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# The Sands - Matarangi Holiday House

## Photo gallery for The Sands - Matarangi Holiday House

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

Located near the beach, The Sands is a comfortable 3-bedroom Matarangi holiday house. Unwind on the large sun-catching deck or explore your surroundings with indoor/outdoor living at its finest. This home is fully equipped to provide a happy and hassle-free holiday for up to 7 guests.

## Reviews

7.0

Good

### Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71399 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Outdoor space
- Parking available

## Add dates for prices

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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.

### The Sands - Matarangi Holiday House

The Sands is a comfortable 3 bedroom Matarangi holiday house. Situated in a great location a short stroll away from the beach, this is a great place to have as your base while you enjoy your Matarangi experience!  
  
This Matarangi Holiday Accommodation has fantastic and flowing indoor/outdoor living, with the open plan indoor living area opening out onto the large sun catching deck; a great spot to relax in the sun during the day or enjoy your evening meals. This home is fully equipped so that you are able to have a happy and hassle free holiday!  
  
The bedding configuration at this Matarangi accommodation provides sleeping for up to 7 guests, with bedrooms one and two each having queen sized beds, and the third bedroom having two single beds (and rollaway).  
  
The Sands is a warm and welcoming home and is ready for your arrival the next time you come to magical Matarangi!  
Bachcare terms and conditions apply for pets.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach nearby

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 3 bedrooms

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Shower

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Garden
- Patio

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Things to do

- Golf
- Fishing nearby

### 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)

### General

- Garden
- Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 

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 

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 

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

### Property is also known as

The Sands Matarangi House

The Sands - Matarangi Holiday House Matarangi

The Sands - Matarangi Holiday House Private vacation home

597463

## About the area

Located in Matarangi, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Matarangi Beach and Kuaotunu Beach, while Coromandel Historical Museum and Mercury Bay Museum are cultural highlights. The Coromandel Smoking Co. and Driving Creek Railway are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Matarangi travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Matarangi.dx6306288)

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Matarangi, Coromandel

### What's nearby

- ![Matarangi Beach, Coromandel, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976194891/5679e220-2df0-4fae-8f0c-5e83167cc54b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Matarangi Beach  
5 min walk \- 0.3 miles
- ![Hot Water Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108208/2d9db61a-a1e3-465c-8062-3f74ba08b4e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Hot Water Beach  
49 min drive \- 41.5 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  
51 min drive \- 44.0 miles
- ![Hahei Beach showing a beach, a bay or harbour and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108212/939e2140-3a93-4c63-8f3e-b7bf33b69d76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Hahei Beach  
51 min drive \- 43.8 miles
- Lost Spring Thermal Pools  
23 min drive \- 18.2 miles

### Getting around

- Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)  
30 min drive

### Restaurants

- Kua Café  
10 min drive
- Lukes Kitchen  
10 min drive
- Omaras Restaurant  
17 min walk
- Pipers Cafe & Catering  
6 min walk
- Velocity Cafe  
14 min walk

## Frequently asked questions

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## The Sands - Matarangi Holiday House Reviews

## Reviews

### Good

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### 4.0

Cleanliness

### 8.0

Location

## Reviews

### 6/10 Okay

#### mark w.

18 Nov 2024

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

couldn't find the TV remote, Nail heads sticking up on deck are a hazard. 

##### mark w.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

### 8/10 Good

21 Dec 2016

#### The house itself was tidy and organised.

The house itself was tidy and organised. Good location. Basic but we hardly spent time inside!

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