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Reviews of The Boat House by Whangamata Marina

The Boat House by Whangamata Marina
Whangamata, Whangamata

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 241 out of 361 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 361 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 361 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 361 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 361 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nerrallie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mainly a good place Sadly no wifi there Otherwise good Should of known more about hot water Do take own pillows
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
Great for the family weekend away. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ella H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
We had an amazing weekend away at this property, it’s so cute and perfect for us! Check in & out was super easy and the place was super tidy! Couldn’t have asked for anything better
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect bach
We loved staying here, bach was perfect, clean and tidy in great location. Owner fantastic to liaise with. Thank you so much for having us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mai A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location
Good space and we have everything we need it. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haylee T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect with pets
We enjoyed our stay and being able to bring our furbaby was perfect! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Thank you enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Base
Good location and nice enough to enjoy the location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Bronwyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great book a bach
We really enjoyed the stay and the comfy bed and good shower. It was handy to town and we had nice walks into the wharf. It had plenty of windows to keep the house cool which was great. Taking own linen and cleaning after was easy for us, it would be good if people before us put same effort in. We enjoyed sitting outside at the picnic table having a drink and snacks. A bit of traffic noise, but other than that we really enjoyed the bach and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, basic bach.
Totally suitable for a one night stay. Good price. Easy to clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little boat house.
Great location and facilities. Great hot water. Owner very approachable and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhona H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Thank you for an amazing stay! Looking forward to coming again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tash M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
We had a lovely time! Lynda was wonderful, super easy to communicate with. What a fantastic property for a beach holiday! It was very clean and had everything we needed. Close to a main road, but very private. Near to the beautiful marina, and not far from the mountain bike track. We all had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for the family
Thanks for the lovely place to stay in. Had everything we needed, im sure we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate W., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot, everything you need for a stay at the beach.
Thanks so much for letting us stay and for the detailed instructions about the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva-Marie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy holiday home
We thiroughly enjoyed our stay. Near to the beach and shopping area, but just outside the hustle and bustle. Comfortable holiday home with everything we needed. The children especially enjoyed the board games.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

jodi p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple perfect for young family
Loved the location, affordable, perfect for an easy get away to enjoy the scenery and local shops in Whangamata
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short and sweet
Well-maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The boat house
Good location handy to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always a great visit
A perfect spot for us to visit the family and bring our fur baby. Ideally situated just past the causeway. A great park for Tank to run around just across the road for his early morning session before heading to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

brenda m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly
Absolutely loved our stay. Fantastic we could take our dogs. Nice reserve opposite we could walk them. Nice sunny location and great view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Talia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Great location, very tidy little bach with everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy stay
This place was perfect for our little stay, it's clean, tidy and super close to the little township. Although we only stayed the one night we would definitely stay again! Communication from the host was also great! :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whangamata little snook
Modern, Clean tidy and quite spacious. Well appointed once one finds the place as there is no numbering or identification to help. Almost like a hideaway in plain sight. (perhaps the owners want it kept their little secret)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all was good Linda was good to talk to
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo J.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 nights of bliss
on arrival easy access to key, everything was there and the best can opener I have ever used away from home!!! Harry the dog enjoyed the marina and beach walks all in walking distance. and the 2 Op shops were a hit as well. met the neighbours real nice area will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as advertised
This property made a great base to spend time out & about exploring local walks, different beaches with the dog, markets etc. The property was cosy & comfortable & was exactly as advertised by the owner in their listing & photos. Hopefully all future guests continue to look after the property & maintain the high cleaning standard (self cleaning by guests required), so the owner continues to offer a good value property, when so many alternate places add such large additional cleaning fees etc that short stays become unfeasible. Much appreciated dogs being welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul 2023
Hi thanks for your great review. I’m so pleased someone understands that we are trying too give the nicest cleanest Bach option possible for everyone to enjoy at a reasonable price. Hope to see you again sometime.

4/10 Poor

Sarah P.

Economical for families
Hard to find dog friendly so thats good As well as sheets and towels bring tea towels and soap I would suggest your own pillow for comfort. Its a bunkhouse set with op shop kind of furniture The double bed was ok but a but tired. There was plenty of hot water and there is a tv. No wifi though If you have dogs as i did be aware of rat traps set around the property just to be careful I imagine if you are a group of young adults or a family with kids it would be an economical stay. The owner was friendly and accomodating and helped me quickly when i couldnt figure out the bizarre numbering on the letterboxes Look for a blue cabin structure below a big blue house that has the same look.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2023
The unit is furnished kiwi traditional bach style. There are upmarket motels in town with modern decor for those who are desiring a higher level of accommodation.

8/10 Good

Harold Z.

recommend
Not much places that’s pet friendly,made it a lot easier and brilliant location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great accommodation, and location. Great communication with owners and the whole process was made easy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

trish j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay
Pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space to come, stay and explore Whangamata.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ngatiini P.

Liked: Cleanliness
whangamata boat home
it was a really nice stay, once we got use to the whangamata area and the bach it was really easy to settle in. would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always a great stay
The Boat House is always a great place to stay. Great bed and well located. Just what is needed when we visit the family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Irene B.

Liked: Cleanliness
X pats on holiday
Perfect for a short stay. Great value for money. Would definitely stay there again 😁
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alida P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than expected!
Fantastic stay, comfortable, warm with all needs covered. Fabulous help and support from property manager. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

bronwyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little 2 beddy in Whangamata
We spent 3 nights in this cute little house. It has everything we needed and was in a handy location. Owners were quick to respond to any questions. Will definitely recommend it to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola K.

Liked: Cleanliness
family holiday in whangamata
Clean and tidy little bach, no fuss and perfect for a short family stay. The kids loved the bunk beds! Small kitchenette - note no oven and only a small plug in stove top, but well supplied with plates etc. Located just across the bridge from the marina, some road noise until later at night as borders the main road out of town but not a big deal in Whangamata really! Also note this is an old school bach - BYO linen and clean before you leave, however also a great price and a lovely little place. Would recommend and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ohillip H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly Welcome
Great location definitely would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jack

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Compact, sunny,close to all
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great break
Simple but everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and tidy accommodation
Great spot to stay and very clean and tidy. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for what we needed.
Great communication from owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Decent Family Bach
Perfect for a family for a few days getaway, close to beach and all ammenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fran L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful stay
The property was very clean with a great location just a short walk to the beach we would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Naomi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot, tidy home
This place is everything you need for a stay at Whanga. Awesome spot close to town and park for the dogs early morning walk. Clean and tidy with comfortable beds. What more do you want/need. Will definately be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Priscila

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We found out there is no hot water in the shower that night. The owner said the gas bottle they use to heat water probably runs out which was the case. We have to replace it the next morning with the spare bottle outside. For future tenants be sure to run the hot water when you arrive to check it is available. Better if the host can do it also before the guests arrive. We also have to ring the host for the address. It's not on the website.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Leanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location, had everything we needed,
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Gayna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly sized
Great unit, suited us very well
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022