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Ocean-front beach house

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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3 bedrooms, free WiFi - Ocean-front beach house (Waitarere Beach)
Right on the dunes at Waitarere, this special spot offers a cosy woodburner for winter and gorgeous views of the beach. With direct access to the shore, lots of books, games and magazines for adults; toys swings and a fun treehouse for kids; it's perfect for families or 'girls' weekends away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Ocean-front beach house

Nestled right on the dunes at Waitarere, this fantastic house offers beautiful views and direct access to the beach—perfect for long walks, sunset strolls, and unwinding.

In summer, make the most of the large section with plenty of great spots to relax—including a covered outdoor dining area. In winter, enjoy the warmth of the cosy woodburner.

The bach is well set up for everyone, with books, games, and magazines for adults, plus toys, swings, and a treehouse to keep the kids entertained.

Sleeping up to six adults, it includes three bedrooms in the main house and a separate sleepout with two bedrooms and its own bathroom, offering a little extra space and privacy.

Great for couples, families, or a weekend away with friends. We’re also dog-friendly—bring your dog along (just keep them off the furniture). The back section is fully fenced for peace of mind.

There's lots to see and do on the Kapiti coast and Horowhenua: food venues, some wonderful little shops, and outdoor adventures and sightseeing. In Waitarere itself we have a fantastic 4Square that does coffee and pastries and has a great range of groceries.

You'll love the view, the sunsets and the walks on the beach. Come and enjoy.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • 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
  • Bicycle parking
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet
  • Wind energy

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please ensure any heaters you have used are switched off. If you have used the Sleepout, please turn off the hot water cyclinder.
Please clean the BBQ if you have used it.
Please wash and hang out any used towels or tea towels. Please don't leave them in the washing machine.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: See rules in rental agreement

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses wind energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Ocean Front House Waitarere
Ocean-front Beach House Waitarere Beach
Ocean-front Beach House Private vacation home
Ocean-front Beach House Private vacation home Waitarere Beach

About the area

Map
Waitarere Beach, Waitarere Beach

What's nearby

  • Esplanade Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Waiterere Private Reserve - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Waikanae Beach - 41 min drive - 64.7 km
  • Paraparaumu Beach - 45 min drive - 71.4 km
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 49 min drive - 72.0 km

Getting around

  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocean Beach Eatery - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪The Little White Rabbit - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Reg’s Fish and Chips - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Simply Balmy Cafe & Winebar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪L’arte - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean-front beach house pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Ocean-front beach house ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean-front beach house ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean-front beach house ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean-front beach house located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waitarere Beach holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Esplanade Reserve and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Waiterere Private Reserve. Levin Public Gardens and Lake Horowhenua are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Ocean-front beach house Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay in Waiterere very relaxing watching the amazing sunsets in front of the fire! Will be back highly recommend staying there has everything you need and more
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Family hoilday

Loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucie C.

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

Beachside bliss

A perfect stay, great location with access down to the beach and a sea view. All the needed things provided at the house, a good sized kitchen, outdoor area and lounge. An enjoyable and relaxing stay. Would highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan P.

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

Love this place.

Great stay over xmas, bach is just great with everything we needed, sea view, good access to the beach, lots of walkways nearby. Loved the covered outdoor area. Great stay, thankyou.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa G.

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

Ocean front

Perfect spot with great amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Another perfect stay

This is the 3rd time we have stayed at this property - clean, well equpped and doors right on to the sand dunes to the beach. Heavenly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael J.

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

Girls Weekend

Another fantastic stay Property doesn’t disappoint!We really enjoyed our stay.Easy access to the beach.Sunset views are amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael J.

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

Short Getaway

Great locationSuper clean houseStunning sunset views fenced section for my dog
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael J.

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

Short Getaway

Great location Awesome sea views Privacy and quiet Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Relaxed beachy retreat

Great spot time for out by the sea even in bad weather. Thanks for a lovely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

chris m.

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

Birthday Break

Great escape away with superb views and beach access.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael J., Wellington New Zealand

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

Little Getaway

Was our third stay and didn’t disappoint. Awesome location has everything you need for a great stay. Whilst the weather was horrible we enjoyed the views. Highly recommend for a relaxing getaway with my wee dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edwina B.

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

Long weekend at Waitarere

Fantastic views and fab being right at the beach. Had everything we needed for a relaxing break away and amazing we could bring our dog. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael J., Wellington New Zealand

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

Quick Getaway

Brilliant location, property had everything we needed. The fireplace was great as the temp did dip.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Highly recommend

Our third stay. Spotlessly clean, well set up with everything you need. Stunning views in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy O., Wellington

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

Amazing Spot

Fantastic spot on the edge of the dunes of Waitarere Beach. Direct beach access and only a short stroll to the flagged swimming area. Great assortment of playground spaces and my wife loved the hammock.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Perfect place to stay

Property was very clean and tidy with access straight on to the dunes. Really appreciated being able to take our dog and he had an amazing time too! Thanks to the hosts for sharing this special spot and great communication. Already planning our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R.

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

Wonderful Spot

This place is just wonderful would definitely recommend it to friends and family. I'll be back👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H.

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

Fantastic Beach House

Second time staying at this amazing beach house and I'm sure we'll be back. Very comfortable inside with everything you need for your stay and located right on the dunes. Great that we could bring our beloved dog too. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Laid back beach bach break!

Lovely relaxed stay once again. Thank you! So enjoyed your lovely bach by the sea. Perfect break to breathe in the sea air under the warm sunshine.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beachy bliss

Had an amazing time at Waitarere! The place is cosy and in an amazing location. Hope to visit again in summer so the beautiful sunsets are a bit later. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Happy days at the beach.

Great location just a short walk across the dunes to the beach. Shop only 10min walk away. Everything there you might need for a holiday. Perfect for our fur baby as well, plenty of space for a dog.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Best bach in Waitarere!!

This was our second stay and it didn't disappoint. We had a wonderful time. Stunning views. Really well set up with everything we needed. Plenty of space for our friends and family to relax. Convenient location too. Looking forward to our next visit😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget H., Ohawe, South Taranaki, NZ

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

Excellent

This was the best bach we've stayed in! Location is excellent, the house clean and very comfortable and also well equipped. Great to have the wood burner for winter stays. It was lovely to be able to bring our dog along too, to enjoy long walks on the beach a few metres away. Thanks for sharing your holiday home - we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Beach Front Property

Tidy and well equipped property with lovely outlook. A microwave would have been handy.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024