Title: The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer Vacation home in Kawhia with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76220000/76216400/76216375/8b771e5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76220000/76216400/76216375/2f99cdd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76220000/76216400/76216375/db54f2c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76220000/76216400/76216375/009453d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76220000/76216400/76216375/b41a105c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer Enjoy the newly renovated Kakariki Cottage and all the modern amenities you need to make this your home away from home. The main bedroom boasts beautiful harbour views with a ranch slider leading straight on to the deck. Sleep comfortably in the queen size bed and relax with your morning drink looking out to the ocean. The second bedroom has a bunk bed, consisting of a queen-sized bed on the bottom and a single on the top, great for the kids or another couple. The deck is expansive and has an outdoor table and BBQ perfect for summer and autumn evening dinners. On cooler nights, enjoy snuggling in on the couch and turning on the heat pump, switching on the smart tv for your viewing pleasure. The kitchen has all the mod cons you need including an induction cooktop, oven, full sized fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The bathroom contains the shower and toilet as well as the washing machine, everything you need for your stay. The beach front is a short 5-minute walk, where you can enjoy the playground, surfcasting and safe swimming. The boat launch is a short drive to the mussel farm. Kawhia is a 15-minute drive where you will find a dairy, fish and chips and a pub. Oparau Store is a 20-minute drive away which supplies fuel, basic food and household items as well as takeaways. At low tide enjoy the hot pools on Kawhia ocean beach, easily accessible from Kawhia or by 4WD from Aotea. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Motor boating nearby - Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37984400/37984382/a1613e77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Monty's self-contained unit Kawhia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 133 reviews CA $111 CA $153 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=37984382&PinnedHotelID=37984382&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38010000/38005100/38005051/ea15e8d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous, comfortable holiday house Kawhia - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 136 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=38005051&PinnedHotelID=38005051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37948300/37948232/d872ba47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning secluded beach-front studio home Aotea - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 540 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=37948232&PinnedHotelID=37948232&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99770000/99769300/99769291/84d54d3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Aotea bach with sea views Kawhia - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=99769291&PinnedHotelID=99769291&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38020000/38016800/38016758/36f7e280.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### House with stunning rural and sea views Kawhia - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Microwave 9.6 Exceptional 131 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=38016758&PinnedHotelID=38016758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29485100/29485038/82ce6f20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aotea Retreat. 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Raglan - Ocean view - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews CA $119 CA $162 total includes taxes & fees Nov 27 - Nov 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=114199687&PinnedHotelID=114199687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether 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 ![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-38.01032%2C174.82053&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fJa5KIwh7TIg8DjXZuWdI3wu66Q=) Aotea, Kawhia, Waikato #### What's nearby - Maketu Marae - 18 min drive - 11.2 km #### Getting around - Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 75 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪OpArau Ro - ‬22 min drive - ‪Kawhia Fish Shop - ‬17 min drive - ‪Fish & Chips - ‬17 min drive - ‪Annie's Cafe - ‬18 min drive - ‪Blue Chook Inn - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer? > As of Nov 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer on Nov 27, 2025 start from CA $114.82, 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/Kawhia-Hotels-Comfortable-Place-To-Stay-Close-To-Safe-Beach-And-Harbour.h76216375.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Kakariki Cottage - Experience all that Aotea has to offer located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Maketu Marae, Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery, and Kawhia Beach. Mt Pirongia and Bridal Veil Falls are also within 25 mi (40 km). ## Have a question? 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