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On the beach, sun loungers
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On the beach, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Cooks Beach
  • Cooks Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Cathedral Cove
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the area

Cooks Beach

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Purangi Regional Reserve and Cooks Beach. Also, Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve is within half a mile (1 km) and Captain Cook's Memorial is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Purangi Regional Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cooks Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hahei Beach - 18 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 21 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 32 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The French Fig - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Beach Takeaway - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Espy Cafe - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪The Church Accommodation - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep

This is truely a peaceful place to enjoy your holiday time with family and friends.
A home that is well equipped to accommodate two families (up to 10) comfortably and extra space for more people as required.
A thoughtful layout and fantastic socialising area with indoor / outdoor flow to the estuary waterfront ensures your time staying is easy and enjoyable.
Patios on all sides of the house enable you to enjoy the sun throughout the day.
The garage is fully insulated and carpeted to add an additional sleeping area as agreed. At the end of the property the kids can play in the sand, the park and swings, or you can take out the kayak or paddle board (outside hot/cold shower for convenient cleanup after the beach), a short walk around the waterfront to the main beach, or take in many of the local attractions.
***The three week Christmas / New Year holiday period is booked in three slots of 7 days. All other holiday periods have minimum night stays. Please enquire for your dates.***
*Fibre broadband with Netflix Guest Account.
*Pet friendly with prior approval-guest to pay for any damages.
*Some life jackets are supplied. Guests must supply their own life jackets that fit to their size.
*Like us on Facebook - @CooksEstuaryEscape
Extras and fees - enquire for pricing: Cleaning (Required and added to the booking); Linen (Bed sheets provided - Towels BYO); Overdue payment; Additional guest (including in some instances day guests): Late check-out; Damages; Fees may be applied if guests partake without prior arrangement.

Property manager

CooksEstuaryEscape

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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 are welcome
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please pickup pets' waste ie neighbours property.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Baby cot, porta high chair, pushchair available.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Event numbers limited to meet council toilet rules
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. Note from host: Event numbers limited to meet council toilet rules For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Cooks Estuary Escape Waterfront at Your Doorstep

Cooks Estuary Escape - Waterfront at your doorstep Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 183 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 183 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 183 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 183 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely estuary
Loved watching the sun rise over the estuary, and had fun in the kayaks.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
We loved our stay. The home location was fantastic, overall the stay was amazing. The beds were not the most comfortable nor were the pillows. The owners don’t provide bath towels. In their defense they did mention this in the overall comments, but we did not read this until we were already at the property as this isn’t common, it caught us off guard. They also did not make the beds, they provided linen, but we had to make our beds. We only stayed one night, we felt this home would be idea for an extended stay, or for locals who can bring their own towels and better pillows to create a much better stay. Overall the home was great. We loved the location and the settings. The communication was great, the information was provided on a timely manner.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayana K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
One of the best places for relaxing holiday. We throughly enjoyed our stay with everything provided. Looking forward for next stay in future.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shiree S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful break
We enjoyed our stay at this lovely estuary home. The views were beautiful, beds were comfortable and we appreciated the pet-friendly policy. As a baker, I'd suggest adding a hand mixer or egg beater, and kitchen scales with working batteries. Small shower gels would be a nice touch, as they're common in similar accommodations. The riverstone path at the entrance is a bit challenging for elderly guests. Despite these minor points, our stay was delightful and we'd recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking
Wonderful family holiday
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family location x
Clean comfortable family home, large kitchen suitable for multiple cooks, comfortable beds, great location close to playgrounds and beach. Good communication from hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daria W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cooks beach
Great house with amazing location. Loved having the option of kayak, paddle board even shovels for Hot Water beach. Worked well for our family. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

May T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful relaxing escapade
We had a great stay here. Fantastic location to nearby hotspots whitianga, hahei, hot water beach. Host Tracey is super helpful and responsive. Home is very well equipped (bring own bath towels and toiletries) with peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing holiday home
Amazing holiday home, with beautiful views of the water. So much grass out the front for the kids to play and a very short walk to a playground, as well as walking along the estuary to the beach. House has everything you need with so much space, and was so clean and tidy, was lovely to walk in to. Kayaks were an added bonus, were excellent condition and was so much fun to paddle out from the house. Garage was great for storage for our bikes and prams too. Thank you so much for such a wonderful house, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ev N.

Liked: Cleanliness
best holiday home at Cooks Beach in last 5years
its been our tradition to come to Cooks beach every Waitangi weekend in last 5 years. And honestly, this house is the best among houses we rented. it has everything we needed and pleanty of pleasant extras. House feels new, very clean and tidy. we had 10ppl group and had pleanty of space. Location is superb - beautiful scenery, quite and peaceful. big lawn for kids to run around and play sports. Kayaks were included in our stay and it was so easy and simple just take it across the lawn to the water and take an amazing trip down the stream, explore mangroves, watch fish and just enjoy the summer. all life jackets for kids and adults provided. heaps of different sport and board games for all ages. house has spacious floorplan, very comfy beds, bedrooms have good soundproofing, not that much noise when kids are in the living room. Tv room have a door and is separated from the living space. Not much shade outside in the morning, but afternoons were just a pure pleasure we will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kate V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This was our second time staying at this property. It is a great house for families and the estuary lends itself well to children during both high and low tides. We did feel however that the quantity of kitchen and laundry powders, toilet paper, lack of tea towels and hand towels was not reflected in the nightly price. There was nothing to clean up spills with, other than our own towels, and we had to buy extra supplies to see us through our 7 nights as we were only given enough for 2 - 3 days. Not great considering the price you pay. The stretchers that were pictured were not at the Bach on arrival so we had to come up with another plan. Other than that it was good, but not as great as the last time we stayed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Wedding Celebration
Lovely, modern and spacious house. Perfect location to enjoy the Estuary and walk to beach. Also very handy to Mercury Ridge, our wedding venue. Big open sliding doors in living area to help with the particularly hots days while we were there. ( it was very hot.) Fans also provided in each room to help with the very warm evening temperature. Cooks beach a great location to get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really wonderful holiday
We loved all of it. Great house in supreme location. Perfect for family of 5 + 1 young dog. Lots of swimming, walking, paddling and cooking together:)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Had
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

mehgan w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Event weekend away
Awesome property with plenty of space in a great location. Everything we needed supplied right down to shot glasses! Great to be able to enjoy the water with kayaks etc. Friendly neighbours too. Awesome value! Will recommend to others and be back again. Thanks for making everything so easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stewart W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely stunning
This is an amazing property, and Tracey made sure we were incredibly well looked after. Can't recommend enough
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
This place is the perfect getaway. We felt the pictures did not do the property justice, the home and location was gorgeous. An added bonus was the use of the kayaks and paddle board. We brought our dog Malcolm who loved the swimming, and the green space. The house was clean and today, well-equipped, and communication with Tracey was easy. We certainly recommend this as a family stay, a lot of rooms, and comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liv J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot
Lovely holiday, awesome waterfront location with a playground 2 mins away. Thanks Tracey for all your help
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shenae J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
This was a great property, very clean and tidy. Great location and amazing outdoor space for kids to run around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart Reid R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Estuary outlook is fantastic.!
This Estuary Escape property was fabulous for our family of 8, reunion. The location is beautiful, the house was so comfortable for us all. The extra water spot gear appreciates, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley D.

Liked: Cleanliness
review
all good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan T.

Great house and perfect location
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine G., auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and awesome location!
Great house for families to stay in. Lots of space and good set up. So nice looking out onto the estuary!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paddleboard Paradise
Well appointed property in great location with excellent amenities and perfect for kayaking/paddleboarding
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Beautiful spot.Everything we needed
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023