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Patuwai ('By the Water')

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Fridge, microwave, oven, electric kettle
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
5 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Patuwai ('By the Water')

Cancellations:
100% refunds are given in the event of Covid restrictions or family breavements preventing travel to our holiday home.

PATUWAI - BY THE WATER - is an awesome kiwi holiday home with sleep out

Patuwai offers comfortable and spacious living
• corner section
• front and back decks
• fully equipped kitchen
• 3 fridges and a freezer
• 9 beds (bedding available)
• fireplace
• Sky TV (MySky) and Internet

An excellent location
• close to the estuary
• beach
• dairy
• takeaway

Plenty of off street parking - so bring the boat!

For larger groups, packages will be made available on a per family or per individual basis.

We welcome all enquiries, so what are you waiting for?
We look forward to hearing from you soon :)
Special conditions:
Tailored packages are available for both small and large groups (please enquire) to provide flexibility.

Standard accommodation includes the House and sleepout, comprising 6 bedrooms (with additional pull out bedding) and 3 bathrooms.
Please note the three bathrooms are in the main house.

Under five years of age are free.
Portacot and highchair available on request.

Smoking is not permitted on the property.

Pets allowed.


Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$110.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$18.00 per person);

Property manager

ALAN COULAM

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Horse riding 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)
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

Property is also known as

Patuwai House Whangamata
Patuwai House
Patuwai Whangamata
Patuwai
Patuwai 'by The Water'
Patuwai ('By the Water') Whangamata
Patuwai ('By the Water') Private vacation home
Patuwai ('By the Water') Private vacation home Whangamata

About the neighborhood

Map
Whangamata, Coromandel Peninsula

What's nearby

  • Kotuku Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Whangamata Beach - 6 min walk
  • Whenuakura Island - 17 min walk
  • Williamson Park - 18 min walk
  • Whangamata Marina - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea and Salt Takeaways - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port Road Project - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whanga Bar & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Minato Sushi - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lincoln - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Patuwai ('By the Water') pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Patuwai ('By the Water')?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Patuwai ('By the Water')?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Patuwai ('By the Water') located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Coromandel Peninsula and Kotuku Reserve. Whangamata Beach and Whenuakura Island are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Patuwai ('By the Water') Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 221 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the spaciousness of the property, it's natural light and comfortable furnishings. The grounds were well kept and included off-street parking. The surrounding streets were flat, safe and easy to walk the dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Michaela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We really enjoyed our stay here, it was exactly as advertised and the communication was fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Place was perfect for our family and location to the beach was amazing - despite awful weather we had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ryan
Had a boys golf trip . Was perfect for what we were after . Nice decks . Plenty of beds . Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great time away with family excellent location very clean and plenty of space thankyou
Nice and relaxing had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
The perfect stay for us and our family. Perfect location. Can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zita P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a family group
Very well stocked, lovely to have so many sofas to chill out on at night, enough room for everyone and great bedroom space with comfy beds 🙂
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning spot
Amazing spot. We enjoyed our stay here. 10/10 recommend to everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

SALLY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Excellent place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

briar h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for families
Great for families
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Russell P., Mount Maunganui

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend getaway
Very roomy property in an excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Kim H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great spot, big house, has all you need
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alanna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
Great place! Has everything you need to make the stay feel like home Great location Will book again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Location, Wonderful Accommodation
We had such a good time in Whangamatā, the house was exactly as pictured & in a great location. Just a 4 minute walk to the beach! Definitely would recommend. Excellent size & configuration for groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect as Always
Home away from home, so great for all ages, easy access to estuary and beach, clean, practical.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whangamata Getaway
Four women enjoying a significant birthday!! We loved we all had a room each, the location was great, house was clean and had everything we needed. Great accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

kate s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whangamata getaway
Good layout and location, easy check in and comfortable stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fiona W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing home for a family celebration
Plenty of space for multiple families to have their own space while enjoying extensive decks and comfortable dining/lounge area. Fabulous heating from freestanding fire. Well equipped kitchen! We’d love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
As usual it was amazing ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very tidy property that had plenty of space and beds for my family.
I would recommend this property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location
Wonderful house in a great location - plenty of beds, and even additional mattresses if you need to sleep even more people. Alan was responsive to messages and last minute changes I needed to make, which made our stay very easy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this Place
Great place for an extended family. Lots of space and awesome decks. Thank you for having us to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!
Stay was even better then expected. Amazing set up, cannot wait to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for US
Our happy place ;-)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leeann A., Wanganui

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy
Excellent happy to book again when we come back. The house was inviting and comfortable thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023