[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Seaside Kiwiana Stay with Rustic Path to the Beach Beachfront apartment for sun and fun ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99360000/99357700/99357601/3bd36ef8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99360000/99357700/99357601/1406bc67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99360000/99357700/99357601/85848eae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99360000/99357700/99357601/671e99d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99360000/99357700/99357601/256df189.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a seaside haven with a unique Kiwiana vibe, where the comforts of home meet the tranquility of nature. Unwind in the stylishly renovated bach, featuring an indoor-outdoor flow that connects you to a charming orchard and 180 steps from a swimming beach via our rambling path in native bush. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Seaside Kiwiana Stay with Rustic Path to the Beach A beachfront holiday apartment in a Kiwiana Bach style, located in a forest setting in a private corner of our unique harbourside home. All the advantages of a stay in nature with the comfort of nice beds, linen & stylish bathroom. There is a beach at the boundary, only 20 meters away via our rambling path in a native bush setting. Only 180 steps down to the beach. The Apartment is recently renovated and features a great indoor-outdoor flow, linking to a charming orchard. The space: Inside the suite consists of three spacious rooms: a bedroom with a queen bed, a bathroom and a living room with a kitchenette for food prep ready for the outdoor BBQ. A king single bed and a roll out single is sectioned off in the living room. Step onto the covered veranda where you will find the outdoor kitchen and seating area (gas grill and electric induction hob).. The studio is newly renovated and has its own small hot water cylinder. Guest access: Enjoy the exclusive use of the guest studio. Take advantage of the households path to the beach and citrus orchard. However, the upper garden and main house are out of bounds. The onsite parking links to the suite with good lighting and level access. Feel free to come and go anytime but be mindful of noise at night. Other things to note: ALL COOKING IN THE OUTDOOR KITCHEN The beach is an unpatrolled public beach. Reef shoes are recommended. Best swimming is within 2 hrs of high tide. Good shore fishing. No daily maid service. Linen change and cleaning by negotiation. A starter pantry including hot drinks, cooking oil, seasoning, and snacks is included with each stay. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### 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. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Single level property - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Composting - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Geothermal energy - Local artist showcase - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37990000/37989990/3d2f7064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxed quiet home away from home! 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The main house and garage are out of bounds. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Not fenced, forest covered bank to water ### 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 This property uses geothermal energy 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 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¢er=-35.7874,174.42665&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:dzkyEqurg%60%40%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FQ%40U%40Q%40Q%40U%40Q%40QBQ%40UBQBSBQBQBQBQDQDQBQDSDQDQDOFQDQFMFSDQHMFOFQFOHMFOHSFMHOHIJOHOHOHKJMHKJOJKJKJMJIJMJKLKJGJKLKLIJILKLGLILILELGLILENILCLELENGLENENCLCNELCNANENCLAN%3FNCNAN%3FLCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%40NBL%3FN%40NBNDL%40NBNDLBNBLDNDLFNDLDLBLHNDLHLFLDLHLHLFJJLHLHJJLJJFJJJJLLJHJLHJLJHNJJHLJJHNHNHNHHHNHLFRHNHLFNFPFNFLFPFNDPFPDPFNDPDPBRDPDPDPBPBPBPBPBRBP%40T%40PBP%40P%40T%40P%40P%3FT%40P%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAP%3FTAPAPATAPCPAPATCPCPCPCPCRCPEPEPEPCPERENGNERGPEPGLGRGLGNGPGNILINGPINILIJININILKLILKJINMJIJKJKJMJKJKLKFMJKJMHMHKJMFMHMHMBMHMFOFMFMDMDODMDODMDODMBODOBM%40ODOBO%40M%3FOBO%40O%3FMBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMCO%3FOAOCO%3FMAOCOEOAMCOEMCOEOEMEOEMEMEMEOGMGMGMIMCMIMIMGMKKIMIMKKKKGMMKKKKKKKKKKKKKOIKKMIMIMIOKOIKIMGOIQGOIMGOGQGOIMESGQGMEQGSEOEOESEQCQEQEQCQCSCQCQCQCQAUCQAQAQAUAQAQAU%3FQ%3FQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=V9lCu4gqh8L_QH9M9OTjLeGDm7M=) Tamaterau, Northland #### What's nearby - Northland Event Centre - 21 min drive - 15.0 km - Town Basin Marina - 22 min drive - 15.7 km - Whangarei Art Museum - 22 min drive - 15.7 km - Whangarei Quarry Gardens - 25 min drive - 18.2 km - Ruakaka Beach - 49 min drive - 52.1 km #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬40 min drive - ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬40 min drive - ‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬6 min drive - ‪Smith & Local - ‬9 min drive - ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬40 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Seaside Kiwiana Stay with Rustic Path to the Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Seaside Kiwiana Stay with Rustic Path to the Beach? > As of Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seaside Kiwiana Stay with Rustic Path to the Beach on Oct 9, 2025 start from CA $84.98, 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/Tamaterau-Hotels-Seaside-Kiwiana-Bach-Private-Beach-Access.h99357601.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Seaside Kiwiana Stay with Rustic Path to the Beach? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Seaside Kiwiana Stay with Rustic Path to the Beach? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Seaside Kiwiana Stay with Rustic Path to the Beach located? > Nestled on the beach, this Tamaterau apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mt Manaia, Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou, and Northland Event Centre. Town Basin Marina and Mcleod Bay are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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