Title: Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=100915983&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home Holiday home in Opito Bay with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home ![Interior - Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home (Whitianga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100920000/100916000/100915983/54d163f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home (Whitianga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100920000/100916000/100915983/608bbfeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home (Whitianga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100920000/100916000/100915983/f2e42c37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, cookware/dishes/utensils - Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home (Whitianga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100920000/100916000/100915983/11a4f4bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home (Whitianga)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100920000/100916000/100915983/1d8fcb19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled on the hills of Opito Bay, Chuck’s Retreat offers a tranquil escape with breathtaking views. Begin your day on the sundeck, sipping coffee while surrounded by unforgettable scenery. The main lounge features panoramic ocean vistas and a fireplace to keep you warm during winter. Indulge in luxury across various dining and outdoor areas, allowing you to unwind while exploring the Coromandel. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home Welcome to Chuck’s Retreat, a secluded haven perched on the hills of Opito Bay. This hidden gem offers breathtaking views of Opito Bay, the Mercury Islands, and beyond, providing the perfect backdrop for a relaxing and comfortable holiday escape. Begin your day with a tranquil moment on the sundeck, sipping your morning coffee while surrounded by unforgettable scenery. This three-level accommodation is well positioned on a hill, offering absolutely breathtaking sea views of Opito Bay. The main lounge on the bottom level features panoramic ocean vistas and a fireplace to keep you warm during winter. The second level comprises the kitchen, dining area, two bedrooms, and one bathroom. On the third level, you'll find the master bedroom with an ensuite, providing stunning sea views and a private retreat for parents. Indulge in luxury across various dining and outdoor areas, allowing you to unwind while the BBQ sizzles in the background. The home is perfect for a family getaway, offering ample space and comfortable living areas. Chuck’s Retreat ensures a comfortable stay with a spacious bathroom and full laundry facilities. Ample space is available for your boat to rest between adventures exploring the Coromandel, and with a nearby boat ramp, you'll be on the water in no time. The retreat provides sports gear, including two kayaks, offering opportunities for safe swimming and excellent walks in Opito Bay. Conveniently located on your way, Kuaotunu is the perfect spot to stock up on supplies. Explore the village of Kuaotunu, just under a 15-minute drive away, where you'll find shops, cafes, restaurants, and a convenience store. From the moment you arrive, Chuck’s Retreat welcomes you with stunning views and a sense of tranquility unique to Opito Bay. 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.Pets are welcome at the property; however, approval is conditional owner may request details of your pet’s breed and age prior to arrival to ensure suitability for the property and surrounding environmentPlease note that the property does not have any fencing, so pets must be supervised at all times. This is especially important for their safety and to respect neighbouring properties. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Standard Glamping Pod | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57490000/57481200/57481159/5bb5b126.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coromandel Shelly Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park Coromandel - 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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 634473 ## About the area Opito Bay is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach. [Visit our Opito Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Opito-Bay.dx3000001880) [View more Holiday homes in Opito Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Opito-Bay-Private-Holiday-Homes.d3000001880-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-36.723724,175.81186&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:dvb_Fcgap%60%40%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40U%40Q%3FQ%40U%40Q%40QBU%40QBQ%40UBQBQBQBQDUBQDQDQBQDSFMDQDSFOFSDOFQFMFQFOHQFOHOFMHMHOHOHOHMJOHKJOHKJMHKLMJMHKJKLMJGLKJKJILKLILGLIJKLELILGNILELGLGNCLINELALGNENCLCNENCLANCNALCNAN%3FNCN%3FN%3FL%3FNAN%40N%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%3FN%40NBN%40NBL%40NBLDNBNBLDNFL%40NDLHLBNFLFLDLHNFJHLDLJLHLFJHLJLHJJLJJFJLJJJJJLJLJJJLHJJNHJJNHLHNHNHNFLHLHNFNFPFNHPFLFPDNFRDNFRDLDPDRDPDPBPDPBTDP%40PBPBPBTBP%40P%40TBP%40P%3FT%40P%40P%3FT%40P%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FTAP%3FTAPAP%3FTAPCPATAPCPCRCRCPAPEPCTEPCPEREPEPEPELGREPGPENGPGLIRGNGNGNINILGNINILININKLIJKNIJKNKHKLKLKJKLKJKFMJKLMFMJKHMHMFMJMDKHOFMHMDMFODMDMHODMBODMDODO%40MDOBM%40OBOBO%40OBM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FOBOCM%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FOCMAOCOCMAOCOEMAOEOEMEMCOEMIOEMEMGMEOIMGMIMEKKMGMIMIMKKGKMMKKGMKKMIKKMMMIIKOIKKOIKKMIOIOIMIOIOGMIOGOIOGOGSGMGQEOGQGQESEQGMEQCQESEQCQEUCQCQCQCSASCQAQCUAQAQAU%3FQAQAU%3FQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gKqRDJ5y2zf0lgifz8vv6kCpsOE=) Whitianga, Coromandel ### What's nearby - ![Amazing day in Optio Bay, NZ - much quieter place to visit (not as many tourists) with some great little hikes (shown in picture), great swimming and kayaking! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000001880/a79444a4-ba7c-48ef-917d-9c660df414dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Otama Beach 1 min walk \- 0.0 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 52 min drive \- 44.4 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 52 min drive \- 44.2 miles - Moore Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Opito Point Historic Reserve 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Getting around - Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) 38 min drive ### Restaurants - Kua Café 12 min drive - Lukes Kitchen 12 min drive - Kua Kawhe 12 min drive - Kua Kawhe 12 min drive - Blackjack Gallery & Espresso 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home? ### Where is Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Chuck’s Retreat - Opito Bay Holiday Home 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura N. 11 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing beach location Beautiful views. Clean. Great for families! ##### Laura N. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charleen P. 13 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chucks Retreat Stunning veiws from multiple areas of the house overlooking the whole bay, spaceous house with loads of space to spread out and relax and enjoy. Thoughly enjoyed our time at Chucks Retreat.Highly recommend. ##### Charleen P. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. 26 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Pet friendly. Our two dogs had a great time even though not fully fenced.Plenty of parking.House well prepared and lots of room.Very welcoming neighbours.Stunning views.Luke’s Kitchen was awesome for a last night meal. ##### David S. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacob B. 28 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Jacob B. 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