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Little Bay Eco House - Kaka Cottage overlooking the ocean and up in the trees

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Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Beach nearby, beach towels
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Shower, towels
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Waikawau, Waikato
  • Popular LocationLittle Bay4 min drive
  • Popular LocationDriving Creek Railway41 min drive
  • Popular LocationNew Chums Beach74 min drive
  • AirportWhitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)79 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sleeps 6
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

Little Bay Eco House - Kaka Cottage overlooking the ocean and up in the trees

Welcome to our contemporary eco-retreat overlooking stunning Little Bay. Powered by sunshine and rainwater, we are nestled on 10 hectares of protected native bush with views across to Aotea - Great Barrier Island.

We've had lots of lovely reviews since opening our home for guests and here are a few:
"What a find! We absolutely loved our stay. Amazing views, lovely interior. Felt quite luxurious. Great original art work. Good day walks nearby, and awesome swimming at both Little Bay and Waikawau. Beautiful, peaceful setting; we star gazed at night and listened to the kiwis calling. Treat yourself to a few nights at Kaka Cottage!" 7 April 2021
"Wonderful scenic bach. Fantastic location, low key off-grid yet simply elegant. Perfect to create lasting summer memories. Thank you." 7 Feb 2021
"A magical spot. A beautiful home with an outstanding view and only a short drive to the beach at Little Bay. The accommodation is fully equipped and exceeded our expectations. " Jan 2021

Best Eco Friendly Bronze Award in 2015 - we are solar powered (electricity and hotwater), collect rainwater and treat our wastes through a worm based system. A fully off-grid experience!

We have WiFi available now - but if you want us to remove it to have a fully un-connected experience, let us know! Most telecom connections are good for hotspot internet and phone coverage. There is a smart TV available, and an HDMI cable is provided if you want to bring your own laptop to connect to ondemand/streaming services. Many families enjoy the time to disconnect, play board games, swim at the beaches, collect tuatua, explore the area, or read books.

From the two double bedrooms you can lie in bed and watch the morning light over the water and the ever changing skies. Hear the tuis, kereru, bellbirds in the bush, and the kaka on their flight to Moehau each morning and evening. At night you will hear moreporks and sometimes kiwi calling in the surrounding bush.

The house is north facing with 180degree views over the valley and ocean, not another house in sight.. We are 1.5 km from Little Bay and 2 km from Waikawau beach, both beautiful sandy beaches.
Ideally placed for a day trip to the scenic Coromandel Walkway between Stony Bay and Fletcher Bay and for exploring the Northern Coromandel and Colville.

Please note, there are no nearby shops. Petrol and provisions can be found at Colville General Store, 20 mins drive away, or in Coromandel Town, 45 mins drive away. The kitchen pantry is well stocked and freely available, but please be aware it is best to come prepared with food and treats!

All linens are included, but if you can bring your own beach towels that will help us to save water.

Notes:
In January there is a 5 night minimum stay.
A cleaning fee is required but guests are asked to leave the house tidy on departure.
If you are booking for 6 adults, please be aware that you will need to be mindful of water and hot water usage


Property manager

Steph Parkyn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee grinder
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

Little Bay Eco House Kaka Cottage
Little Bay Eco House Overlooking the Ocean up in the Trees

About the area

Waikawau

Located in Waikawau, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Coromandel Peninsula and Little Bay, while Coromandel Historical Museum and Mercury Bay Museum are cultural highlights. Driving Creek Railway and The Coromandel Smoking Co. are also worth visiting. Snorkeling and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Coromandel Peninsula - 1 min walk
  • Little Bay - 4 min drive
  • Driving Creek Railway - 41 min drive
  • New Chums Beach - 74 min drive
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 79 min drive

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Green Snapper Cafe - 31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Bay Eco House - Kaka Cottage overlooking the ocean and up in the trees pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfort and Tranquility
It was my first visit to Waikawau area where there are two adjacent beautiful bays, Waikawau Bay and Little Bay. The holiday home, Kaka Cottage we stayed at was truly a nice place to enjoy comfort and tranquility as it is situated in the top forest and the host couple is very kind and friendly. They are peace loving people. We really enjoyed staying at the house. I recommend to all.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin M., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Easter 2024
Fantastic location and excellent accommodation. Brilliant views of the water, very peaceful and all expectations accommodated for. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Bay relaxation
Fantastic location and very relaxing environment. Steph is very attentive and helpful. Highly recommend and would definitely go back again to get away from the big city.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay and location
The view! A well-presented and interesting off-grid bach with modern and comfortable amenities, and diligent hosts - and.... the view!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teri M., Barrington Hills, Il

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view in very comfortable home
We loved staying at this beautiful home. Perfectly located in quiet part of Coromandel. Very comfortable. Our hosts Steph and Peter were attentive and helpful. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pieter V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Amazing property and wonderful hosts. Thanks so much we loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning house in paradise
This is a beautiful part of the Coromandel to stay in and Stephanie's house was so lovely. Very modern and comfortable, really couldn't have wanted for anything more. Perfect base to explore the surrounding area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay
Quiet, close to the beaches, beautiful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon C., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
and relax
we love returning to Kaka Cottage as a very relaxing family holiday. Steph and Paul have made a few upgrades since our last stay: a bigger TV, a new BBQ, a freshly concreted driveway thanks Steph and Paul!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephan, West Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024