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The Boat House by Whangamata Marina

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A room with a wooden ceiling, a polka-dotted chair, a brown sofa, and large windows offering a view of greenery and buildings.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, microwave, toaster, and a small dining area with chairs.
A residential property with a blue exterior, a driveway leading to a garage, and a wooden fence.
A garden area with a wooden bench, a picnic table, and a blue building with a sloped roof.
A blue building with a metal exterior, a concrete pathway, and a wooden fence.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Whangamata Marina
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Whangamata, Whangamata
  • Place, Whangamata Marina
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Whangamata Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hot Water Beach
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Boat House by Whangamata Marina

Modern two bedroom unit located just across the causeway from the fabulous new Whangamata Marina.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave please remove all rubbish from the property so the bach is left as you found it. Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
A short stroll to Moana Point Reserve, 10 minute walk to town or 5 minute drive to the popular surf beach.
The unit features an open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area which opens out onto a shade sail covered BBQ area.

The unit is complete with all necessities, including
-new hooded BBQ
-fridge:/freezer
-electric frying pan
- microwave
- hot plate and small convection oven
- washing machine and small clothes line iron and ironing board
- toaster, kettle, plates and cutlery
- puzzles and board games

Just bring your own linen i.e sheets pillow cases towels bath mat and tea towel. Main bedroom has queen size bed and second bedroom has a single bed and a set of bunks.

Parking for two vehicles, unfortunately not suitable for a boat trailer.

Absolutely not suitable for parties

Departure by 11.00AM

Arrival 1.00PM

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Pets very welcome
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You must bring your own Linen (sheets pillowcases bath mat towels and tea towels)
Property must be cleaned before vacating. All equipment and cleaning products are provided.
Property must be left ready for next guests as there is no cleaning service. All rubbish including recycling must be removed from property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20009866
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Whangamata

Whangamata is home to this holiday home. Martha Mine and Seddon St are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whangamata Marina and The Lakes Golf Course. Goldfields Railway and Waihi Arts Centre & Museum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Whangamata, Whangamata

What's nearby

  • Whangamata Marina - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whangamata Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Pauanui Beach - 35 min drive - 38.2 km
  • Karangahake Gorge - 53 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Hot Water Beach - 61 min drive - 70.0 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blackies Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port Road Project - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Palms - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Luv cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪SIX Forty SIX - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Boat House by Whangamata Marina pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at The Boat House by Whangamata Marina?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Boat House by Whangamata Marina?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Boat House by Whangamata Marina located?

Situated in Whangamata, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Whangamata Marina and Whangamata Beach. Williamson Park and Kotuku Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 271 out of 405 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 405 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 405 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 405 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 405 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kevin g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cosy bach.easy stroll into town and the beach.Great to get away for a weekend but would of loved to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pieter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place, close to town, pet friendly , easy check in.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Good amenities and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dustin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house centrally located and welcoming host
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toni M.

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

Great stay

Great place to stay, has everything I needed and was in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yes. easy to arrange very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place met expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great space to come, stay and explore Whangamata.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thank you enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taz b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot, clean and tidy, BBQ in working order. The hosts were friendly with quick responses. Walk to town is easy and the drive is 5 mins. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little spot for our overnight stay. Lovely and easy host, get communication. Will definitely visit again. Thanks for having us :)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
easy walk to Main Street ,really grateful we could bring our dog. The reserve Ove rthe road handy for the dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tania V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Communication was excellent and house has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

trish j.

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

Pleasant stay

Pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamonwan (Pam) D.

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

Good Place for a holiday

Amazing location, Good for surfing, Right in the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karlene H.

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

Winter getaway

Great little spot to escape for a few days. Nice areas to walk, and only a short drive into the main shopping area. Looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Naomi K.

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

Always a great stay

The Boat House is always a great place to stay. Great bed and well located. Just what is needed when we visit the family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Great stay

Great accommodation, and location. Great communication with owners and the whole process was made easy. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

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

Well presented and very comfortable.

Excellent property to stay in at Whangamatā.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Anne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This has been our second stay. Its grear low cost accommodation.We couldnt work out how to get freeview this time, but it didnt worry us as we used our hotspot for our netflix.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kathy G.

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

Whangamata weekend

We enjoyed our stay. The batch is in a great location and was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate W.

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

Great spot, everything you need for a stay at the beach.

Thanks so much for letting us stay and for the detailed instructions about the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jodi p.

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

Simple perfect for young family

Loved the location, affordable, perfect for an easy get away to enjoy the scenery and local shops in Whangamata
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

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

Whangamata overnight

Really much better than the picture would suggest. Roomy and well appointed and in a convenient location.We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Irene B.

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

X pats on holiday

Perfect for a short stay. Great value for money. Would definitely stay there again 😁
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

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