Title: Retro at Heart - Beach Getaway - 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 # Retro at Heart - Beach Getaway Vacation home in Waimarama with kitchen and fireplace ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624400/111624383/6b40058a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624400/111624383/e52ac0ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624400/111624383/99f6d82b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624400/111624383/957f2c16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111630000/111624400/111624383/f459506b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Retro at Heart - Beach Getaway provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### Retro at Heart - Beach Getaway Relax with the whole family at this peaceful beach getaway. You will love this seaside bach. Only a few minutes' walk from Waimarama Beach - the sun, surf and sand are waiting for you. Wood fire for the winter escapes. Comfortable beds and loads of entertaining areas. The house is fully equipped for you to have fun, entertain and leave without a care in the world, just a little extra tan after beach adventures. Please note some of the bedrooms do not have curtains. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1 square foot ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/63000000/62680000/62672900/62672897/ee52e9db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bach or holiday home, 1 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, (Sleeps 2) Waimarama - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 56 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=62672897&PinnedHotelID=62672897&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38080000/38079100/38079062/b8626615.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Birdsnest@PORT O BEIJO -Relaxed Accommodation Waimarama Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 69 reviews CA $116 CA $205 total includes taxes & fees Oct 28 - Oct 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=38079062&PinnedHotelID=38079062&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910200/37910118/fb289f6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harper Haven - Waimarama Holiday Home Waimarama - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=37910118&PinnedHotelID=37910118&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112600000/112592100/112592073/03275c4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surf and Turf - Ocean Beach Getaway. 2 mins to the Beach, close to town. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 698369 ## 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-39.81750%2C176.98882&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SrBTGbLDtE_HmsRvr7RI82zgulM=) Waimarama #### What's nearby - Waimarama Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Ocean Beach - 15 min drive - 21.5 km - Black Barn Vineyards - 22 min drive - 30.7 km - Te Mata Peak - 27 min drive - 34.9 km - Splash Planet - 30 min drive - 37.7 km #### Getting around - Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Jarks Seaside Cafe - ‬9 min walk - ‪Jarks Cafe - ‬10 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Retro at Heart - Beach Getaway pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Retro at Heart - Beach Getaway? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Retro at Heart - Beach Getaway? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Retro at Heart - Beach Getaway located? > Situated in Waimarama, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Waimarama Beach and within 12 mi (20 km) of Wairunga Golf Course and Ocean Beach. Craggy Range and Te Mata Estate are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Retro at Heart - Beach Getaway Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mitchell B. Jun 3, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Jet ski get away Awesome place close to beach ##### Mitchell B. 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