Title: A Family Friendly Bach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33734023&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Family Friendly Bach Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for A Family Friendly Bach ![Outdoor dining - A Family Friendly Bach (Foxton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33734100/33734023/5f6f3709.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A Family Friendly Bach (Foxton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33734100/33734023/f8913579.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - A Family Friendly Bach (Foxton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33734100/33734023/ff3c7895.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - A Family Friendly Bach (Foxton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33734100/33734023/e4f36654.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - A Family Friendly Bach (Foxton Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33740000/33734100/33734023/fe2b004d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in a sunny spot, this Foxton bach offers the perfect haven for families. Enjoy all-day sun in the fully fenced backyard or unwind on the covered front porch with a BBQ and outdoor seating area. The house is equipped with modern facilities, including free internet and laundry room. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### A Family Friendly Bach Fullly fenced - Huge flat sunny front and back section, perfect for children of all ages. Section and house maintain all day sun. Free internet provided for your stay Back yard is fully fenced which is great for families or sit under the front porch at the outdoor table and chairs to watch the kids play on the front lawn. Front porch is fully covered so even nice to sit under if raining. BBQ provided here. Facilities include microwave, dishwasher, oven, fridge/freezer, TV and DVD player. Woodburner and firewood supplied. Kitchen fully stocked with crockery, cutlery, glassware, pots, baking, serving dishes, sandwich press, electric beater. Bathroom has a shower, vanity, toilet. There is a 2nd toilet off the 3rd bedroom. House has new carpet just installed November 23. A range of children toys inside, car ramps and garage, dolls house, books, games, and a large selection of DVDS. Toys in the garage shed include, trikes, scooters, see-saw, tennis and badminton rackets, cricket set and boogie boards. BYO bed linen and towels but pillows, mattress protectors, duvets and covers are provided. Port-A-Cot in bedroom wardrobe. Separate laundry with washing machine. There is a sleepout adjoined to the garage with bunks. Garage not included. Located 200 meters from Foxton Reserve, Duckpond, Huge Playground, 3 Tennis Courts, Pump track and BikeTrack. Another Pirate Playground further down the main road. There is also a new waterpark in Foxton which is a 5 minute drive from the Bach. Short walk to local restaurant and ice cream counter, open from 10.00 through to dinner, or use the really popular local fish and chip shop or cafe down the road. Nice and quiet flat streets for riding bikes, walking, going to feed the ducks. Estuary, River, Boat Club and Bush walks nearby. Local Four Square has everything, including fresh baked bread each day. Sand dunes 50 metres away - follow the sand dune walking track at the end of the street directly to the beach (10 min walk through dunes). 8 Beds to choose from (including sleepout), but we allow a maximum of 6 guests. Cost per night is for 4 people. Extras are charged at $20 pp per night to a maximum of 6 guests. Special conditions: Smoking allowed outside only. Long weekends minimum 3 nights stay. NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels); ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - Cobblestone flooring in public areas - Single level property - Stair-free path to entrance - Visual alarms in hallways - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Unit size: 1,292 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107130000/107123200/107123123/93018c2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean Breeze - Foxton Beach Holiday Home Foxton Beach - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-25&endDate=2026-02-26&selected=107123123&PinnedHotelID=107123123&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28860000/28857200/28857152/6016f277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Our beach house! 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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 A Family Friendly Bach Foxton A Family Friendly Bach Foxton Beach A Family Friendly Bach Private vacation home A Family Friendly Bach Private vacation home Foxton Beach ## About the area Located on a river, this vacation home is in Foxton Beach, a neighborhood in Foxton. De Molen, Windmill and Foxton Windmill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waiterere Private Reserve and Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve. Motor boating and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Foxton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Foxton.dx6353159) [View more Vacation homes in Foxton](https://www.expedia.ca/Foxton-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6353159-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-40.46581%2C175.22098&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=s7eVpE0kgWv8g4cdATJ0iuCG4WQ=) Foxton Beach, Horowhanua ### What's nearby - Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - The Square 39 min drive \- 55.5 km - Palmerston North Hospital 42 min drive \- 65.4 km - Otaki Beach 48 min drive \- 60.4 km - Waikanae Beach 56 min drive \- 76.6 km ### Getting around - Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - Robert Harris 9 min drive - Cafe De Molen 8 min drive - Ocean Beach Eatery 11 min walk - The Little White Rabbit 15 min walk - Foxton and Beach Bowling Club 5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Family Friendly Bach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at A Family Friendly Bach? ### What time is check-out at A Family Friendly Bach? ### Where is A Family Friendly Bach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Family Friendly Bach 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 159 8 - Good 38 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ray O. Oct 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great place to stay and relax, easy access to the beach and lots of board games etc. Loved staying here and look forward already to our next time! ##### Ray O. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jasmin R. May 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great family stay Great for family, lots of toys and things to keep children happy. Great location ##### Jasmin R. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liesl H. May 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great get away! We really enjoyed our short break staying at this holiday house. Great facilities, location and very family friendly! ##### Liesl H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn B. Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great beach holiday home Good size holiday home, nice and tidy in a good location. We really enjoyed our stay and would return :) ##### Carolyn B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Caroline S. Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean and comfortable. Modern bathroom. Comfotable bed. ##### Caroline S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa H. Nov 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay We really enjoyed our stay and would love to come back. Great location and the house was perfect for us all ##### Melissa H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kay L. Jan 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend Great property on a good location. Would happily stay there again. ##### Kay L. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ray O., Wellington, NZ Oct 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property Had a great time here - the rooms are all a good size and it's only a few minutes from the beach & bike park. Highly recommended location. ##### Ray O. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frances P. Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friends and Family Get Away Fantastic weekend away! Location, house, amenities etc. all fabulous. ##### Frances P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### A R. Sep 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable and Cosy We really enjoyed our stay. The place is really tidy and comfortable. It has a real relaxing feel to it. Location is great too. ##### A R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacinda P. Feb 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Bach Very neat tidy bach, excellent location. Owner is very helpful. Would definitely stay again. ##### Jacinda P. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne M. Jul 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Warm and Cosy Great little renovated bach. Plenty or firewood and a nice quiet area. Would definitely visit again. ##### Wayne M. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly K. Jul 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### This place is perfect We adored this property, the host was fabulous and checkin and out was super easy! If you are ever interested in staying at Foxton beach… this place is perfect… everything you need! We will definitely be staying there again! Thanks ##### Kelly K. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lindsay C. Jan 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic property We had a wonderful stay at this lovely bach. Beds super comfy, everything we needed and clean and tidy. Great location close to many things to entertain the teenagers and of course the beach. Loved it! ##### Lindsay C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kay E. Dec 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Xmas getaway Clean, tidy and comfortable. We had great weather and loved that we could open doors to get good air flow. loved the family feel to the bach. Would happily book again. Went for some good walks. ##### Kay E. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara B. Jan 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for a family stay Enjoyed our week stay. Bach is well equipped, clean and comfortable. Jeff is very responsive and helpful. Close to pump track, tennis courts and estuary. Can walk to the beach through the dunes. Many thanks! ##### Sara B. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Logan S. Mar 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Easy as , cool spot everything you need maybe a little short of hot water ….. just make kids shower last 😂 thanks guys ##### Logan S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla N. Apr 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Foxton Fun We had a great time away, enjoyed the beach and skate park and the quiet time. We will be back :) ##### Carla N. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce and Shelley H. May 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family time Close to the pump track which was popular with our grandson. Tidy property close to the beach ##### Bruce and Shelley H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Glyn P. Feb 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls Getaway There were 4 of us and we all had our own bedrooms which was excellent. The house and property are a good size. ##### Glyn P. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard W. Sep 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Really enjoyed the house and its location. The house had all we needed and was super comfortable. Fireplace was very effective. We enjoyed a beautiful walk through the sand-dunes to the beach. Recommend Jeff and this house. ##### Richard W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph M. Oct 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice tidy well equipped bach The Bach was a nice place to stay while my son was completing in a sports competition in Palmerston North. The communications with the owner were good. The beach is not far and we enjoyed walking on the beach and watching the sunset from the sand dunes. I recommend the Bach as a place to stay. ##### Joseph M. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy W. Feb 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Bach A lovely Bach with everything we needed for a wonderful family weekend away. Comfy beds, great shower, nice lounge space. Was great to open the patio doors and sit at the bbq table for brunch. Tidy, warm and comfortable. Foxton Beach is an awesome spot with fabulous sunsets. Thank you so much for sharing your bach, we loved our stay! ##### Christy W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justine M. Jan 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Foxton beach Bach The property was great! Lovely, clean and spacious. There was even DVDs which was great when we needed a quiet afternoon out of the sun. The communication was great and even has some helpful information about the area. Would absolutely stay again, thank you for sharing your lovely Bach with us ##### Justine M. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg B. Feb 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Foxton The bach was very tidy and great for relaxing. We discovered the Manawatu estuary was hosting the Bar Tailed Godwits and they were a nice walk away, so we ventured out there three days, and they got closer and closer. Comfy beds, modern facilities, lovely new carpet and room for soccer on the front lawn. Great location and well priced. Highly recommended. Jeff very easy to connect with and a great host. ##### Greg B. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024