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# Pohara Sands - Family Beach House

Holiday home in Pohara with kitchen and balcony

## Photo gallery for Pohara Sands - Family Beach House

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 Pohara Sands - Family Beach House provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 

### Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1292 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Ocean view
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space

£260

includes taxes & fees

7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

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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.

### Pohara Sands - Family Beach House

Summary:  
Just a stone’s throw from the beach, this spacious holiday home sleeps up to 11 guests and offers everything you need for a classic Kiwi coastal escape. Enjoy ocean views, a sunny garden, and easy indoor-outdoor living.  
  
The main house accommodates 7 guests and features a welcoming kitchen, lounge, and dining area with plenty of seating, a fireplace, and a heat pump for year-round comfort. The master bedroom includes its own seperate toilet, and there’s a shared bathroom with a shower. Plus each bedroom has a vanity.  
  
A separate sleepout sleeps 4 more guests with two sets of bunk beds and is also equipped with a heat pump.  
  
The garage is stocked with bikes and water toys for guests to enjoy at their own risk – perfect for making the most of your time by the sea.  
  
Hotel-quality linen is provided for all guests, along with a few essentials to get you started – including milk, tea, coffee, and other basics.  
  
The Space:  
As you arrive, a few steps lead you up to the entrance of this welcoming beachside home. Step inside to find a well-equipped kitchen with everything you need to prepare meals during your stay. Continue through to the dining area and the cosy lounge, where you’ll find plenty of comfortable seating to relax after a day at the beach. A fireplace sits between the dining and lounge areas, providing warmth and ambience on cooler evenings, while a heat pump keeps the space comfortable year-round.  
  
The master bedroom features a Queen bed and a private toilet. Bedroom two also has a queen bed, and bedroom three is ideal for families or friends with a queen and a king single bed. Both of these bedrooms include their own vanity units for added convenience. A shared bathroom with a shower is available for guests staying in these rooms.  
  
Step outside onto the large deck to enjoy ocean views and relax in the garden area – perfect for outdoor dining or soaking up the sun.  
  
The separate sleepout is ideal for kids or extra guests, with two bunk beds (sleeps 4) and its own heat pump to keep things comfortable.  
  
The garage is stocked with bikes and water toys that guests are welcome to use at their own risk – making beach adventures easy and fun for all ages.  
  
Guest Access:  
There is a lockbox.  
  
The Neighborhood:  
This welcoming holiday home is perfectly positioned just steps from the beautiful golden sands of Pōhara Beach. The area is known for its relaxed atmosphere, safe swimming, and easy access to a range of outdoor activities like kayaking, paddleboarding, and coastal walks.  
  
Within walking distance, you’ll find several great options for dining out, including cafés, casual eateries, and spots to enjoy a drink. Whether you’re after a hearty breakfast, a relaxed lunch, or a delicious evening meal, there’s something to suit every taste.  
  
A well-stocked convenience store is also just around the corner, offering groceries, fresh produce, coffee, takeaways, and other essentials. And if you’re keen to explore further, the vibrant town of Tākaka is only a 10-minute drive away, offering more shops, cafés, and local attractions.

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach nearby

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

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

### Bedrooms

- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1.5 bathrooms
- Shower
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Fireplace

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Location highlights

- Near the ocean

### Things to do

- Bicycles
- Optional golf privileges
- Cycling 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Bicycles
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,292 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 

### Rules

 The pet must be house trained and not allowed to go on the furniture or beds. Please collect any poo on and put in the waste before checkout.

### 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 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 

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

686461daea766c0013c609c7

## About the area

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Pōhara, Tasman Region

#### What's nearby

- Pohara Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles
- Golden Bay \- 3 min drive \- 2.3 miles
- Tata Beach \- 6 min drive \- 4.5 miles
- Abel Tasman National Park \- 17 min drive \- 11.7 miles
- Kaiteriteri Beach \- 45 min drive \- 41.8 miles

#### Restaurants

- ‪The Wholemeal Cafe - ‬9 min drive
- ‪Plan B Café & Bar - ‬14 min walk
- ‪Molly B’s - ‬14 min walk
- ‪The Curry Leaf - ‬9 min drive
- ‪Nikau - ‬15 min walk

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