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Just a short stroll to the water or into town

Vacation home with kitchen, steps from Bay of Islands

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Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to this cozy bach in Paihia, where relaxation is key. Unwind on the decking or grassed area, just a short stroll from the closest beach and a scenic walk to Russell via ferry crossing. With linen, towels, and extra bedding provided as well as a washing machine for your convenience.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Just a short stroll to the water or into town

For the weekend getaway you can't beat this little bach which has just been renovated and comes with all you might need for just a couple of nights, or a week long stay!

Our bach is privately owned and the comforts of your own home have been replicated here.

On your arrival just be prepared to just relaxing as everything will be taken care of for you. This bach is all inclusive with linen, towels and extra bedding if you wanted a couple of extras on futons in the living area.

A short stroll to the closest beach of only 150 meters and a walk over the hill to the town of Paihia and ferry crossing to Russell.

The bach has an outdoor area (decking) and grassed area (that over time will be landscaped). There is also car parking.

No need to pack ample of clothing for the extra long stays as there is a washing machine within the bach. For those rainy days, indulge in a wide range of dvds available for your use.
Special conditions:
Some pets accepted. Message for further details and information.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$65.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 186 reviews
The price is AED 281
AED 324 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Just a Short Stroll to the Water or Into Town Paihia

About the neighborhood

Map
Paihia, Paihia

What's nearby

  • Paihia Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • St Paul’s Church - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Russell Beach - 25 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Just a short stroll to the water or into town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Just a short stroll to the water or into town?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Just a short stroll to the water or into town?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Just a short stroll to the water or into town located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Makana Chocolate Boutique. Paihia Beach and St Paul’s Church are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Just a short stroll to the water or into town Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 187 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

The beautiful Bach had everything we needed and more for our short stay. I highly recommend and will use again when my partner and I are visiting family and friends in Paihia.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karene C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint bach - fully equiped.

Quaint bach - very clean and tidy, loved the decor - made us smile. Great having a fully functioning kitchen as well as linen supplied, washing machine to use and effective wall heater that kept us cosy on cool winter days. Lovely outside area. Enjoyed the short walk to the local bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bach stay

Brilliant stay, so well equipped, comfy bed and lovely garden area.Perfectly situated for sightseeing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy cottage

Was a very enjoyable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in a little bay

A cute cottage,It is packed alongside similar cottages, so while you have a standard high fence it does leave some privacy to be desired. House was spotless with everything we needed. Great place would go again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A short stay

Exactly as described we enhoyed our short stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very nice place

A lovely stay if you’re traveling with a plus-one. A quirky yet comfortable environment that naturally encourages you to relax. Definitely most appropriate for short stays, with a nice location close to local food places + activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Paihia

A very clean tidy delightful little cottage perfect for two.Cottage had everything you need.Good instructions for arrival & departure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fleur M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little cottage

Perfect for a couple. Clean & good amenities. Good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Paihia

Had an absolutely wonderful stay, this lovely little cottage has everything you may need. Excellent amenities, quiet location, very warm and cosy. A nice pleasant walk into Paihia.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Murray P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Bach

Nice little place, a bit to cluttered , not alot of room for your bags etc, but still good.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Beautiful relaxing time in this gorgeous bach with so many personal touches, I felt privileged to be able to spend time there, Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little bach

Really well set up Bach, great kitchen stuff, comfy and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and a really nice place

Great little bach for a small group of friends or a family. Short walking distance to the beach and to Paihia. We really enjoyed the sunset bbq on the back deck. Cheers

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Paihia Bach

Our stay here was very comfortable. Very funky and cute place near to town by car. Quiet and super clean. Had every thing we needed and Niki was very approachable. Totally recommend this lovely Paihia.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic weekend

It was such a cool place to stay, nice and close to the gateway to the bay of islands. We both loved all the very cool personal touches which were cleverly placed all over the house. The property was very clean and tidy and well looked after. And everything was well laid out and communicated to us by the property owner well in advance of our stay. Thanks for an awesome stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Bach, thanks Nic!

Great property with everything needed for our short stay. Paihia is a great base to explore the Bay of Islands - we found the car ferry at Opua very convenient and easy to use when travelling across to Russell and beyond. Would recommend a trip to Oke Bay to anyone who visits, it's about an hours drive away and requires a bit of agility to access but it's paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Bay of Islands

Pros: Cute place. Very comfortable bed. Very close to town Cons: Communicating with the owner was a little difficult. Place was very cold. The heat did not work right away, but was plenty warm when we returned the following afternoon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house location, was incorrect nor an easy walk to Paihia unless the tide was out. There was no wifi or exhaust fans, so cooking set off the smoke alarm and you had to shower with the window open. The property was very clean however was full of scented candles and air freshener to overshadow the smell of damp which is dangerous for people with asthma and allergies, so had to air out the house for 3 hours before entry and all other times while inside so we could breath meaning it filled with mozzies. The special price was excellent, as I definitely would not have paid full price and a picture of the accommodation should be available to clients not the beach as the view from the Bach is broken down vehicles.

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you

A lovely holiday
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vianna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun quirky cottage

We enjoyed our stay... listing was as described.. the cottage was super clean and comfy.. we loved all the quirky little touches to the home decor... Just wish there was a little more privacy out the back..There was a security camera on the deck and when you open the curtains the neighbours can see right in... other than that it was perfect for what we needed.. thank you for having us...
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy Cottage

Excellent accomodation will use again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Very helpful and accomodating hosts, everything was perfect, the only feedback would be that the shower pressure is low. Otherwise no complaints
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Perfect accommodation with everything you need

The bach was perfect, well equipped with everything you needed. Cosy & comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025