10/10 Excellent
chris m.
16 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
chris m.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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Quiet and tranquil, overlooking the sea
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Kaipara Harbour, Tinopai
- Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
- Place, Omaha Beach
- Place, Matakana Village
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Caravan
1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed
Lounge
1 Double Futon and 1 Child Bed
Main bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Single bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Quiet and tranquil, overlooking the sea
Tinopai is a quiet settlement in the Northern Kaipara Harbour. Tinopai means Very Good, and so it is! Good swimming, the water's so clean, being close to the Heads. The Matakohe Museum is a must, top class! The locals are really nice, we hope you get to know them. If you have a boat, great fishing 1 km up the estuary (exact spot is classified information). There's a wharf from which to fish if you are a landlubber. If you're fit, Mt Tokatoka is worth a climb, to view the Kaipara all the way to Dargaville. If you're a stargazer, the night sky is an astronomer's dream.
There is an Alpaca farm to visit at 308A Arapaoa Road, $30 per vehicle. A delightful experience!
The bach itself is set on half an acre, with a small bush walk at the bottom. Sleeps six comfortably. There is a wee caravan (which the kids fight over) on site.
Special conditions:
A limit of 6
Families preferred
Smoking allowed outside only
Deck not fenced so watch small children
Pets allowed with prior approval
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels and sheets)
There is an Alpaca farm to visit at 308A Arapaoa Road, $30 per vehicle. A delightful experience!
The bach itself is set on half an acre, with a small bush walk at the bottom. Sleeps six comfortably. There is a wee caravan (which the kids fight over) on site.
Special conditions:
A limit of 6
Families preferred
Smoking allowed outside only
Deck not fenced so watch small children
Pets allowed with prior approval
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels and sheets)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Gym
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off the power at switchbox
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Tinopai
Located in Tinopai, this holiday home is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Kauri Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore The Landing and Atiu Creek Regional Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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What's nearby
- Kauri Museum - 19 min drive - 27.4 km
- Kaipara Harbour - 29 min drive - 41.1 km
Getting around
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Carissa P.
21 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carissa P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Shirley D.
30 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shirley D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Monique F.
9 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend away
Monique F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly H.
2 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property!
Kelly H.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Delicia R.
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delicia R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Kerry D.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Kerry D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rochelle B.
30 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Rochelle B.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pam B.
26 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pam B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Don H.
10 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Margaret H.
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views of a lifetime
Margaret H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
morris w.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome property
morris w.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard R.
30 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Tinopai
Richard R.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jasmine G.
1 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility in Tinopai
Jasmine G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandra M.
13 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Sandra M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
chrystal c.
25 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem of the north
chrystal c.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sam M.
9 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Sam M.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ella B.
6 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Ella B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian P.
1 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and easy
Brian P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ben M.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Ben M.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Wayne S.
13 Mar 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
relaxed
Wayne S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jo B.
8 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay
Jo B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Maree A.
22 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
History Getaway
Maree A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Helen F.
30 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and private
Helen F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
camila r.
26 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
camila r.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
About the host
Hosted by JulieCh7
We are a retired couple. Over 20 years ago we built our bach. The land was covered with young gum trees about 6 ft high. We never knew if we would see the water or not after they were felled, but we did! We have a lovely view. It was a long process of building, just on weekends, we'd bring the materials up on a trailer and work doggedly, staying in the little caravan you see out the back. We so much enjoy sharing the fruit of our labours.
Why they chose this property
Pat always wanted to build a bach. We tried to find section on the east coast but the cost was astronomical. We could afford this land, and we are glad we chose the west coast.
What makes this property unique
Tinopai means Very Good, which is true to form!
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