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Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep

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Escape to a serene beach with expansive sand and rolling dunes, surrounded by calm waters and distant hills.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island and stainless steel appliances.
Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with a central island, oven, and stainless steel refrigerator.
Relax in a serene backyard with a well-maintained lawn and small pond, featuring a covered patio area.
Stylish building with a clean design, featuring a pathway and potted plants leading to the entrance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102153 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep

This is truely a peaceful place to enjoy your holiday time with family and friends.
A home that is well equipped to accommodate two families (up to 10) comfortably and extra space for more people as required.
A thoughtful layout and fantastic socialising area with indoor / outdoor flow to the estuary waterfront ensures your time staying is easy and enjoyable.
Patios on all sides of the house enable you to enjoy the sun throughout the day.
The garage is fully insulated and carpeted to add an additional sleeping area as agreed. At the end of the property the kids can play in the sand, the park and swings, or you can take out the kayak or paddle board (outside hot/cold shower for convenient cleanup after the beach), a short walk around the waterfront to the main beach, or take in many of the local attractions.
***The three week Christmas / New Year holiday period is booked in three slots of 7 days. All other holiday periods have minimum night stays. Please enquire for your dates.***
*Fibre broadband with Netflix Guest Account.
*Pet friendly with prior approval-guest to pay for any damages.
*Some life jackets are supplied. Guests must supply their own life jackets that fit to their size.
*Like us on Facebook - @CooksEstuaryEscape
Extras and fees - enquire for pricing: Cleaning (Required and added to the booking); Linen (Bed sheets provided - Towels BYO); Overdue payment; Additional guest (including in some instances day guests): Late check-out; Damages; Fees may be applied if guests partake without prior arrangement.

Property manager

CooksEstuaryEscape

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please pickup pets' waste ie neighbours property.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Baby cot, porta high chair, pushchair available.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Event numbers limited to meet council toilet rules
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cooks Estuary Escape Waterfront at Your Doorstep

About the area

Map
Cooks Beach

What's nearby

  • Cooks Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shakespeare Cliff Lookout - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 10 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Hahei Beach - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 30 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The French Fig - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Beach Takeaway - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪The Church Accommodation - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep on Jul 15, 2025 start from CA $292.05, 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 for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep located?

Nestled on the beach, this Cooks Beach vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Purangi Regional Reserve and Cooks Beach. Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve and Captain Cook's Memorial are also within 15 minutes.

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Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 188 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Loved watching the sun rise over the estuary, and had fun in the kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Clean comfortable family home, large kitchen suitable for multiple cooks, comfortable beds, great location close to playgrounds and beach. Good communication from hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great house with amazing location. Loved having the option of kayak, paddle board even shovels for Hot Water beach. Worked well for our family. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We had a great stay here. Fantastic location to nearby hotspots whitianga, hahei, hot water beach. Host Tracey is super helpful and responsive. Home is very well equipped (bring own bath towels and toiletries) with peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Loved our stay, in a great location and so peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10

This was a great property, very clean and tidy. Great location and amazing outdoor space for kids to run around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Property is in a perfect location and would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in cooks beach. Great size house for larger groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Fantastic location, beautiful outlook and perfect for the children to enjoy the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

Great house for families to stay in. Lots of space and good set up. So nice looking out onto the estuary!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Had
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

We loved this house! The canoeing just outside the back door was terrific!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

8/10

Beautiful views, very relaxing and quiet location. The house is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Great place to stay. Property was clean with a great aspect - very relaxing and suited our needs perfectly! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

Great property - very clean, easy living with our three little kids. Easy access to the beach and the bach is well equipped with toys - kayaking down the estuary was lots of fun!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

This property was the perfect location for our weekend away. Fully equipped including a large variety of board games and books. Hosts had great communication with us. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

We loved all of it. Great house in supreme location. Perfect for family of 5 + 1 young dog. Lots of swimming, walking, paddling and cooking together:)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

It was fantastic! Everyone loved it and had a great time. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely estuary home. The views were beautiful, beds were comfortable and we appreciated the pet-friendly policy. As a baker, I'd suggest adding a hand mixer or egg beater, and kitchen scales with working batteries. Small shower gels would be a nice touch, as they're common in similar accommodations. The riverstone path at the entrance is a bit challenging for elderly guests. Despite these minor points, our stay was delightful and we'd recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Beautiful spot.Everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

This is an amazing property, and Tracey made sure we were incredibly well looked after. Can't recommend enough
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Lovely holiday, awesome waterfront location with a playground 2 mins away. Thanks Tracey for all your help
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

This Estuary Escape property was fabulous for our family of 8, reunion. The location is beautiful, the house was so comfortable for us all. The extra water spot gear appreciates, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Tracey was a wonderful host and she took a huge chance on a group of young adults. She made us feel right at home and would answer any questions we asked.We had an amazing stay because of the house's perfect location. I would highly recommend this house to anybody who wants some time away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10

It was excellent. The property itself was clean and well stocked. The location on shore was beautiful. We have a minor issue with the Bbq but that was rectified by the owners. All in all an excellent property to rent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

We enjoyed our time on the estuary end of Cooks Beach. It’s a lovely safe place for the kids to play and swim. We loved the kayaks and paddle board. The view was beautiful and the neighborhood was quiet. It was a lovely, modern, quiet home with fans available for every room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021