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Kairakau Hideaway close to beach!

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Cozy up to the fireplace in the open plan living space.
Enjoy the birdsong and bush views from the comfort of the deck.
The quintessential kiwi Bach kitchen.
The inside dining space can accommodate up to eight guests.
Cozy up on the couch with a good book or play a board game with the family.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 81 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Mangakuri Beach, Elsthorpe
  • Place, Kirakau Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Napier Beach
  • Place, Splash Planet
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Kairakau Hideaway close to beach!

Kairakau Beach, fifty minutes from Hastings, thirty-five minutes to local shops and twenty minutes to the country pub. This is the ultimate getaway. Small sandy beach, suited to families, with a stunning backdrop of rocky hills. The community tennis court, estuary, and safe streets make it perfect for kids to do their own thing. Bring the boat and fishing rods. Plenty of native bush to encourage bird song and a sense of getting away from it all.

Special conditions:
Minimum stay 2 nights
- Bring your own linen and towels, duvets provided.
please vacate property by 10.30am .


NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave. Please bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels).

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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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
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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

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 20049483

About the area

Kairakau

Located in Kairakau, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kirakau Beach and Mangakuri Beach, while Central Hawke’s Bay Settler’s Museum and Birdwoods Gallery are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Mangakuri Beach, Elsthorpe

What's nearby

  • Kirakau Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mangakuri Beach - 12 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Splash Planet - 57 min drive - 73.6 km
  • Te Mata Peak - 58 min drive - 72.2 km
  • Black Barn Vineyards - 58 min drive - 71.8 km

Frequently asked questions

Is Kairakau Hideaway close to beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kairakau Hideaway close to beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kairakau Hideaway close to beach!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kairakau Hideaway close to beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kairakau Hideaway close to beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Kirakau Beach and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Mangakuri Beach. Central Hawke’s Bay Settler’s Museum and Central Hawkes Bay Settlers Museum are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 178 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect! The quintessential kiwi bach. Lorraine was an excellent host and the facilities were awesome. Location totally unbeatable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ava H.

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

Fantastic trip away!

The most gorgeous bach in a great location! stunning views and a great trip away!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni C.

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

Great place even in winter!

We needed a mid-winter mini get away and this place was great and nice and cosy with the fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernadine C.

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

Lovely property

We had a lovely holiday in this quiet retreat. Very family friendly and great communication with hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall G.

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

Great Long Weekend

Even with crazy winds for a couple of days, there was plenty to do at the bach. Once the wind was gone, just a quick walk to the beach, great place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cam O.

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

Great breakaway Bach stay

Great little winter stay. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe C.

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

Fantastic Place!

Lorraine is very easy to deal with. The team always enjoy staying here when in the area for work. It's clean, tidy and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shelley D.

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

Cute & Cosy Beach Bach

Lovely property in beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Great bach

A great place to stay nice and warm and tranquil
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen E.

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

Kairakau

Awesome place to stay, very clean and comfy… the kids loved the hammock!! We had a wonderful time and everything was easy to find and use. 100% recommend as a lovely getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marissa W.

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

Great Escape!

Great relaxed weekend at the beach. Was exactly what we were looking for. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

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

Nice and relaxing

We went for a relaxing time and thats definitely what it was. Fire heated the place well too
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherize E.

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

Fantastic stay in a beautiful location

It was a fantastic location with lots to do. The home was lovely, neat and welcoming. The hosts communication was prompt and they are very generous. Thank you Loraine and family. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh J., Havelock North

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

Great location

This is a great getaway for rest and relaxation. The bach has everything that is needed for a beach holiday. Easy walk to the beach, lovely big sunny deck to enjoy all day outdoor living. It's cosy, comfortable and restful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt and Jen J., Hawkes Bay

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

Romantric Break away from it all

Beautiful location and lovely cottage - we had a wonderfully romantic mini break enjoying nature and peace and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel H.

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

Kairakau treasure

Perfect place for a quiet get away. Restful, and comfortable. We had all we needed and more. definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

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

September Break.

Had a wonderful couple of days here, all the facilities you need. So nice and warm in the evenings with the fireplace. Loved playing tennis! Everything was great, thank you for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

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

Relaxing mini break

Thanks for the use of your lovely bach. Accurate listing, comfortable and well stocked. We enjoyed the short stroll to the beach. Great spot for the children to explore and the hammock was a hit with both kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve and Belinda K.

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

Cosy Bach with a loved family feel.

We had a lovely stay in this charming Bach. The fire really warmed the whole place nicely. Would happily stay for much longer. Breakfast outside on the deck with the morning sun is lovely, and with all the birds is magic. We will definitely be back in the warmer months if we can.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon M.

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

Making the Most of the Weather

We had a two night stay, a strong wet easterly kept us indoors for most of our stay. The house was warm and cosy thanks to a a very efficient woodburner. This is a very spectacular piece of coastine which we are keen to come back and explore in summer
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great girl's weekend at this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

frances m.

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

Relaxing retreat

This was the ideal location to get away from the hustle and bustle. It was lovely to take winter walks on the beach then come home to a comfy fire with a good book and a glass of something nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susannah M.

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

Great little bach

Really exceeded our expectations - lovely bach with great spaces. Nice cosy fire. Appreciated the games for the kids!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

aliciastarfish

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

Lovely spot

A lovely secluded spot next to native bush and close to the beach. Very relaxing and a great little kiwi bach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

phil r.

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

Family get away

Great little place,nice and simple has all you need to get away with the family and friends, highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Lorraine Ireland

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What makes this property unique

Walks to the top of Kairakau hills for stunning views.

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English

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