Matapouri is a beautiful coastal city in New Zealand popular with tourists year-round for its pristine white beaches and rich indigenous culture. While in Matapouri, guests can take a stroll by the Matapouri Bay, take a boat out to the Poor Knights Islands for a bit of snorkelling, or go to Woolleys Bay for some sand, sun and surfing. While in Matapouri, you might be on the lookout for a holiday home close to the beach, perfect for a sunny getaway with family and friends. Whether you are on the lookout for a spacious villa by the beach or a modern townhouse perfect for kids, there will be an option available for you. To make it more convenient for you we have listed the best Bookabach holiday homes in Matapouri, 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. Gorgeous holiday home with beach view (from USD 308)
This five-bedroom holiday home houses up to eleven people, making it perfect for beach getaways with large groups of friends and family. It is a short walk away from an estuary, where guests can bird watch and venture into the mangroves using the two paddle boards provided by the host. Other activities include golfing in Ngunguru, horse trekking around Sandy Bay and surfing in Sandy Bay, all the activity destinations are just a short drive away from the beach home.
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young and old This is a large bach with plenty of room and excellent facilitiesThe beds were super-comfortable and kitchen was well-equippedWell equipped and right on the beachfrontThe view from the upstairs master bedroom is magnificentBest position on the beach in our opinion Our elderly parents find the stairs a little difficult but the view from the master bedroom is magnificent Super-comfortable beds Well equipped kitchenHost:
I am in love with Matapouri and in love with this bachWe visited in the winter school holidays & thoroughly enjoyed the beachFantastic location and the house is so well set up for a large family groupSuperb location even in a stormPerfect location for our multi-generation family holidayRead more reviewsLocation:
AMAZING beach house in a perfect locationA fantastic location right on the beach with a fabulous outlook across Matapouri bayThe setting is just magnificentA great house in an amazing location on Matapouri Beach a fantastic swimming spot for children and adultsMatapouri is a real slice of paradise
2. Beachfront villa for a large group (from USD 246)
This beachfront villa offers panoramic views of the Matapouri Bay. Guests can sunbathe on the deck, barbecue on the lawn, or enjoy some Sky TV indoors on a rainy day. Just a two-minute stroll takes guests out to the mermaid pools scattered along the Bay. This is a pet-friendly property, so guests are allowed to bring their pet along for vacation at an extra charge.
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tramp an added bonus for the kidstramp an added bonus for the kidsGreat place to stay so close to the beach and has everything you need
3. Traditional stay with gorgeous views (from USD 144)
This three-bedroom holiday home is just a two-minute walk away from Matapouri Bay. It is a kid-friendly accommodation option with two kayaks available for use and a fully fenced property, so you can be assured that your children will remain safely within the compound even when exploring the property. The host requests that guests stay for a minimum of two nights.
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Bach has everything you need and being fully fenced it is great for to kids Will definitely stay againA tidy basic beach bach at beautifulIt was perfect for our family with room for a boat to park Good value for a 3 bedroom bachExcellent location for accessing the beach with young childrenA bridge jump at high tide is a must Easy stroll to the well stocked shop for fish & chips coffee and anything else you might need I would recommend to anyoneCleanliness:
Great bach for those wanting a "Dog friendly" placeHost:
Good property comfortable close to beach and storegames and DVDs for all the familyGreat wee bach with a great 'feel' and lovely deckNone of us were millenials -Lovely family friendly batch great location and has everything you need and more My family will be returningRead more reviewsLocation:
Matapouri Very convenient to the shopor maybe it just was out of actionAwesome kiwi Bach in a great locationnearby Really enjoyed our stay2 mins from the dairy and beach
4. Cottage with panoramic views (from USD 122)
This cosy cottage sleeps a maximum of five people, making it perfect for a romantic getaway or a weekend getaway for small families. Amenities indoors include a stove, microwave, and a large new two-person shower. Outdoors, a shady deck, teak outdoor furniture, hammock, and barbecue grill are available for a sunny afternoon by the beach. Two kayaks are available for rent and can be used on the beach, which is just a four-minute walk away.
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So comfortable and peaceful Fully equipped kitchen and cosy loungeSmall and comfortable with short easy access to the beachwell supplied kitchen comfy beds and an amazing outdoor spaceI have stayed in both the front and back batch at least 4 times over the yearsAlso the hedge on the drive is way to skinny and has scratched my carHost:
John and Judy made us feel so welcome againbut otherwise all good and exceptional valueIt is classic and comfortable very relaxing great outdoor desk and gardenGreat place to relax quiet and so close to the beachSuper close to beautiful Matapouri beachRead more reviewsLocation:
Five minutes from stunning Matapouri beacha 5 min walk from the beach and very private Lovely basic faciltiesThe location is amazing in the heart of Matapouri Plenty of walks around along with the several wonderful beaches within easy walking distanceThis is a fabulous evocative classic NZ bach Good attention to detail in getting you in and out of the house smoothly and worth every minute once you're there Lovely place from which to enjoy t...What a relief to walk into Mac's place Much needed R&R required and this property certainly provided that for us
5. House with a large lawn (from USD 122)
This cosy one-bedroom house sleeps up to five people. Amenities indoors include a library, TV, and a fully equipped kitchen, while equipment for rent includes a hammock, tennis rackets, and surfboards, so guests do not have to leave the property to purchase beach equipment of their own. The host requests that families rent out the home for at least two consecutive nights.
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The house is comfortable and has a friendly feel and everything you need for a a few days away with well equipped kitchen for cooking and excellent outdoor space with umbrellas and furnitureIt feel like a home away from homeThe bach at the back is simple modern clean and spacious and very easy to be in - with great space and furniture and brollies for outdoor relaxing and eatingProvided everything we wanted and moreClean comfortable and well equippedCleanliness:
Thank you J and J for another lovely time sharing your special place and your clear communication with us before our holidayHost:
John was very friendly kind and helpfulJohn and Judy have been very kind and are both great communicatorsThey were fantastic in providing information about the local area particularly withGreat location quick walk to beach afternoon sunso we're super grateful for thatRead more reviewsLocation:
Lovely location and amazing beachesin a perfect secluded part of Matapouri a stones throw from the beachThe beach is only minutes away so easy for walking and swimmingExcellent location walking distance to the beach Peaceful and lovely outdoor spaceWe really enjoyed our stay at Mac's House that is not only very conveniently located both in the perspective of the beach or the village
6. Beach house by the Pacific Ocean (from USD 339)
This unique house by Whale Bay was designed by an award-winning architect and is well known for being an eco-friendly property. The villa was built in a traditional Fiji style, with a wood-planked roof and greenery all around. Outside, guests have access to a garden shed, lawn, mezzanine that overlooks Staffa Bay, and a boatshed.
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and we enjoyed it so muchThe property was situated to take in the most incredible views in amongst large areas of native bush and the buildings were well designed for carefree livingthen it appears in photos (we've only walked around the entirety of it once during our 2 week stayUnique not the usual bach Lots of room for our family membersweather was fantastic location the best we have booked in all our bookabach bookingsHost:
stick insects moreporks tuis and many other amazing creatures coming to say helloA peaceful environmentally friendly site with wonderful viewsExceptional landscaping planning has been done to enhance the holiday experienceAll three generations of our family had a brilliant holidayOther beaches nearby can give you a different more sporty experience with good conditions for surf or bodyboardingRead more reviewsLocation:
This is indeed a very special property - beautifully landscaped close to many great beaches lots of sleeping optionsit's a once in a lifetime experiencewell provisioned - a lovely peaceful retreatand it took us maybe 20 minutes to do it) and very well kept Our kids loved exploring the many nooks and crannies around looking for treasureIt is beautiful and quirky
7. Cosy condominium by the beach (from USD 67)
For couples looking for an intimate weekend getaway, this condominium might be the perfect option for you. This cosy apartment sleeps two and is located just steps away from Matapouri Beach. A spa pool, outdoor grill and indoor TV are also available for guests to use. Although there are no cooking elements in the studio, an electric frying pan and grill are available outdoors. So if you want to cherish your time together in privacy, choose this rental.
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Great little place with everything you neededI loved how charming it was and the colours in itthe studio unit a comfortable place to stayThe accommodation had everything you could possibly need down to the smallest details like milk for your morning coffee (the one thing we forgot to purchase before we arrived)We brought our 2 dogs who absolutely loved the extra space in the yard to run aroundHost:
The perfect studio for a quick getaway with warm friendly and very accomodating hosts Thanks so muchGreat handy location for the beach and the store- friendlyThe studio is small but well-designedAmazing location only couple minutes walk from beach and the hosts are super hospitable and welcome you to use everything spa kyacks etc Perfect sized studio for two with everything you need v...(Note the owners were very considerate about noise; the only sounds we heard from above us were footsteps )Read more reviewsLocation:
Perfect location and the property has everything you needLocation perfect property suitable for animalsA really short stroll to the beachMaree and Kevin are lovely hosts and the a lot of thought has gone into make
Spoilt for choice
A whole range of accommodations awaits you at Matapouri, New Zealand. Whether you are looking for a cosy cottage for a weekend getaway with your spouse, or a spacious villa to accommodate extended family and friends, there will be a holiday home available that suits you perfectly. Be sure to check out the 10 amazing holiday homes in Matapouri, New Zealand, before you head down on your next trip!
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