Title: Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean Holiday home in Cooks Beach with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean ![Outdoor dining - Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31862000/31861909/bdd5318d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, stereo - Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31862000/31861909/86a5cdd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31862000/31861909/32ff657d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31862000/31861909/bf036d2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31870000/31862000/31861909/76da266b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Cooks Beach and unwind in this 4-bedroom haven. With two outdoor areas, a BBQ, and an open-plan lounge perfect for gatherings, you'll feel right at home. A short stroll from the beach and Purangi estuary, enjoy scenic walks or relax with full laundry facilities. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 102153 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £200 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean Our home at Cooks Beach boasts 4 large bedrooms with 7 comfy beds: 2 x queen, 1 x double and 4 x single, to accommodate a maximum of 10 people. It has an open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area which opens up to two separate outdoor areas. There is a BBQ available. The kitchen is equipped with cooking and baking equipment and a dish washer. We also have a TV and full laundry facilities. There is a single carport, suitable to park a boat and also space available to pitch a tent. There is plenty of off street parks. In addition to the two bathrooms, there is an outdoor shower. We are only a 3 minutes’ walk to the beach and a 10 minutes’ walk to Purangi estuary, 5 minutes drive to Ferry Landing and short ferry ride to Whitianga with fantastic Restaurants, Cafes and Shopping. The local shops are also only a 5 minute walk away. Our house is an ideal place for people to relax in. Special conditions: Pets allowed with prior approval. Smoking allowed outside only. We rely on our guests to leave the house in a satisfactory condition for our next guest. Please clean the house and do the dishes before you leave. Linen is not provided. Please bring your own linen (towels, fitted sheet, flat sheet and pillow cases). Wifi is available. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Garden - Unit size: 2,153 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38080000/38078200/38078165/09a47f31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep Cooks Beach - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 197 reviews £412 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=38078165&PinnedHotelID=38078165&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121230000/121227700/121227616/e8005b81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tairua Harbourside Haven Tairua - Ocean view - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=121227616&PinnedHotelID=121227616&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33960000/33955700/33955656/84d9c989.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bedroom/ Large Section Close to Estuary Whitianga - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 263 reviews £126 includes taxes & fees 2 Mar - 3 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=33955656&PinnedHotelID=33955656&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44230000/44221000/44220929/b497498b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whitianga Kiwi Bach\* Whitianga - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 18 reviews £185 includes taxes & fees 8 Feb - 9 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=44220929&PinnedHotelID=44220929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61380000/61372400/61372332/6de4de6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Doll's House - Whitianga Holiday Home Whitianga - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=61372332&PinnedHotelID=61372332&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119430000/119423100/119423022/cd3d68aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk Everywhere Central Tairua Tairua - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 3 reviews £348 includes taxes & fees 19 Feb - 20 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-19&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=119423022&PinnedHotelID=119423022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67600000/67594100/67594034/fc21b206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great Matarangi Location Lakeside Gem overlooking the golf course! 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Linen is not provided. Please bring your own linen (towels, fitted sheet, flat sheet and pillow cases). ### 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 ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include 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 Relaxing Beach Getaway Nice Quiet Clean House Cooks Beach Relaxing Beach Getaway Nice Quiet Clean House Relaxing Beach Getaway Nice Quiet Clean Cooks Beach Relaxing Beach Getaway Nice Quiet Clean Relaxing Getaway Nice Quiet C Relaxing Beach Getaway - Nice, Quiet & Clean Cooks Beach ## About the area Cooks Beach is home to this holiday home. Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds and Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hahei Beach and Purangi Regional Reserve. [Visit our Cooks Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cooks-Beach.dx6342591) [View more Holiday homes in Cooks Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cooks-Beach-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6342591-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-36.83978%2C175.75131&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jJD4v31Hzr1wuXSdRQy9JwE0Stg=) Cooks Beach, Waikato ### What's nearby - ![Cooks Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108204/165e25da-e220-4f97-a66d-5a3a84831626.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cooks Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Cathedral Cove Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108210/46325e4c-1118-4490-9022-13232c4bd8b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cathedral Cove 9 min drive \- 7.1 miles - Purangi Regional Reserve 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Captain Cook's Memorial 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Lost Spring Thermal Pools 28 min drive \- 25.3 miles ### Getting around - Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) 38 min drive ### Restaurants - The Church Restaurant and Accomodation 10 min drive - The Pour House 10 min drive - Hot Waves 14 min drive - Little Blue Kitchen 10 min drive - Hahei Beach Cafe 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean? ### How much is parking at Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean? ### What time is check-in at Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean? ### What time is check-out at Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean? ### Where is Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Relaxing beach vacation - beautiful, quiet and clean 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 92 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 4.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher T. 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Cooks beach stay Great location with a well stocked kitchen. Even has an espresso machine. ##### Christopher T. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Will F. 25 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family beach holiday Was a great stay - we all had fun, and were so close to the beach - only a short walk. Great outdoor spaces at the property. ##### Will F. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kathryn N. 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for families We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the house had everything we needed, it was a great location and there was plenty of room for all the family. ##### Kathryn N. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackie F. 11 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you Great stay, perfect location, lovely and clean, comfortable beds great place to spend time with family ##### Jackie F. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kel K. 4 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Lovely spacious house in a great location. Couldn’t ask for more. ##### Kel K. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett M. 1 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved our stay in this area! We had such a wonderful stay. The home was in a good location and accommodated our group of 10 well. We had a great time on a boat tour, Cooks beach, also visited Hot Water Beach. Hot water beach was my favorite spot so far on our trip. ##### Brett M. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mohammad Afjalur R. 15 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Excellent house and facilities. ##### Mohammad Afjalur R. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen L. 10 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cooks Beach Great location, clean, tidy and a nice space. ##### Stephen L. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannah A. 19 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place We try and stay every year at this house and it works so well. Our family of 5, kids aged between 5-8, plus my parents, had plenty of room, and space to chill out. Location is great and it was so peaceful. Looking forward to coming back next year. ##### Hannah A. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin H. 18 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A Great Property This house is an absolute must stay in Cooks Beach. Has a true beach feel and we enjoyed every minute of staying here! Property manager was extremely helpful and accommodating. We recommend this house to everyone looking for somewhere to stay in Cooks Beach. ##### Martin H. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ginette A. 8 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Classic Kiwi Bach We had a wonderful time staying at this property. Plenty of room, comfy beds and great to have a bedroom at the end of the house for the teenagers. ##### Ginette A. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony D. 28 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Happy people Large rooms, the room with 3 beds was perfect for the girls. Likes the extra room down the stairs with the separate bathroom. Was tidy and neat and had everything that we needed. Thank you for everything. Would love to stay there again ##### Anthony D. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rina M. 16 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good facilities for large group Tidy house and comfortable beds. Plenty of room for families and good size section for off street parking. Easy communication and instructions. ##### Rina M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Forrest J. 30 Mar 2025 Liked: Location Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Great location, rough check-in Had a nice time in Cooks Beach,, the location is nice. However we received no check-in instructions until after connecting directly with VRBO after check in time - they (thankfully) were able to contact the owner to sort things out. Recommend reading the property description carefully. ##### Forrest J. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz T. 24 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great fanily sized home We had 8 people in the house had plenty of room for us all. Everyone one got their own bed, in a bedroom so lounge was left for family games. Definately will book again ##### Liz T. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shobha 16 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place to stay It id an awesome place to stay for a group of 10 people, we loved it. ##### Shobha Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brooke H. 1 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay We absolutely loved our stay plenty of space for all of us ##### Brooke H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### J H. 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful clean home, nice tall shower, good supply of cutlery/plates etc. and even a Coffee Plunger!! ##### J H. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tanya C. 7 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property Clean and tidily presented and perfectly suitable for our stay. Would happily stay there again ##### Tanya C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny A. 30 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay Had a great stay, house was perfect for what we needed. Thank you. Would totally stay again. ##### Jenny A. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kamal S. 30 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome for family and friends We really enjoyed our stay and had everything needed and we loved only 5 minuted drive to beach for sunrise :) ##### kamal S. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophie M. 31 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House! Loved being right by the beach and a short drive to Whitianga is a bonus. Nice quiet neighbourhood and great house for what we needed. ##### Sophie M. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Emily T. 26 Aug 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Home was adequate, as described in the listing, however, the ##### Emily T. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander C. 30 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Time in Cooks Beach Had an awesome time at this property. Very clean, had everything we needed. No complaints ##### Alexander C. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larisa 9 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great house for extended family and large groups. Close to the beach and shops. Very quiet and warm house. ##### Larisa Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ---