
Located at the West Coast, North Island in Auckland, Piha is a beach most famous for surfing. A lot of locals and non-locals head to this location for a vacation, especially during the summer and the holidays. Piha is a unique beach because of its black sand made out of iron, which came from volcanic content. Aside from surfing and swimming, Piha also offers a lot of outdoor activities that family and friends can enjoy, such as hiking, walking around trails, fishing, going on a picnic, dining out, and exploring surrounding establishments. Most people go to Piha when they want peace and want to avoid crowded beaches. To make your stay worthwhile, here are the best Bookabach holiday homes in Piha, New Zealand, that you should check out.
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 October 31, 2024.
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1. Piha Timeout Petite (from USD 92)
Piha Timeout Petite offers a tiny home near the downtown area. The property is perfect for a couple or a solo traveler looking to enjoy a retreat in Piha, be it for the hiking, surfing, or swimming. The home is adequately equipped, featuring free Wi-Fi and a smartTV for entertainment, as well as a kitchenette with a microwave and electric stove for cooking. There’s also a fridge for storing food and drinks. The bathroom, however, is in a separate structure.
2. Vintage home near Piha Beach
Fancy yourself a surfer, or just and avid beachgoer? This lovely vintage property boasts a classic beach vibe and sits on a prime location next to Piha Beach. The rental cottage can accommodate a large group or family with its plentiful sleeping spaces. Apart from the main home, there’s also a bunkhouse for those who prefer a beach glamp feel.
The home is pet-friendly, but only the North Piha Beach is dog-friendly, so bring your fur babies there if you want to enjoy a beach day with them.
Piha, Auckland, New Zealand
3. Stunning private Piha retreat (from USD 224)
Personal access to paradise, a private and peaceful experience, all in one here at this stunning private retreat home. This property used to be a native bush block in 1924, now it’s everyone’s dream home and was designed by Chris Tate who won an international award for his “Glasshouse” in Titirangi. Staying at this home is such a treat because you get to witness the perfect view of the sunrise and the sunset, and also the sea. All bedrooms are equipped with comfortable mattresses, suited for your comfort. The kitchen and the outdoor bath has hot water and there is also a fireplace available, which is perfect for the holidays. The property can accommodate a maximum of two cars, so parking won’t be a problem. Check out this place now and we’re sure that you won’t regret it.
4. Unique cottage hideaway (from USD 125)
Overlooking the Tasman Sea and the beaches of Piha is this unique holiday rental hideaway. It’s remote, but from this spot, you can watch the sun go down and enjoy amazing views! It’s a very straightforward home that contains a simple kitchen and a dining area, a cozy living room, and a patio where you can relax and dine out.
This house runs on a water tank, so the owner suggests that guests conserve water. Tracks are also located on-site, so you don’t have to worry about getting lost when you go to the beach.
5. Fun and vibrant home (from USD 261)
Exciting, fun, and vibrant, both inside and the outside, this house for rent in Piha exceeds expectations with its unique take on design. The exterior of the house is painted a classic black with white colored windows and small red accents. That’s just what you see outside. It gets better on the inside with its colorful walls. One of the favorites is the bathroom with the checkered tiles and the vibrant green-colored walls. It’s pleasant to the eye and it gives guests an enjoyable aura.
The living room and the bedrooms, on the other hand, have standard white walls with small colorful accents, giving the right amount of relaxation and excitement. This place is perfect for a group of four, but it can also be enjoyed by couples.
6. Comfortable beach house (from USD 242)
The exterior of the house will immediately make you impressed because of its modern architecture, and blue accents. Inside, all floors are wooden and shiny, and it will instantly give you a luxurious feel. The kitchen has a rustic feel and it has direct access to the backyard where you can also eat. The living room is quaint and cozy, while all bedrooms have large windows giving you a nice view from outside. This lovely beach house can accommodate eight people, so it’s perfect for big groups. It’s also only a few minutes away from the North Piha Surf Club and diners and cafes.
7. Beachfront bach in Piha
This beautiful home has all the things that you need. A fully equipped kitchen, a living room where you and your friends can relax and bond, a pleasant looking bathroom, and a bedroom that will give you a good night’s sleep with its soft linens and sheets, are all available. Aside from being a very accommodating home, our favorite part about this house is that it comes with numerous outdoor features such as a lawn and a garden, as well as a deck and patio. You will surely enjoy your stay here at this pleasant home because of its simplicity and function.
Piha, Auckland, New Zealand
8. Fully self-contained apartment close to the beach
At first glance, it may seem like a small home, but it’s actually very spacious inside the house. This lovely home offers wonderful views of the ocean, a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy and stylish living room, and bedrooms with comfortable linens are all provided for. There’s also internet at this location to keep you connected while on your vacation.
Top guest reviews
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Great deck and birdlife Close to beach and walks Friendly helpful hostsa great clean cool propertyEnjoyed the beach and hiked the hills every daylovely Bach very close to the beachlovely Bach very close to the beachLocation:
Divine little piece of paradisewalking distance to the shops and eateriesThe beaches and surrounding area are beautifulJust a short walk to the beachA private bush setting very close to Piha surfclubCleanliness:
The property itself was lovely and clean when we arrived and had everything we neededGreat location very clean private and quietRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
An idyllic retreat nestled in native bush and garden close to the beach Comfy bed and living well-equipped kitchen spacious downstairs bathroomWe felt comfortable straight awayWiFi was good and easy to connect tooThis is a wonderful place to stay So close to the beach - a one minute stroll yet set back off the road far enough to give privacy and seclusion from the road and people traveling to and from the...Comfortable private sparkling clean
9. Private picturesque getaway
To couples who are spending the holidays together, this cottage is the place to be if you want to relax and unwind. It’s a lovely split-level home, where the top part has beautiful, majestic, panoramic views of the sea. It has a deck with tables and chairs where you can enjoy everyone’s company or even eat your prepared meals. All bedrooms are modern and have a comfortable queen bed, linens and bathroom towels are provided in the bathroom, the kitchen is simple but complete, while the living room has a Freeview Satellite TV and it is comfortable enough to lounge in. If you’re a couple looking for a simple yet elegant place to stay, this picturesque getaway is perfect for you.
Top guest reviews
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We were very lucky with weather and could enjoy the massive deck as wellwas a great lil getaway holiday bach close to beach etc friendly owners and community as i said highly recommend awesome views of sea and hilltops thoroughly enjoyed our staybut close enough to the beach Very easy friendly and accommodating owners made it all very straightforward Would stay here again absolutelyBeautiful views with all necessary facilities Loved the plunger coffeeLuxury is not the key word hereLocation:
The house is very lovely and has an amazing viewgreat barbeque and facilities best street in Piha - quiet and gorgeous up above it allPerfect Total bang for buckA charming Piha bach-style property Beautiful viewsThe BBQ was a special treatCleanliness:
Everything was very clean and tidyQuiet and very well equipped and clean house with everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
It has everything you need and everything you want to seeeverything needed is there Clean fluffy towels in the sparkling bathroom and the delight of beautiful fresh linen in the bedroom We relaxed and enjoyed itThere was everything and anything we needed at the houseThis place is a great base for everything Piha Comfortable and cosyA view to die for and a very well equipped bach
10. Beachfront home in North Piha

A literal private getaway, a hidden small paradise, this beachfront home is the perfect location for those who are up for an adventure. It’s situated in a quiet area, suited for a small family that wants peace and relaxation. It’s only a short walk away from the beach, and you don’t have to worry if the surrounding area looks intimidating because there are walking tracks that will lead you to the beach. This house can accommodate up to five people, and it has two bedrooms, a simple kitchen, a dining area, and a lovely patio.
Piha, Auckland, NZTop guest reviews
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great communixations and responses from host and very upfront about any issues that may affect our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the property and the location was superblovely batch relaxing location highly recommendedwe loved the location just a quick hop to the beach where we spent hours boogie-boardinga really great place to escape from the business of life
11. Large, modern house with sea views
If a spacious holiday home is what you need to accommodate your big group of family and friends, then this large modern house is perfect for you. It offers amazing sea views, an exceptional kitchen and dining area, and bedrooms that have access to the deck. Not only will the adults enjoy this house, but kids will also love staying here because they have an in-house ping pong table, toys, books, a video library, and many more.
68 Seaview Road
12. Beachfront accommodation in Piha
Do you want natural sunlight entering your holiday vacation home? Or perhaps a 30-second walk to the beach? In this house, you will find a living room with a comfortable couch that’s perfect for reading a good book while enjoying spectacular views through its large window. There’s internet, air-conditioning, and a fireplace. If you don’t plan on having a staycation for the day, it’s good to note that you’re only a few minutes’ walk away from local restaurants, art galleries, and tennis courts. Children are very much welcome in this guest house.
Piha, Piha, NZTop guest reviews
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the location is amazingamazing property in an stunning location we will definitely be backperfect place to relax with family and friendsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
modern amenities and incredibly well stocked kitchen such a beautiful place - will definitely come back here one day
Have a peaceful vacation in Piha
Piha in New Zealand is one of the best places to spend your holidays if you want to avoid crowded areas and enjoy a peaceful and relaxing time with friends and family. With our list of accommodations above, you have enough options for places to stay when you visit this tranquil destination. Go ahead and book a vacation rental today.
For your next stop, you can book a cozy Airbnb in Titirangi if you’re looking to enjoy the Big Bay while being close to the Auckland metro area. Alternatively, Kumeu offers wonderful Airbnb rentals in the idyllic countryside.
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