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Maketu Beach Front Watchtower

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden table and chairs, overlooking a beach with waves.
A coastal property with a fenced yard, a small building with a glass door, and a clear view of the ocean.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, and sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs.
A room with large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean.
A living room with a television, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bed.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
Set along the riverbank, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 10 guests. It features access to swimming, fishing, and hiking activities. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy nearby golf and scuba diving options. Explore attractions like Te Puke Golf Club and Kiwi360 in the vibrant village atmosphere.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Maketu, Maketu
  • Place, Kiwi360
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Gordon Spratt Reserve
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Papamoa Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Rumpus 1

1 Double Futon

Upstairs 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Maketu Beach Front Watchtower

Beautiful sunny, spacious Bach. Views overlooking the popular beach where there is fishing, swimming and boating at your doorstep.
2 stories with a lift ideal for those that struggle with stairs. Upstairs has toilet, 2 brms, fully equipped kitchen, gas fire in lounge and balcony. Downstairs has shower, toilet, lg brm with 4 beds and a large rumpus that could hold another 2+ mattresses.
20min to shopping in Mount/ Bayfair and 40min to Rotorua. Boat ramp 100m away. Walking distance to Cafe and FandC Shop

With a boat ramp 100mtrs from the property and no restrictions to see what the sea is doing, it makes for a very easy fishing trip. Only a couple of Km's out and there are Snapper, Trevally, Dory, Kahawai and Kingfish a plenty.. Dont mind getting wet then there are Crayfish, Scallops, Kina and the famous Maketu Mussel.
A short 5 min drive through private property over to Newdicks beach and you have acres of lovely golden sands and gentle waves, great for a splash or a chill.
For the shop o holics you have Bayfair shopping center or Mt Maunganui's various arrays of shops a quick 20mins away.
For the kids there is a playground next to the boat ramp, and at low tide there is rock pools to explore just around the corner past the cafe.

There is a bus service the operates between Mt Maunganui, Maketu, Pukehina and Whakatane. Timetables can change so best to check first.
Special conditions:
Please take all your own rubbish with you. There are bags provided. Strictly no pets inside sorry.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$40.00 per stay); Linen (included);

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
Please remove all rubbish that you bring on site. There is a glass recycling bin located at little waihi camp ground
The bach isn't for hosting party's or gatherings. Guests who have paid to stay are welcome to treat as there own, late nights, loud music is fine.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20041445
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
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

Maketu

Located in Maketu, this holiday home is on the waterfront. McCloughlin Park and Lawrence Oliver Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Kiwi360 and Longridge Park. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Maketu, Maketu

What's nearby

  • Kiwi360 - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Gordon Spratt Reserve - 18 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Papamoa Beach - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Mercury Baypark - 23 min drive - 34.0 km
  • Bayfair Shopping Centre - 23 min drive - 35.1 km

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maketu Beachside Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Drunken Clam - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Hippy Pippi - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Restore - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fush and Chups Paengaroa - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Maketu Beach Front Watchtower pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Maketu Beach Front Watchtower?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Maketu Beach Front Watchtower?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Maketu Beach Front Watchtower?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maketu Beach Front Watchtower located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Kiwi360, Te Puke Golf Club and Longridge Park. McCloughlin Park and Lawrence Oliver Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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