7 Best Bookabach Holiday Homes In Tairua, New Zealand

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Tairua is a small but beautiful place to visit in The Coromandel on North Island, New Zealand. The town is surrounded by volcanic Mount Paku’s twin peaks, with views over the Aldermen Islands. The scenic town is located inside the headland and Tairua’s harbor offers beautifully sheltered waters for kayaking, windsurfing and sailing, while the beach is perfect for surfing, body boarding, beach fishing or simply relaxing on the sand. For the active, there are a number of beautiful walks within the township, one of which is the trail up Mount Paku, or a 10-minute stroll heads into a reserve with kauri trees and tree ferns. Heading inland, the Broken Hills Recreation area offers a chance to swim, go kayaking or fishing. Although the town is relatively small, there is an excellent choice of cafes and restaurants for dining out. When visiting this beautiful part of the world, take the opportunity to book one of the best Bookabach holiday homes in Tairua, New Zealand, by checking out our top picks below.

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. Tironui vacation home with ocean, harbor and island views (from USD 114)

This new and elevated modern vacation rental can sleep up to 10 guests. Tironui offers beautiful ocean views and it has a large deck furnished for outdoor dining and with a gas barbeque. There is off-street parking for up to four cars on the property. The living area features a TV and gas fireplace and there is free Wi-Fi throughout. The kitchen comes fully equipped with modern appliances. The master suite features a queen-size bed which offers views through the windows across Tairua, the harbor, the Alderman Islands and Mount Paku. Two other bedrooms feature queen-size beds. There is a rumpus room downstairs with a TV and fridge, which also acts as a bedroom, with a queen-size bed, twin beds, a child bed and a baby crib.

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55 reviews   Wifi Available
House 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The house was very clean and well equiped with the option of using the linen at a small charge or bringing your own
The house was very clean and well equiped with the option of using the linen at a small charge or bringing your own
Walking distance to town Nicely appointed house with everything one needs Great deck to enjoy coffee in the morning and wine in the evening
Owners courteous and efficient; house spacious and spotless; view amazing Bedrooms a little chilly
The house was very comfortable
Cleanliness:
This property was very clean and user friendly
This property was very clean and user friendly
Fantastic views over the bay with good sized balcony (unfortunately we couldn't use it due to the weather)
Host:
Great communication with owner and views from deck are amazing Would definately recommend
David was great with communication and we would book again and hope to again soon Kind RegardsKelvin and Annette
Superb house with amazing views
Well equipped house with dvds & games for rain days
The view was just gorgeous super sunny deck
Location:
just perfect: close enough to the city centre but away from tahr noise and traffic Loved it
the location was a dream place for city dwellers
Very good for families sharing a weekend
Brilliant location and great views
The location was perfect with amazing views over to Paku island out to the surf beach and Paunui Within walking distance to town and near the boat ramp
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2. Tui Pongo - vacation home (from USD 161)

Tui Pongo is a four-bedroom vacation home on Ocean Beach Road and within easy walking distance to the beach. The home has morning and afternoon decks for outdoor relaxation. There is a bird sanctuary behind the home with many native birds. Kayaks are available for guests to explore the creek and the harbor. The home is surrounded by gardens, making it an ideal family home. The living area features satellite or cable TV and a fireplace, while the kitchen comes fully equipped. Sleeping arrangements include queen-size beds in two bedrooms, twin beds in a third and an additional sleep out single bed. The home has one bathroom.

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Tairua, Coromandel, NZ
64 reviews  
House 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the fireplace and heater were good with the cold weather
the place was very private surrounded with bush
dreams Lots of space in the yard for the boat and pitching tents etc and has everything you need including board games etc
Our kids played for hours and hours climbing the beautiful pohutukawa swinging on the tree swing and exploring down at the estuary
It was in a great location with easy access to the beach and the outdoor deck at the back of the property
Cleanliness:
The bach was lovely and had everything we needed
The bach is as described and was very clean and tidy Comfortable and warm beds
(hot ) Rosemary was very easy to contact and to deal with-
Host:
was so nice and peaceful
So many options - surf beach estuary or sit and watch the wildlife
Huge tree in the back yard that the kids loved and the kayaks in the estuary were great fun
Great proximity to beach and creek Nice little bach with everything you need Surprisingly well equipped will definitely come back
My son loved the rope swing and we loved that our puppy could come along for her first family trip
Location:
It's minutes away from the beach which is amazing
The bach was lovely located in a quiet area near the beach and stream
There were also plenty of movies and games to play if the weather turned
The Tairua butcher was excellent too
Perfect Bach beautiful location had a fantastic weekend getaway from the big little city
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3. Paku Paradise: vacation home with views (from USD 111)

The four-bedroom vacation home is set on Mount Paku, offering beautiful views of the ocean, Pauanui Beach and out to sea. There is secure off-street car and boat parking on the property and surfing and swimming beaches, local shops and restaurants are a few minutes’ walk or drive away. The living room features satellite or cable TV plus a DVD player and plenty of books. The kitchen comes equipped with everything necessary for daily cooking. Both bedrooms feature queen-size beds and there is one bathroom.

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162 reviews   Wifi Available
House 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

4. Cute and comfortable cottage in Tairua (from USD 80)

This cute cottage is located a short distance from the Tairua town center in scenic surroundings. There is a deck for entertaining, barbequing and dining and a large trampoline in the yard for the kids to enjoy, as well as an outdoor shower and plenty of toys. There is covered parking for one vehicle. The cottage has a kitchen for cooking daily meals. The living area features a TV and an Internet connection is provided. The bedroom features twin beds and there is a sofa bed in the living area, making it ideal for a small family.

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80 reviews   Wifi Available
cottage 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
and then a short hike up
The bed was extremely comfortable with an abundance of cosy throws if needed
Appreciated the wine & chocolate - very thoughtful
The bed was very comfortable
The Little Shed is so delightful and everything you could need down to shovels for Hot Water Beach
Cleanliness:
it was quiet and the batch is
Host:
The hosts were fantastic and gave us local information
When we arrived the accomodation was spotless
My 15 year old son was most impressed with 4 bars of wifi
super clean Perfect to relax specially when you are welcomed with a nice bottle of wine Only down side for me
It was really well equipped and more than met our needs
Location:
"The Shed" is a delightful little place
clean accommodation and a great location
Cute little bach in Tairua Decorated wonderfully Amazing and large outside deck area and BBQ area
The property was spotless and a lot of thought has gone into the lovely welcoming decor
I loved every detail of this batch
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5. Home on a private estate at the estuary edge (from USD 172)

This comfortable bach offers views over the Pepe River estuary to Mount Paku and it is a short walk from Tairua village or a short drive to Ocean Surf Beach. There are several restaurants close by and an 18-hole golf course is minutes away from the house, and a single garage on the property. There is a wrap-around deck offering outdoor living and an unfenced yard. The living area features a TV and there is a well-equipped kitchen with laundry equipment. Three of the bedrooms feature water views, with the master and one other opening onto the deck. The master bedroom has a queen-size bed while two others have double beds. Another bedroom has twin beds, making the home ideal for families.

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106 reviews   Wifi Available
House 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
We loved the changing view from the living area as it takes in a tidal estuary
We had wonderful time and enjoyed the view around the house
We had wonderful time and enjoyed the view around the house
the only thing that was missing was having wifi
Great bach with an amazing view
Host:
Was great for the grandparents parents and kids Fantastic location very comfortable Owner easy to contact and helpful
the kids had good fun to play the kayaking
the kids had good fun to play the kayaking
We had everything we needed for a good break Really enjoyed getting the kayaks on the water early morning Beautiful spot
Easy drive to Hotwater Beach Haihei and Whitianga
Location:
Gorgeous house in a great location
Very nice location with picturesque peaceful walkway into town
My family truly loved it Not far from Auckland too
Recommend Te Karo Bay for lovely walks
My family truly loved it Now far from Auckland too
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6. Kiwi bach vacation home (from USD 98)

This two-bedroom vacation home sleeps five guests and it is situated on the grounds of a private home, a five-minute walk from the restaurants and local shops. There is a living and dining room with internet and TV, and a kitchenette with a portable oven, stove top and microwave. A barbeque is available for outdoor cooking. The master bedroom features a queen-size bed while the second has a double bed and a child bed. There are one bathroom and one separate toilet. A laundry room features a washing machine.

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124 reviews   Wifi Available
House 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
it was great to have Sky TV
The beds were very comfortable
I really liked the bit of history on the Bach that was in the file
The photos gave a different picture than we thought it looks like you are staying in the bed and breakfast
A great kiwi bach plenty of space for a family stay and everything provided very tidy
Cleanliness:
Good location and clean environment
but apart from that the place was nice and clean Towels and bed sheets were provided which was very nice
The kiwi Bach was in the perfect location everything we needed was there and Han and Craig were very helpful
Host:
The hosts were very friendly
Lovely hosts made us feel right at home
Jan and her husband Colin are awesome hosts
This was our first nights stop after about 28 hours of traveling
lots of see and do in tairua the beach
Location:
the estuary everything was beautiful Location couldnt be better well within walking distance to shops
Great place to stay Very comfortable great location
Beautiful accommodation in a beautiful spot
but it was very quiet and private Very handy to the Tairua shops and a short hop to the many beaches which the Coromandel offers Excellent location to use as a base for day trips
Owner Jan lives in the house in front of the bach which is handy for asking any questions
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7. The Tairua Tree House (from USD 80)

This two-bedroom, one bathroom home sleeps six guests and is a typical Kiwi Bach or beach house. The home is set among the treetops with views over Tairua Harbor, Pauanui and out to sea. The restaurants and shops of the town are a 10-minute walk away. The decor is casual and comfortable. The house has no TV but DVDs are available locally and guests are welcome to bring their own laptop to watch them. There are a mezzanine floor and a bunk room for the children, which has a secret door, offering adventure for the kids. The mezzanine bedroom has a queen-size bed while the bunk room has twin beds and a child bed.

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70 reviews  
House 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The place could do with a curtain in the bedroom and having the leaking tap in the kitchen sink fixed
all basic amenities-everything you need for a relaxing and technology free trip
An amazing view over the bay that we enjoyed each day
lots of light and air
good shower pressure comfortable beds
Cleanliness:
Everything was very clean and worked well
The Tree House was clean and had everything we needed and more
no bathmat and the second bedroom contained the laundry and in a previous life was the garage Very expensive for what was provided
Host:
The native birds visiting awesome
Gorgeous views simple basic and great for a short trip away
What a delightful find for us - you really are nestled in the trees with an amazing view of
it had gorgeous views and the house lent itself well for our family
The Bach was clean and tidy with an outstanding view Unfortunately missing some basic essentials which made cooking meals very challenging: no barbeque (unheard of in a Bach) the oven does not w...
Location:
A great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life
Great location ( when we found it )Did not want to to move on
It was central and quiet Loved the beaches in and around Tairua
The bach has a wonderful location and a fantastic view
Was exactly as described good value for money perfect for our family loved the location and amazing views easy walk down to the shops
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Have fun on your vacation in Tairua

While exploring the area and having fun on the water, stay in comfort and style in one of the best Bookabach holiday homes in Tairua, New Zealand. With out recommendations above, you have enough options of lovely vacation rentals for your Tairua vacation.

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Anne Sewell was born in England, but has spent most of her life in Africa - Malawi, Zimbabwe and South Africa - and now resides on the beautiful Costa del Sol in southern Spain. She loves writing...Read more

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