Title: Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=89646755&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!! ## Photo gallery for Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!! ![Terrace/patio - Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!! (Pōrangahau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89650000/89646800/89646755/a530ed3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!! 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(Pōrangahau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89650000/89646800/89646755/380a83cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Porangahau, Whare Koa offers a cozy cabin retreat with shared kitchen and outdoor eating areas. Enjoy communal living, ample parking, fresh garden produce from the seasonal veges patch and spacious surroundings that are close to the beach. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire cabin 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill £77 includes taxes & fees 12 Mar - 13 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!! Whare Koa is a one bedroom cabin with a comfy Queen bed with room for a pop up single bed also if needed so can sleep up to 3 people. FYI: This cabin is also interconnecting with Whare Tai which is handy for family bookings if you need more beds. Each cabin is a separate booking. Communal living, shared kitchen, outdoor eating available, shared ablution block, ample parking, fresh garden with seasonal veges, spacious area, nestled in the heart of Porangahau, close to beach!!! Village shop, pub, playground, its all here waiting for you! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Shared kitchen access - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Next to a golf course - On a river ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Tennis ### 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) - 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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 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 ## About the area Located in Porangahau, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Porangahau Beach and Whangaehu Beach. [Visit our Porangahau travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porangahau.dx553248635926198010) [View more Cabin rentals in Porangahau](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porangahau-Cabins.d553248635926198010-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-40.30041%2C176.61194&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4CjCyVN94XxVNjIKmDQ_Oe7PzuQ=) Pōrangahau, Hawke's Bay ### What's nearby - ![Picture tells it all, well except for the silky smooth sand. This photo was taken in the peak of summer holidays (3 Jan 2015). On the coast road between Waipukurau and Masterton. Beautiful sandy beach made for sand castles, fishing, walking, blow carts, etc including annual Easter races and the odd Polo game.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635926198010/5d9e3cc9-8cb7-4192-a145-53826fc41b48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porangahau Beach 5 min drive \- 4.0 miles - Central Hawkes Bay College 44 min drive \- 35.5 miles - Whangaehu Beach 45 min drive \- 14.6 miles - Central Hawkes Bay Settlers Museum 50 min drive \- 40.8 miles - Lime Rock Wines 56 min drive \- 46.0 miles ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!! pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!!? ### How much is parking at Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!!? ### What time is check-in at Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!!? ### What time is check-out at Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!!? ### Where is Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Whare Koa awaits to provide that relaxing ambience for you with all day sun!! Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 3 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Merv M. 22 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Est cabins in Porangahau Marvellously clean, well laid out and friendly. Good meals at the Duke and home made goodies at the dairy. ##### Merv M. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Ngaroimata R. 7 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Cabins @ Piri's Pa We liked our overnight stay. It was a pity we were not there longer so we could work out the quirks of the place. Putting a small table in the bathroom for your sruff would be good as well more information about check in. Very comfortable stay. ##### Ngaroimata R. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### geoff b. 3 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Nice stay Pretty good. Ablution block a bit unfinished. Room was great clean and functional ##### geoff b. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renee L. 6 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet peaceful stay Great place just what we needed, will be back ##### Renee L. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Karyn D. 16 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Volunteer community work Volunteer community garden was reason for stay. ##### Karyn D. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Christine L. 23 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, location #### Ok for a night’s stay These are adequate basic cabins but with booking fees are expensive for this type of accommodation. It’s not clear from the advertising but the toilet and bathroom are situated elsewhere on the site, as is the kitchen. All fine but the advertisement could by clearer about what’s available and the configuration of it all. ##### Christine L. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Lisa 8 Mar 2026 There was a few hiccups but all in all our stay was comfortable and the peace and quiet was worth the stay ##### Lisa Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026 ### 8/10 Good #### Dave 18 Nov 2025 ##### Dave Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Queenstown.h4412246.Hotel-Information) > - [The Dome Boutique Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Napier-Hotels-The-Dome.h4184686.Hotel-Information) > - [Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Omarama-Hotels-Heritage-Gateway-Hotel.h519242.Hotel-Information) > - [Falcons Nest](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromwell-Hotels-Falcons-Nest.h31053004.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) > - [Cardrona Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Cardrona-Hotel.h9629768.Hotel-Information) > - [Beachfront Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitianga-Hotels-Beachfront-Resort.h6960059.Hotel-Information) > - [Millbrook Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millbrook-Resort.h584862.Hotel-Information) > - [Hahei Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hahei-Hotels-Hahei-Holiday-Resort.h9869496.Hotel-Information) > - [Kinloch Wilderness Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kinloch-Wilderness-Retreat.h3848386.Hotel-Information) > - [Rosewood Matakauri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Matakauri-Lodge.h1097561.Hotel-Information) > - [The Sands Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Omapere-Hotels-The-Heads-Hokianga.h1217506.Hotel-Information) > - [The Amberley Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amberley-Hotels-The-Amberley-Hotel.h83782595.Hotel-Information) > - [Richmond Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Richmond-Holiday-Park.h29218591.Hotel-Information) > - [Parkview Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/National-Park-Village-Hotels-Parkview-Apartments.h32421560.Hotel-Information) > - [Kelly Rd Cambridge Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Kelly-Rd-Cambridge-Lodge.h17679551.Hotel-Information) > - [Porters Boutique Hotel & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Havelock-North-Hotels-Porters-Boutique-Hotel.h15965962.Hotel-Information) > - [Blue Ridge Studios and Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Blue-Ridge-Boutique-Bed-Breakfast.h9625233.Hotel-Information) > - [Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waitomo-Caves-Hotels-Waitomo-Caves-Guest-Lodge.h16121337.Hotel-Information) > - [Scenic Hotel Punakaiki](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Resort.h982476.Hotel-Information) > - [Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Napier-Hotels-Napier-Beach-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-And-Motels.h3808549.Hotel-Information) > - [Treetops Lodge & Estate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Treetops-Lodge-Estate.h912953.Hotel-Information) > - [Bayside Holiday Units](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitianga-Hotels-Bayside-Holiday-Units.h49101011.Hotel-Information) > - [Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.Hotel-Information) > - [Ramada Resort By Wyndham Rotorua Marama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Ramada-Resort-By-Wyndham-Rotorua-Marama.h3512184.Hotel-Information) > - [Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information) > - [Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hamilton-Hotels-Hidden-Lake-Hotel-And-Apartments.h29081973.Hotel-Information) > - [The Barn Cabins & Camp](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marahau-Hotels-The-Barn-Cabins-Camping.h15886153.Hotel-Information) > - [The Duke of Marlborough Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Russell-Hotels-The-Duke-Of-Marlborough-Hotel.h1038082.Hotel-Information) ---