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You can't get closer to the water if you tried

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Interior
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

You can't get closer to the water if you tried

This bach is right on the water, and it's possible to catch fish from the deck! You can put the whitebait net out (in season), or just simply relax and look at the water. View from lounge is panoramic, from ocean around and up the river. A few minutes walk up beach for surf casting, kayak up river or if you are that inclined out to sea. West coast fishing at its best. 45 min from Waitomo caves, 15 min from Marokopa falls, Natural Bridge and bush walks.

Special conditions:
Smoking outside only. All butts to be removed, do not throw butts out on to the lawn.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/tea towels/sheets etc) and toiletries, and take your rubbish when you leave.

Minimum stay 2 nights for this property. Price includes first four people, additional people at $30/person/night, up to the maximum of six.

Property manager

Grant Lovell

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Marokopa, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Marokopa Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marokopa Falls - 24 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 56 min drive - 54.2 km
  • Aranui Cave - 57 min drive - 55.3 km
  • Woodlyn Park - 59 min drive - 56.4 km

Frequently asked questions

Is You can't get closer to the water if you tried pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at You can't get closer to the water if you tried?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at You can't get closer to the water if you tried?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is You can't get closer to the water if you tried located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Marokopa Beach and 10.8 mi (17.4 km) from Marokopa Falls. Waitomo Glowworm Caves and Mangapohue Natural Bridge are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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You can't get closer to the water if you tried Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 215 out of 272 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 272 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 272 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 272 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 272 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Property is in a great location and the house is lovely, quite modern compared to most baches I've stayed at.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

So relaxing. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Relaxing and fun for everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Fabulous location, views were magnificent and changed through the day. Easy walks on the beach and around the village and a perfect “ out of the way” base to explore the area from.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Very peaceful place to stay, with wonderful views, great fishing and great walks on the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Amazing location. Safe for kids. Good fishing, what more could you want!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Truely a unique spot
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Thank you for sharing your paradise with us. The peace and tranquility of the water so close was absolutely beautiful. Great fishing spot on our doorstep. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Stunning location!!! Very nice house. Love every minute of our time there!!! Great fishing spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We loved the bach- perfect location. Hoping to go back again one day soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We were more than happy with our stay and will be back again! 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Nice bach for holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We relaxed with a perfect view
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Awesome place. Great value for money. Views to dream of
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

We go to Marakopa a couple of times a year and always stay in this Bach absolutly love the place, location is perfect for the kids to jump down to the river and fish, play in the sand or swim and stunning views and spot for watching the sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

We love our getaways here, it’s our second time staying and we will be back again. We love fishing off the deck and soaking in the amazing view. Very peaceful spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Absolutely amazing! Perfect spot! Will definately be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Absolutely love everything about this property. BEAUTIFUL VIEWS, Brilliant Sunrises and Sunsets. Very clean and tidy property .Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Beautiful property. Amazing view of the seaway. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Just beautiful, we will be back in November 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Excellent spot to wind down and relax. Friendly locals, awesome views from the the comfort of the waters edge Bach. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10

Tidy property with the best location and views. Uncomfortable bed and 1 bar heater which struggled to heat the place let it down a bit
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Had a lovely few days stay here nice and relaxing.Recharge the body with peace n quiet.Great communication with Host. A lovely place 😊 Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Fantastic property, excellent communication with owner. We hope to stay again later in the year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Just beautiful, serene and soul filling
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024