Tahuna - Large, spacious and comfortable home with views of the ocean and estuary
House in Auckland Region
11 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
About this house rental
Please note for New Years bookings you must ENQUIRE first before booking as we have different requirements for this period.
'Tahuna' means seaside in Maori and this large home on multiple levels has breath-taking ocean and estuary views and it is a short stroll to the surf beach and Picnic Bay. With multiple living areas and bathrooms, and decks on 2 levels, it is ideal for families or mature couples! Tucked up on a driveway off Wintle St, it offers close proximity to all the action whilst providing a quiet Oasis to retire to. With kayaks available to use in the estuary, a playhouse, table tennis table and a hammock in a shaded spot to chill with a book, this property ticks so many boxes. Enjoy soaking up the rays on the large deck or sit inside and you will still be able to enjoy the magnificent views from the kitchen, dining room and living room.
This is the perfect house for a large family or even 2 families to enjoy their time away together, sharing the same house but with enough space to not feel crammed in!
Notes:
1. The bedding configuration is now slightly different to the photos as there is an extra single in one room and the Sofa bed has been replaced by a Queen bed.
2. Please note that the spa and garage are not available for guests.
3. There is a fully secured gun safe in the garage that cannot be opened without the access code
LINEN: Please note that other than pillows, duvets and duvet covers, linen is not included in the tariffs but can be rented for $25 per person, further details are provided in the 'Rooms and beds' section of the listing. If you wish to add linen, please add a note to your booking with what beds you wish to use so they can be made up. We have linen as an optional extra to make a more affordable holiday for those who wish to bring their own.
BOOKING PAYMENT: Although Bookabach/VRBO take your credit card details, all booking payments are made to Bach Stay NZ Limited who manage this property for the owners. Once your booking is approved, we will send you a payment email with a choice of credit card payment (a 3% surcharge applies) or bank transfer (no charges). Please note the amount stated as 'Deposit Paid at Property' on the Bookabach/VRBO quote is actually a refundable bond that will be collected as part of the accommodation payment, it is not collected at the property as the wording suggests.
'Tahuna' means seaside in Maori and this large home on multiple levels has breath-taking ocean and estuary views and it is a short stroll to the surf beach and Picnic Bay. With multiple living areas and bathrooms, and decks on 2 levels, it is ideal for families or mature couples! Tucked up on a driveway off Wintle St, it offers close proximity to all the action whilst providing a quiet Oasis to retire to. With kayaks available to use in the estuary, a playhouse, table tennis table and a hammock in a shaded spot to chill with a book, this property ticks so many boxes. Enjoy soaking up the rays on the large deck or sit inside and you will still be able to enjoy the magnificent views from the kitchen, dining room and living room.
This is the perfect house for a large family or even 2 families to enjoy their time away together, sharing the same house but with enough space to not feel crammed in!
Notes:
1. The bedding configuration is now slightly different to the photos as there is an extra single in one room and the Sofa bed has been replaced by a Queen bed.
2. Please note that the spa and garage are not available for guests.
3. There is a fully secured gun safe in the garage that cannot be opened without the access code
LINEN: Please note that other than pillows, duvets and duvet covers, linen is not included in the tariffs but can be rented for $25 per person, further details are provided in the 'Rooms and beds' section of the listing. If you wish to add linen, please add a note to your booking with what beds you wish to use so they can be made up. We have linen as an optional extra to make a more affordable holiday for those who wish to bring their own.
BOOKING PAYMENT: Although Bookabach/VRBO take your credit card details, all booking payments are made to Bach Stay NZ Limited who manage this property for the owners. Once your booking is approved, we will send you a payment email with a choice of credit card payment (a 3% surcharge applies) or bank transfer (no charges). Please note the amount stated as 'Deposit Paid at Property' on the Bookabach/VRBO quote is actually a refundable bond that will be collected as part of the accommodation payment, it is not collected at the property as the wording suggests.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Auckland Region
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Reviews
4.0
We loved the space in the house, the space to park 7 cars, the open kitchen, the table tennis. And we especially loved the spectacular views and the big deck. It was raining so unfortunately we couldn't use the outside.
The only things we think can be improved, is the dishwasher. It hadn't washed the dishes much and there was no manual to see what we might have done wrong. The PM couldn't help either. Also, the microwave didn't work.
5.0
We were absolutely thrilled with our stay.
We all collectively agreed it was one of the best holiday rentals we had ever stayed in.
Such an entertaining view.
We all love cooking so it was thye perfect spot for cooking and socialising in.
We also loved being able to stroll down to the beach or river mouth every day.
I couldn't recommend this place more highly, and would love to come back.
4.0
lovely spacious ,beautiful views ,had some fun with the table tennis. Would have been valuable to have some more info on the tv/stereo setup...more user friendly...Dishwasher not working, upstairs bed light not working, dining table light flickering...electrical fault...would have been nice to make use of the spa. with all that said had a great time ...thank you book a bach for making it so easy.
5.0
The Bach is as portrayed on website - stunning views, excellent facilities and off street parking,
Beds very comfortable and bathrooms large and clean. Our group had 3 couples and the extra privacy from their bedrooms onto small deck areas meant everyone could have their own spaces if they wished.
We have rented multiple baches in Mangawhai heads and now only book through book a Bach as Dave and the Bachstay property staff are superb to deal with.
5.0
From the location to the views to the property itself, Tahuna is perfect in every way. We lived in the Caribbean for seven years and Tahuna was like stepping back to those days. Couldn't fault anything about the place!
5.0
A wonderfully spacious home to relax and enjoy the company of friends, whilst admiring the beautiful view of the Heads and coastline. Great location as we were able to walk to the beach and clifftop walk. Recommend for any group of adults or families with school aged children - not for little ones as there are a lot of stairs and potential for falls. Quiet and peaceful, great decks. We also loved the birdsong. Thank you so much for sharing your little piece of paradise with us.
5.0
We had a great time house was more than adequate. Not enough crockery for amount of people that could stay. Plus lot of the crockery was chipped when we got there. We had a great time playing Ping Pong no winners. Beach was lovely weather not so much but we still got out and did things. Pity nobody can control the weather.
5.0
we booked for wedding accomadation and it was perfect.
we also had a table tennis tournament.
easy walk to the beach
one thing was oven didn't get to temperature over a 2 hour period which was a little disappointing but they did have a new air fryer to finish the spuds
5.0
As it reads on the box. Great location , awesome property and well run. Highly recommend.
5.0
Great size and location, great facilities, wonderful view, and great communication with the hosts - highly recommend, thank you!
5.0
Bachstay provided excellent communication and quick action when required. Place was as described.
5.0
It was lovely experience. The house was pretty big. Kids had a table tennis table which kept them busy and away from their phones. Just a stroll away from beach. Plenty of room. The only suggestion that we can give is that one of the rooms didn't had door qnd it does not have a dryer. Except for that a wonderful place with magnificent view.
5.0
Spacious, comfortable, great outlook to the Heads.
Close enough to beach walk.
5.0
a great holiday house in a great location
5.0
Great spot with fabulous views - big house with room to spread. Loved the 5 minute walk to the heads. Would love to stay here again. Property manager was really helpful when we arrived late - had house warm and external light on
5.0
Great long weekend stay, the house is perfect for a crowd with ample space in the lounge, kitchen and dining room.
The table tennis room is great for evening games or rainy days!
Walking distance to the beach and the surf!
Only remark would be parking space is limited and no street parking, bring a boat in is not recommended.
4.0
Beautiful location, massive views across the estuary
5.0
Friends weekend away
We had an amazing time at the property. The photos don't to it justice. The location and views are amazing and the property was a great size.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Auckland Region?
The average price for a rental in Auckland Region is $221 per night. This rental is $143 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Tahuna - Large, spacious and comfortable home with views of the ocean and estuary. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Tahuna - Large, spacious and comfortable home with views of the ocean and estuary pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Tahuna - Large, spacious and comfortable home with views of the ocean and estuary?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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