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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Matheson Bay, Leigh
  • Mathesons Bay
    4 min walk
  • Reptile Park
    17 min walk
  • Leigh Bar and Eatery
    17 min walk
  • Leigh Fish and Chips
    19 min walk

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About the neighborhood

Leigh

With a stay at this vacation home in Leigh, you'll be near the beach, a 4-minute walk from Mathesons Bay and a 2-minute drive from Reptile Park. .This vacation home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Leigh Marine Reserve and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Goat Island.
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What's nearby

  • Mathesons Bay - 4 min walk
  • Goat Island - 6 min drive
  • Matakana Village - 12 min drive
  • Omaha Beach Golf Club - 18 min drive
  • Omaha Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪8 Wired Brewing - Barrelworks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Sawmill Brewery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Morris & James Pottery Tileworks & Cafe Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Leigh Fish and Chips - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Farmer's Daughter - ‬13 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.

Classic Kiwiana bach

Classic 'Kiwiana' bach set in bush above Matheson Bay, Leigh. Private and sunny, surrounded by native bush and bird life with view of sea and Coromandel Peninsula. A few minutes walk down to safe, swimming beach with good snorkelling/ diving. Perfect retreat in all seasons - open the doors to let the summer breeze flow or snuggle up with woodburner to create cosy 'bolthole'. A 1970s bach ideally suited to small families or couples within an hour's drive from Auckland. Visit the nearby Leigh township, Sawmill cafe, Goat Island, or Pakiri. Omaha Beach, Tawharanui Regional Park and the Matakana Coast wineries are a short drive away along with Matakana village with its market, restaurants, shops and cinemas. Games, books/mags, kids toys, and dvds to keep you or the children amused.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

brycan114

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not 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
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

Property is also known as

Classic Kiwiana Bach House Matheson Bay
Classic Kiwiana Bach House
Classic Kiwiana Bach Leigh
Classic Kiwiana Bach Private vacation home
Classic Kiwiana Bach Private vacation home Leigh
Classic Kiwiana Bach Leigh
Classic Kiwiana Bach Leigh
Classic Kiwiana Bach Private vacation home
Classic Kiwiana Bach Private vacation home Leigh

Classic Kiwiana bach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alistair C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private quiet weekend close to coast
We spent Labour Weekend in this very comfy bach surrounded by native bush and birds. Lovely walk down to Matheson Bay, and car trips in the wider area. Lovely deck for meals and coffees. Great communication with host. Thanks for an awesome stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Julia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Bach with Seaviews
We really enjoyed our stay at this cute bach near Matheson Bay. It was comfortable and well-equipped and had a very homey feel. Loved the sea views from the deck and the birdsong in the bush.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Neil S.

Misleading and Unfair
We have been charged for 3 people staying at this property when we booked for and only had 2 staying. Despite sending an email we have no response and feel as though thereis dishonesty going on.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M., Felton, Santa Cruz County

Liked: Cleanliness
A sweet little bach
Nice place that seemed like a family vacation home. Nothing fancy, but very private and a good location and view.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Matheson Bay retreat
Lovely dinky 2 bedroom Bach in original condition! Comfortable and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey and Aaron H.

Great Family Bach Feel
We loved the location of this wee bach. Nestled into a small forest and very private, yet so close to the beach and walk way. Had a great family bach type feel with great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholai B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Beautiful place for a family getaway. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Carole

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too much stuff in bedroom and no hanging space - on the plus side much better than the images shown Also plenty of equipment in kitchen and spacious deck - unable to use as rained most of the time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serena V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent bach
Perfect spot for our weekend away
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Rose P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect City Break
We had 2 nights away, and feel so relaxed. The bach is ORIGINAL! It's part of the charm and we loved it. Thank you for sharing your home with us. We had a great time. Mel & Ollie
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
Lovely place to stay would recommend it. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing place to stay.
Very cosy old style NZ bach, very comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

wendyl B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cost cottage
Charming retro cottage in quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
So cute we loved it! Games, books, bush and birds were amazing. Lovely area with gorgeous waterfalls and beaches to explore. We had good swim in our wetsuits. Great fired kept us warm and dry. Had everything we needed wish we could live there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aimee H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Bach
Such a beautiful, clean and very kid friendly bach! Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jedda F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!!
Absolutely adored this wee home. Would definitely love to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucile M.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing location
in the forest, with sea views and super close by the beach, we had a very good stay, and it was easy with 2 kids 5 4 and 1 years old). Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

The house needed a good air out as it was dusty, other than that the house and location is lovely.
We spent the weekend in Leigh for a wedding. Waking up to mother nature with a view of the ocean was a perfect way to start off our day. The house was easy to find. A good distant between Leigh and Matakana. Having board games and books to read was a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven
Everything a bach should be!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Celia

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay here! The surrounding nature is beautiful and you can see the ocean through the trees from the balcony. One of the bedrooms is really for kids but we spent most of the time outside anyway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Matheson Bay
The house is a lovely, well equipped traditional bach set in an amazing native wood which includes kauri trees and a view of the sea. Unfortunately we were staying when Cyclone Gabrielle struck and experienced long periods of power outage. We survived using the excellent woodburner to boil water and cook, and could access water from the garden tanks. Not the holiday we anticipated, but the house kept us safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharona H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This property was clean and tidy, it meet all our requirements. The location was brilliant. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

CHEN

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay
One of us stayed here in December 2019 with family visiting from England and we all totally adored the bach and gorgeous surrounds This time some of same family returned and this time was just as,if not even more, wonderful. Bach is immaculate, cosy and comfy. Bush and birds surrounds are spectacular plus beautiful bush walk to best swimming beach Thank you so much for sharing this magic place Hope to be back Carin
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023