Title: Karoola - Waimarama Bach 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 # Karoola - Waimarama Bach Cottage in Waimarama with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Karoola - Waimarama Bach ![Living area - Karoola - Waimarama Bach (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45032300/45032250/bc36c0ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Karoola - Waimarama Bach (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45032300/45032250/817eed64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Karoola - Waimarama Bach (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45032300/45032250/c3c58792.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Karoola - Waimarama Bach (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45032300/45032250/6caed31a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Karoola - Waimarama Bach (Waimarama)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45032300/45032250/11b02ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Just moments from the beach, Karoola offers a classic kiwi bach experience with a retro twist. Relax in the sunny section or unwind on the deck and soak up cruisy beach vibes. A games room, BBQ patio, and 2 cabins provide endless fun for your group. ## Reviews 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 101722 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Karoola - Waimarama Bach Karoola is a 3 bedroom Waimarama bach with a games room, plus 2 cabins. This classic kiwi bach offers a retro beach escape, with a sunny and spacious section, plus views to the beach! Positioned just moments from the beach, this 2 storey Waimarama bach includes low key open plan living upstairs, with plenty of room for your group to relax. Chill out indoors with a view to the sea, or unwind on the deck and soak up the cruisy beach atmosphere! A games room in the garage will keep the crew happy during indoor days, or enjoy lazy holiday BBQ's on the patio while the kids play in the yard... Upstairs at this Waimarama accommodation, bedroom 1 has a double bed, while bedroom 2 has a queen bed. Downstairs, bedroom 3 has a double bed plus a single bunk set. The games room includes a single bunk set when required, and 2 separate cabins, cabin 1 has a double bed while cabin 2 is fitted with a double bed and a set of single bunks, providing additional sleeping for larger groups. This is the perfect option for a laid back, casual beach getaway for up to 10 guests - the spacious section is ideal for family games in the sun, plus you are just a hop, skip, and a jump from the beach for days in the sand and surf. For day trips, head up to Ocean Beach a 20 minute drive away, or visit Napier a 40 minute drive away. Kick back, relax, and enjoy a traditional kiwi bach stay at Karoola! 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 - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Balcony/patio - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,722 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90862500/90862486/5b99a788.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Busby Hill Villa - 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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 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 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 Vrbo Property Karoola Waimarama Bach Karoola - Waimarama Bach Waimarama 596061 Karoola - Waimarama Bach Private vacation home Karoola - Waimarama Bach Private vacation home Waimarama ## About the area Located in Waimarama, this cottage is near the beach. Birdwoods Gallery and Hawke's Bay Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Splash Planet and Amazing Maze 'n Maize. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [Visit our Waimarama travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waimarama.dx553248625843175842) [View more Cottages in Waimarama](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waimarama-Cottages.d553248625843175842-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-39.82061,176.99342&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:vq_rF%7B_hw%60%40%3FU%3FQ%3FU%3FU%40Q%40S%40U%40Q%40U%40UBQ%40SBSBSBQBUBQBUDQDQBQDUDQDQFSDQDQFQFQDQHQFOFQFOHQFOHQHMHOFSJMHMHOHKJOJMHOJKJKJOJKJKJMLIJKLMJKLGJKLILILKLGLILGLELINILELELGNGLCNENCLENELCNENANALCNCN%3FNANCL%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%3FNBN%40N%3FNBLBN%40N%40LDNBNDLBNDLDNBLFNFLDLDLHNHLDLFLHLFLJLHLHJJLFJJLLJJJHLLJJJJJNJJJJHNJLHNJJHNHLHLHRHNHLFPHNHPFNFPFNFPFPFPDPFPDPFRDPDPDTBPDPDPBTBPBTBPBRBR%40R%40PBT%40T%40P%40T%40R%40P%3FT%3FT%3FP%3FT%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FTAPATATAPARCTAPATCPCTCPCTCPCREPERCPEREREPGPEPGPEPGPGPGRGLGRGLIPINGPINILIRILINILKLILKNILKLKJKLKJKJMLKHKLMJKJMHKJMFMHMJMHMFMHMDOFMHMDMDOHMDODMBOFM%40ODOBMDO%40OBM%40OBO%3FO%40OBM%3FO%3FOBO%3FO%3FOCO%3FM%3FOCOAO%3FOCMAOCOAOEMCOEMEOCOCMEOEMIMEMEOIMGMEMIMGMIMKMIMGKKMIKKMKKMMIKMKKKKKMKKKMIMKOKMIMIMIOKMGSIMIOIQGOIQGMGSGMISEQGQGQEQEQGQEQESESCQESEQCSCQCUCQCUCQAUCQAUASAQAUAUAQ%3FU%3FU%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=y3nRpqYoZvPiEpqsHNPUw9YErsY=) Waimarama, Hawkes Bay ### What's nearby - Waimarama Beach \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Black Barn Vineyards \- 20 min drive \- 19.1 miles - Splash Planet \- 29 min drive \- 23.2 miles - Marine Parade \- 36 min drive \- 32.8 miles - Mission Estate Winery \- 40 min drive \- 33.4 miles ### Getting around - Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 66 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Jarks Seaside Cafe - ‬16 min walk - ‪Jarks Cafe - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Karoola - Waimarama Bach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Karoola - Waimarama Bach? ### What time is check-in at Karoola - Waimarama Bach? ### What time is check-out at Karoola - Waimarama Bach? ### Where is Karoola - Waimarama Bach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Karoola - Waimarama Bach Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Andi C. 30 Jan 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Waimarama Great location, very comfortable ##### Andi C. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### WILLIAM W. 8 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good place to stay for a large family/group This is a nice property, views are great and had everything you needed. Would recommend. ##### WILLIAM W. 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