Title: Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! 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 # Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! ## Photo gallery for Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library - Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90260000/90257500/90257446/c44b04c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library - Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90260000/90257500/90257446/21a9a3fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi - Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90260000/90257500/90257446/93d7527d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library - Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90260000/90257500/90257446/7961c742.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90260000/90257500/90257446/caf7b3f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Only 3 minutes from the beach, Whangamatā’s family-friendly bach offers spacious comfort for larger families or groups. Enjoy a seamless indoor-outdoor flow from the massive new deck to the brand-new beds, dining table and couches. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! A 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 living area bach with plenty of room for all the family. Perfectly set up for groups or larger families and only 3 min walk to the beach or 5 min to our famous surf club. We’re perfectly situated right between the estuary and town so no matter what you want to do you’re only a short distance from all of Whangamatā’s many amenities! Enjoy the great indoor/indoor flow from our massive new deck, brand new beds, TVs, dining table and couches. It's all set up and ready for you to enjoy. The 4 bedrooms are light and airy with bunks for the kids and doubles/queens and kings for the adults depending on the bedroom. \*Linen available upon request at an extra charge per person - please enquire at time of booking ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Optional golf privileges - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Seasonal outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42120000/42117500/42117458/14ee6080.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palm Pacific Resort and Motel Whangamata - 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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 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Located in Whangamata, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gilmour Reserve and Whangamata Beach, while Topadahil Studios and Waihi Arts Centre & Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. [Visit our Whangamata travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangamata.dx6141123) [View more Holiday homes in Whangamata](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangamata-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6141123-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-37.21889%2C175.88063&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CBDuHvHpA1UEIerWI0BgKdyNlB4=) Whangamata, Waikato ### What's nearby - ![Whangamata beach, North Island, New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 575043175; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108226/86b63bef-e87f-49fc-809c-f558c55dab36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Whangamata Beach 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Cathedral Cove Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108210/46325e4c-1118-4490-9022-13232c4bd8b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cathedral Cove 50 min drive \- 46.2 miles - Whenuakura Island 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Williamson Park 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Kotuku Reserve 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) 80 min drive ### Restaurants - Blackies Cafe 9 min walk - Port Road Project 3 min drive - Smokey Pallet 2 min drive - Palms 2 min drive - Camina 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach!? ### What time is check-in at Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach!? ### What time is check-out at Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach!? ### Where is Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fun for the family - 5 min walk from the beach! 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 10 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe C. 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous place for a holiday So much room for everyone and space for the kids, beautiful deck to lounge around on, a great time had by all :) ##### Zoe C. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara H. 27 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Had a wonderful stay at this beautiful little beachy Bach, a cosy home close to all the things! The host has all necessary items covered and was wonderful to deal with. ##### Tara H. Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna S. 28 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Home Fabulous location. Great deck for relaxing on and plenty of beds. Lovely and clean. We had a great time and will definitely be back. ##### Anna S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### clair k. 8 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family bach Great location . Clean, lots of beds and space for teenagers. Lovely sunny deck . ##### clair k. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Anna S. 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Home This is the second time we have stayed at this house. Another fabulous holiday with my family. This house is a 5 minute walk to the beach and well suited for families. ##### Anna S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emilie M. 13 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Bach House The property was the perfect size and location for a beach getaway. The house was spacious for a big group, with a nice indoor-outdoor area. It was only a few streets back from the beach so easy enough to walk. ##### Emilie M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Toni J. 12 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Brilliant location; great house The location was excellent- easy walk to front beach and main beach. Quiet area with friendly neighbours. The house was lovely and big. We had hot temps whilst staying and a couple of fans were needed. Communication with host was excellent. I missed that there were no photos of the kitchen in the listing and I missed that there was no dishwasher - but we coped! Would definitely stay again. ##### Toni J. Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kezia A. 5 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great short break Had a lovely few days here. The house worked perfectly for our two family group. Thanks ##### Kezia A. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie M. 25 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Friendly Spot! Love our visit to Whangamata and the property is great for chilling in with plenty of seating choices we wish we could have spent more time! Prob needs a fan or 2 upstairs as got a little hot but thats summer right. Thanks for the stay. ##### Jamie M. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorenzo R. 27 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Life's a beach It's a house that feels like a Bach, also has a sleeping arrangement that suits many situations. Relaxed feel and look forward to booking again in the future ##### Lorenzo R. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SUSAN H., Pokeno, New Zealand 19 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Weekend Away. As a large extended family group the house was perfect. There were plenty of beds and spaces for everyone to enjoy without being on top of each other. Awesome big deck to enjoy outside and a safe enclosed garden for the kids. Awesome location being close to the beach and Blackies Cafe. Shane was so helpful and great with communication. Highly recommend and we will be back! ##### SUSAN H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ---