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The Bach on Dorset 🌊

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Beach nearby, sun-loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Opunake, Taranaki
  • Cliff Top Garden Opunake Walkway
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Everybody's Theatre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Opunake Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬

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About this property

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

The Bach on Dorset 🌊

If you enjoy beach life and the simplicity of bach living, this property is for you!

Spacious 3 bedroom house surrounded by world class surf spots. Modernised kitchen, bathroom, shower and bath to relax after a day at this popular beach destination. Sleeps 8 guests made up of, 1 queen bed, 1 double, 1 set of bunks, 1 single bed and double pullout sofa in lounge. The property boasts a large back lawn for a good game of backyard kiwi cricket! Over the winter months the log fire with plenty of wood, will keep you warm for a nice midwinter getaway.

The Bach is situated central to Opunake Beach, this is patrolled over the summer months and Middletons Bay with a boat ramp, and surf casting spots. Depending on your interests our location provides you with great swimming beaches, fishing, diving, surfing and walking trails to enjoy.

We have board games, books and movies for the evening. There is a bbq for use, cricket set, two boggie boards and a youth size bike (you will need to bring a helmet).

Please note we supply all bedding and bath towels, however please bring your own beach towels.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Cliff Top Garden Opunake Walkway. The holiday home includes amenities such as a kitchen and a fireplace.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Cliff Top Garden Opunake Walkway and Everybody's Theatre
The Bach on Dorset 🌊 offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Craig and Letitia

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Opunake
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Opunake

The Bach on Dorset 🌊 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Very relaxing stay, nice clean batch with great views of the mountain
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Opunake Sojourn
I didn't stay nor did I visit but my friends stayed -only one night. They said the accommodation was great, the only issue was they couldn't get either gate to the property open so had to climb the fence in the front to get access.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and simple
We enjoyed our stay at the bach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Stefanie H., Tairua

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Bach 👍
We enjoyed our stay. Beds are a little worn out. But other than that it was great. Thank you ☺️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaila S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good spot for local wedding
Overall good spot to rest the head after a couple big days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Quiet
The bach had everything we needed. We had 2 families staying. It was an easy short walk to the fabulous beach. Large section and very clean and tidy. The pillows just need an upgrade and the pull out couch/bed was a little uncomfortable. Otherwise excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naomi C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy days
We enjoyed our stay and the secure yard was great for the dog
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Chelsea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Miss
Great place
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tessa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mostly clean and tidy. Bed was comfortable. Furniture was suitable for a student flat
House was spacious . Minimal supplies compared with other houses that we have stayed in .
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Opunaki Stay.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay the house is open and has a relaxing to stay in. We may come back sometime in the future. The weather didn't play ball only got a glimpes of the mountain on Monday coming back from Whanganui. It was a great stay myself and my wife enjoyed the atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Compfy
Sadly Opunake did not turn on the weather so spent more time inside but the fire was amazing. Beds were comfortable we had a problem getting TV going but Craig was quick an helpful. We did get the ski going.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alana R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Opunake getaway
The property managers are great communicators. It was a good spot for a friend and I with a couple of dogs. Always nice to find a good place that allows for you to bring the dogs! I’d stay again - clean and tidy, fire to keep warm and not far from the beach and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

TUI M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Handy to beaches, toasty warm
Warm ,tidy space. Great back yard fully fenced. Awesome spot close to beaches. Loads of space. Wee Tv hiccup probably user error that didn’t get sorted but dvd worked! Great communication on booking appreciated the early check in .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bach on Dorset
Great little batch. Good location with easy access to beaches, four square, cafes. House was clean amd tidy with plenty of blankets and a good selection dvds, and kids games/puzzles. The backyard was a real treat with a shed packed with kids fun. The kites were a real hit. Couch could do with an upgrade.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicci C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a kiwi batch with great linen
Absolutely loved staying here. And the fire was so amazing as we got a bit of cold rain for a couple days. Back yard is awesome and kitchen it's fantastic to cook in. I'm a linen snob haha beds are beautiful comfy and pillows are great. I'll be booking ever summer now I've stayed in high end places and this place has everything. Only thing is the padlock has rusted up can't be used but no dramas and being women we did need a couple extra towels as washing towels everyday seamed like a waste of power. But thank you so much. And thank you for all ya replies when I contacted u. Love this place.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect get-away
My dog and I were looking for a break, and it was lovely to find this spacious, secure property in an attractive township with the two beaches nearby - the house, the section and the location meant that I could fully relax without worrying about the dog - who enjoyed the break as much as I did!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great dog-friendly bach. Fully fenced back yard and a few minutes from the dog-friendly beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Leanne c.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place to stay for a family get away , lots of space, awesome outside area with a large lawn.
Great location, hop skip and jump away from the main beach, look out, walk ways and fishing spots. Thank-you for letting us stay we all had a great family holiday ☺️
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayt R., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous fenced backyard
Great Kiwi bach close to two beaches & the Opunake loop walk. Fabulous backyard - fully fenced so great for dogs & kids. Very good communication with owner- we were there during a storm that partially pushed over the fence & they were very responsive. Would stay there again :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday home
Thanks we enjoyed our holiday. Great location to beach and cafes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot for a beach getaway
Great bach, spacious and clean with an awesome backyard and walking distance to the beach. Only improvement would be a few more utensils in the kitchen - we were a group of 8 and there weren't enough forks or bowls for us all to eat at the same time. Apart from that we loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect for a family or group of friends holiday. It was great to arrive after a long drive to find everything so clean and tidy. It would be great in the winter too with the wood burner.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laetitia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Location
Lovely house with everything you need. Close to beach and cafes. Fully fenced section great for children
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter warmth
Very wet and windy stay. Fire was great made the place cosy. Could do with another mirror near a power plug. Had all basic needs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

sue m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice getaway
Enjoyed a weekend here in Opunake. Lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022