Title: Quiet private bush out look but right in town. Perfect for boaties Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Quiet private bush out look but right in town. Perfect for boaties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109209200/109209147/d55d39f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109209200/109209147/5b6affbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109209200/109209147/165e537c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109209200/109209147/d6728131.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109210000/109209200/109209147/f76ed94b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a serene retreat with a peaceful native bush outlook, ideal for boaties and pet owners alike. With ample parking and just 3 minutes from the boat ramp, unwind after a day on the water or take an easy walk to the fishing club or Sands restaurant. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly ## 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. ### Quiet private bush out look but right in town. Perfect for boaties Quiet, peaceful native bush out look. Perfect for boaties with large boats. Plenty of parking. 3 minutes to the boat ramp. Easy walk to the fishing club or the newly opend Sands restaurant. 5 minutes by road to the ocean beach access. Pet friendly place to stay ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### 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) ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Start the dishwasher Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys On check out please close all windows and blinds/curtains, lock doors. Please shut and lock the gate Please double check the toilet window, It seems to get left open often Beds can just be left un made, or striped if you prefer Towels etc can be put in a pile in the bathroom If there are any dishes please just load the dishwasher and start run the cycle, Hope you've had a wonderful stay Safe travels home Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area ![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-38.06694%2C174.81450&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_SMm0SyaEGtJog4GRhAVK5-5eLk=) Kawhia, Waikato #### What's nearby - Maketu Marae - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Kawhia Beach - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles - Kiwi House Native Bird Park - 57 min drive - 43.6 miles #### Restaurants - Kawhia Fish Shop - ‪Fish & Chips - ‬13 min walk - ‪OpArau Ro - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Rusty Snapper Cafe - ‬11 min walk - Annie's Cafe ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Quiet private bush out look but right in town. Perfect for boaties pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### Where is Quiet private bush out look but right in town. Perfect for boaties located? > Situated in Kawhia, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Maketu Marae and Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery. Kawhia Beach is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Quiet private bush out look but right in town. Perfect for boaties Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Te Huinga S. 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Warm, dry, and modern! Had a fantastic stay. The home was warm and dry, and well equipped with all the kitchen stuff, comfortable beds, and plenty of space inside and outside. Great stay! ##### Te Huinga S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew C. 10 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place in Kawhia Emma’s property is spacious, tidy and very convenient for anyone staying in Kawhia. We liked the good kitchen, washing machine/dryer and 3 good sized bedrooms. ##### Andrew C. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverley C. 7 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family reunion Such a beautiful place to stay at with the bush backdrop nice and quiet and relaxing. Lovely bedrooms and beds, bathroom and shower awesome. Nice outdoor area to sit and enjoy a glass of wine, overall had a wonderful weekend. ##### Beverley C. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Khelli W. 20 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend Great place to stay, we really enjoyed it. Spacious and clean and has a good indoor outdoor flow. Being tucked away down the end of the street made it feel private and made our stay relaxing and peaceful. Contact from the host was amazing and she was so easy to contact and exchange messeges. Thank you again for the lovely stay. ##### Khelli W. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria H. 12 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very close to township but private Tidy pleasant well equipped house. Comfortable beds and great water pressure in the shower - lovely sunny private setting yet just a short stroll to the wharf. Great communication from Emma the host. ##### Maria H. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn B. 2 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private, peaceful house Emma was very easy to communicate with. The place was in an idillic spot in Kawhai. Plenty of room with 4 double rooms. ##### Carolyn B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Manda Jane J. 31 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful retreat The house served us well as an extended family. The kitchen equipment makes it easy to feed a bigger group. Will happlily return another time ##### Manda Jane J. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne B. 13 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family visit to reminisce old times Was perfect for our group of three couples as a base to visit Te Maika where our father fished 70 years ago. Facilities were perfect and was like a home away from home. Setting very quiet and peaceful. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great communication with owner. Thank you Emma. ##### Wayne B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlotta H. 11 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabolous spot to relax The bach was perfect for our family visit. It had everything we needed, spacious and clean. Very friendly host, great communication. Loved it and hope to come back again in the future. ##### Charlotta H. 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