Title: Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248625843175842&destination=Waimarama%2C+Hawke%27s+Bay+Region%2C+New+Zealand&selected=62672897&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) ## Photo gallery for Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) ![Terrace/patio - Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62680000/62672900/62672897/d49decd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62680000/62672900/62672897/2ea4f7c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62680000/62672900/62672897/abc7e6b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62680000/62672900/62672897/2866ae75.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62680000/62672900/62672897/21b930a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) You can now stay in the global award winning First Light House on a fabulous site overlooking the sweep of Waimarama Beach in Hawke’s Bay. This much awarded eco home, designed and built by University of Victoria architectural students, went on display in Wellington, then it was shipped to Washington to compete in an international competition where it won first place in engineering, second for architecture and third place overall . Now this sassy solar home of the future has been permanently sited on Lightning Ridge overlooking the white sands of Waimarama Beach, a thirty minute scenic drive from Havelock North in Hawke’s Bay. The house has amazing indoor – outdoor flow with more than 100 metres of decks overlooking the beautiful surf beach, with sweeping views down to Cape Kidnappers and out to sea to Bare Island, the location is special, perfect for such a special house. If you are looking for a holiday or short break in a green, clean and lovely bach, The First Light House is ready to take bookings. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Outdoor shower - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 10 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38326400/38326350/180-14a9771c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Didi's Place - right where you want to be and pet friendly too! 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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 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Bach or Holiday Home 1 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Bach or holiday home 1 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms (Sleeps 2) ## About the area Located in Waimarama, this holiday home is near the beach. Westerman's Building and Frimley Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wairunga Golf Course and Craggy Range. Splash Planet and Hawke's Bay Exhibition Centre are also worth visiting. [Visit our Waimarama travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waimarama.dx553248625843175842) [View more Holiday homes in Waimarama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waimarama-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248625843175842-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-39.82684%2C176.99466&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ge_mP4MRN3LqnTfo1eMMx62GwQI=) Waimarama, Hawke's Bay ### What's nearby - ![Napier Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2593/746ab549-adb3-4e7d-8abd-b0294c5d6ba6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Napier Beach 37 min drive \- 31.4 miles - ![Marine Parade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2593/dccbf15c-0bc1-4458-98c7-9d73e2c96e41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Marine Parade 40 min drive \- 33.6 miles - ![Mission Estate Winery](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108340/dd3e446c-766d-4a01-ae58-8f9e22c2e5c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mission Estate Winery 45 min drive \- 34.2 miles - Waimarama Beach 6 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Splash Planet 33 min drive \- 24.0 miles ### Getting around - Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) 68 min drive ### Restaurants - Jarks Seaside Cafe 3 min drive - Jarks Cafe 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2)? ### What time is check-in at Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2)? ### What time is check-out at Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2)? ### Where is Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) 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 52 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen R. 7 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Such a well designed place, with beautiful views and everything you could need for a relaxing holiday. ##### Helen R. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lachlan B. 27 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Spot Nice place to stay. Clean and tidy with an awesome view and seamless check-in process. ##### Lachlan B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick D. 19 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great private Holiday! Great, location and space. ##### Rick D. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue D. 16 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Truly wonderful!! This is a fantastic eco house with all the amenities you would need. The house is super cosy with breathtaking views of Hawke's Bay. Easy walk to Waimarama Beach which is beautiful and fun to walk along. Highly recommended. ##### Sue D. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel T. 13 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing hideaway Such a beautiful spot to escape to. Michelle and David are super hosts and the place is a brilliant place to relax and unwind. Amazing views, nice and private in a fantastic location. Can't wait to go again! ##### Daniel T. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vernette R. 11 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome view I must say the view was just awesome and calming. We noticed that we were in complete silence and we live rural so it was pleasantly bizzare that it was quieter than home. Easy access and enjoyed the beach walks which was 5 min walk. ##### Vernette R. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rick P. 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Space as great, very relaxing and sits on a lovely elevated aspect We enjoyed our time here, made for a much needed 3 day getaway with the doggos. Unfortunately the weather in Nov was a little variable so we couldn't quite make as much use of the outdoor facilities as we might have, but when the weather had a break the deck area was lovely. Still went for beach walks (albeit a bit wrapped up against the cool winds that weekend) - its really quick to walk to the beach. Would definitely stay again. ##### Rick P. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### maura f. 12 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway We came to Hawkes Bay for the Robbie Williams concert. It was good to get away from the crowds in Havelock North and Napier. Waimarama is a great spot, a really nice beach community. The house itself was well set up, but we did feel the heat at night time, I am sure we could have cooled it down a bit more if we tried. But a great stay. ##### maura f. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma R. 13 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### It was always on our Wishlist Thank you for sharing this stunning property . We have wanted to stay at First Light for a while and finally had the opportunity to book. The property doesnt fail to impress, the views are amazing and the bach is modern cozy and unique. The weather did fail us but we still really enjoyed our stay. Thank you so much. ##### Emma R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### karl c. 12 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing spot would highly recommend. ##### karl c. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joanna B. 23 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful, peaceful, private sanctuary in Waimarama - had a lovely restful weekend! ##### Joanna B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter 14 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication this place is astonishing ##### peter Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### shauna m. 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dream come true This house has been on my bucket list for years and it definitely lived up to expectations! Even with the cloudy weather, the views were great and the house had everything we could have needed for a relaxing few days! Would 100% stay again! ##### shauna m. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke S. 17 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Superb A great stay. Cool spot Thank you ##### Luke S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trysh M. 30 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it! We had a lovely stay; gorgeous bach, view, location and lovely communication! ##### Trysh M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### bimeson 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfection! Great abode, killer views! Wish we had more time! Thanks!!! ##### bimeson Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sacha P. 26 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### August 2023 Great place to stay and relax ##### Sacha P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin K. 27 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanks Impressive spot, beautiful views. ##### Kevin K. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul and Sarah A. 3 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A delightful retreat from the city… This is a unique property, well worth visiting. We spent four nights here and had a delightful stay. Four seasons in one day weather was no problem, with plenty to do inside and out. Definitely recommend. Hosts were very responsive to communications, and everything was easy to navigate. ##### Paul and Sarah A. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Noel M. 30 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Just as described, really liked that there were lots of choices sit outside, in or out of the sun or wind. Local store has a very small selection but great takeaway and ice cream - closed Mon-Tues. ##### Noel M. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Dean H. 26 Sept 2025 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication Some amenities not available and not told before, hottub bbq. Parts not cleaned but most was.A relaxing old bach with cool sea view, Owner said shop closed early in afternoons but unfortunately for us that was wrong the shop had sign saying it was closed for another week, so so disappointed as went for weekend at beach with fish and chips on the beach and bbq, if we knew they both weren't available we would have gone a different week, But the view out to sea over the houses in front is great and altho your back away from the beach up near the top of the hill the sound of the beach at the bach is like you are close and its very soothing and relaxing just laying on the deck listening to the surf, I waited years to go to this bach just wish it had been cleaned a bit more and been ready to use, really missed having BBQ like our last visit maybe its a new owner but even the electric jug had bare wires, some cutlery and pans had been put away unwashed too. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dec3558c-36c5-482b-a8af-658e0ccbdb1b-1758847408257.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d58e16d9-dc06-46f1-b225-d99b23d8a24f-1758847500877.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f5528c36-ca64-4cae-8ab6-4cdd9dbbbab8-1758847532868.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e3d8d5b1-c03e-4615-857e-8bbcb678bbb6-1758848100882.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Dean H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### kelvin 5 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication It’s the first place we ever stayed that never had breakfast stuff to eat , But it’s certainly the first and only place iv ever stayed in our life and we stay at hundreds of places that never even had MILK ??? So we could not even have a Coffee the first next morning we were there that was certainly a downer,☹️ ##### kelvin Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darren E. 11 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private and Peaceful Superb location to relax and reconnect ##### Darren E. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### jan h. 29 Nov 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### peaceful really lovely tranquil situation with all needed for timeout stay. ##### jan h. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine P. 25 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Great spot with gorgeous views. Everything you need to relax and unwind. ##### Catherine P. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ---