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On the beach, sun loungers
Interior
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
On the beach, sun loungers

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Pukehina, Bay of Plenty
  • Motunau Park
    1 min walk
  • Pukehina Beach
    5 min walk
  • Hippy Pipi Tavern & Takeaways
    1 min walk
  • Rotorua (ROT-Rotorua Regional)
    53 min drive

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About the area

Pukehina

On the beach.At this vacation home, you'll be steps from Motunau Park and within a 10-minute walk of Pukehina Beach. Midway Park and Palm Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Motunau Park - 1 min walk
  • Pukehina Beach - 5 min walk
  • Maramarua Park - 5 min drive
  • Seabreeze Park - 6 min drive
  • Mount Maunganui Beach - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Tauranga (TRG) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maketu Pies - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Maketu Beachside Cafe & Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Pukehina Beach Store & Takeaways - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fush and Chups Paengaroa - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Pukehina Local - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Ocean views from The Gin Trap


The Gin Trap is a 1960s Kiwi Bach, but with the mod cons of unlimited wi-fi, smart TV and heatpump. You don't get much closer than this to the beach, sleeping up to six guests across three bedrooms, making this an ideal getaway spot for the family holiday or couples looking for an escape. Perfectly situated on the beachfront, with direct beach access off the lawn to the ocean for swims and long days spent on the sand. Wash off the days sand in the hot outdoor shower. Dinners will be a breeze, with the well equippt kitchen and BBQ available. This is a bach with simple furnishings, a large front deck, along with a spacious section. For those cooler nights, the heatpump will keep you cosy while watching a movie on the Smart TV with Freeview, Netflix or maybe enjoy a game night with one of the many board games on offer. The home is split level - with the Kitchen, Dining, Living, along with Bedroom 2 and 3 on the first level. Both Bedrooms have Queen size beds with drawers underneath for extra storage. The Master bedroom offering a King Size Bed with wardrobe, along with the bathroom on the upper level NB: reached by a small staircase of 5 stairs.
Cleaning fee is $150 which includes all linen, along with Beach Towels.

This home is not only a great base for the beach, but also for exploring near by. With just a 15min drive to Te Puke, 30mins to Mt Maunganui and Tauranga (via toll road) or 40mins to Rotorua and Whakatane. The BP station to refuel your boat is only 5 mins down the road.

*Cleaning fee $150 includes linen
*Please use beach access and stay off the Dunes
*Vaping and Smoking outside only
*Strictly NO parties!
*NB: There is 5 stairs to the King Room and Bathroom
*Dog Friendly. Max 2 $50 per stay
*Maximum of 6 people on this property at any one time
*All Beds new 2020

**Prices are seasonal. Change of nightly charge depends on the time period of the year

Property manager

Rachelle Douglas

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

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

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 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 fire extinguisher and 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
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Ocean views from The Gin Trap Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet place
Loved the place the only disappointment was not getting a reply from the manager and having to email the owner because I wasn’t told the tv was via the internet. Owner was more than helpful on all occasions
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gin Trap
Cool cozy Bach that had everything we needed for few days away to relax & catch some sun - our pooch also enjoyed sunbathing whilst taking in the beautiful ocean view 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Amazing location and aspect, the photos don’t do it justice! Confortable, welcoming home and wonderful to have use of the Bach games water toys. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wairoarians
Paradise
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Place
Quaint kiwi bach with hotel quality beds and linen. The stay was made more enjoyable being able to bring a very important member of our family ‘Reef our furbaby’
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway place
Loved this place - it worked perfectly for just me but would have loved to have a few girlfriends with me to hang out with and it would have been the perfect place to stay for the weekend. Small and quaint with everything one might need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous spot
Loved our stay at the Gin Trap, best part was the view over Tauranga Moana, whether sitting on the sand dunes watching the waves roll in or on the deck watching the kids and dog playing in the yard. House was super comfortable with everything you need and the host lovely to communicate with. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best family home!
The beach was really nice and the scenery was really good, but more than that, everything in the house, beds, etc. was clean and nice to stay. It's the best place to heal quietly with your family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally C.

Liked: Cleanliness
As amazing as expected
A good ol kiwi bach right on the beach with everything you could need for an enjoyable stay. Thank you to the hosts for sharing their slice of with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecil B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Front Beauty
We stayed a week and swam and played in the surf, -just a great place with a well stocked kitchen for us to cook and relax. The lovely large deck and outdoor shower were a nice bonus. The beach here is exceptional for walking and playing, and not many people either, often just the 2 of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend for friends wedding
Great kiwi batch awesome location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pukehina heaven
What an amazing Bach right on the beach! Beds were comfortable, plenty of space with fabulous outdoor porch area for relaxing / eating, all the necessary amenities. The sound of the ocean surf at night made it heaven!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy T., Fairview Downs

Liked: Cleanliness
AWSUM
I loved having the beach directly out the back yard with private access. I left the window open at night so I could hear the crashing of the waves. The view was amazing. The interior of the house was not large but it catered well for the 3 of us. It was tidy and it was great we didn't have to cart blankets and towels etc and were given a complimentary snack pack, thank you. It had everything as described in the description with a humangous deck. Thank you for hosting us and would definitely highly recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Amazing
Such a beautiful location, we loved all the decor - very cool, beds were super comfy, stunning views over the sea, wished our stay was longer, would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ayron B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
It was simply just beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Amazing location. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pre-Xmas retreat
Perfect Bach. It has everything you need for a great stay, and then some…like being able to light a fire on the beach and marshmallow forks provided! Lovely linen; perfect position; beautiful empty beach; very helpful and quickly responsive communication. Thank you.. we could have stayed a month…
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hospitality and space right on the beach. We had a fantastic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Racheal C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay
Our family really enjoyed our stay at this bach. The location is excellent, couldn’t get a better view. Communication with the host was great, we had everything we needed and more. Little touch’s like the hammock on the deck and the beach toys in the shed made the kids day ! We will definitely return .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeny B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Gin trap indeed!
Beautiful view and stunning location! Very clean. Supper lovely host ♥️ House has everything that you need to call it your holiday home
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The PERFECT Bach!!
The property owner was beyond fabulous, her communication was excellent and the information provided was very helpful. The property is just as described and was the perfect beach getaway. The outdoor shower really is a treat (highly recommend!!). The houseis beautifully presented and clean, and has absolutely everything you could need for a great weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Kiwi Bach
We had a lovely relaxing stay here with our dog - highly recommended! 👍😊
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate T., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific @ the Gin Trap
Loved our proximity to the beach for long dog walks - great having a park etc next door. Very comfy beds & good quality bed linen. A really wonderful little beach suburb - not too busy. Maketu, near by, is worth a visit - famous pies & a fabulous seaside cafe. Thank you Rachelle ♥️
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Great little bach! Has everything you need and the location is awesome! Our dog had a great time too and was very welcomed by host. Rach is a great communicator. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023