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# Back to basics. Handy cottage close to beach.
Cottage in Kawhia with kitchen and patio
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Back to basics. Handy cottage close to beach. provides a garden and more.
## Reviews
10
Exceptional
### Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
## Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
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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.
### Back to basics. Handy cottage close to beach.
Cosy, 2 bdrm cottage, suit couple and/or small family. Open plan living with vinyl constantine doors on bedrooms. Spend time together doing the dishes or sprawling on the back lawn. Minutes walk to the beach. Parking available for boat. 4wd Beach boat ramp.
## Property amenities
### Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
### Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
### Dining
- Dining table
### Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
### Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
### Living spaces
- Dining table
### Entertainment
- TV
### Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Patio
### Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
### Pets
- No pets allowed
### Suitability/Accessibility
- No elevator
- Smoking not allowed
### 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
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## Policies
### Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20
### Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
### Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
### Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
### Pets
Pets not allowed
### Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children need to be supervised
### Events
No events allowed
### Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
## 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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
### We should mention
This property does not have elevators
### National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
## About the area
Kawhia is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kawhia Beach and Manu Bay Nature Reserve, while Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery and Raglan & District Museum are cultural highlights.
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Kawhia, Waikato Region
### What's nearby
- Maketu Marae \- 18 min drive \- 11.6 km
- Kawhia Beach \- 28 min drive \- 17.0 km
### Getting around
- Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 95 min drive
### Restaurants
- Sands of Kawhia - 17 min drive
- OpArau Ro - 22 min drive
- Kawhia Fish Shop - 17 min drive
- Fish & Chips - 17 min drive
- Annie's Cafe - 18 min drive
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## Reviews
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Shannyn W.
Jan 7, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space, nice & accessible.
##### Shannyn W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025