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In the heart of Oakura Village Shops & only 5-10 min walk to beach & river

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Oakura, Taranaki
  • Oakura Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Shearer Reserve
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Back Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • New Plymouth (NPL)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Oakura

On river.Your stay at this Oakura vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Oakura Library and Oakura Beach. Also, Corbett Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Shearer Reserve is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Oakura Beach - 8 min walk
  • Taranaki Base Hospital - 12 min drive
  • Pukekura Park - 14 min drive
  • Fitzroy Beach - 16 min drive
  • Bowl of Brooklands - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • New Plymouth (NPL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Locals Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Salty Dog Cafe & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪High Tide - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Sand Pizzeria and Bistro - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Manou's Cafe & Restaurant - ‬11 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.

In the heart of Oakura Village Shops & only 5-10 min walk to beach & river

Tucked away down a drive in the heart of Oakura, lies this old style Hansel and Gretel house. All you need is to stroll up the drive and you have all the funky little cafes, restaurants, bars and 4 square at your finger tips. Or just a 5- 10 minute stroll down the road, you can soak up the beach vibes, sitting at a popular restaurant on the beach called Black Sands, sipping a cold wine or beer while watching the children play on the sand or watching the sunset. If the beach is not where you are at, you can walk a short walk and you will be at the river. Which ever takes your fancy, it is all accessible. If you are up for the surf, just down the road on state highway 45 are all the popular surf breaks.

When you walk into this Hansel and Gretel style house you will feel like its your home away from home. It is not the brand spanking new home that makes you feel like you cannot relax, It is a home that allows you to be you and have the sense of relaxation while on holiday.


SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

There are 3 good sized rooms, PLUS a landing area upstairs

BEDROOM 1 ........1x King size bed
BEDROOM 2.........1x Queen size bed
BEDROOM 3.........1x Queen Bed
LANDING COMMON AREA.......3x single beds.

2 Toilets
1 Bath & Shower downstairs

There is a great lawn for that back yard cricket and of course all private. Also a trampoline for the kids.

There are two Sleepeouts but these will be locked.

PARKING
There is room for 4 cars to park down the drive.


SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

The home sleeps 9 comfortably.
The maximum guests is 9

CHECK IN 3pm
CHECK OUT 10AM

EARLY CHECK IN NOON $40 (if I can arrange this)
LATE CHECK OUT 11.30am $40 (if can be arranged)

LINEN
Please bring your own linen (sheets ), if sheets are required this can be arranged if really needed, at a one off cost of $65
Towels are supplied
Pillows supplied and pillow cases
All Duvets and blankets supplied


The house is fully cleaned after every stay and then disinfected by myself.

CLEANING FEE - This is included in the price, (if you leave the house clean and tidy as you found it).



NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: clean AND vacuum the house and do the dishes before you leave.

Property manager

Mel

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (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 available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Hansel Gretel Home in Oakura
Hansel Gretel Home in Oakura 5 minutes walk to the beach

In the heart of Oakura Village Shops & only 5-10 min walk to beach & river Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kait O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous family bach
Loved it here. Nice, quiet place with good access to food. Near the beach. Very homely feel with lots of comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Efficient friendly communications. Brilliant location for our purposes (a band performing at Butlers Reef).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stay
Nice house
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Melanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Oakura Convenience
Great location, cosy fireplace and would suit small or large groups. We had a fabulous time and would definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
Lovely house with all you need. Great location and communication with owner
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

Liked: Cleanliness
An awesome place to stay with family and/or friends
It is a lovely house in a beautiful setting. The communications was great and instant. I would not hesitate to book the house again for my next visit. Thanks a lot :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

kate l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal location
Really handy having a family friendly restaurant across the road. Nice lawn, great house
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location & Spacious
Had everything we needed. Great location. Very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and privacy
A great house in a great location. Super easy to communicate with host. Great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARIA P.

Liked: Cleanliness
MPW BBach
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness
Cheerful and pleasant
Thanks for letting us stay at your house. It was an excellent home to meet up with my family — and also to relax after tramping around Taranaki. Lots of space for the eight of us and a big lawn to enjoy the sun in the evening. We had a great time playing in the waves on the nearby beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Awesome place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

blair r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family House
This was a great property for our two young families. Had a great back yard and trampoline. All services were great. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Thanks for a great place to stay and so handy to all we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maddison F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil haven
The ultimate stay for a weekend of relaxation & rest. Thanks u to Mel & her whānau 😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay, would recommend!
Loved staying at this bach. Great location and communication with Mel was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome kiwi bach
Great time, great communication, highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Grant F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Only just ok
Very cold with no apparent heating apart from a fire (that ran out of wood)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darcy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Post volleyball recover stay
Good home for anyone who is interested in staying in the area for the night. Four square and Butlers Reef nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable
Nice, spacious and clean house. The fire kept us warm and the beds were comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot to stay
We stayed for a couple of nights with 2 young children. The house is well off the road with ample room for the kids to run around plus the trampoline! The house was clean and tidy with plenty of room for us. The location was great with a 4 square across the road and a few eateries near by - recommend the Cafe at the top of the driveway and the caravan serving Mexican treats by the BP. The beach is a short walk away and if the weather had been better we would have been down there more often. Great communication from owner - Thank you! We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back when we are down that way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan W., Masterton

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
Perfect spot, great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kurtis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
Easy as, nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Jo R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Great location. Quick communication from owner whenever I contacted her.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value for money
Really nice accommodation for family holiday. Very helpful and friendly host. Handy to beach and shops, cafe etc. Loved all the feijoas!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022