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Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen

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A beach with clear water, a rocky shoreline, and a forested area in the background. - Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen (Tamaterau)
A gravel path with wooden steps leading through a wooded area. - Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen (Tamaterau)
A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser with a mirror, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea. - Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen (Tamaterau)
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchen with a refrigerator and a clock, and a view through a window. - Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen (Tamaterau)
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Escape to a seaside haven with a unique Kiwiana vibe, where the comforts of home meet the tranquility of nature. Unwind in the stylishly renovated bach, featuring an indoor-outdoor flow that connects you to a charming orchard and 180 steps from a swimming beach via our rambling path in native bush.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4732 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen

  • A seaside private holiday apartment in a citrus orchard setting. Enjoy the Kiwiana vibe in a private corner of our unique home. Featuring a large patio for all cooking on BBQ and hobs.

    There is a beach at the boundary, only 20 meters away via our rambling path in a native bush setting. 140 steps down to the beach.

    We have limited spots for our guests to join us for a dinner party and garden tour for $28 each! Choose vegetarian, chicken, or beef dinners. Message to check availability and menu options.

    The space
    Relax in this fully self-contained, three-room apartment featuring a spacious bedroom, a private bathroom, and a comfortable living area. Inside, the living room includes a convenient kitchenette for food prep, along with a sleeping nook that can be screened off if you prefer.

    Step out onto the covered patio to enjoy your private outdoor kitchen, fully equipped with a gas BBQ, electric hob, pots, pans, and all necessary cooking utensils. The apartment also features its own dedicated hot water cylinder.

    We are harbourside in a semi-rural, subtropical, garden and forest setting.

    Guest access
    Enjoy the exclusive use of Salt Haven's apartment, including the patio and outdoor kitchen. The orchard at your doorstep and the path to the beach are also at your disposal. However, the upper garden and main house are by invitation only. The onsite parking and driveway link to the apartment with good lighting and level access. Feel free to come and go at any time, but please be mindful of noise levels at night.

    Guest access:

    Enjoy the exclusive use of the guest studio. Take advantage of the households path to the beach and citrus orchard. However, the upper garden and main house are out of bounds. The onsite parking links to the suite with good lighting and level access. Feel free to come and go anytime but be mindful of noise at night.

    Other things to note:

    ALL COOKING IN THE OUTDOOR KITCHEN

    The beach is an unpatrolled public beach. Reef shoes are recommended. The best swimming is within 2 hrs of high tide.

    Good shore fishing.

    No daily maid service. Linen change and cleaning by negotiation.

    A starter pantry including hot drinks, cooking oil, seasoning, and snacks is included with each stay.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

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 steps to reach entrance
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Single level property
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 732 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off heaters and fans Turn off BBQ gas at the bottle
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

All cooking on the BBQ and electric hob on the Veranda.
The main house and garage are out of bounds.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not fenced, forest covered bank to water

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 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 Tamaterau, this apartment is on the beach. Claphams Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou and Reyburn House. Old Library Arts Centre and Hundertwasser Art Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Tamaterau travel guide
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Tamaterau, Northland

What's nearby

  • A marina with several sailboats docked, a small bridge, and a restaurant named "Nevo's Restaurant & Bar" with a red roof.
    Town Basin Marina
    32 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • A waterfall cascading into a river surrounded by dense forest.
    Whangarei Falls
    40 min drive - 17.2 miles
  • beach near Manganese Point
    8 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • beach near Jacksons Bay
    9 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Ruakaka Beach
    56 min drive - 35.3 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Smith & Local
    9 min drive
  • Parua Bay Tavern
    6 min drive
  • Acropolis
    19 min drive
  • Happytown Chinese Takeaway
    10 min drive
  • Onerahi Bakery
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen located?

Nestled on the beach, this Tamaterau apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mt Manaia, Mcleod Bay and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou. Northland Event Centre and Claphams Clock Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Seaside Holiday Apt Outdoor Summer Kitchen 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Well enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eddie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great location and lovely bach. We will definitely return in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly hosts, communication was great. Perfect getaway, with a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed the stunning views and the easy come and go nature of the property. A true home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Xxx L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to stay

Very nice place to stay, lovely outlook, clean and well appointed. Perfect for requirements!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great seclusion and facilities, including private beach access

Easy to find, secluded, quiet and with a view. Great cooking and washing facilities, g which is great for a travelling family. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nanette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully Situated

Loved this stay, beautiful view. Clean and comfortable. Felt like home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect base for us. The place was a great size for the four of us, everything we needed. Great location for being close to Whangārei town but also easy access to the heads for exploring, walks and swims. Place was clean and fresh. Nice space to spend sone time. We plan to be back sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Typical bach, basic but all is there. 1 Bedroom, the other 3 beds are in the living room/kitchen area. Cooking is outside. Beach is only reachable via steep stairs and not visible from terrace. Nice people!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

weekend break

very comfortable, beautiful location, thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siupolu

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really quiet and peaceful, loved the private access to the beach…quite a workout though on the climb back up 😁
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Just a greatbplacebthevoutdoor cooking was great. Location brilliantThe beach is a littlle walk andvdegintkey need sandels or reef shoes. Somevcaution is needed as the current is strong so be aware also a lot of rocks. Overall a cool place we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really special spot with stunning views and a private beach! Lovely hosts and a really comfortable, clean accommodation. We will be back. Thanks : )
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yangchen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect space for small family

Easy to locate and have a stunning view. Clean and tidy house. Netflix was a bonus as we could enjoy our series. Overall enjoyed our stay ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coastal retreat

Fab location to explore the Whangārei area from. So peaceful but in close proximity to shops if needed. Very comfy beds. Clean andTidy. Appreciated the little touches like milk, tea, coffee, cooking oil, salt & pepper etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rowan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and close to the beach

We really enjoyed the accomodation out of the hustle and bustle of town. A well set up self contained unit under main house with a decent amount of space to spread out inside and lovely garden surrounds. The hosts were great. It's only a short walk down to the coast through the forest.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dax T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

Janice was very helpful. Love the place. Kids feel safe and enjoyed the board games at night. Beach was clean and very calm.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cheryl f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise but don’t tell anyone

Ocean Beach is a must. Perfect weekend getaway. The accomodation is 5*. The little touches are just above and beyond. Even a Nespresso coffee machine!We would love to stay again.My only suggestion for cleaning was dust, but the bathroom was spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two night's sleep

Private basement apartment. Very clean and fresh and comfortable. Friendly welcoming hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arlo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Amazing location and Janice is a great host. The beach access takes you to a secluded section of beach, the path is pretty steep in places so it wouldn't be easy to navigate with mobility issues but otherwise it's not very far and very convenient. The accommodation itself was modern and tidy and the beds are comfortable. There is also a dog named Rosie who is very cute! Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Peta J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice secluded spot

The property was at the back and underneath the main family house, whereas we had assumed from the photos that it was a stand-alone bach. It was quite basic with an outdoor cooking area (which didn't bother us because we weren't cooking there) but might if you stayed any length of time. The veranda, garden and views were lovely, and the host kind and friendly. A little overpriced for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful part of the country. Noisier than expected from children in the main house above. Slow to heat up. Easy access to walking tracks and beaches. Close to city with it's cafes and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catriona E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Views and relaxing

We had a wonderful week at this little batch. Our teen son enjoyed the space in the living room to claim as his own and we enjoyed the private large master bedroom with breathtaking views. I read another comment describing it as a basement flat and this was helpful as I knew it wasn’t detached and we were prepared for main house sounds (just the occasional walking up and down stairs). It was so peaceful, loved picking the fruit, walk to the beach or a quick drive to any of the other many stunning beaches. Full sized fridge so we stocked up in town and cooked up of a night and ate out on the deck. It’s the most relaxed I’ve ever seen our son (very much a home body) on holidays. Thanks so much for a wonderful week.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gregor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Lookout over the Bay

I travelled with my granddaughter and we stayed 10 days in Janice' wonderful and well-equipped apartment (1 separate bedroom. The unit sleeps for all in all). The kitchen was stuffed with almost everything necessary and it was a great experience to all cooking outside on the shaded veranda (induction cooker and gas grill).Janice and her family gave us a very warm welcome. She herself is very attentive. There is only 1 negative fact to mention: The very steep path down to the beach. For me, unfortunuately rather old and handicapped, it was undoable and I had to let the pleasure to go swimming in the bay to the younger ones Thank you Janice and Derek. Gregor and Johanna
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property in a great location and Janice and Derek were super hosts attentive but never in the way,
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2026