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Waikawau Retreat. Private home, overlooking the sea, covered deck to entertain.

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Air conditioning
Pet-friendly
Washer
Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Waikawau Retreat. Private home, overlooking the sea, covered deck to entertain.

Relax with the whole family at this secluded and serene spot on the Thames Coast.
Short walk down the driveway to the beach. Large gardens
Stunning views of the Firth and just minutes from the Waikawau Boat ramp.
Large covered deck with outdoor seating. No neighbours, Plenty of parking.

This is a 3 story house. Upstairs is 3 bedrooms and a bathroom. Living, kitchen and toilet/ laundry is in the middle. Downstairs is a large bedroom with it's own bathroom.

Where you'll sleep...
Bedroom 1- King bed
Bedroom 2- Double bed
Bedroom 3- Double bed with single bunk above
Bedroom 4- King bed and single bed. (Bottom level)

Property manager

Aliesha Fairbarn

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

On the beach
Beach towels

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table

Entertainment

Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
13 steps to reach entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

In a rural location

Things to do

Kayak
Fishing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby

Safety features

No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Garden

Similar properties

Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space

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

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Lock the doors and return the keys

Return Key to Keybox. Enter pin 269 to reopen box.

Please throw all linen and towels into Laundry

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Note from host: Dogs allow outside

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8

Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Kereta, Waikato

What's nearby

Wilson Bay - 5 min drive - 4.5 miles
Driving Creek Railway - 27 min drive - 22.3 miles
Buffalo Beach - 59 min drive - 48.8 miles
Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 59 min drive - 49.0 miles
Miranda Hot Springs - 60 min drive - 44.0 miles

Getting around

Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 74 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waikawau Retreat. Private home, overlooking the sea, covered deck to entertain. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

Where is Waikawau Retreat. Private home, overlooking the sea, covered deck to entertain. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kereta holiday home is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Wilson Bay and 5.1 mi (8.1 km) from Tararu Bay. Coromandel Historical Museum and Long Bay are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Waikawau Retreat. Private home, overlooking the sea, covered deck to entertain. Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

29 Jun 2025

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

Great place to stay with stunning sea views of the Firth of Thames.

Beautiful three story house with everything you need. Amazing sea views and walk to the beach where we caught snapper off the rocks. Great facilities and beautiful garden, loved bbqs on the deck with outdoor heater. Bedrooms and bathrooms spacious and beautifully presented. Booking process and stay was seemless, thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony Y.

23 Mar 2025

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

Awesome place for family

This home is an awesome place as a base. Arrived on Friday and was amazed by the sun set view. Kids loved the outdoor area. Finding skinks.Saturday took kids on a charter boat for fishing, short 30min drive. Younger kids and wives visited local bays.Once again awesome spot.Would recommend this home.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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About this property

Entire place

Waikawau Retreat. Private home, overlooking the sea, covered deck to entertain.

Property manager

Languages

Property amenities

Beach

Internet

Parking and transport

Kitchen

Dining

Bedrooms

Bathroom

Living spaces

Entertainment

Outdoor areas

Laundry

Comfort

Pets

Suitability/Accessibility

Location highlights

Things to do