The bach or beach house tradition is a Kiwi tradition that still thrives in New Zealand. Going on a long family holiday during the school vacation and the holidays is an opportunity that no Kiwi will pass up on! An incredible destination to enjoy a bach vacation is Kawau Island off the coast of Auckland. Just 45 km (30 miles) away from Auckland you can reach Kawau island from Sandspit on the mainland. Park your vehicle and take a ferry to the island for a much-awaited vacation. On Kawau explore the bus trails and come across native birds like kiwis and wood pigeons. Enjoy swimming, kayaking, fishing and other exciting water activities and spend the evenings over a home-cooked meal. Here is a list of the best Bookabach holiday homes on Kawau Island, 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. Quaint beachfront cottage with a garden near Stockyard Bay (from USD 215)
Watch the sunset on the water while lounging on your deck in this pretty cottage off the beach at Stockyard Bay. The cottage is suitable for a small family or a gathering of friends and has two bedrooms that can sleep up to five guests. It is a traditional beach house with a private wharf and kayaks for both kids and adults. Inside, the interiors are comfortable, and the kitchen has a stove, oven, microwave and grill with a variety of utensils and dishes. The flower garden outside is a beautiful sight, and the cottage is a perfect place to start exploring the island and head off for walks.
2. Luxury holiday home with a private swimming pool (from USD 547)
The sophisticated and minimalist architecture of the beach house complements the island tones of blue waters and the green bush surrounding it. A holiday here is the epitome of luxury, and it is one of the most luxurious houses on Kawau Island. It even has its own swimming pool! Although heading down to the beach has its own charm, and the house is a short walk from the beach. The house has three bedrooms, two bathrooms and sleeps around six guests. There is air-conditioning and heating in the house and it has Wifi plus a TV.
3. Charming waterfront cottage near School House Bay (from USD 231)
Soak in the sun on the full-length sun deck of this charming cottage that faces the waters of the School House Bay. The cottage has white interiors and a nautical theme with lots of windows that has light streaming in during the day. It has three bedrooms and can sleep up to six guests and has one bathroom. The kitchen is well equipped with a large twin door refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, oven and a range of utensils and dishware. There is a fireplace as well as heating making it comfortable even during the winters. You will have access to a shared private wharf and can swim straight from the front door during high tide!
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The bach itself is very comfortableThe bach is charming and equipped with everything you'd needwas a high light for the kidsFantastic bach right on the watersA magical place - the house has everything you need to have a great holidayHost:
Amazing weather we always leave totally relaxed Lex & SarahGreat location and perfect for us with our boatLois (who meet us to unlock the house) was very welcoming and friendlyI am madly in love and very depressed about having to return to reality Swimming on the door step watching the stingrays and visiting with the local dogs Definitely a holiday to remember I wil...We were six people and we all fell in love with the cute little bay and Robert's beautifully kept and well maintained houseRead more reviewsLocation:
Easy location to access walks and other activitiesBoaties Paradise is indeed a great piece of paradiseIdeal to get away from the rat racegreat near by beaches & fishing spotsReally enjoyed the BBQ's on the deck with the views across School House Bay and the tranquil surroundings
4. Ocean-facing beach house with views of School House Bay (from USD 166)
Imagine waking up with the sun shining over the clear waters of the School House Bay! This can be the start of your mornings on vacation at this beach house. The cottage is located atop a hill, a five-minute uphill walk from the wharf. It is surrounded by bush, and you will have complete privacy with the only neighbours being the friendly native birds. The house has two bedrooms, one bathroom and can sleep up to seven guests. You have to follow the Kiwi bach tradition of keeping the house clean after yourself, but you will be provided with linen and towels, unlike other homes. The kitchen has basic amenities including an oven, a grill, a microwave, and the house also has a fireplace.
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Great bach with wonderful views communication with owner excellent Hopefully will be back
5. Compact Kiwi bach just 20 minutes from the mainland (from USD 77)
If you are a small family or a couple and are eager to enjoy a beach vacation, then this is the cottage you are looking for! The little cottage off the North Cove in Kawau Island has one bedroom and sleeps up to four guests. It is surrounded by bush and beautiful views of the cove, and you will have feathered visitors like wood pigeons and tui. The home has all the comforts you need, and it has air conditioning and heating, and a well-equipped kitchen. The shower is in the house while the toilet is just outside the house. You can use the kayak and dinghy on the property and go fishing out in the cove.
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loved the garden setting and friendly & curious weka that surrounded us as we sat on the porchRead more reviewsLocation:
great place to get away from it allperfect place for a couple to get away from it alllovely location and amazing views
6. Romantic getaway on Kawau Island with harbour views
Located atop a small hill this cute cottage is a great holiday home for a couple. The cottage looks out over the Bon Accord Harbour, and you can enjoy watching the sailboats and kayaks out in the water. It is a short 15 minutes’ walk downhill to the beach, where you can swim or kayak. The cottage is easily accessible to School House Bay, Lady’s Bay and Mansion House. The interiors are homely, and there is a basic kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, oven and grill. There is a queen size bed with duvet and pillows provided, however, you have to get your own linen.
Kawau Island, Auckland 0941, NZ
19.59 km (12.2 mi) from Shakespear Regional ParkTop guest reviews
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so are the furnishings clean and modern toilet and kitchen herb garden library and board gamesfrom the generous size bedroom that accommodated a double and single bedlovely place to relax very clean comfortable beautiful view sunny deckHost:
a lovely property and a great host - thank you jennyRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location to enjoy kawauperfect place for all the track around and close to the mansion house
Book a holiday home on Kawau Island for a memorable beach vacation
Kawau Island has many wonderful holiday homes to suit every budget, and you will be assured of a great vacation when you book one from the above list of bachs. You just have to remember to follow the Kiwi bach tradition and clean up after yourself and take back your rubbish as there is no garbage collection on the island!
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