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Family Friendly Estuary front beach house

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Children’s area
Terrace/patio
On the beach
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms160 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Pauanui, Coromandel
  • Place, Pauanui Library and Information Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Lakes Golf Course
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Pauanui Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the area

Pauanui

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Pauanui, just a 4-minute walk from Pauanui Library and Information Centre and 8 minutes by foot from Gallagher Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from The Lakes Golf Course and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Pauanui Pines Golf Course.

What's nearby

  • Pauanui Library and Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Gallagher Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Lakes Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pauanui Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 26 min drive - 34.4 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Tides Bakery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Old Mill Cafe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Tairua Landing - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Local - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Flock Kitchen And Bar - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Family Friendly Estuary front beach house


We are 100 metres across a reserve to the estuary where we swim and kayak 2 hours either side of high tide. Our bach looks out to the spectacular skyline of the Coromandel Ranges and we enjoy spectacular sunsets.

Please note: Cleaning is included in the cost. Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to bring your own linen (Towels, teatowels, sheets and pillowcases). This allows us to keep the cost lower. If you would like us to supply linen, there is a charge of $190 for laundry which can be reduced to $140 if you are happy to make up your own beds.

There is an outdoor entertaining area which is great for BBQs. Shopping area, skateboard bowl, basketball court, minigolf and golf courses are all within a few minutes walk. For younger children there is a playground within view and close enough to call children home for dinner. there is also a skatepark 3 minutes walk away. Fishing from the wharf at Royal Billy Point is a popular activity, as is jumping off the path to the wharf.
For those who are keen on more active pursuits there are 2 adult bikes with helmets and 2 small children's bikes. There are 3 sit-in kayaks and 2 children's sit-on kayaks all with life jackets. The ocean beach is a short drive or a 15 minute walk away. The challenge of climbing Mt Pauanui before breakfast motivates some!
If you just want to chill, the outlook is wonderfully relaxing. Sunsets are often brilliant. The birdlife along the estuary on those late afternoon walks is always fascinating. Just out of view, but actually very close, are the Waterways canals.
In Winter our house is warmed by a very efficient heat pump. There are two separate living areas - one with the television/DVD player, one for those who want to talk. There is an HDMI cable to connect to your laptop.

The famous Hot Water Beach is a 45 minute drive away and Cathedral Cove is less than an hour's drive .

(Note: The map shows a lake. It used to be a lake many years ago but is actually a reserve between the house and the water.)
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,722 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Family Friendly Estuary Front Beach House Pauanui
Family Friendly Estuary Front Beach House Private vacation home

Family Friendly Estuary front beach house Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 152 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second visit and we enjoyed our time so much (despite the bad weather ) we have booked to stay again. Great house for our family (4 adults and 3 teens). The location is perfect for walking to the shops and the beach is not far away. Love the view of the estuary. Always clean and tidy when we arrive.Thanks Anna
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

Hosts were very welcoming, Shirley rang on our arrival to see that everything was
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spacious house in great location. Just as per the photos. Clean and tidy. Thanks again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alistair B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had an excellent stay. The bach is well provisioned and in an amazing location. We will love to visit again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

L R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The place is well located with a well stocked accommodation, something for everyone.Thank you Shirley!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean comfortable and spacious.,Good amenities and excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place. Perfect for our family. Plaground perfect distance where you can see, but not here the kids from the back deck. Thanks.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter stay

Amazing property. Friendly owners and an already great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon P., Hamilton, NZ,

Liked: Cleanliness

Immaculate, great location!

An excellent location, great for all ages.The house is well-maintained, very clean and tidy, a great layout for families.We really enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location and Views

Clean and tidy house, great views from the back deck.Handy location for walking to shops and golf courses.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherryl B., Napier, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness

Fab spot at the beach

Lovely clean roomy house. Great spot, we all would have loved to stay longer. Plenty of everything in house. Fab outlook.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house in a stunning location

We had a great stay in this large family home. It has a stunning view and deck area. We would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annett H.

making family memories

We had the most amazing time here! Shirley was amazing as our host! We loved the house - layout, the views (!!!), plenty of equipment (kitchen, garage, books, Cd's etc. - everything in great condition). We went out kayaking every evening at sunset - sooo beautiful, or strolled along the river, played at the playground or went riding the bikes. Our days we filled with trips to Hahei and other near beaches, plenty of sunshine and ice cream!!! Everyone's needs have been met and we made some beautiful family memories. We wish we would have booked longer!!! We hope to come back one day, we'll keep you on our "trip-to-do" list!!! Thank you so much Shirley!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely large house and beautiful location

Lovely house and great to be able to use the bikes and kayaks etc. We all enjoyed a lovely weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

moira c., auckland

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends/family trip

We had a great week staying in this lovely spot, great location and the hosts communication made everything easy, would definitely be keen to stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raoul Duke

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

A nice tidy property. Pictures are a true representation. Would stay again. Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and everything you need

The property was well maintained and had 4 great seperate bedrooms. The house is an easy walk to the shops and restaurants and those with family a great park on its boundary. Dealing with the owners was very easy and I highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moray M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous family property

We all loved our stay. Wonderful property.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family stay

Great stay with young family with the park and local emenities within walking distance. Thanks.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolores M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous place to stay

Wonderful place to getaway and enjoy nature and the beautiful surroundings. Very kid friendly and plenty of space. The house had everything you need and was clean, tidy, warm and comfortable. Will definitely be back 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter get away

Great location for children felt very safe the kids saw a seal and flounder aswell in the shallow water and the seal came up to the waters edge
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic winter holiday

My children and I had a great stay at this lovely holiday home. The house was very warm despite it being in the middle of winter. The kids loved the freedom to play at the park and ride their bikes on the paths around the house. It is very close and walkable to the Pauanui Club, mini golf and the shops and cafes. Would definitely recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sabina G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply lovely.

We stayed at the property with 4 adults and 5 children. The house is lovely and very comfortable for families. The kids had lots of fun playing at the nearby playground while we could relax on the deck. We loved all the things that were available to us at the property, especially kayaks. The kids had so much fun. The owners were great, quick to respond to any queries. Highly recommend. Thank you for our lovely weekend :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Late summer family catch up

Great spot with lovely views, close to town for meals and the kids enjoyed the playground. Driveway hard to spot in twilight and the downstairs shower was a step over that we didn’t see in the photos.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Holiday house

Amazing views from the back deck. Good kitchen setup. Handy 2 minute walk to the shops. Note the single beds are quite small.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024