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Comfortable North Piha family beach-house

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Exterior
Living area
Dining
New kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Studio

1 Double Bed

House

Toilet · Shower only

Studio

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Comfortable North Piha family beach-house

In a prime spot over the road from Piha's dramatic surf beach, at the quieter north end, our beach-house started life 30 years ago, with architect brief: 'simple kiwi bach'.
We've improved and expanded it over the years, with our family, into a roomy, comfortable home-away-from-home, with large sunny decks and wonderful indoor/outdoor living, most mod-cons, yet still retaining some of the 'bachy' feel that we wanted.
We love our special place and our guests seem to agree, many coming back year after year.

Don't expect 5-star luxury, but instead enjoy a comfortable, clean & functional home with just about everything you want and need, including our recently renovated kitchen, new heat pump, fibre internet and smart TV.

We have a separate spacious sunny Studio (with en-suite bathroom) outside above the garage, ideal for a separate living/play area for older or younger family members. Or could be used, as I have done, as an office during lock-downs !
Our decks all around mean you can relax in the perfect sunny (or shady) spot, chill in the hammock, or spot tuis & kererus.

Our quiet North Piha location is worlds away from the south Piha summer crowds, sheltered by our pohutukawas from the west coast winds, spray and roar of the surf. We have some limited surf views downstairs, but prime spot is upstairs in the master bedroom, even from your pillow.

Enjoy the surf & beach straight across the road, year round bush walks, and hunkering down with wine, games and books around the fire in winter!

Easy access (2-3 mins walk) to North Piha Surf Club patrolled area for safe swimming.
Wonderful bush and spectacular cliff-top walks are close by - either into the bush up the Marawhara stream, or winding up Whites Track to the top of the cliffs above the house, and back down past Whites Beach.
Meals available locally at the Aryeh Restaurant, (check times), and dinners some evenings either at the Piha RSA, Piha Surf Club (South Piha) or Piha Bowling Club.

Special conditions:
NO PARTIES, WEDDINGS or other social gatherings please.

Extras: Cleaning (Required)

NOTE (1): As per kiwi Book-a-Bach tradition, and to keep our cleaning charges to a minimum, we assume that you will be bringing your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels).
If that will be a problem for you, then let us know and we can provide linen for an additional charge.

NOTE (2): We have a remotely-accessible video camera monitoring the front deck, stairs and front of the main house, used for security purposes only

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Septic tank: Please don’t flush anything other than loo paper down the toilet, and don’t put food/coffee grounds etc. down sink
Upstairs Windows: If you release safety stays (tool on Windows key ring), then is totally at your own risk & you must re-attach before you leave.
No parties at any time, or outdoor music/noise after11pm

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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Piha

Located in Piha, this holiday home is near the beach. Waikumete Cemetery and Manukau Heads Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Artisan Wine and Babich Wines. Whoa! Studios and West Wave Pool And Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Piha, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Piha Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Eden Park - 41 min drive - 42.7 km
  • Sky Tower - 44 min drive - 45.9 km
  • SkyCity Casino - 44 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 46 min drive - 46.6 km

Getting around

  • New Lynn Station - 29 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piha Rsa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Aryreh - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪bethellsbeanz - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Aryeh - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sligh Kegels - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable North Piha family beach-house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfortable North Piha family beach-house?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfortable North Piha family beach-house on 12 Apr 2026 start from AU$234, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Comfortable North Piha family beach-house?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable North Piha family beach-house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable North Piha family beach-house?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable North Piha family beach-house located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Piha Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Piha Surf School. Waitakere Ranges and Karekare Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 170 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 170 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 170 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 170 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 170 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The venue was great as it was just down the road from the wedding we attended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot, has everything you could need. The owner very welcoming and so easy to deal with. We will be back, thankyou for sharing this beautiful bach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marina k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kitchen was well equipped, nice open plan with dinning table having big windows that open to deck. Bonus to have the private studio where myParents could stay.Andrew was very responsive to issues and accomodating. Would stay again in a heart bit.Highly recommended to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev G.

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

Piha hideaway

A comfortable, character filled home in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piha is a special place and this house sits amongst the trees with a beautiful outlook. The host was so efficient with communication and the house is so well set up. We all enjoyed our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

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

Lovely weekend away

Very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Preston R.

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

Great location near beach

We had a great stay in Piha. The beach is amazing. If you like a getaway in a remote location this is a great option. You’ll want your own transportation to get to this location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Another enjoyable stay

We've stayed at this lovely beach house several times and really enjoy returning each time, it feels like home. It's clean and welcoming with everything you need for a great beach getaway. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny C.

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

Wonderful stay at Piha

We loved Andrew’s house at Piha. It was modern yet homely, well appointed and perfectly located at North Piha for beach walking & surfing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny C.

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

Great place to stay in Piha

Andrew’s house is ideal for a large family group. A well appointed kitchen makes home cooking a breeze. North Piha is nice and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria J.

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

Piha magic

Wonderful stay for an eclectic family group! We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Fabulous stay

Loved staying here, it had everything we needed, well equipped kitchen, and a coffee machine! Loved how close it was to the beach, and being able to see and hear the waves from the house was magic. Would love to come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer V.

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

Lovely spot with comfortable space

We had 4 x adults stay and were very comfortable. We had our own space, and everything was easy and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

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

Great holiday bach

An excellent holiday home. Beautiful surroundings and a clean, roomy and well-equipped property. The separate studio with ensuite, own TV, etc makes for a particularly spacious feel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosanna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host made everything easy with clear communication beforehand. The house was wonderful, peaceful surrounded by nature and bird calls. The kitchen has all the things you need to cook in, plenty of room inside and out. Perfect for a large family gathering or catch up for friends. We stayed in Winter and they provided firewood would love to stay in the summer but amazing in both.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb E.

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

Perfect for our family of 5

Perfect location across the road from the beach Plenty of space for everyone to have there own space Well equipped for everything you need on a holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Fabulous North Piha holiday home

We loved our stay at this great holiday home with lots of nice touches to make us feel welcome. The separate studio is a bonus and the wood burner was perfect for wintry nights. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte I.

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

A home away from home in paradise

We spent a wonderful weekend here, a home away from home with everything you could need in an idyllic location. Great communication and we hope to be back ! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

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

Wonderful stay

We loved everything about this interesting very clean and well appointed property. Communication and check in was great. The beds are very comfortable and the living area and decks are lovely for relaxing. Spectacular beach and walks nearby. We would love to return and explore more. Many thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Wonderful Piha

We enjoyed everything about Andrew’s property… wonderful deck, excellent location, private, enough space for our extended family. We are American but our Kiwi son in law told us it was very “Piha Bach” like and that’s what he loves after growing up in Auckland. Also the barbecue worked great with a little cleaning! Thank you Andrew! Memorable time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirra F.

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

Great First Experience In New Zealand

I stayed at Andrew’s place in Piha for three weeks and loved it. He was very consistent with answering any questions I had and had amazing communication. Andrew left me a nice note and gift upon arrival since I was a long stay. The house was very clean and beautiful. The view from the house is incredible and very close access to the beach. This was my first trip to New Zealand from the US and I would definitely use Andrew’s place again if I travelled back.
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine R.

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

Piha Bach

Apologies for delay in review, the email went directly into my spam folder. We have stayed at this beach house several times and we love it. It is exactly as advertised, a lovely family friendly comfortable house where a group of friends can get together and relax. Everything we need is there including the fire in winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Libby B.

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

Absolute paradise, didn't want to leave

This bach exceeded our expectations, it had everything we needed, and more. We love Piha, and every year we save up to stay at a bach - this one was easily the very best yet. Such a beautiful home, away from the busy crowds yet wonderfully close to the beach. We ate every single meal outdoors & relished the hammock in the pohutukawa (and visiting kereru). Views, books, privacy, sunshine, shade, coffee machine...what more do you need? We would all return to this blissful bach in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy G.

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

Perfect in Piha

We selected this location based on proximity to family. The bonus was that is it located on our favorite beach area in New Zealand. The area is peaceful with access to the best hiking/walking trails and surfing in the area. This bach is very well appointed and was absolutely perfect for our family visit. Our daughter stayed in the unit above the garage so that she and our visiting granddaughter could have sleepovers and play Nintendo Switch all night :-) Communication with the host was outstanding. The host was very generous with his knowledge of the area and what was open/closed in the area due to slips from the last cyclone. We thoroughly enjoy the property and would not hesitate to visit again. Note for US visitors: screens don't exist in NZ. Buy bug spray on arrival or mosquitos/sand fleas (on the beach) will make a meal out of you. Also, respect the swim flags - the rip currents and dropoffs are not to be toyed with.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place with plenty of space. Easy to hang out, inside and out. It is in a great location too, close to a surf club. Everything was as described. Andrew really helpful with our queries.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

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Hosted by Andrew

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Separate sunny studio with en-suite bathroom
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