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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Matakohe, Northland
  • Kaipara Harbour
    42 min drive
  • Waipu Cove Beach
    75 min drive
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach
    91 min drive

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Waterfront retreat of Kaipara Harbour.

Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
The price is CHF 159
for 1 home
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Waterfront retreat of Kaipara Harbour.

About this property

Entire place

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

Quiet and tranquil, overlooking the sea

Tinopai is a quiet settlement in the Northern Kaipara Harbour. Find your way to Maungatoroto, then Matakohe Museum and turn south towards the harbour. Good swimming, the water's so clean, being close to the Heads. The Matakohe Museum is a must, top class! The locals are really nice, we hope you get to know them. If you have a boat, great fishing 1 km up the estuary (exact spot is classified information). There's a wharf from which to fish if you are a landlubber. If you're fit, Mt Tokatoka is worth a climb, to view the Kaipara all the way to Dargaville. If you're a stargazer, the night sky is an astronomer's dream.
The bach itself is set on half an acre, with a small bush walk at the bottom. Sleeps six comfortably. A wee caravan (which the kids fight over) on site.
Special conditions:
Families preferred
Smoking allowed outside only
Deck not fenced so watch small children
Pets allowed with prior approval
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels and sheets)
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 13.3 miles (21.5 km) from Kauri Museum and 17.5 miles (28.2 km) from The Landing
Quiet and tranquil, overlooking the sea offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

JulieCh7

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
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
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
    • 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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Quiet and Tranquil, Overlooking the sea Matakohe
Quiet and Tranquil, Overlooking the sea Private vacation home

Quiet and tranquil, overlooking the sea Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 198 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Gardens at Tinopai.
The property was situated on top of a hill which gave great views over the bay. Jullie is obviously a keen gardener as the gardens were stunning. There is heaps of flat areas for kids to play. It is in a great location for day trips around the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, seaside relaxation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaipara P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and easy
Easy connection with owners, nice place, clean house with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Lovely location and house was perfect for our group
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

camila r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Beautifull view. Easy access to the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Awesome spot. Nice and private with everything you need
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed by the Beach
A home away from home surrounded by a large and immaculate garden. We loved our weekend in Tinopai. The beach was literally a short walk away and the kids just loved playing on the beach with all the different sand formations as the tide went in and out, it was always a new playground to explore. Great DVD selection for chilling out on the couch in the evenings. The house was very well organised and supplied. We would love to come back soon and spend longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L A S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
Beautiful destination lovely veiw clean home no problem would love to do this again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot. Lovely warm home.
We would love to come back. Beautiful part of NZ
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alistair C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful getaway
We totally enjoyed our quick 1-night getaway from Auckland. Tinopai is very peaceful and untouched. The bach was comfy, especially with the log burner going in the evening. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. We had breakfast in the sun on the deck, listening to the birds.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

chrystal c., Cambridge

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem of the north
Felt like our family batch My family loves this place will be back Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hideaway
Quick work trip. Awesome spot.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Such a lovely place and great sense of community. Amazing food truck at bottom of driveway
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We will be back 👍
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah E., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing break
Lovely location- very quiet and peaceful. Loved the hints and tips about where to go. Walking to the Sandy beach at the end of the forestry track was great. We were the only ones there. Comfy beds, beautiful view and the dog welcome. Great spot for a quiet break.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
Lovely bach for a relaxing weekend away. Really clean & well-stocked, it was great to relax on the deck and enjoy the harbour view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Andreana S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fish for Dinner
Great bach, had everthing required. Easy communication with the owners. Caught fish for dinner which is always a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne S.

relaxed
A perfect bach experience suited us, have stayed here before and good parking for a large boat.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Time
Fun time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree A.

Liked: Cleanliness
History Getaway
Chance to retrace family history staying in a wonderful home with stunning views. Brilliant location, wished we stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet beautiful location
Lovely house with big deck perfect for outdoors meals with amazing seawiew. Quiet clean and spacious, perfect for a family gathering. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarnia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway Bach
This place was perfect for our family of 5, two younger kids slept in the room with two single beds and teenager chose to sleep on the camp stretcher in the lounge. Plenty of space, nice and private, amazing views. Would definitely stay again. Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical tinopai
We loved this little getaway! Gorgeous spot with a view. An excellent set up at the bach. How nice are the locals! Great little burger caravan at the beach. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Helen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and private
A great place to relax and unwind
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023