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Cozy Pet-Friendly Bach – Relax, Unwind or go Fishing!

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A living room with a grey sofa, a white side table, a TV, a wicker chair, a bookshelf, and a painting of a beach scene. - Cozy Pet-Friendly Bach – Relax, Unwind or go Fishing! (Kawhia)
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Cozy Pet-Friendly Bach – Relax, Unwind or go Fishing! provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Cozy Pet-Friendly Bach – Relax, Unwind or go Fishing!

  • Step into this classic Kiwi bach and feel right at home. Warm, relaxed, and full of character, it’s the perfect spot to slow down, unwind, and make special memories with family and friends.
    Set in a super central location, you’re just a 3-minute stroll to Kawhia Wharf, the local pub and eateries, the Boating Club, golf course, and playground — everything you need is right at your doorstep.
    The property offers plenty of parking, with room for boats and multiple vehicles, making it ideal for fishing trips or family holidays with extra gear in tow.
    Explore the best of the area with ease:

    Ocean Beach hot pools – only 6 minutes’ drive

    Aotea Beach – 10 minutes away, perfect for beach walks and swimming

    Day trips to Marakopa Falls and The Natural Bridge (approx. 1 hour)

    For keen anglers, this bach is a real treat, featuring a dedicated fish filleting station and smoking house — bring home the catch of the day and enjoy it together.
    In winter, the fireplace makes the place even more magical, creating a snug and inviting space to relax after a day exploring or fishing.
    Whether you’re here to fish, explore, or simply relax, this homely and cozy bach is a welcoming base for your Kawhia escape.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking 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)
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Rules

No parking in front of boat shed
If using the filleting station, to clean the space and take away fish guts and carcasses.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: No fenced section

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Located in Kawhia, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kawhia Beach and Bridal Veil Falls, while Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery and Raglan & District Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours. Visit our Kawhia travel guide
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Map
Kawhia, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Maketu Marae
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kawhia Beach
    15 min drive - 5.8 km

Restaurants

  • Kawhia Hotel
    6 min walk
  • The Rusty Snapper Cafe
    5 min walk
  • Sands of Kawhia
    6 min walk
  • Annie's Cafe
    11 min walk
  • Kawhia Fish Shop
    8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Pet-Friendly Bach – Relax, Unwind or go Fishing! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Pet-Friendly Bach – Relax, Unwind or go Fishing!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Pet-Friendly Bach – Relax, Unwind or go Fishing!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Pet-Friendly Bach – Relax, Unwind or go Fishing! located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Maketu Marae and Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery. Kawhia Beach is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Cozy Pet-Friendly Bach – Relax, Unwind or go Fishing! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for a relaxing break.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a convenient location. It was great having a fireplace as it was quite cool. Being allowed to have a dog was fantastic although note the property isn't fenced. Communication with the host was very good. At some point some work needed on the shower box just to smarten it up. Otherwise we had a lovely stay didn't even turn on the TV. Kawhia is well worth a visit and Ocean beach with the hot water is fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!

Awesome place and facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Perfect bach to base from for a couple of days fishing. Everything you need is all there, cosy & laid back, no fuss.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice times

Cosy house in quiet part of town. Enjoyed our stay- thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Nice place for a few days away with the family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet retreat

a classic Bach but well renovated inside. Great for a rest in beautiful area of NZ
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great bach in central Kawhia

We enjoyed our stay in Kawhia - the bach is a great size for a small to medium family and has a nice sunny deck. Perfect location just a couple of minutes' walk to the waterfront.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend

The Bach, location & weather were perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax and refresh

Great place to wind down in front of the fire and cook a nice meal all while being close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Cottage

Cosy cottage, great location, great to have the separate fish cleaning area. Everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Location

Nice compact place to stay, a bit rusty traditional kiwi bach with a fireplace. Our host was very easy to communicate. Only a few minutes walk to the wharf.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kāwhia break

Very clean and comfortable. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We love it

We love staying here it's perfect for our family, has everything we need this time was our second stay and we will continue to stay here in the future. A++
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and close to beach

House was tidy and had all the amenities, futon fold out was in dining room area so sleeping where we ate was not ideal. Will book again with less people.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Classic Comfy Bach

We had a great time here with our young family and dog. The bach is a classic kiwi holiday home, renovated to keep it comfortable. Nicely decorated and maintained. Has all the amenities you need.Lots of great things to do in the area, including the hot water beach, fishing, Marakopa Falls and the natural bridge. Will recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and comfy

Comfortable, clean and welcoming. Had everything we needed. Good size bedrooms and beds. Everything in working order. Great fireplace. Awesome shower pressure. All in all efficient, easy and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

We all enjoyed our stay very much! The fire was amazing for the freezing nights! Loved the tv and my son really enjoyed the toys. Only downside was the freezer stinking like fish bait and hadn’t been cleaned. But was minor and didn’t matter much. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome weekend!

We had an awesome weekend in Kawhia. Roberta is a very friendly and welcoming host and we really loved the way she has done up the house, everything you need and a nice eye for details. Highly recommended for everyone who wants to spend a relaxed weekend in a quite environement and the beaches are so close. Also pet friendly, so we could bring our dog! We definetely want to come back :-) Kerstin, Thomas and Phoenix
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fresh fish a bonus!

Appreciated the quiet surroundings, the fire and the provision of the pre-cut logs and pine cones, the comfortable beds, the quality of the crockery, cutlery and utensils. The weather on the Saturday was hot, dry with not a cloud in sight so we fished from the wharf, which was only a few minutes away, and were rewarded with large trevally - caught on squid bait. Aotea beach was worth the 20 minute drive, fished for a while from the beach until it clouded over, returned to the bach just as it started raining, lit the fire, relaxed to play board games followed by our home cooked roast dinner. What a great way to spend three 'winter' days away, wish we had booked in for longer - will do next time! (A couple of notes: toilet seat needs attention, an outside light would be helpful and instructions for the tv.) Thank you Roberta for your friendliness and understanding and for letting us use your 'home away from home', we had a memorable time and hope we are able to visit again at a later date.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed in April and needed no heating. There was space for us to spread out with a good sized living space. Beds were comfy and place was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay, real fire place and internet were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was fully equipped, lounge was comfortable and there was more then enough room for us. Attended the Okapu Poukai whilst my daughter and grand daughters went fishing and flounder. All in all great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

This property was clean and easy to find. Great for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Greatn little stay

Great little batch.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025