Title: Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home Cottage in Waimarama with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910200/37910118/fb289f6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910200/37910118/de73e275.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910200/37910118/ffcf5323.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910200/37910118/a642b3df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910200/37910118/dbd6ed6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Harper Haven, a spacious 4-bedroom Waimarama holiday home. Relax in the open-plan living area or on the deck, soak up the sun and enjoy easy dining while kids play in the yard. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home This spacious beach bach has a fantastic position only a few minutes stroll to the beach and local store. Harper Haven is a 4 bedroom Waimarama holiday home. This relaxed, homely haven is a great option for your Hawkes Bay adventure! This Waimarama holiday home includes spacious, open plan living, with a warm and welcoming set up. Chill out on the sofa with a good book, or relax on the deck, soak up the sun, and enjoy easy holiday dining while the kids play in the yard... Bedrooms 1 has a queen bed and bedroom 2 has a double, while bedroom 3 has 2 singles beds plus a port-a-cot, and bedroom 4 has 2 single beds plus a single bunk set - a simple option for families and friends! Complete with a family bathroom plus extra guest toilet for convenience. Stay on site and take in the chill holiday vibe, wander to the beach for days in the sand and surf, or head to the store for holiday supplies. For exploring further afield, Ocean Beach is less than a 20 minute drive away, and Napier is just a 40 minute drive... Welcome to your Harper Haven! Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45032300/45032250/bc36c0ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karoola - 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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 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 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 Harper Haven Waimarama Home Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home Waimarama Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home Private vacation home 597177 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-39.816814,176.99068&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7Ey%7EqFwngw%60%40%3FS%3FS%3FS%40U%40Q%3FU%40U%40Q%40UBS%40QBU%40QBUBQBUBQDUBODSDQBSDSFQDQDQFQFQDSFOFSFMHSFMFQHOFQHOHMHSHMHOJMHMJMHOJKHOLKJMHKJMLKJILMJKJKLILKLGLIJKLILGLINELGLILENELINELELCNCNELENCNALENCNCLAN%3FNANCN%3FN%3FL%3FNCNBN%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%40N%3FN%40NBNBL%40NDLBNDNDLBNBLDNDLHLDNDLHLFLDNHJFLHLJLHLFJJLHLJJJLLJHJJJLJJJLJJJLJLHNJLHLJLHNHLHRHLFNHPHNFPFLFRHLFRFNDRFPDPFPDPDPDRDRDPBRDNBTDPBT%40PBTBPBT%40P%40RBT%40P%3FT%40T%40P%3FT%40R%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FPAT%3FTAPAR%3FTAPCTATAPCRCRCRAPCTEPCTEPCPEPETEPEPERGPEPGPEPGPGPINGPGNGPINIPGLINIPINILKNIJKNILKNKJKJKNKJKJKJKJMJKLMJMFKJMHMFMLMFKHOFMDMHMHODMDMFOFMBODMBODODMBODM%40O%40OBOBO%3FM%40OBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%40OAM%3FO%3FO%3FOCOAO%3FMCOCOAMEOAOCMEOEOCMEMCOGMGOEMEMIMIOEMGMIMGKMMGMIMKMGKKKMMKKKMKKKIKKOMKIMKMIMKOIKKOIMIOIQIOIMGQIOGQGOIQGOGQGQEQGQGQEQESGQEQCUEQEQCQEUCQCUCQCSASCSAQCUAUAQAU%3FSAQAU%3FU%3FQ%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pcYhPXHT-JvfA5UD_XyFme48peQ=) Waimarama, Hawkes Bay #### What's nearby - Waimarama Beach \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Black Barn Vineyards \- 17 min drive \- 18.7 miles - Splash Planet \- 25 min drive \- 22.8 miles - Napier Beach \- 28 min drive \- 30.1 miles - Marine Parade \- 31 min drive \- 32.4 miles #### Getting around - Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 61 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Jarks Cafe - ‬6 min walk - ‪Jarks Seaside Cafe - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home? ### What time is check-in at Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home? ### What time is check-out at Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home? ### Where is Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews 9.2 ### Wonderful 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 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason D. 7 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location to chill in Waimarama, only a few minutes walk from the beach. Nice big kiwi bach, with plenty of beds and sofas to sprawl out on. ##### Jason D. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea C. 8 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homely bach Enjoyed our stay. Comfy, relaxingand homely ##### Andrea C. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Tracy S. 31 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything you could need We had a lovely stay at Harpers Haven. Very comfortable for children and adults. Nice big lounge area for the children to play. Would be absolutely lovely to stay in summer with the large deck. Beds were nice and comfy. Was a great long weekend away to unwind. ##### Tracy S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hadleigh P. 9 Jun 2018 #### Great place, slightly quirky layout and lots of beds and space - the infinity hot water, heaters and Great place, slightly quirky layout and lots of beds and space - the infinity hot water, heaters and electric blankets were appreciated for a winter stay. We were nice and warm. ##### Hadleigh P. ### 8/10 Good #### Sam C. 6 Oct 2024 ##### Sam C. 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