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A beach with a rocky foreground, a person walking, and a distant mountain range. - Serenity - our home away from home (Whitianga)
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Escape to this home away from home, nestled near the beach and The Lost Spring Spa. Spacious living areas and a fully fenced property make it perfect for family gatherings or game nights. With amenities like Freeview, TV, DVD player, oven and dishwasher at your fingertips.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Serenity - our home away from home

  • Please note that Bed linen and towels are not provided. Check in is 4pm and check out in 11am. Cleaning charge (required) applies.

    Bed configuration:
    - Master bedroom - one King bed
    - Second bedroom - one Double bed, one single (bunk) bed over top of the double bed, one single bed.
    - Double fold out couch in the lounge

    Facilities:
    - Freeview
    - TV
    - DVD player
    - Fridge
    - Microwave
    - Oven
    - Dishwasher
    - Heat Pump
    - Shower & Bath
    - Highchair

    Enough room to park a boat.

    Located:
    - 600m (two streets back) from the beach with a public access just down the road.
    - 650m from The Lost Spring Spa
    - 1.3km from town
    - 1.3km from New World

    Special conditions: This is our home away from home, please treat with respect. Feel free to use condiments, toilet paper etc but replenish if you use it up. Very suitable for families and couples looking for a peaceful getaway.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

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

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Required cleaning charge applies
This is our home away from home, please treat with respect. Feel free to use condiments, toilet paper etc but replenish if you use it up.
Linen and towels are not provided.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Whitianga, this holiday home is near the beach. Opito Point Historic Reserve and Buffalo Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Combat Zone Paintball and Fun Park and The Coromandel Smoking Co.. Visit our Whitianga travel guide
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Whitianga, Waikato

What's nearby

  • A starfish on a sandy beach with scattered shells and rocks.
    Buffalo Beach
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Mercury Bay Museum
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Cathedral Cove
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Brophys Beach
    3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    2 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hahei Beach Cafe
    26 min drive
  • Grace O'Malley's
    20 min walk
  • The Pour House
    26 min drive
  • Snapper Jacks Restaurant
    19 min walk
  • Mat's
    2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity - our home away from home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Serenity - our home away from home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity - our home away from home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity - our home away from home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity - our home away from home located?

This family-friendly Whitianga holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Buffalo Beach. Cathedral Cove and Cathedral Cove are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Serenity - our home away from home Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 131 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pawan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything on point as advertised, very nice and warm owners. Recommended for basic comfortable facilities and walking distance to buffalo beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice stay with everything we needed. Great location too. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Issy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here for 2 months and really enjoyed it- great location and the place is well looked after. Communication was very good and I would definitely recommend !
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

coline h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!! very close to the beach and the lovely town of Whitianga that you can easily walk to.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl W.

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

Great Location

Had a lovely 4 nights, good location, close to the beach and walking distance to the centre. The property had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blake M.

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

Awesome and easy

Amazing place to stay at. Whole process of check in and out was very easy and flexible whuch helped us very much. Would definitely stay here again as it was very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhys H.

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

Very tidy little property with lots of space to park your boat…

Have stayed here before and it is a very well appointed 2 bedroom house, great deck with lots of space. Great price and very friendly hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla D.

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

Nice and comfortable

Loved our stay at uncle Harolds, plenty of room, we be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Penny F.

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

4 day stay in Whitianga

Property is in great location a short walk from the beach. The property had all the basic requirements for a holiday stay. A good place to explore the Coromandel peninsula.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Cozy and warm

Beautiful little bach so close to the beach. We loved our few days and will definitely stay again when in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacquiline H.

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

Festival stay

We loved the accomodation. Great location, walking distance to the beach and town. The house has everything you need, comfortable beds and a warm inviting cosy feel. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gail P.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Whitianga

This property would be good for families. A good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas V.

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

Lovely Stay in the Coromandel.

Great walks and Good Food. Allison and her team were very attentive. Can’t wait to visit again! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wendy o.

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

Lovely wee batch

Tidy for its age, good price… Beds were comfortable. Everything one needs for a few days away.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

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

Summer Getaway

Was a lovely little house that gave us (family of four adults) room to spread out. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adria T.

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

Gem stay

My family loved it here, had all the essentials, was just a 5 min walk to the beach! The place was clean and tidy. Was a amazing stay and cant wait to adventure more in this little pocket of joy place!!! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

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

Great stay in an awesome kiwi bach

Me and a couple of friends used this property for a weekend of exploring and fishing the coromandel coast, we arrived earlier than expected but Allison was happy to allow us access as they had property ready and clean. House had everything we needed, and was extremely well placed for a base. 5minute walk to the beach and 5 minutes drive to the town centre. Will definitely stay again if we are ever in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L.

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

Serenity - the best!

Hi, thank you for 'loaning' us your bach. The location and facilities were perfect and we had such good weather that we were able to sit outside as well, so feel that we had a summer mini break thoroughly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Suitable for long stay.

Well Equipped. Full Kitchen. Lots of games/books for all age groups. Sunny and Spacious. Close to beach and supermarket. Great for family. Responsive hosts.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Olyvia S.

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

Perfect

Super clean. Lovely proper kiwi Bach feel. Well equipped with all you need for a break. As advertised. Really good location. Close to shops and the beach and the Lost Spring Hot pools. Really good communication with host and we will absolutely stay again. Thank you Uncle Harold’s place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angel W.

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

awesome

My friends and I planned a last minute trip to whitianga and found this lovely batch to stay in. its in a great area, only a half our drive away from hot water beach. 15 minute walk away from a supermarket and 5 minutes away from the beach. the area is safe and the batch itself is very homely and comfortable to stay in. we had an incredible time and would go back in the future 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sian C.

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

What happens at the beach

The location is great with only being a block from the beach. The house was comfortable with everything we needed. Great shower! I wasn't overjoyed at having to pay extra to rent sheets. I highly recommend you fold that into the price. I'm sure you have other folks who are not locals and don't travel with sheets/towels. Communication was excellent! Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emilia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! Fantastic location and the accommodation had all the essentials. Would highly recommend :) great easy communication with the host too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a wonderful stay, perfect location and was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was good and the property was spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026