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6 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
The Tree House (Te Whare Rakau)
A classic Kiwi Bach. Please note the definition: A bach (pronounced 'batch', also called a crib in the southern half of the South Island) is a small, often very modest holiday home or beach house in New Zealand.
Our bach is nestled among the tree tops, overlooking the Tairua Harbour, Pauanui, and out to sea towards Shoe and Slipper Islands.
Wake to the morning sun streaming in and the song of tui. Listen to the call of the morepork and kiwi at night. A sense of peace and seclusion, only a 10-minute walk from the town, or 2 minutes by car.
Comfortable but casual, sunny, fully furnished. Two bedrooms – including a mezzanine and a bunk room with a secret door. WARNING the secret doorway can be challenging to adults, halflings will be fine.
Please do not expect a gourmet chocolate on your designer bedspread. In fact, don't even expect sheets on the bed, you've got to bring your own.
If you want five star motel accommodation, please look elsewhere. We regret that some guests have expectations that do not match our property, please ensure you understand this is a 'modest holiday home' and enjoy it for what it is.
The house is heated with a heart pump in the main living area and main bedroom. The second bedroom has an additional heater. The fire is currently out of commission and must not be used.
Tairua is a great holiday spot. Swim in the protected harbour, or on the ocean beach. Hire a kayak and explore the harbour and estuary. Fish in the harbour, surf cast off the beach, or take a fishing charter. Check out the local bush walks – kauri groves, old mines and caves to explore (maps and information at the bach).
Tairua is ideally located for day trips – close to Hot Water Beach, Cathedral Cove and Sailor’s Grave. A regular ferry service runs across the harbour to Pauanui.
Try out the excellent cuisine offered at local cafes and restaurants.
The town is well serviced with a small supermarket, a chemist, a hardware store, cafes and restaurants, and an art gallery featuring local artists' work. There is a Telecom hot spot – free wireless internet in the town centre. Visitors are welcome at the local golf course.
For those wet days, DVDs are available locally – but bring your computer to watch them – there is no TV.
Special conditions:
Families preferred, having said that the property doesn't meet current building compliance standards regarding safety for children. There is no bannister on the internal stairs, the balcony railing on the deck is just under a metre high (see photos) and the mezzanine floor balustrade is not officially childproof. There are clear in the photos.
However, our children have all delighted in the place! Especially the secret passageway to the bunk-room.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillow slips).
A classic Kiwi Bach. Please note the definition: A bach (pronounced 'batch', also called a crib in the southern half of the South Island) is a small, often very modest holiday home or beach house in New Zealand.
Our bach is nestled among the tree tops, overlooking the Tairua Harbour, Pauanui, and out to sea towards Shoe and Slipper Islands.
Wake to the morning sun streaming in and the song of tui. Listen to the call of the morepork and kiwi at night. A sense of peace and seclusion, only a 10-minute walk from the town, or 2 minutes by car.
Comfortable but casual, sunny, fully furnished. Two bedrooms – including a mezzanine and a bunk room with a secret door. WARNING the secret doorway can be challenging to adults, halflings will be fine.
Please do not expect a gourmet chocolate on your designer bedspread. In fact, don't even expect sheets on the bed, you've got to bring your own.
If you want five star motel accommodation, please look elsewhere. We regret that some guests have expectations that do not match our property, please ensure you understand this is a 'modest holiday home' and enjoy it for what it is.
The house is heated with a heart pump in the main living area and main bedroom. The second bedroom has an additional heater. The fire is currently out of commission and must not be used.
Tairua is a great holiday spot. Swim in the protected harbour, or on the ocean beach. Hire a kayak and explore the harbour and estuary. Fish in the harbour, surf cast off the beach, or take a fishing charter. Check out the local bush walks – kauri groves, old mines and caves to explore (maps and information at the bach).
Tairua is ideally located for day trips – close to Hot Water Beach, Cathedral Cove and Sailor’s Grave. A regular ferry service runs across the harbour to Pauanui.
Try out the excellent cuisine offered at local cafes and restaurants.
The town is well serviced with a small supermarket, a chemist, a hardware store, cafes and restaurants, and an art gallery featuring local artists' work. There is a Telecom hot spot – free wireless internet in the town centre. Visitors are welcome at the local golf course.
For those wet days, DVDs are available locally – but bring your computer to watch them – there is no TV.
Special conditions:
Families preferred, having said that the property doesn't meet current building compliance standards regarding safety for children. There is no bannister on the internal stairs, the balcony railing on the deck is just under a metre high (see photos) and the mezzanine floor balustrade is not officially childproof. There are clear in the photos.
However, our children have all delighted in the place! Especially the secret passageway to the bunk-room.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillow slips).
Amenities at The Tairua Tree House - a traditional NZ bach overlooking Tairua harbour
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
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Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsStunning views, excellent communication with hosts, very clean and tidy property, highly recommended for a relaxing stay with amazing views.
8 / 10Excellent·Apr 2025
Lovely location with fantastic views; easy communication with owner. Bach was clean and kitchen had everything you need. Access to the bunk room for older, tall adults was challenging - would be great for kids, though.
8 / 10Excellent·Apr 2025
We enjoyed the clean, tidy batch feel with a view to die for. This is the place for relaxing WiFi and TV free. Good eateries and choices for beaches and walks. The little stairs and door a bit of fun to the kids room. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks!
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
Wonderful stay,clean and amazing views
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2025
The property is clean and tidy with everything you need but no fiddly bells and whistles, making it easy to relax and enjoy the place. The kids loved the secret door into the bedroom. Only issue for me was being tall, i kept hitting my head on the rafters in the loft - slow learner but eventually I figured out where to walk. Great communication from Sandra and Kerry, who were very helpful and quick to respond. Our family loved our time at the Tairua Treehouse. A lot of time was spent on the deck, enjoying the awesome views, watching the birdlife and soaking up the sun. We were sad to leave.Thanks Sandra and Kerry!
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Top rated by guests
8.8Excellent
(98 Ratings)
Stunning views, excellent communication with hosts, very clean and tidy property, highly recommended for a relaxing stay with amazing views.
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