[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Waitorupai Retreat 1 - Sandy Bay Holiday Home Vacation home in Matapouri with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110717600/110717535/3e2e2b94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110717600/110717535/14d80579.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110717600/110717535/12fb969d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110717600/110717535/8018780d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110720000/110717600/110717535/57b9870e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Waitorupai Retreat 1 - Sandy Bay Holiday Home provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Waitorupai Retreat 1 - Sandy Bay Holiday Home The moment you arrive, you’ll be captivated by the blend of natural beauty and comfort. Nestled between lush bushland and the sparkling sea, the home offers sweeping views that provide a serene backdrop to your stay. Large, open living spaces create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with expansive windows bringing in plenty of natural light. The indoor and outdoor areas flow effortlessly, leading to a generous deck equipped with a BBQ— ideal for al fresco dining and gathering under the stars. Inside, the home combines rustic charm with modern amenities, making it easy to relax and unwind. A comfortable lounge, dining area, and well-equipped kitchen invite you to enjoy every moment, whether cooking up a meal, playing games, or simply unwinding with loved ones. Beautifully furnished bedrooms with soft linens and tranquil décor ensure a restful night’s sleep. The home also features two bathrooms (one an ensuite in the master bedroom) to ensure convenience and comfort for all guests. Located on the stunning Tutukaka Coast, you’ll have easy access to Sandy Bay’s surfing spots and the beautiful Matapouri Bay. Explore the nearby coves, hiking trails, or take a short drive to the Tutukaka Marina, the gateway to the Poor Knights Islands, for unforgettable deep sea fishing, diving and snorkeling adventures. With its lush setting, you can enjoy bush walks from your doorstep. Experience a blend of coastal and bush tranquillity at Waitorupai Retreat — a perfect escape for your next vacation. Book your stay now and discover a slice of paradise. Please note that there is another dwelling on site that can also be booked via Bachcare - "Waitorupai Retreat 2" (Property ID: 1165322)Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33650000/33645300/33645287/53584634.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Absolute waterfront, private paradise. 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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 648401 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.56239,174.46375&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:z%7B_xEm%7Dyg%60%40%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40S%40Q%40S%40Q%40S%40QBS%40QBQBUBQBQBQBQDSDQBQDQDODQDQFQDOFQFQDMHSFMFOFOHQFOHMHOFMHOJOHKHMHOJKHKJOJKJKJKJKJMJILMJKJGLKLIJILKLGLILGLELILILENGLELELENGLCNGNELANELCNANGNALAN%3FNCNAN%3FLCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%40NBL%3FN%40N%40NFL%40NBNDL%40NDLFNBLFNDLDLDLFNDLHLDLHLFLHLFJJLHLHJJLFJJJLJHLLJJJJHJLJHJJNHJJNHLHJHNHNHLHNFLHNHNFPFNFLFRFLFPDPFNDPFPDNDPDPBPDPDRBPBPBPBPBTBP%40P%40RBP%40R%40P%40R%40P%3FR%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPAR%3FRAPARAPARCRAPAPCPCTCPCPCPCPEREPCPEPEPENGPEPGNEPGPGNGPGLGNGPINILGNINILININIJILKNIJKNIJMJIJKJKJMJKJKLKJMFKLMFMHKJMFMHMFMHMDMFOFMFMDMDODMDODMDOFM%40ODOBM%40ODOBO%40M%3FOBO%40O%3FMBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FMCO%3FOAOCO%3FMAOCOEOAMCOEMAOGOEMEOEMEMEMEOGMGMGMIMEMGMIMGMKKIMGMMKGKKMMKKKKKKKKKKKKKOIKKKIOIMIKKOIOGMIOIOGMIQGOGOGMIQEOGQGQEOGQEQESEMEQCQEQESCQCQCQCQCUCQAQCQASASAQASAQAS%3FS%3FQ%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fBFAjAyBD5kmDXJBGpGAfbAYp8Q=) Whangarei, Northland #### What's nearby - Sandy Bay - 2 min drive - 1.8 km - Woolleys Bay - 4 min drive - 4.0 km - Matapouri Bay - 6 min drive - 5.4 km - Tutukaka Marina - 13 min drive - 13.3 km - Dive Tutukaka - 13 min drive - 13.3 km #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 50 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Oceans Resort Restaurant & Bar - ‬13 min drive - ‪Marina Woodfire Dining - ‬14 min drive - ‪Knights Restaurant + Cafe + Bar - ‬13 min drive - ‪Marigolds - ‬13 min drive - ‪Whangarei Deep Sea Anglers Club - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Waitorupai Retreat 1 - Sandy Bay Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Waitorupai Retreat 1 - Sandy Bay Holiday Home located? > Situated in Matapouri, this vacation home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Sandy Bay and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Woolleys Bay. Matapouri Bay and Tutukaka Headland are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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