Title: Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635926198214&destination=Riversdale%2C+Greater+Wellington%2C+New+Zealand&selected=37965837&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two ## Photo gallery for Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers - Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two (Riversdale Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37965900/37965837/b3858f56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Golf - Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two (Riversdale Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37965900/37965837/0fe004d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two (Riversdale Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37965900/37965837/cdab52de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two (Riversdale Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37965900/37965837/f7aca0ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two (Riversdale Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37965900/37965837/920ece60.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welly McClellys Beach Bach is a haven for families, located just minutes from the beach, golf course, and tennis courts. Unwind in the spacious backyard with plenty of room for outdoor games or enjoy breakfast on the sunny deck. With amenities like barbecue facilities and kids' boogie boards, this bach offers an old-school charm perfect for relaxation. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Fireplace £163 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar ## 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. ### Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two Very sunny private backyard, the morning sun streams in for a sunny breakfast on the deck. Loads of room in the backyard. It is important to us that all surfaces are cleaned thoroughly after each visit. Perfect location, being only a few minutes walk to the beach, golf course, tennis courts & shop. Great for 1 or 2 large families, with separate areas for both, or put the teenagers in the sleepout. Plenty of room for cricket, volleyball or a game of soccer on the huge lawn. The house has three bedrooms and the sleep-out has a queen bed and two singles, including its own bathroom, with toilet and shower. The house is still in the 1950's original style, so don't expect modern. Welly McClellys Beach Bach is ideal for children with the reserve next door which has a skate ramp, basketball hoops, cricket pitch & swings . Relax and enjoy the taste of the good ol’ days! Walk to the beach, 9 hole golf course, shop, reserve with playground and tennis court. It is a great beach to explore, swim, surf, fish, and to collect paua and crayfish. What’s available at the house? · Golf clubs · Tennis rackets · Two volley rackets · One bike - great biking at Riversdale · kids boogie boards · Games, books and puzzles · CD’s – movies for families · Barbecue Riversdale Beach is an idyllic holiday location located approximately 2 hours from Wellington and Palmerston North. Riversdale Beach has an unenviable climate with generally warm temperatures and vast amounts of sun. No teenage groups or parties at this property. Under Kiwi bach traditions you are expected to clean the house and do the dishes before you leave, ready for other guest to enjoy. Reminder please bring your own linen (tea towels, sheets, duvet covers, pillow cases & towels). ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Deck/patio - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Bodyboard - Golf - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - 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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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Riversdale, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. Castlepoint Rock and Castlepoint Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Basil Bodle Reserve and Riversdale Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Riversdale travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Riversdale.dx553248635926198214) [View more Holiday homes in Riversdale](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Riversdale-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248635926198214-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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-41.08846%2C176.07155&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DG1IcnN1Y2zTaNJIQEZq_C4oPlE=) Riversdale Beach, Wairarapa ### What's nearby - Basil Bodle Reserve 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Riversdale Beach 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Karaka Reserve 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Riversdale Beach Golf Course 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Riversdale Southern Reserve 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile ### Restaurants - Riversdale Gulf Club 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. 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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 37 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanine C. 2 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location The house was clean and warm .Lots of space for five adults . ##### Jeanine C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah L. 27 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family stay Really enjoyed our stay at Riversdale Beach beach. The Bach was great with plenty of space for a family gathering, easy access to the beach, local shop and reserve 😊 ##### Sarah L. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brooke H. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely long weekend stay Lovely property with all the basic amenities you need, perfect for a long weekend escape from the city. Host is super kind and responsive :) ##### Brooke H. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terry C. 21 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A relaxing and peaceful stay The house has provided us a comfy and stylish place during a road trip. Katrina is always reachable and helpful to our requests and queries. ##### Terry C. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tra H. 13 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Riversdale Great property for a family. Great host. Highly recommend. ##### Tra H. Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny S. 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A SLICE OF BEECH Loved staying. So charming and loved the window seats. Walking on the beech was endless in both directions. 10/10\. ##### Jenny S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris F. 16 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great holiday Great holiday. Weather wasn’t the best lots of wind. But there were games and dvds for the kids to be kept busy. ##### Chris F. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teenah H. 30 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas 2023 We aged 80+ to 5 year old stayed for Christmas and had a fabulous time. Great location. Bach suited us well lots of sitting places and outside living great. We'd all love to go back again. Katrina very helpful host. ##### Teenah H. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### catherine i. 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### a proper bach! Lovely old bach and we enjoyed our stay thank-you. No dishwasher as is expected in a bach but we did have to wash our glasses and some of the cutlery and plates prior to use as they were greasy. Minor problem. Lovely sunny spot and great access to the beach, shop, playground, tennis and golf course. ##### catherine i. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Mandy S. 21 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our host was very welcoming and we had a great time. The kids enjoyed staying in the sleep out. ##### Mandy S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew S. 30 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning weekend get awayb Perfect spot to go with a good bunch mates ##### Andrew S. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Rob G. 13 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Group Stay Excellent for a group of Motorcycling Men ##### Rob G. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hunter H. 7 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Riversdale Lovely family stay at Riversdale. ##### Hunter H. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark H. 18 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyable stay at Riversdale Beach We very much enjoyed our short stay at the beach property. The house is spacious, warm, and elegantly appointed. In our dealings with Katrina, we found her very prompt and understanding. ##### Mark H. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendy W. 11 Dec 2018 #### Great retreat for the beach We had a great weekend away at Welly McClellys Bach. Lucky to have nice weather and waves at the beach. Great location and an easy walk from the bach to the beach or shop for supplies. Kids made great use of the bikes. The bach had everything we needed. Really looking forward to returning in January as this weekend went by too fast! ##### Wendy W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Cate R. 25 Feb 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy #### Nice wee spot Great location In future the fact that there are no sheets and towels at the house should be noted on the website when looking at places to stay. Thank you for providing these for us though. The water shortage is an issue as the tank was extremely low when we arrived. Thank you ##### Cate R. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew M. 25 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Labour weekend 2022 Another great break at this holiday house. House was clean, stocked with firewood etc…owner easy to deal with, highly recommend this place. ##### Andrew M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna C. 21 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent spot for a relaxing weekend Great relaxing bach. All the essentials, without the luxury bits that make you uncomfortable in case you make a mark. This is the ultimate get there & switch off bach. ##### Anna C. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hermione K. 25 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great! Really loved the property, and was perfect for what we needed! ##### Hermione K. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike G. 29 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Teambuilding weekend Fantastic spot! Everything we needed. The only blemish was the main bathroom shower, which was very weak, but in the overall scheme of things, that wasn't much of an issue. Absolutely loved the place and will hopefully return one day. ##### Mike G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kurt M. 3 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place, second time staying Great and fast email responses and communication, Great batch with everything you need ##### Kurt M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Scott W. 29 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy and safe for kids Great little bach to stay especially with small children, safe house and neighborhood. Easy communication and instructions with owner. Thanks so much. ##### Scott W. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Brooke Sean S. 21 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Easter Fun ##### Brooke Sean S. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew M. 19 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Riversdale Easter Cool place with a nice family feel. Great spot near the park and sheltered back yard for relaxing in the sun. ##### Andrew M. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### suzanne w. 17 Mar 2022 #### nice and qiute nice ##### suzanne w. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ---