House in Waikato
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
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High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this house rental
Welcome to our colourful coastal bach — a warm, whaanau-friendly retreat where bright touches meet calm, coastal living. This Port Waikato escape is designed for slow mornings, sandy feet, and the simple joy of classic Kiwi bach life. Step inside and you’ll find a space full of character, comfort, and the relaxed rhythm of seaside living.
🏡 THE SPACE
Our bach blends nostalgic Kiwi charm to create a peaceful, welcoming environment for whaanau, couples, and small groups (by arrangement).
Living & Dining
- Light-filled open-plan living area
- Comfortable seating
- Board games, books, and cosy corners for downtime
- TV screen for DVD's only (not a smart tv)
- Dining space perfect for shared meals and whaanau connection
Kitchen
- Bright, colourful that bring cheerful bach energy
- Compost bucket for all compostable waste
- Fully equipped with everything you need for easy meals including coffee maker for early caffeine fix
Bedrooms
- Wake to the birds, especially the cheeky tui
- Calm, restful rooms styled with soft, neutral bedding
- Comfortable beds with fresh linen
- Thoughtful touches to help you unwind after a day at the beach
Bathroom
- Clean, simple
- Fresh towels provided
🌿 OUTDOOR LIVING
Step outside to enjoy:
- A sunny deck perfect for morning coffee or evening kai
- Outdoor seating for BBQs and relaxed gatherings
- Garden with lemons, herbs, veges to use when in season
- A quiet, private section ideal for reading, resting, playing games, toasting marshmallows and stargazing at night.
The bach is just minutes from the beach, river, sand dunes, tennis court — making it easy to enjoy everything Port Waikato has to offer. Practice your manu's off the pier at full tide- also perfect for fishing (as are the dunes).
🌞 THE LOCATION
Port Waikato is one of Aotearoa’s many hidden gems — peaceful, spacious, and full of natural beauty- just an hour's drive from Taamaki Makaarau. Whether you’re here for swimming, surfing, fishing, or simply slowing down, this is a place where you can breathe deeply and reconnect.
Nearby you’ll find:
- The beach (perfect for long walks and sunsets)
- The river
- The dunes
- Local surf spots
- Scenic lookouts
- Chidren's playground
- Local garden
- Yoga (weekend)
- A small local store for essentials
- Cafe at the beach (Thurs-Sun)
👨🏽👩👧🏼👦🏼WHO THIS BACH IS PERFECT FOR
- Families wanting a relaxed, whānau-friendly space
- Couples seeking a peaceful coastal getaway
- Friends looking for a quiet retreat
- Returning guests who love the charm of a classic Kiwi bach
- Anyone who appreciates colour, character, and calm
🧹 GUEST ACCESS
You’ll have full access to the entire bach, outdoor areas, and all amenities. Parking is available on-site.
📜 HOUSE RULES
We welcome guests who will treat our bach with care and respect.
- No parties or large gatherings
- No smoking
- Please respect our neighbours and the quiet nature of the area
- Leave the bach tidy on departure
- Suitable for families and small groups (by arrangement)
❤️ WHAT MAKES THIS BACH SPECIAL
- A warm, whānau-centred atmosphere grounded in manaakitanga
- A peaceful location ideal for rest and reconnection
- Authentic Kiwi bach charm
- Perfect for longer stays, school holidays, and returning guests
We rented this bach ourselves and loved it so much, we bought it!
🏡 THE SPACE
Our bach blends nostalgic Kiwi charm to create a peaceful, welcoming environment for whaanau, couples, and small groups (by arrangement).
Living & Dining
- Light-filled open-plan living area
- Comfortable seating
- Board games, books, and cosy corners for downtime
- TV screen for DVD's only (not a smart tv)
- Dining space perfect for shared meals and whaanau connection
Kitchen
- Bright, colourful that bring cheerful bach energy
- Compost bucket for all compostable waste
- Fully equipped with everything you need for easy meals including coffee maker for early caffeine fix
Bedrooms
- Wake to the birds, especially the cheeky tui
- Calm, restful rooms styled with soft, neutral bedding
- Comfortable beds with fresh linen
- Thoughtful touches to help you unwind after a day at the beach
Bathroom
- Clean, simple
- Fresh towels provided
🌿 OUTDOOR LIVING
Step outside to enjoy:
- A sunny deck perfect for morning coffee or evening kai
- Outdoor seating for BBQs and relaxed gatherings
- Garden with lemons, herbs, veges to use when in season
- A quiet, private section ideal for reading, resting, playing games, toasting marshmallows and stargazing at night.
The bach is just minutes from the beach, river, sand dunes, tennis court — making it easy to enjoy everything Port Waikato has to offer. Practice your manu's off the pier at full tide- also perfect for fishing (as are the dunes).
🌞 THE LOCATION
Port Waikato is one of Aotearoa’s many hidden gems — peaceful, spacious, and full of natural beauty- just an hour's drive from Taamaki Makaarau. Whether you’re here for swimming, surfing, fishing, or simply slowing down, this is a place where you can breathe deeply and reconnect.
Nearby you’ll find:
- The beach (perfect for long walks and sunsets)
- The river
- The dunes
- Local surf spots
- Scenic lookouts
- Chidren's playground
- Local garden
- Yoga (weekend)
- A small local store for essentials
- Cafe at the beach (Thurs-Sun)
👨🏽👩👧🏼👦🏼WHO THIS BACH IS PERFECT FOR
- Families wanting a relaxed, whānau-friendly space
- Couples seeking a peaceful coastal getaway
- Friends looking for a quiet retreat
- Returning guests who love the charm of a classic Kiwi bach
- Anyone who appreciates colour, character, and calm
🧹 GUEST ACCESS
You’ll have full access to the entire bach, outdoor areas, and all amenities. Parking is available on-site.
📜 HOUSE RULES
We welcome guests who will treat our bach with care and respect.
- No parties or large gatherings
- No smoking
- Please respect our neighbours and the quiet nature of the area
- Leave the bach tidy on departure
- Suitable for families and small groups (by arrangement)
❤️ WHAT MAKES THIS BACH SPECIAL
- A warm, whānau-centred atmosphere grounded in manaakitanga
- A peaceful location ideal for rest and reconnection
- Authentic Kiwi bach charm
- Perfect for longer stays, school holidays, and returning guests
We rented this bach ourselves and loved it so much, we bought it!
Amenities at Colourful Coastal Bach / Whaanau-Friendly Port Waikato Escape
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Waikato
Things to know
Additional fees to expect
Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.
Customer support
Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo
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