Title: The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=45257656&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) Riverside holiday home with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) ![Exterior - The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) (Oakura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45260000/45257700/45257656/e93eafc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) (Oakura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45260000/45257700/45257656/b2a4bc55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) (Oakura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45260000/45257700/45257656/2bbe1722.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) (Oakura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45260000/45257700/45257656/cc2b595d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi - The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) (Oakura)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45260000/45257700/45257656/f45cb184.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) and take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) Tucked away down a drive in the heart of Oakura, lies this old style Hansel and Gretel house. All you need is to stroll up the drive and you have all the funky little cafes, restaurants, bars and 4 square at your finger tips. Or just a 5- 10 minute stroll down the road, you can soak up the beach vibes, sitting at a popular restaurant on the beach called Black Sands, sipping a cold wine or beer while watching the children play on the sand or watching the sunset. If the beach is not where you are at, you can walk a short walk and you will be at the river. Which ever takes your fancy, it is all accessible. If you are up for the surf, just down the road on state highway 45 are all the popular surf breaks. When you walk into this Hansel and Gretel style house you will feel like its your home away from home. It is not the brand spanking new home that makes you feel like you cannot relax, It is a home that allows you to be you and have the sense of relaxation while on holiday. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS There are 3 good sized rooms, PLUS a landing area upstairs BEDROOM 1 ........1x King size bed BEDROOM 2.........1x Queen size bed BEDROOM 3.........1x Queen Bed LANDING COMMON AREA.......3x single beds. 2 Toilets 1 Bath & Shower downstairs There is a great lawn for that back yard cricket and of course all private. Also a trampoline for the kids. There are two Sleepeouts but these will be locked. PARKING There is room for 4 cars to park down the drive. SPECIAL CONDITIONS: The home sleeps 9 comfortably. The maximum guests is 9 CHECK IN 3pm CHECK OUT 10AM EARLY CHECK IN NOON $40 (if I can arrange this) LATE CHECK OUT 11.30am $40 (if can be arranged) LINEN Please bring your own linen (sheets ), if sheets are required this can be arranged if really needed, at a one off cost of $65 Towels are supplied Pillows supplied and pillow cases All Duvets and blankets supplied The house is fully cleaned after every stay and then disinfected by myself. CLEANING FEE - This is included in the price, (if you leave the house clean and tidy as you found it). NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: clean AND vacuum the house and do the dishes before you leave. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - On a river ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Elite Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Elite Studio) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625400/9625370/e44b200d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### One Burgess Hill Burgess Park - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Gym 9.8 Exceptional 381 reviews £81 includes taxes & fees 27 Jan - 28 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=9625370&PinnedHotelID=9625370&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15650000/15646500/15646427/f4526d82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stratford Motel & Holiday Park Stratford - Pool - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 145 reviews £36 includes taxes & fees 26 Jan - 27 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-26&endDate=2026-01-27&selected=15646427&PinnedHotelID=15646427&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4250000/4248300/4248269/c980dd0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pukekura Motor Lodge Welbourn - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Gym 9.6 Exceptional 304 reviews £67 includes taxes & fees 15 Jan - 16 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=4248269&PinnedHotelID=4248269&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519214/54c3a28b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Devon Hotel A Heritage Hotel Strandon - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 1,016 reviews £45 includes taxes & fees 1 Feb - 2 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=519214&PinnedHotelID=519214&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### 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 ### Rules Smoking is allowed outside the property. Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave There is a dishwasher but please DO NOT USE as it doesn't work RUBBISH Please use the correct bins provided ### 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 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 Vrbo Property Hansel Gretel Home in Oakura Hansel Gretel Home in Oakura 5 minutes walk to the beach ## 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-39.11570%2C173.95645&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qfRvA_jSqXrtz-J7et3uK8-dTK8=) Oakura, Taranaki #### What's nearby - Oakura Library \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Oakura Beach \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Corbett Park \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Shearer Reserve \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Ringcraft Moana \- 5 min drive \- 1.8 miles #### Getting around - New Plymouth (NPL) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪OFS: Oakura Fish Shop - ‬4 min walk - ‪locals cafe - ‬10 min drive - ‪Mantra - ‬1 min walk - ‪Butlers Reef - ‬1 min walk - ‪Pizza Magic - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl)? ### What time is check-in at The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl)? ### What time is check-out at The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl)? ### Where is The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Heart of Oakura Shops & 5-10 min walk to beach & river (cleaning incl) 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 47 8 - Good 8 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Emily S. 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Big family home Tidy, family home with lots of room ##### Emily S. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kait O. 23 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous family bach Loved it here. Nice, quiet place with good access to food. Near the beach. Very homely feel with lots of comfort. ##### Kait O. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hamish 9 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Efficient friendly communications. Brilliant location for our purposes (a band performing at Butlers Reef). ##### Hamish Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda N. 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location! Awesome location and efficient communication, thank you so much! ##### Amanda N. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shirley R. 2 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Thanks for a great place to stay and so handy to all we needed ##### Shirley R. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paula H. 25 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay, would recommend! Loved staying at this bach. Great location and communication with Mel was easy. ##### Paula H. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie R. 26 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Awesome place to stay. ##### Julie R. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to stay Lovely house with all you need. Great location and communication with owner ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn W. 2 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great stay Great location, very well equipped house and very clean. Just stayed the one night to go to Bowl of Brooklyn Concert but would love to come back and hang out for a few days, short walk to a great beach ##### Robyn W. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shane M. 23 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location & Spacious Had everything we needed. Great location. Very spacious. ##### Shane M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kate l. 30 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal location Really handy having a family friendly restaurant across the road. Nice lawn, great house ##### kate l. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### blair r. 12 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family House This was a great property for our two young families. Had a great back yard and trampoline. All services were great. Would definitely stay here again. ##### blair r. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles P. 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good stay Nice house ##### Charles P. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason W. 26 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location and privacy A great house in a great location. Super easy to communicate with host. Great experience. ##### Jason W. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Melanie W. 31 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Oakura Convenience Great location, cosy fireplace and would suit small or large groups. We had a fabulous time and would definitely book again. ##### Melanie W. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leanne W. 12 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and comfortable Nice, spacious and clean house. The fire kept us warm and the beds were comfy. ##### Leanne W. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel T. 24 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An awesome place to stay with family and/or friends It is a lovely house in a beautiful setting. The communications was great and instant. I would not hesitate to book the house again for my next visit. Thanks a lot :-) ##### Daniel T. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen D., Wellington 31 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cheerful and pleasant Thanks for letting us stay at your house. It was an excellent home to meet up with my family — and also to relax after tramping around Taranaki. Lots of space for the eight of us and a big lawn to enjoy the sun in the evening. We had a great time playing in the waves on the nearby beach. ##### Stephen D. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MARIA P. 12 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### MPW BBach Excellent ##### MARIA P. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Grant F. 29 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Only just ok Very cold with no apparent heating apart from a fire (that ran out of wood) ##### Grant F. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 4/10 Poor #### Pam S. 1 Feb 2021 Liked: Communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Great Place and position Not anywhere clean enough Was perfect for our needs. Good lawn and spacious property. Off road parking. But dirty kitchen utensils, sticky top on dining table, mould on sun screen blinds. Dirty barbecue Didn't use!! Lounge furniture urgently needs clean over and under. Stuff under beds. Duvet inners marked and FLEAS upstairs. Only one shower over bath and dirty bathroom floor Dish cloth and tea towels dubious so bought our own. ##### Pam S. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maddison F. 23 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil haven The ultimate stay for a weekend of relaxation & rest. Thanks u to Mel & her whānau 😊 ##### Maddison F. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah H. 13 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome kiwi bach Great time, great communication, highly recommended. ##### Sarah H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darcy H. 8 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Post volleyball recover stay Good home for anyone who is interested in staying in the area for the night. Four square and Butlers Reef nearby ##### Darcy H. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna W. 15 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely spot to stay We stayed for a couple of nights with 2 young children. The house is well off the road with ample room for the kids to run around plus the trampoline! The house was clean and tidy with plenty of room for us. The location was great with a 4 square across the road and a few eateries near by - recommend the Cafe at the top of the driveway and the caravan serving Mexican treats by the BP. The beach is a short walk away and if the weather had been better we would have been down there more often. Great communication from owner - Thank you! We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back when we are down that way. ##### Donna W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022 ---