Looking for a laid-back destination for your next vacation? Check out Foxton Beach, a small community in the Horowhenua District of the Manawatu-Wanganui region of New Zealand’s North Island. An off-beat place, Foxton Beach is known for its beaches, bird sanctuary, art, and history. From swimming to surfing, horse riding to wakeboarding and landboarding, various activities await you at Foxton Beach. Visit the De Molen Windmill and indulge in the Dutch culture, experience the boardwalk along the riverbanks or enjoy river fishing in the Manawatu River, take a ride on a horse-drawn tram, or visit some cafés and relish the best fish and chips. This charming little town is also famous for the Manawatu River estuary due to its ornithological significance, especially with its migratory birds. Another highlight of the place is the abundance of vacation homes. If you wish to spend your holidays here, check out the best Bookabach holiday homes in Foxton Beach.
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. A family-friendly house for a perfect vacation (from USD 104)
Enjoy a house surrounded by a garden and an abundance of privacy and space all to yourself. This fully fenced house is best suited for six guests and has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The front porch is an ideal space to spend a great time with family or friends. The well-equipped kitchen includes a microwave, dishwasher, oven, and fridge/freezer. Kids will love the ambiance as the property also has a swing hanging off a lovely big pine tree. They can also play with toys, trikes, scooters, dolls stroller, toy lawnmower, see-saw, tennis and badminton rackets, cricket set, and boogie boards. Another highlight is a sleepout adjoined to the garage with bunks. The house is located 200 meters (219 yards) from Foxton Reserve, Duckpond, Skate Park, a BMX track, a playground, and three tennis courts. Guests can also take a short walk to the local cafe and ice cream shop or to the local fish-and-chip shop down the road. The estuary, river, boat club, and bushwalks are also nearby.
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Bach has everything you need but need to take your own bedding and towels etc Very comfortable bedOur young children from 2 to 8 had a fabulous time here with the cupboards stocked with toyspirate beds princess bunkroomLovely big tree with a swing in the backyardThe bach was gorgeous and the location fantasticHost:
So well set up for kids with the gardenThe house is well equipped with all kitchen requirements and there was a great array of DVD's games and toysThe house is very warm and there are lovely outside areas to use Communication with the owner was great and good clear instructions given Thank you Jeffawesome yard and lots of toys Highly recommendDelightful beach house very homely feel with comfy beds Ideal for families with lots of toys bikes etc to keep the young folk entertained Short walk to beach & estuary We will be back thanks JeffRead more reviewsLocation:
The location was great not far at all from the parks and tennis courtsalso cricket bat and soccer ballLovely Bach close to the beach and park on a lovely sectiona tree swing and lots of bikesskate park and super cool BMX track Bit of a walk across the dunes to get to the beach
2. Great family beach house with ocean views (from USD 64)
This simple beach house with not many luxuries to boast about except for the stunning ocean view is a great choice for a small or medium group. Perfect for families, this Bach is a well-furnished house with all amenities including fridge and freezer, microwave, washing machine, dryer, TV, and a well-equipped kitchen. The large backyard and a range of children toys are available including sand toys, puzzles, toy basket, and kids’ books. This four-bedroom house is located 200 meters (219 yards) from local cafés. Only minutes to Foxton Reserve, a playground, three tennis courts, and Skate Park, this property is close to a lot of places of interest. It is also just five minutes down the road to Foxton shops, working Dutch Windmill, and swimming pools. Guests can also enjoy the sunset and listen to the waves from the deck or the lounge.
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very sorry we forgot to turn the hot water offFelt right at home as soon as we arrived Nice relaxed feel with everything we needed Plenty of room with enough bedrooms to segregate the snorers Would definitely stay againclean loads of room for the familyThe place will be in need of a flooring and furniture upgrade soon lot of wear and teareverything you need in a holiday bachHost:
BBQ & Beach toys available was a great successThe owner was accommodating as we extended our stay twiceSecond time we have stayed here Great batch with a really homely feel Worked really well for the 6 of us Barbeque could use an upgrade and the decor is from the 80sIf you're looking for a reasonably priced family home with extensive views very close to the beachNice place with lovely views suitable for kids close to the beachRead more reviewsLocation:
but it is a beach houseGreat location and heaps of spacebut perhaps thats part of its charmbut it turned out fineJust a short walk to the sandy flat beach with lifeguards
3. Beautiful little bach close to the beach
This three-bedroom Bach that can sleep five guests is a great choice for those who want a place close to the beach. With a living room, dining space, kitchen, and one bathroom, the house is located in a quiet street only five minutes away from cafés and restaurants. The area is a popular fishing spot, especially for white baiting.
Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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Great basic tidy little bachMy stay at number 8 was very good beds are comfortableonly thing old number 8 could do with was a shower and a clean bbq if I come back to foxton I would stay againThe light in one of the rooms needs looking at makes a noise when turned on also the shed door belowalthough I missed having a showerCleanliness:
Was a typical kiwi bach and the beds were really comfyHost:
Great location slightly unclean has the basicsthe front door lock not being secure and a flickering light/faulty switch - the owner says he is getting these fixed before the next people staywhat a beautiful beach there was love to visit in the summertime Many thanksSallyGreat location so close to beach and a really nice cafe/restaurant Great section and decking Would definately stay there againOnly downside was the shower curtain for the bathroom door Owner replied to questions promptly and was helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
A great location just a few minutes walk from the beachBeautiful little batch in a great location in FoxtonQuiet neighborhood in a good locationWalking distance to the beachThis is a friendly and well equipped bach within easy walk to the beach and we liked itThere were a couple of problems with
4. Art deco/retro-style Kiwi bach with panoramic views (from USD 69)
Located on top of a hill, this beautiful house has the best beach, mountain, and water views. This art deco/retro-style kiwi Bach has three bedrooms, a dining room with a sunporch off one side, a modern functional kitchen, a sheltered deck, and other outdoor spots for lounging. The house is just a three-minute walk away from the river and two minutes away from a large recreational park with brand new pump track. Guests can also enjoy swimming, kite surfing, paddle boarding, fishing, white baiting, bowling club, world-class estuary, and the playground and park, all at a walkable distance. It is five minutes to the windmill, National Sound and Movie Museum, the horse-drawn tram (available on Sundays), Awahou Boardwalk, Foxton murals, Seaview Gardens, and the Flax Museum.
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Lovely views and plenty of sun opportunities; we would love to stay againNext morning no hot waterNext morning no hot waterA well-presented property with everything we needed for a four-day stay Plenty of extra bedding for cold nightsOnce the fire was lit it was nice and warm and it had everything one would need for a relaxing time awayCleanliness:
Great clean place at good ratesIt was walkable to the Ocean Eatery fish and chip shop and FourHost:
We had a great relaxing time and the owner was very helpfulNice tidy bach close to the beach owners very helpful when I had to unexpectedly change plansFirstly the owners are so kind and allowed me to changed our booked days with no fuss and plenty of understandingThank you We enjoyed our stay and great location and views and having park so close was great for kidsnext door Thanks for the lovely eveningRead more reviewsLocation:
A great place to come to if you're in to bird-watchingGlad to get away and property was fine except for hot waterGlad to get away and property was fine except for hot waterThe elevated position of the house gave a good view of the estuary and surrounding areaIt had lots of games and a nice big garden
5. Modest well-equipped cottage close to the beach (from USD 62)
A simple well-equipped house to spend a perfect family vacation, this beautiful three-bedroom Bach will help you unwind. A living room, dining space, kitchen, a garage full of toys for adults and kids, a large front lawn, a deck with hexagonal table to seat six, and a large sun umbrella are the facilities awaiting you at the house. You can walk to the beach in five minutes and enjoy swimming and boogie boarding when the surf patrol is out and slide down sand dunes when the water isn’t warm enough. Go tadpoling or duck feeding, BMXing or cycle skills riding, forest walking, tennis, skateboarding, or riding scooters all less than five minutes’ walk away. There is no TV or WiFi here so you can turn the vacation mode on in all aspects.
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very cozy and comfortable and everything you needHas all basic amenities you needKitchen well equipped Nice modern bathroomThe only thing that was a bit disappointing was the lack of privacy butIt was great comfortable beds good showerCleanliness:
Rose Cottage was clean tide andthe Bach itself was lovely and had everything we needed even awesome knives for preparing foodA lovely peaceful spacious clean and very convenient place to stay Would book againHost:
well set up and holmely loved itGreat spot lovely stroll to beach andOne comment would recommend a high viz strip on floor to highlight small step Beautiful cottage very well appointed brilliant locationRead more reviewsLocation:
quiet location and a cafe 2 minutes walk awayA great bach in a superb locationGreat location Perfect kiwi Bach to get away from the city Clean and tidyClassic kiwi bach in great locationGood location local to the beach and amenities a well kitted out kitchen
6. Stunning bach by the ocean perfect for a large group (from USD 123)
If you are planning a vacation with a group of friends or families, this is the best bet. This five-bedroom Bach can accommodate nineteen guests. Situated in a quiet location, the house is just a short walk away from the beach, Ocean Beach Eatery, and Ice Cream parlor. A fully fenced back garden area, large deck with outdoor lighting, plenty of seating, and a barbecue make the property a great place for spending quality time together. The house includes a living and dining space and a well-equipped kitchen. Facilities include TV, WiFi, washer and dryer, heater, DVD player, refrigerator, oven, and grill.
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The property was ideal for a larger gathering with plenty of beds rooms adequate bathroom/ toilets and good sized open plan living area there was also a large deck with plenty of seating and a g...Only thing was that the shower in back rooms didn't workCleanliness:
the new bathrooms with gas hot water are fabulousHost:
The owner made great communication and was on call for any questionsHad a wonderful family weekend at this holiday home Met all our requirements and more Clean tidy and spacious Great for little children Recommend this accommodation to othersLots of room for all the family and kidsWas as close to the beach as I had hoped however this wasn't a problem Needs to have a safety guard around the log burner-unable to use it with the grandchildren staying Enough other heating to k...forest walks to the sand dunesRead more reviewsLocation:
Great location just 5 minutes walk from the beachThe location is good for lower north island as it is easy to get to for people coming from north or southThe sleep out was perfect for the boys and the house perfect for the whole groupA brilliant quiet location allowed for great relaxing experience Plenty of room and excellent outdoor area to eat drink and be merry
7. Pleasant beach cottage close to Ocean Beach
With three bedrooms that can sleep nine guests, this lovely beach cottage is an ideal choice for a relaxing vacation. Located at the end of a no-exit road adjacent to a reserve, this property is a great choice for all seasons. Enjoy your stay in this cozy Bach, with a fully fenced garden and amenities including a well-equipped kitchen, fireplace, washing machine, outdoor grill, and two bathrooms. The property is just five minutes’ walk through the sand hills to Ocean Beach.
Foxton Beach, NZ
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Choose one of the best Bookabach holiday homes in Foxton Beach from the list above and discover this quaint little town all by yourself. Explore the parks and reserves, enjoy all the recreational activities, and take home picturesque memories from here.
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