Title: Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=107998901&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside Vacation home in Waipu with kitchenette and patio ## Photo gallery for Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside ![Terrace/patio - Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside (Waipu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/108000000/107999000/107998901/aab9dbf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside (Waipu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/108000000/107999000/107998901/69b3ef91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside (Waipu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/108000000/107999000/107998901/e3560e28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside (Waipu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/108000000/107999000/107998901/9a5b5a12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils - Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside (Waipu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/108000000/107999000/107998901/983ee2de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom409 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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. ### Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside Two bedroom home with all the necessities Relax on the deck and soak in the wide elevated position in the sun. Cook your own meals with all the key necessities and enjoy peace and quiet. 10 mins to Waipu village Plenty of beaches to choose from Waipu caves not much further Set on 71 acres of rolling rural country land Bush and streams to explore Kauri to view The kids can feed the ducks (and other tame birds) in the morning or evening. Sleeps 4 in beds. Fully separate cabin may be available for additional guests to sleep in - ask at time of booking. There is an additional fee for the cabin. Night skies are devoid of many lights - nearest neighbours are over in the next valley several hundred metres away and nearest visible are about half a km away. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Bicycle parking ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycle parking - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Unit size: 409 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31650000/31649600/31649554/cb4c4dfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bush backdrop, privacy and Bay views McLeod Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 9.8 Exceptional 170 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=31649554&PinnedHotelID=31649554&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109740000/109731300/109731235/1c115fcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic Beach House Getaway Whangarei Heads - Ocean view - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 23 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=109731235&PinnedHotelID=109731235&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109830000/109821800/109821735/61b5a1a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heart of Waipu - Waipu Holiday Home Waipu - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=109821735&PinnedHotelID=109821735&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42630000/42625900/42625851/0736cfb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rural retreat minutes from the beaches of Waipu Waipu - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-16&endDate=2026-02-17&selected=42625851&PinnedHotelID=42625851&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113040000/113035400/113035316/146aa019.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin Kaipara bliss/ peaceful, . 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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 ## About the area Waipu is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waipu Cove Beach and Ruakaka Beach, while Waipu Museum and Mangawhai Museum are cultural highlights. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We enjoyed particularly the stunning view Great place to relax in the morning with a coffee or the evening and eat dinner outside with the stunning view ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Troy Jan 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Awesome little place. What a view. Tom the host is great. ##### Troy Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcelo F. Jan 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place and great host Our stay was very pleasant and Tom is very friendly, helpful and easy to communicate.We will definitely come back.Thank you Tom and Pam for you hospitality.Highly recommended ##### Marcelo F. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha A. Jan 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay We had a great time, the unit was well equipped, and tidy. Exactly what we needed. Our baby super enjoyed the birds and cows. We will stay again if we visit the area again. Tom, our host was super welcoming and accommodating. Thanks Tom! ##### Samantha A. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel B. Feb 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bach Bach was amazing, clean and accurately described. Host has great communication and friendly. Great quiet get away. Highly recommend this bach. ##### Daniel B. 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