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Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep

Family-friendly beachfront location with water park

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Escape to Cooks Estuary Escape, where the tranquil waterfront setting provides a serene backdrop for your family holiday. Unwind on one of the patios surrounding the house, enjoy easy access to kayaking or paddle boarding, and relax with fibre broadband and Netflix.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$977
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep

This is truely a peaceful place to enjoy your holiday time with family and friends.
A home that is well equipped to accommodate two families (up to 10) comfortably and extra space for more people as required.
A thoughtful layout and fantastic socialising area with indoor / outdoor flow to the estuary waterfront ensures your time staying is easy and enjoyable.
Patios on all sides of the house enable you to enjoy the sun throughout the day.
The garage is fully insulated and carpeted to add an additional sleeping area as agreed. At the end of the property the kids can play in the sand, the park and swings, or you can take out the kayak or paddle board (outside hot/cold shower for convenient cleanup after the beach), a short walk around the waterfront to the main beach, or take in many of the local attractions.
***The three week Christmas / New Year holiday period is booked in three slots of 7 days. All other holiday periods have minimum night stays. Please enquire for your dates.***
*Fibre broadband with Netflix Guest Account.
*Pet friendly with prior approval-guest to pay for any damages.
*Some life jackets are supplied. Guests must supply their own life jackets that fit to their size.
*Like us on Facebook - @CooksEstuaryEscape
Extras and fees - enquire for pricing: Cleaning (Required and added to the booking); Linen (Bed sheets provided - Towels BYO); Overdue payment; Additional guest (including in some instances day guests): Late check-out; Damages; Fees may be applied if guests partake without prior arrangement.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Damages the responsibility of and paid for by the guest. Damage Protection NZD$1,000.00 applies. A late checkout fee (past 10.30am) may be applied.
Please ensure your group (including children) don't play on the neighbours properties.
Please don't feed any birds, as they poop on the roof where water is collected.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please pickup pets' waste ie neighbours property.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Baby cot, porta high chair, pushchair available.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Event numbers limited to meet council toilet rules

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Event numbers limited to meet council toilet rules
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cooks Estuary Escape Waterfront at Your Doorstep

About the area

Located in Cooks Beach, this holiday home is on the beach. Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds and Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Purangi Regional Reserve and Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Cooks Beach travel guide
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Cooks Beach

What's nearby

  • Cooks Beach
    Cooks Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hahei Beach featuring a sunset, a bay or harbour and a beach
    Hahei Beach
    9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Purangi Regional Reserve
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Captain Cook's Memorial
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    28 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Church Restaurant and Accomodation
    8 min drive
  • The Pour House
    9 min drive
  • Hahei Beach Cafe
    9 min drive
  • Eggcentric Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Little Blue Kitchen
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep?

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep on 27 Jan 2026 start from NZ$977.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cooks Beach holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Purangi Regional Reserve and Cooks Beach. Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve and Captain Cook's Memorial are also within 15 minutes.

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Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 196 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent location in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. The kids loved the kayaks, paddle board and the games and toys. Excellent communication with the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pete W.

Tidy modern batch with a ringside seat of the purangi
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayana K.

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

Beautiful Location

One of the best places for relaxing holiday. We throughly enjoyed our stay with everything provided. Looking forward for next stay in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Lovely estuary

Loved watching the sun rise over the estuary, and had fun in the kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

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

Breathtaking

Wonderful family holiday
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

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

Absolutely lovely

The property was just as listed and the owner was kind, helpful and responsive. Watching the birds in the estuary every morning was so peaceful and then it was just a short walk to Cooks beach or a short drive to Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

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

Great family location x

Clean comfortable family home, large kitchen suitable for multiple cooks, comfortable beds, great location close to playgrounds and beach. Good communication from hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daria W.

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

Cooks beach

Great house with amazing location. Loved having the option of kayak, paddle board even shovels for Hot Water beach. Worked well for our family. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

May T.

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

Beautiful relaxing escapade

We had a great stay here. Fantastic location to nearby hotspots whitianga, hahei, hot water beach. Host Tracey is super helpful and responsive. Home is very well equipped (bring own bath towels and toiletries) with peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

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

Really wonderful holiday

We loved all of it. Great house in supreme location. Perfect for family of 5 + 1 young dog. Lots of swimming, walking, paddling and cooking together:)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Perry J.

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

Perfect spot

Only very small issue... need more oven trays/racks.. if you had 10 people wouldn't be all that easy..(take some just in case). other than that exceptional in every other detail... from start to finish... even with a bit of crap weather at the beginning! Still plenty to do.. games garlor.Thanks heaps Tracy awesome host!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mehgan w.

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

Event weekend away

Awesome property with plenty of space in a great location. Everything we needed supplied right down to shot glasses! Great to be able to enjoy the water with kayaks etc. Friendly neighbours too. Awesome value! Will recommend to others and be back again. Thanks for making everything so easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

Beautiful Location

This place is the perfect getaway. We felt the pictures did not do the property justice, the home and location was gorgeous. An added bonus was the use of the kayaks and paddle board. We brought our dog Malcolm who loved the swimming, and the green space. The house was clean and today, well-equipped, and communication with Tracey was easy. We certainly recommend this as a family stay, a lot of rooms, and comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shiree S.

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

Peaceful break

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely estuary home. The views were beautiful, beds were comfortable and we appreciated the pet-friendly policy. As a baker, I'd suggest adding a hand mixer or egg beater, and kitchen scales with working batteries. Small shower gels would be a nice touch, as they're common in similar accommodations. The riverstone path at the entrance is a bit challenging for elderly guests. Despite these minor points, our stay was delightful and we'd recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

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

Family Wedding Celebration

Lovely, modern and spacious house. Perfect location to enjoy the Estuary and walk to beach. Also very handy to Mercury Ridge, our wedding venue. Big open sliding doors in living area to help with the particularly hots days while we were there. ( it was very hot.) Fans also provided in each room to help with the very warm evening temperature. Cooks beach a great location to get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

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

Amazing holiday home

Amazing holiday home, with beautiful views of the water. So much grass out the front for the kids to play and a very short walk to a playground, as well as walking along the estuary to the beach. House has everything you need with so much space, and was so clean and tidy, was lovely to walk in to. Kayaks were an added bonus, were excellent condition and was so much fun to paddle out from the house. Garage was great for storage for our bikes and prams too. Thank you so much for such a wonderful house, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Scott S.

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

Tranquility

We loved our stay. The home location was fantastic, overall the stay was amazing. The beds were not the most comfortable nor were the pillows. The owners don’t provide bath towels. In their defense they did mention this in the overall comments, but we did not read this until we were already at the property as this isn’t common, it caught us off guard. They also did not make the beds, they provided linen, but we had to make our beds. We only stayed one night, we felt this home would be idea for an extended stay, or for locals who can bring their own towels and better pillows to create a much better stay. Overall the home was great. We loved the location and the settings. The communication was great, the information was provided on a timely manner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ev N.

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

best holiday home at Cooks Beach in last 5years

its been our tradition to come to Cooks beach every Waitangi weekend in last 5 years. And honestly, this house is the best among houses we rented. it has everything we needed and pleanty of pleasant extras. House feels new, very clean and tidy. we had 10ppl group and had pleanty of space. Location is superb - beautiful scenery, quite and peaceful. big lawn for kids to run around and play sports. Kayaks were included in our stay and it was so easy and simple just take it across the lawn to the water and take an amazing trip down the stream, explore mangroves, watch fish and just enjoy the summer. all life jackets for kids and adults provided. heaps of different sport and board games for all ages. house has spacious floorplan, very comfy beds, bedrooms have good soundproofing, not that much noise when kids are in the living room. Tv room have a door and is separated from the living space. Not much shade outside in the morning, but afternoons were just a pure pleasure we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion K.

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

An exceptional family holiday

We had a wonderful stay in a fantastic location, we loved that it was child and pet friendly house. There was so much to do and experience in the area, we’d definitely go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sony P.

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

Brilliant.

Awesome property, location, and host.Thank you very much for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian C.

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

Beautiful place to stay in front of the sea

We all loved the place and enjoyed the kayak at the front of the house. We will definitely come back again to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire J.

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

Beautiful bach with a stunning peaceful view!

Loved our stay, in a great location and so peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shenae J.

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

Great Stay

This was a great property, very clean and tidy. Great location and amazing outdoor space for kids to run around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at cooks

Property is in a perfect location and would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in cooks beach. Great size house for larger groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D., Hamilton

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Estuary getaway

Fantastic location, beautiful outlook and perfect for the children to enjoy the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022