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The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Dining
Exterior
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4185 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour

Welcome to The Gannet Hatch. Unwind, unplug and relax in this modern day bach nestled in an old-school kiwi town. Sit in awe of the commanding views over Aotea Harbour, Mount Karioi, Gannet Island and beyond. Explore the community, beach and harbour by foot or don't leave the house at all. Full kitchen, BBQ, two living areas, and large deck are all yours to enjoy. A peaceful, perfect and picturesque getaway for couples.

Built in 2018, this house is equipped with all the basics you need for a getaway from the city. The walls are constructed from insulated solid concrete giving the house a grounded presence on those stormy days and stays cool on hot summer days. Attached garage for your convenience.

Two spacious bedrooms, one queen, one double. Two lounges, large tv with freeview, dvd player. Dish-drawer, washing machine.

The kitchen has a full range of pots, pans, plates, bowls, glasses, utensils etc and we provide salt, pepper and oil for guest use. The beds will be made prior to your arrival with fresh linen and bath towels are included. Please don’t take the bath towels onto the beach. Soap, shampoo, conditioner and body wash is provided in the bathrooms.

The Gannet Hatch is equipped with high speed satellite Starlink internet WiFi. For those guests who want an off-grid experience, WiFi can be disabled for your stay upon request.

Contactless check-in 3pm onwards. Contactless check-out by 11am.

Property manager

Taylor

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 1991 sq ft (185 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour Kawhia
The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour Private vacation home
The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour Private vacation home Kawhia

About the neighborhood

Map
Aotea Harbour, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Maketu Marae - 16 min drive
  • Kawhia Beach - 24 min drive
  • Ruapuke Beach - 67 min drive
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 68 min drive
  • Whale Bay - 92 min drive

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rusty Snapper - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kawhia Fish Shop - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Annie's Cafe & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Annie's Cafe & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Maketu Marae, Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery, and Kawhia Beach. Mt Pirongia and Bridal Veil Falls are also within 25 mi (40 km).

The Gannet Hatch, Aotea Harbour Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac B.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 night stay
Property was as advertised, had a Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
This property was nothing short of amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
MICHELLE
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Philippa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lani F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved the view!! The house is amazing! Overall had a great time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay in Aotea
This was a great place to chill out, with a wonderful outlook over Aotea Harbour and very quiet at this time of year (end April). Neat and clean with very a well equipped kitchen. It was comfortable for our stay but expect it could get very hot in summer, and be cold in winter (only one small panel heater for a large space).
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Enjoyed our stay at Aotea Harbour. House was well equipped with everything you need. Had a peaceful, relaxing stay, which was just what we needed, nobody around. Had good communication with Host Taylor and when we were due to leave, cleaning lady. Thank you all for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous home in an ideal location! This was a luxury stay and we can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shanae A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gannet Hatch
Absolutely beautiful, we really enjoyed our stay despite the weather. Would definitely recommend to family and friends to book this place. Peaceful location with beautiful views of Aotea harbour
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfort and views
This place is very comfortable even in winter. We enjoyed the constant changing show put on by nature and viewed through the large double glazed windows. This host is most generous and the place was in perfect order.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Warren

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a grear spot and a very nice house however it would be nice to know how remote it is so that we could have got some supplies before we headed to stay. Kahwai had only a small convenience store and other dining options were closed. Expedia distance to Waitomo caves has it listed as 33km when it was 77km away.

8/10 Good

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home and good location
Very nice home and good location nice and quite which is nice for a get away only negative i guess if u want to call it that was maybe some form of cooling in bedroom eg maybe a fàn as was really hot but other then that was a good stay and would stay again next time we dont have the kids 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cari A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, Relaxing Stay
We had a lovely, relaxing stay. The house is situated in a beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

George Y., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Perfect west coast retreat for two couples, would book again. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet
Although it rained all weekend we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We came in search of peace and quiet and that is certainly what we found. A lovely property in a lovely spot - ideal for getting away from the daily grind!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rose M., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
In love!!
The most beautiful space surrounded by breathtaking views! The house had everything you’d need. The best getaway to sit, relax and explore around you. Definitely recommend to anyone ready for a peaceful escape
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Murray C., matamata

Liked: Cleanliness
quite time on a hill with a view.
excellent relaxing time out. easy care accommodation. dynamic views. Artist's paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and quiet, peaceful clean and basic in a good way
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

diane m.

Unable to get on goggle map until after booking
Came to relax and that’s all we did
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birds eye view
The view and location are spectacular with wide panoramic coastal vistas. The house was well appointed, double glazed for noise and added warmth of a wall heater which was more than enough for the whole house. The kitchen had a great basic pantry and cookware.. I do have some small suggestions to enhance the overall stay- could the microwave be moved to the cubby nearest the kitchen rather than trekking down the corridor past the toilet? 4 towels are supplied -2 per couple -but there are only 3 hanging hooks in the bathroom. A heated towel rail would be a welcome addition. although we knew the bed sizes as clearly advertised we think it would easily accommodate a king in the bigger bedroom and shift the queen to the smaller bedroom. We are both 6ft + and struggled- ultimately sleeping in separate bedrooms... our error in assuming we could both fit a queen! these are suggestions NOT criticisms as we really enjoyed being off-grid and taking in all that Kawhia has to offer. On a side note: disappointed that the cafe and Fish & Chip shop are closed on a Tuesday & Wednesday but a kindly local advised the mostly unsealed road that shortcuts to Raglan and that was a scenery packed drive! We would stay again and thank the hosts for the cleanliness and warmth of this beautifully positioned home.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and Comfortable
Everything you need, comfortable, great views. Neighbors are not too close and the large windows only looks towards sea/harbor views. The polished concrete floor soaks up heat and holds it through the night. Just don't open the windows upstairs too much or the heat will escape. We really enjoyed our stay and will book here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely house, great views
Very comfortable, modern house. Was great for us.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
Will definitely be back, relaxing, stunning view, quiet loved it
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tipa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whanau retreat
Great property & facilities, friendly management
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022