsula. You could stay closer to the beach, but honestly this was much better. We walked down to the market and a couple restaurants and it was nice to be up in the trees in such a beautiful place. The place is well equipped with what you need (including laundry). Wait until you see the view from the deck. Amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

What a lovely place to stay

Hahei was quiet and restful - we just beat the main crowds as we were there for Christmas. The house setting is lovely. So restful and wonderful to watch the changing character of the ocean from a distance. We had hot days and rainy days - we were very comfortable with both. So nice to have a kitchen and a barbecue. Just about everything has been thought of - lots of lovely touches to make one feel spoiled. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

rob w.

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

Beautiful home up in the trees

This is one of those homes that just makes you feel happy inside. It's up a few steps through a lush garden and then when you arrive at the first of two balconies, you see the view unfold of the bay and offshore islands. Gorgeous! Inside is a warm, comfortable and very well equipped home, and a second balcony with plenty of shade and plants from the garden all around. It felt like we were in a treehouse - a really nice one!. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We hebben een heerlijk verblijf gehad in Het Top Huis. Het was als thuiskomen. De planten in het huis maken het ook zo gezellig. Twee slaapkamers met fijne bedden en twee badkamers. We hebben gekookt en ook een wasje gedaan. ‘s Avonds film gekeken. Kortom, het was net als thuis maar dan op paradijselijk Coromandel. Een aanrader!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

EMMA M.

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

What a spot

We had a wonderful 3 day fam getaway. The perfect location. The location and view, wow! Nestled in a tropical oasis. We heard kiwi's calling at night! The comfy beds, gorgeous sheets, fluffy towels, beautiful Ashley and Co products, lovely plants everywhere and all the home away from home things you would need. Even spades for digging at Hot Water beach! Fab attention to detail.A short walk to the top of the hill down to Cathedral Cove and again down to Hahei beach. Jane was welcoming and awesome to deal with as a host.We will be back if you'll have us again! Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

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

Amazing view

This was an incredible place to stay. Picturesque views and do quiet
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Sub-tropical oasis

A lovely oasis with a sub-tropical feel in a great spot among the trees and looking out over Hahei. This place was perfectly set up and had everything we needed. Add in regular visits onto the balcony railing from chunky Kereru for the cherry on top.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

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

Luxurious stay at Hahei Treetops

Jane and Geoff’s Treetop house is amazing. The warmth of the sun coming in through the windows, the incredible views of Hahei and the beautifully maintained gardens surrounding the home all make for a delightful stay. The soap, shampoo, body and cleaning products were excellent! Thank you for a wonderful visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara D.

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

Amazing Bach!

This little Hahei bach was a slice of heaven. We went there to celebrate my birthday and it was the perfect place. Beautifully set up and very clean. Sitting up high in the trees with an ocean view was wonderful. I cannot recommend this place enough and Jane our host was so generous. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ty S.

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

5 Star Home

We’ve traveled the world and for its size, this gem ranks in our top 5 homes we’ve stayed in. It has it all. Wished we could’ve stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by JaneW194

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What makes this property unique

Short drive to Hot Water Beach

Languages:

English

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