Kawhia is a lively coastal village in New Zealand famed for its hot springs along Ocean Beach. You can dig your own bath in the hot springs of the black sand beach and enjoy a soothing splash. Kawhia is also a popular fishing spot in Kiwi country. In the month of February, tourists flock to the village of Kawhia to celebrate the Kawhia Kai Festival where you will get to try the unique foods of the land cooked using traditional earthenware. Kawhia is a land of beach activities and water sports. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty and comforts of this peaceful village by staying in these top Bookabach holiday homes in Kawhia, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. House with stunning rural and sea views (from USD 92)
This beautiful house located amidst breath-taking village and sea views awaits you! The house has a spacious lounge and a closed sun deck for you to enjoy the views from inside as well as outside on all seasons of the year. This house is located at just a five-minute driving distance from the beach and is provided with a variety of features like a full kitchen, washing machine, TV, stereo, lawn, patio, and dining area. It is also notable that the nearest hot springs, Te Puia, where you can dig your own hot bath, is just a few minutes from this stunning house.
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It was a short drive to the hot water beachA very tidy home that was warm and comfortableEverything there to make it a relaxing stayLovely open house Comfy beds Close to the beach Couldn't ask for moreit was a lovely house to call home for a few days Plenty of space for adults to relax and for children to playCleanliness:
Property was spacious and spotlessly cleanVery clean and comfortable Good locationthe bach was lovely and clean and well kitted outLovely views and well-kept property inside and outOur last stop after over a week of travel Big house warm and clean and the babyHost:
but Kawhia is not very bigWonderful host thank you PatsyWe loved Kawhia and the house worked really well for two couples and a toddlerWell set up and owner Patsy is great to deal withGreat house with everything you need nice and close to the playground and water for the kidsRead more reviewsLocation:
The house offers lots of space (inside and out) and is very close to the beach and local shopping areaLocation was perfect Short walk to the villageLocation was perfect Short walk to the villageI definitely recommend this property and Patsy to families and larger groups wanting accommodation in KawhiaExcellent location & property really equipped to meet our needs apart from no BBQ
2. Beachfront studio home for couples (from USD 97)
Curl up with your favorite book and a glass of wine in this private dock set right in front of the beach. The sound of the tides will be music to your ears as you sit on the outside furniture of the lawn and enjoy a drink. This house is located close to the harbor where you can go on many fishing expeditions. This is a studio house with a spacious modern kitchen, lounge, bedding, and bathroom that is best suited for couples. This is an ideal summer getaway in Kawhia and you can easily reach the infamous Te Puia hot springs from this home.
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awesome spot very clean & tidyspectacular uninterrupted views modern clean house and friendly hostthis was the loveliest place clean high quality perfectly situated far from everywhereHost:
lots of local history friendly and accommodating hosts and some absolute serenityRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent hideout from city hassles and bustles enjoyed privacy and close proximity of nice beachthis is probably the best bach i have stayed at and the location is superbloved the quiet friendly village and the environment is pristinethis place is exactly as described peaceful and luxurious would definitely come back
3. Harborside retreat for a large family (from USD 119)
This harborside bach offers breathtaking panoramic views of the shoreline in Kawhia. You can go kayaking and fishing in the waters, spend time with locals in the bustling cafes and restaurants of the village, go on a biking tour, or simply spend the day playing with your kids on the beach. Everything you require for an ideal beach vacation is available in this stunning house. This home is provided with daily housekeeping services which is another big plus. This is a well-furnished and fully equipped bach in Aotea designed to provide a blissful stay for you and your family.
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shower bar rusty pillows yellow etcThe bach is comfortable and spacious and has everything needed for the holidayThe Bach was well equipped and easy to accessMy only criticism is : would be nice if shower curtain was not mouldyA wonderful place to stay for a family - we and our seven children were comfortably accommodated right by the beach and enjoyed the area very much Lots to do in the AoteaHost:
Well furnished roomy bach which easily accommodated our extended family of seven over a weekennd Fiireplace quickly heated up entire houseGreat location Very spacious and comfortable house with an awesome deck and superb viewsOnce again a wonderful holiday in your house Loretta Great weather for many hours (and meals) spent on your deck with the amazing views Lots of fun in the double kayak Thanks so muchA great deck with outdoor furniture and umbrella Really enjoyed the peaceful spot with a lovely walk along the harbour edgeBut I had small disappointment about cleaning and how organize the house was Drawers in main bedroom was not cleaned and the wardrobes in others rooms were full of blankets children's games or to...Read more reviewsLocation:
While perhaps a better "Kiwi Bach" and the weather terrible a brilliant place to stay to get away from the crowdsGreat little place for a family getaway Very friendly little community in a great locationAnother wonderful stay in a beautiful locationGreat location and views with easy access to beachAmazing location on the waterfront with incredible views across to the sculpted sandhills
4. Child-friendly abode just minutes away from town (from USD 86)
Monty’s is a child-friendly holiday home located close to the town in a waterfront setting. This house has spacious rooms with clean beds and great ventilation. The house is decorated with a perfect mix of modern and vintage furniture. Smoking is allowed outside the holiday home. You can also rent kayaks and boats at a short distance from the house. Monty’s is a clean and welcoming home away from home. Spend the day surfcasting, fishing, kayaking, and bathing in hot springs just minutes away from the bach.
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The beds are good and amenities adequate A side table in one of the bedrooms would be usefulThe beds were so comfortable it was hard to get up the next morningThe 4 stars is just that the flat is a bit older and musty but has everything you need ThanksVery spacious for a 2 bedroom unit that can easily sleep 6 peopleWe had everything we needed and more right at our fingertipsCleanliness:
Montys is very clean and tidyWas a very comfortable and clean place to staythe whole beach house flow through the unit Lovely little kitchen spaceThe dwelling was clean tidy and very well presentedso we wanted to leave it in immaculate condition before we departedHost:
The owner was very helpful and directed us to some places that made our short break even betterhope all is well with your wife and mother in-law Definitely will be backThe owner was helpful friendly and had lots of advice and information of the local area I would recommend this accommodation to friends and familySuper clean well equiped handy to everywhereRooms are well presented ventilated and immaculate Love the mix of modern and vintage furnitureRead more reviewsLocation:
This is a very pleasant place with good access to a patio looking out over a well maintained and interesting backyard and garden and to a shady side pathClose to town and easy to get around the areaThe town centre is in easy walking distance We will stay againPlans changed so we were just in and out
5. Gorgeous, comfortable holiday home (from USD 92)
This is a spacious holiday house with outdoor seating arrangements and a lawn area for you to relax during breezy evenings. The house has modern and minimalist decor and can accommodate a maximum of seven guests. This Kawhia holiday home has a full kitchen with microwave, oven, and dishes. There are washing and dining facilities provided in the house. Guests can also request for linens on an additional cost basis. This house is a great place for short-term as well as long-term stays as it is located close to the main village area as well as the beach. Te Puia hot springs are just a few minutes’ walk away from this gorgeous holiday home.
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Very tidy and comfortable house with all you need Excellent locationEverything you need supplied Tons of room Easy parking Big deck and grass area although no privacy for the outdoor areaclean and tidy plenty of roomCleanliness:
Great loacation Lovely clean and tidy house with everything we neededsuper clean and well appointedHost:
Our Host Patsy was very niceClean and tidy Warm and welcoming Location was perfect for usReally lovely decor useful layoutWe had a great time Good fishing:)Patsy was super helpful and very efficient and replying to all of our messagesRead more reviewsLocation:
Great house on big section Lots of room for everyoneImmaculately presented and newly refurbished houseGreat house immaculate presentation Everything you could need there Loved it and returning again soonPatsy is a lovely hostessPatsy is a lovely hostess
6. Hilltop haven overlooking the sea (from USD 88)
Set right in the center of the Kawhia village on a hilltop, this sea-facing holiday home is a great place to spend both summers and winters in New Zealand. This amazing home is just a couple of minutes away from the nearest golf course and fishing charters. It is notable that this compact home is not suitable for kids. The house has a large deck with outdoor furniture offering fantastic ocean views. This is a non-smoking property. To reach this elevated, cozy little home guests have to walk a short distance up-hill from the parking space.
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the bach is well appointed with a comfortable rustic feelCleanliness:
facilities are comfortable clean and as describedHost:
extremely helpful and accommodating hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
ideal location for recharging the mental batterieskawhia is a fantastic place to get away from everythinga perfect place to relaxlovely place to relax and get away for a weekenda wonderful place to stop and watch the world go by
7. Well-appointed bach on the Aotea harbor (from USD 92)
This bach is located lining the pristine and fabulous west coast Aotea harbor of New Zealand. It is located close to Ocean Beach where you can dig your own hot tub in its springs and enjoy a blissful bath. The lovely bach has a large flat lawn where you can set up tents and enjoy the pleasant night weather. It has an outdoor deck and dining facility, indoor modern kitchen, lounge, bedrooms, and enclosed barbecue area on the back. You can go fishing, swimming against the tide, kayaking, surfing, try horse treks, and much more at an easy distance from this holiday home.
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a very comfortable bach with a great view looking over the harbourlots of blankets easy to operate tv oven and stove work perfectly fineit was very comfortable and had everything we neededvery comfortable bach with friendly neighbors and communityCleanliness:
clean and tidy everything you need for your stayvery clean and great locationbach was clean and comfortable and owners are very easy to communicate withHost:
locals are friendly and we even saw a fur seal swimming out in front of uslocal's are super friendly and very welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
can not fault the locationrecommend the sunset both from the bach and from the walk at the end of lawton driveplayground close by for the kids really friendly neighbours and superb sunsetslovely cosy bach amazing location so close to the beach and a great view from the loungesuberb location house had everything we needed great for r and r kids and dog
8. Private bach with enclosed deck and kayaks
This pet-friendly waterfront bach in Aotea is the technology-free getaway that you are looking for in the Kiwi country. This beach holiday home has a stunning, perfectly maintained lawn with an outdoor dining area. You can also grab a drink and relax with water views at the enclosed deck and glass veranda. The house has a wonderful collection of CDs, DVDs, board games, and books for you to enjoy your stay indoors during winters. Guests can make use of the two kayaks, sun lounge, and barbecue facilities available in this beautiful home. You are also allowed to smoke in the outside deck.
37.51 km (23.4 mi) from Waitomo Glowworm CavesAccommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
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The views from the deck and the sun room are amazingthe kids enjoyed fishing off the rocks right in the back yardWe took our 2 medium sized dogs who enjoyed meeting the locals pets and got to sleep in the conservatory (what a treat)Beds were like hotel beds and linenthe shower head is a really good oneAmazing views of the harbour great outdoor space and the fire keeps you toasty when it is a bit colderCleanliness:
Internally' Spacious extremely clean and well stockedHost:
was super helpful with the stayAn absolute gem Location was perfect with an enclosed alfresco outdoor entertaining area as well as a large sun deck all with Harbour views and water at the end of the lawnWe arrived to a beautifully kept house with hotel linen and even a fresh bag of marshmallows to toast on the fire GeoffWe spent great time there and well recharged after our short holidays Hope will come back againWe have absolutely no complaints about either the bach or the locationRead more reviewsLocation:
A magic place friendly community and enjoyed every minute of it was lovely and safe for our dogsvery peaceful and sunny Thanks for letting out this lovely well equipped place and also providing linen which is much appreciatedGreat location immaculately clean with thoughtfull extras like marshmellows to roast an a excellent selection of breakfast cereals and spreads to have on toast (supplied)comfortable awesome get away placeis a great place to get away from the rat race of city living and relax We will be back xEDxB1x8DCheers Dean and Sarah
Kawhia waterfront homes for an ideal Kiwi holiday
Kawhia ia a beautiful village that offers a peaceful ocean-side getaway in New Zealand. Kawhia’s harborside region is lined with a number of well-equipped and spacious holiday homes that offer a worry-free stay for you and your loved ones. Enjoy the pleasant weather of the land and experience its unique water activities by staying in these comfortable Kiwi bachs. Kawhia’s hot springs and sandy beaches await you!
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