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The Green Bach opposite beach- quirky and great for groups and families

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A garden with a concrete path, banana plants, and various shrubs.
A bedroom with a bed, a window, and a view of a beach and hills.
A guest house with a covered porch, a fenced garden, and a gravel driveway.
A backyard with a wooden deck, a bench, and a variety of plants and trees.
A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Situated near the ocean, this vacation home accommodates 8 guests with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features a yard, deck, and patio for outdoor enjoyment. The stay is pet-friendly, making it suitable for families. Nearby attractions include Omapere Beach and Opononi Beach.

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends

    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.

  • 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.
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Toys
  • Washing machine
  • Dog-friendly
  • Patio
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Ōmāpere, Northland
  • Place, Hokianga Harbour
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Omapere Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Opononi Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk room

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Ground floor bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 4 half bathrooms

Downstairs family bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Ground floor toilet

Toilet

Ground floor toilet-large

Toilet

Outdoor showers

Shower only

Upstairs toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Green Bach opposite beach- quirky and great for groups and families

Quintessential kiwi bach located across the road from a beautiful stretch of Omāpere beach, with a track opposite the house leading directly to the shore.
The two upstairs bedrooms have stunning views of the sea and dunes. Downstairs you will find the original 1960’s kitchen, a double bedroom, as well as open plan living and dining. There is also a small playroom and large chalkboard for the kids. This quirky bach was formerly a home, cafe, backpackers and windsurfing school and perfect for large groups and extended family holidays.
The large, fenced, partly covered deck is perfect for drinks or a BBQ on a balmy summer's evening.
The house is the perfect base for exploring the beautiful and historic Hokianga, with plenty of walking, water sports and sightseeing on your doorstep.
Please note: Linen hire is available on request for an additional fee (duvets, pillows and blankets are provided)

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We love being so close to the beach, but we want to keep the sand there. Please wash feet and togs off into garden and no shoes inside please.

Pets- small dogs only. Flea and tic treatments must be up to date, they stay off furniture, and sleep crated.Please pick up and dispose of any waste.

Guests are welcome to bring linen. Duvets/pillows/blankets are provided. Hireage inc beds made up-single $20ea-King/Queen $25ea.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9715266
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

Omapere

Located in Omapere, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hokianga Harbour and South Head Sand Dunes, while Manea Footprints of Kupe and Motuti Marae are cultural highlights.
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Ōmāpere, Northland

What's nearby

  • Hokianga Harbour - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • South Head Sand Dunes - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Omapere Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Pakia Hill Lookout - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Opononi Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Landing Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Opononi Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Opo Takeaways - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tane Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boar & Marlin - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Green Bach opposite beach- quirky and great for groups and families pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Green Bach opposite beach- quirky and great for groups and families?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Green Bach opposite beach- quirky and great for groups and families?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Green Bach opposite beach- quirky and great for groups and families?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Green Bach opposite beach- quirky and great for groups and families located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Hokianga Harbour and South Head Sand Dunes. Omapere Beach and Opononi Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Every thing was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

It had everything we needed We walked to dinner at the sands, a nice distance
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Photos need updating on site as we were disappointed driving up to the property it didn’t look as nice as the photos. We liked the availability of having 3 toilets and the bath was great but the showers were outside and on slimy concrete. It was very cold in the morning and night although heaters were provided it’s not energy efficient as is the stove. We did love the nostalgic aspect of the house especially the plates cups and cutlery. Considering the price it was okay but the roosters waking us early every morning got very annoying
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Everything was clean, the kitchen had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best family holiday - location is great . House is old school - outdoor showers excellent - plenty of space. Host was great. Good old kiwi batch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My family and I really enjoyed our stay here, it was very clean when we arrived and just a walks away from the waterfront. The outdoor showers were very good as well. Would recommend booking here!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome little getaway spot.

Great weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely simple bach

Great 3 nights here and a good, simple base to explore the Hokianga. Really clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

This was our second stay at Green Bach, and although it's nothing flash, there have been so many improvements since our last visit in 2018. Great place to stay with plenty of room and a very sweet cat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great discovery of a new part of NZ

Great location and comfy bach. Great time with friends
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location in the Hokianga

A one night stop over to visit Manea Footprints of Kupe and Tane Mahuta. We were extremely comfortable had anything we needed and Sacha was great to deal with.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The House with the cat.

We had a lovely comfortable stay. It had everything we needed. The highlight of the stay was the cat.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Green Bach stay

Did not disappoint, we had everything we needed. It was comfortable, tranquil and plenty of room for all of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice

We had an amazing time at the Green Cafe, the batch had all we needed including toys for the kids and a BBQ. The location is perfect with beautiful views and so many things to do around.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

We had a good nights stay. Comfy and great location. We loved sitting out on the deck img and watching the sun go down and walking down the beach. All good!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect batch for the most perfect weekend

My family and I stayed here to attend a wedding, the batch was beautiful, I loved the old school vibe, it was clean and just a pop over the road to the ocean. Sacha was a great host and communicated thoroughly. Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness
Thanks however we won’t be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy

Really enjoyed it, everything was great, nice spaces inside and out, nothing flash but everything you need, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice beach batch that had everything needed for 1 night. Enjoyed sitting in sun eating our dinner. Something had died so there was a bad smell. Probably a bird. The showers outside were good pressure, but they really needed to be cleaned, dirt and leaves in them. But a great family batch
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quintessential kiwi Bach

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The Bach had everything we needed, and was in a lovely quiet spot with lots of privacy. The only thing lacking was the WiFi and mobile network connectivity, but when you’re on holiday that’s not a bad thing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mr

Great time, very clean spot
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly Recommend

Beautiful home real homely bach vibe will definitely book again. Love the outdoor showers and the nostalgic plates and cutlery that give you nanas house vibe. Safe and clean x Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us all x
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful whare!

My whānau and I enjoyed our stay very much. The house was clean and the beds were so cosy. We will be back again next year! Ngā mihi x
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great bach in a choice spot.

Old style bach but with good upgrades and lots of space. Lots of windows to open to get a breeze going to cool things in the heat of summer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sacha Hickman

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The Green Bach has been in our family for 20 years. We've had great holidays in the north and wanted to open the house for others to enjoy. Guests are able to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Hokianga and have a true kiwi bach experience.

Why they chose this property

The Hokianga is spiritual and stunningly beautiful.

What makes this property unique

When you enter the Green Bach you feel like you are 'away from home'. The house is comfortable and clean, but we have been careful not to overly modernise it. We want guests to have an authentic kiwi bach experience, complete with outdoor showers, 1950's kitchen and vintage crockery.

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English

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