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# MOKAU 'Number One'
Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
1 Briscoe st Awakino
Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio
- Overview
- Amenities
- Policies
- Location
Escape to Awakino, a tranquil coastal town near Mokau. This charming Bach offers full-size kitchen and lounge spaces for relaxation and entertainment. Enjoy the convenience of separate laundry, toilet room, and shower room facilities.
9.8
Exceptional
### Entire home
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
## Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Outdoor space
## Add dates for prices
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## About this property
### Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
### MOKAU 'Number One'
Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
1 Briscoe st Awakino
MOKAU
Awakino is 5minutes from Mokau, 1minute walk to Awakino River, and the Hotel across the road which has delicious meals. 2minute drive to the stunning beach for a swim and a fish. For many years Awakino has lacked in cellphone reception HOWEVER, now the small coastal town has full reception for Vodafone, Spark mobile and 2 degrees, Come and enjoy a family holiday at the beach or have a crack at some Whitebaiting, This Bach offers relaxation
Full size kitchen and lounge
4 bedrooms with 2 being semi attached
Laundry
Toilet room Separate from shower room
## Property amenities
### Beach
- Beach nearby
### Internet
- Available in the house: Internet access
### Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
### Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
### Dining
- Dining table
### Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
### Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
### Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
### Entertainment
- TV
### Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Patio
### Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
### Comfort
- Heating
### Pets
- No pets allowed
### Suitability/Accessibility
- Designated smoking areas
- Note from host: Smoke butts in sand bucket please
### Location highlights
- Near the sea
- On a river
### Things to do
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Windsurfing 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)
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## Policies
### Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
### Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
### Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
### Pets
Pets not allowed
### Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
### Events
No events allowed
### Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoke butts in sand bucket please
## Important information
### You need to know
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Awakino, Waikato
#### What's nearby
- The Three Sisters - 19 min drive - 26.7 km
- Tongapurtu Sea Cave - 24 min drive - 27.5 km
- Mike's Brewery - 45 min drive - 66.6 km
- Yandle Park - 50 min drive - 73.4 km
- Urenui Golf Club - 51 min drive - 71.9 km
#### Restaurants
- River Run Cafe - 4 min drive
- Awakino Hotel - 1 min walk
- Whitebait Inn Mokau - 4 min drive
## Frequently asked questions
### Is MOKAU 'Number One'
Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
1 Briscoe st Awakino pet-friendly?
> No, pets are not allowed at this property.
### How much does it cost to stay at MOKAU 'Number One'
Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
1 Briscoe st Awakino?
> As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MOKAU 'Number One'
> Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
> 1 Briscoe st Awakino on Oct 30, 2025 start from CA $100.33, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Awakino-Hotels-Quiet-Coastal-Bach.h73778896.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices.
### What time is check-in at MOKAU 'Number One'
Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
1 Briscoe st Awakino?
> Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
### What time is check-out at MOKAU 'Number One'
Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
1 Briscoe st Awakino?
> Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
### Where is MOKAU 'Number One'
Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
1 Briscoe st Awakino located?
> Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from The Three Sisters and within 25 mi (40 km) of Tongapurtu Sea Cave and Tainui Historical Society Museum.
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## MOKAU 'Number One'
Bach situated 5 minutes drive from Mokau
1 Briscoe st Awakino Reviews
9.8
### Exceptional
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10 - Excellent
113
8 - Good
18
6 - Okay
0
4 - Poor
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2 - Terrible
0
### 9.8/10
Cleanliness
### 8.6/10
Amenities
### 8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
### 8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Pip
Mar 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay, very clean and comfortable Liked sitting on the deck and river is a short walk away.
##### Pip
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Thomas S.
Jun 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great batch.. perfect for a stop over while traveling South with the family. Everything was there for a comfy stay and great location to the Awakino pub for a nice meal.Will definitely stay again on next trip down the coast.Thanks Jenny
##### Thomas S.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Ruby B.
Jun 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Lovely, warm, home away from home
It was a lovely stay, thank you so much. Snuggley warm with the fire going and lots of warm blankets to keep us warm at night. And even lovely home baked cookies with a cuppa, thank you
##### Ruby B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
### 8/10 Good
#### Ted C.
May 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Very roomy and very clean
Very comfortable fluffy sheets and pillows
##### Ted C.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Gareth B.
Apr 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Comfy
Lovely stay. Perfect for our needs
##### Gareth B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Te Amo C.
Feb 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Excellent location & hospitality
Excellent location, friendly host and very easy to work with. Well priced for what you get. We enjoyed our stay very much.
##### Te Amo C.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Maria W.
Mar 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Wonderful stay
Was perfect for our overnight stay. Warm, clean and cosy. Would love to stay again and explore the area. Delicious dinner at the pub across the road.
##### Maria W.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
### 8/10 Good
#### Jo
Jan 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great size for our family!
##### Jo
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Dawn L.
Feb 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Perfect location
Lovely spot just out of Mokau, Awakino river within a stones throw! Very comfortable and spacious, definitely will stay again
##### Dawn L.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Chanelle S.
Apr 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### A lovely kiwi bach
Loved this bach, it's so comfy, warm, spacious and you had everything you needed. Thanks for sharing a lovely slice of paradise will be back again soon
##### Chanelle S.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Croyden G.
Jan 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Great place
Loved the space with a large lounge, easy parking and very homely feel. Close to Mokau & the three sisters.Would happily return again.
##### Croyden G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
### 8/10 Good
#### Donna E.
Feb 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Awakino Huritau
Very nice stay, everything we needed was there and more.
##### Donna E.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Garry B.
Feb 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Good for fishing trips
Clean, roomy house with lots of parking.
##### Garry B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Raylene F.
Nov 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Family Retreat
Perfect amount of space for the family to stay
##### Raylene F.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Kayla L.
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### A night away
Lovely, tidy batch with everything we needed for our get away. Highly recommend.
##### Kayla L.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Toni H.
Apr 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Beach Bach charm
Awesome ole world bach, everything there you need, lots of hot water, plenty of towels & blankets & comfortable beds,. Reminds you of your childhood bach beach holidays at the grandparents.
##### Toni H.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Paul
Mar 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice people to deal with
##### Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Aaron H.
Jan 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Great little place to have some quiet time
Had all the homely comforts you would expect when travelling away from home.
##### Aaron H.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Michelle D.
Feb 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Awakino house
Relaxing close to Mokau beach very tidy premises. Everything we needed and more
##### Michelle D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Finbar M.
Apr 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Nice n quiet, close to beach
Great stay, had a really good feed over at the pub which was over the road
##### Finbar M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Lisa P.
Oct 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Quick night away
Stayed here with a group of friends and had an awesome time. The house was well set up, great location, clean and Jenny was a great host that even provided us with some home baking. Would definitely stay again.
##### Lisa P.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Selena E.
Jan 21, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### great
had a great time, was spacious so we all had plenty of room. Nice and central to exore some great scenery
##### Selena E.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Tanya D., OAKURA NEW PLYMOUTH
Mar 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Enjoyed our stay in Awakino
Great location, everything you need
##### Tanya D.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
### 8/10 Good
#### Amanda L.
Jan 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Homely
Great stay, nice having herbs in pots and the deck and lawn for yoga practices
##### Amanda L.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Rachel B.
Mar 31, 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Exactly as advertised
Perfect location, very close to the beautiful Awakino black sand beach. We were slightly confused on arrival thinking we only had bedroom #1 but quickly realized that was just one of the extra bedrooms of the whole property.
##### Rachel B.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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