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The Oke Beach House

Family-friendly holiday home in Rawhiti

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Aerial of the property that is over looking both Hauai & Oke Bay.
Outdoor dining
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Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12550 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rawhiti, Northland
  • Place, Elliot Bay's Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Taupiri Bay
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 4

+12
12 Single Beds and 4 King Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Oke Beach House

Overlooking the striking blue waters of Hauai Bay, this home offers grand, modern spaces, privacy and restrained, tasteful decor. Start the day watching the sun rise on the back deck, with long tables providing an ideal breakfast spot in the shadow of swaying trees. The home features an extensive bar seating area and plush living room, with a quiet beach, scenic walking trail and historic Russel town nearby.

Oke Beach House is a shining example of considered, sophisticated design, with the home’s flat roof, straight lines and panoramic position announcing it as one of the finest options in the Bay of Islands. Drink in views of verdant islands and passing sailboats in the distance, with the home’s large central area being a natural congregation spot for large groups. Softly furnished bedrooms and refreshing, walk-in showers are ideal after an active day around the locality, while the home’s barbecue can quickly serve up fresh seafood and hearty vegetables for a terrace feast.

Located in one of the North Island’s most picturesque areas, the home is just steps from the sandy beaches and tranquil water of both Hauai Bay and Oke Bay. The nearby Cape Brett Walkway is a fine option for an energising hike, and offering clear views of the rugged forests and geography of the bay area. A short drive past local bays and over rolling hills will bring guests to the quaint village of Russell, complete with historic settlements, island cruises through the bay, and a nearby range of top-tier dining options.



BEDROOM & BATHROOM

• Bedroom 1 - Master: King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone rain shower, Walk-in closet, Television, Private balcony, Outdoor furniture, View of Kaingahoa Bay

• Bedroom 2: King size bed, Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone rain shower, Walk-in closet, Television, Lounge area, Direct access to balcony, View of Kaingahoa Bay

• Bedroom 3: 2 Twin size beds (can be converted to a king), Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower, Television, Direct access to balcony, View of Oke Bay

• Bedroom 4: 2 Twin size beds (can be converted to a king), Ensuite bathroom with stand-alone shower, Television, Direct access to terrace

• Bedroom 5 - Bunk Room 1: 2 twin size bunk beds, 1 double size bunk bed, Shared access to hall bathroom with Bunk Room 2, Stand-alone shower, Bathtub, Direct access to terrace

• Bedroom 6 - Bunk Room 2: 2 twin size bunk beds, 1 double size bunk bed, Shared access to hall bathroom with Bunk Room 1, Stand-alone shower, Bathtub, Direct access to terrace

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house is child friendly
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Events

No events allowed
For small weddings and gatherings please enquire.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Strictly no animals on site.
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: For small weddings and gatherings please enquire.
Host has indicated that there is no 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rawhiti

Rawhiti is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling, fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Rawhiti, Northland

What's nearby

  • Elliot Bay's Beach - 19 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Taupiri Bay - 20 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Russell Christ Church - 36 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Russell Beach - 36 min drive - 33.1 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 38 min drive - 33.8 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • Otehei Bay Restaurant
  • ‪Sage At Paroabay - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Oke Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Oke Beach House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Oke Beach House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Oke Beach House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Oke Beach House located?

This family-friendly Rawhiti holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bay of Islands and Elliot Bay's Beach. Taupiri Bay and Whangaruru Harbour are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 42 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Quentin H.

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

Absolutely stunning accommodation and location.

The house has amazing 360deg views and had all the comforts required to make our stay a special one. We will certainly be back!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Genie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is just amazing. The location & views are a dream come true. I would recommend to anyone and hope to stay again. Russell isn’t too far for a arvo at a cafe. We enjoyed going on bush walks down to the bays. The only thing I found odd is people walking past the back of the house to near by tracks. I didn’t realize it wasn’t private at the rear of the house looking down to oke bay.Besides that a perfect home to stay for any occasion.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L., Toronto

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

This place is magic

Architectural masterpiece home on a unique and stunning property. Incredible flow of the home, filled with natural light and open to the outdoors and stunning views. A lovely place to host family and special groups.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

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

Remote luxury

We loved our stay. It was the perfect place to accommodate our two young families. There was plenty to do in and around the house or a relatively short drive into town. We very quickly and easily unwound. The views were heavenly whatever direction you looked. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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

Spectacular!

The house is as amazing as it looks in the photos! The bay and beach are great for swimming and snorkeling and the house is spacious and well equipped. Athena and Joy were very easy to reach and super helpful and accommodating. 11/10!
Stayed 17 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leon O.

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

Sublime😍

Absolutely amazing property, stunning views, well kitted out, easy for large extended family get together. Would love stay there longer and will definitely plan to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret T.

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

Priceless!! 😍😍

surrounded by Scenic views over looking the star of it all Oke Bay you Beauty!! Indoor cosiness and Outdoor fireplace watching the rain ..Thank you for a timeless motion that will capture our stay for always nga mihi nui 🥰
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

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

Amazing place

We had a wonderful time in Rawhiti- wonderful house, everything you could want, property manager very attentive but not intrusive. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vicki G.

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

Views!!

Our ( adult kids) family stayed here and loved the views and cooking dinners in, hiking, kayaking white sand beach... the manager Shaz was wonderful! We went out of her way to help us with special items. Took A couple days trips in car but otherwise hung out here tj relax and enjoy home. It has options all day of shade or sun. The local people We met were kind. Generous and lovely! Shout out to Phil. Thank you!!!! And hiring private chef Keith was an incredible, special night
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty G.

Incredible views with awesome facilities! Loved the outdoor fire lounge area.

Thanks so much for letting our group enjoy the bay of islands charm. Your place is set on an amazing ridge to view the surrounding area. Swimming was divine at the beautiful peaceful oke beach and bush walks out the door. We didn’t need to leave the place! An incredible place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Absolutely fabulous property with stunning views and everything you could want.

Absolutely fabulous property with stunning views and everything you could want. Even though we went in winter the weather was still good and we had a lovely wood burning fire in the evenings. We all loved the property and will definitely return again despite the slightly remote location.
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Location is incredible.

Location is incredible. Looks even better than the photos!
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10/10 Excellent

Murray L.

This place is AMAZING! Stunning house with location to match in the...

This place is AMAZING! Stunning house with location to match in the beautiful Far North. We had a group of close friends incl visitors from the UK so it was the perfect venue to spend quality time together. The children loved it also, there is so much space for everyone. Even though you are prepared for arrival (from photos on this site), there is a WOW moment for everyone and excitement for the guests as they arrived. Thank you Verdon & Family for sharing your slice of Paradise.
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10/10 Excellent

Shayne D.

Amazing luxury place mixed in an amazing luxury setting

Amazing luxury place mixed in an amazing luxury setting

10/10 Excellent

Miranda H.

Next level accommodation, view and location

This property will blow your mind. From every room, to every view, to every detail. The grounds were immaculate, as well as the house. I would highly recommend this house to large groups or families wanting to come together but also have their own space.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Excellent property

We really enjoyed the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

Really enjoyed our stay

Amazing property with amazing views. Best place to have spent our wedding day
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Kent S.

A stunning property in an equally beautiful location

A stunning property in an equally beautiful location. The house has absolutely everything required for luxurious family and friends escape. A wonderful and very memorable weekend stay and we can’t wait to go back some time in the future. It cannot be recommended enough.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wow what an amazing place!

Wow what an amazing place! We had the best time with our friends celebrating my 40th birthday, it was the perfect location and set up. Would definitely love to go back in the future. Thank you so much for sharing your special place with us.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The beach house is just amazing.

The beach house is just amazing. It has everything you need and more! The location is magic with stunning views out both sides of the house
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The overall experience was very special.

The overall experience was very special. The house superb, the location stunning and we were blessed with the best NZ summer weather. With two decks at the front and back of the house, each overlooking a separate bay on either side, it is a very unique property. I found myself each night taking photographs of the magnificent sunsets. The living and outdoor areas are very spacious and incredibly well planned, and the kitchen very thoughtfully designed. An absolute gem, reality exceeds any photos!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

This property is gorgeous!

This property is gorgeous!!! Each room is simply fantastic, we loved opening the big sliding doors, sitting on one of the two decks and just enjoy the sea view. What a beautiful peace of paradise. We had an amazing holiday, fishing, walks, relaxing and simply just enjoying each others company in a beautiful environment . Definitely recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful batch to stay in.

A beautiful batch to stay in. We were a group of families with kids, toddlers and a baby in the mix. It was really well designed for the kids to play safely. The beaches were amazing. Thank you for having us. We had an amazing trip.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

This property is very special!

This property is very special! The location stunning and the outlook from each room, breathtaking! We had our wedding at the property and it couldn't of been more perfect. Its hard to put into words how amazingly special this house and Bay are. If your thinking of staying here don't think twice. You won't be disappointed. Even more stunning than the photographs. It's a little slice of paradise.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The bach was amazing.

The bach was amazing. The views were breathtaking. Had a 360 view of the beach. The house was immaculate. Very well equipped. Highly recommended. Worth every penny. Well definitely come back to this bach again.

About the host

Hosted by Athena Kelliher

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The Oke Beach House was purpose built by the large family that own the property. Between them there are 6 children, therefore the house surrounding areas are very child & teenager friendly.

Why they chose this property

The owners parents have had property and been holidaying at Rawhiti for over 75 years, the father has his own house and still comes here for 3 month every summer. The family are foodies so the house is very well set up for entertaining indoors and outdoors for large groups. The family use the house as often as they can and bring their boat in the summer months and also enjoy spending so time there in the winter enjoy the cooler evenings outdoors around the open fire.

What makes this property unique

The house is positioned and designed to maximise the stunning views of the Bay of Islands. Large decks on each side mean you can be in the sun or the shade as the day progresses. It has also been designed for all weather conditions meaning that it very rare that you cannot sit out of the wind or rain during wet weather. The beaches are safe kid friendly, ideal for rock hopping and beach combing. Bring the boat and all the toys. You can kayak over to any of the many surrounding islands and enjoy safe water skiing also. Close by is Deep Water Cover marine reserve which is ideal for diving and snorkelling. Enjoy a morning leisurely walk around the bays or the headline and for the more adventurous your in hiking heaven! Plenty of spectacular walks to do.

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