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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Outdoor barbecue
Fenced yard
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Master
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Sensational Sun Trap on Estuary Frontage - Pauanui
Comfortable 3 bedroom lockwood home in great condition with all the home comforts
100m to the beach & boat ramp, together with safe estuary swimming and water sports (i.e. swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, boating, water-skiing & fishing). Very central location, with a drive less than 2 hours from Auckland, Rotorua or Hamilton. Well located for exploring the Coromandel, Cathedral Cove, Hahei, Hot Water Beach and Whangamata. Hike the Coromandel Ranges or catch a ferry to Tairua. Pauanui has a myriad of safe walkways, as well as off-road cycling/walking and exploring. Cafes, supermarket, liquor store, bakery, petrol station + others, together with public tennis courts, as well as putt-putt and a skate park for the kids.
Recent upgrades: 2 luxury king beds in bedrooms 1 and 2. Third bedroom has 2 single beds (trundler bed)
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Noise to be kept at low level - respect neighbours
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoke-free House
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: Noise to be kept at low level - respect neighbours
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Pauanui
Located in Pauanui, this holiday home is by the ocean. Pauanui Pines Golf Course and The Lakes Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Gallagher Park and Pauanui Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Pauanui Library and Information Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Gallagher Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
The Lakes Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Pauanui Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Cathedral Cove - 26 min drive - 34.0 km
Getting around
Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Two Tides Bakery - 20 min drive
The Old Mill Cafe - 23 min drive
The Local - 16 min walk
Tairua Landing - 20 min drive
Flock Kitchen And Bar - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sensational Sun Trap on Estuary Frontage - Pauanui pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sensational Sun Trap on Estuary Frontage - Pauanui?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sensational Sun Trap on Estuary Frontage - Pauanui on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$262, 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 Sensational Sun Trap on Estuary Frontage - Pauanui?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sensational Sun Trap on Estuary Frontage - Pauanui?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sensational Sun Trap on Estuary Frontage - Pauanui?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Sensational Sun Trap on Estuary Frontage - Pauanui located?
This family-friendly Pauanui holiday home is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Pauanui Pines Golf Course, Gallagher Park and The Lakes Golf Course. Pauanui Beach and Pauanui Library and Information Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very quiet with direct access to a wonderful beach.
The house is well equipped for self catering with a lot of space for families
Good communication with owner
We loved this house! Has everything you need for a comfortable stay plus is in such a great location for kids to roam in the park, play on the rope swings and ride bikes with other neighbourhood kids. Will definitely be booking this one again :)
We really enjoyed our stay! Great location with beautiful outlook. Very comfortable and well equipped house. Great communication. Would recommend.
Kate F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re very pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the house comfortable and well-equipped. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re glad the location and outlook added to your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back in the future!
A wonderful place to stay. Everything and more with excellent indoor-outdoor flow to large deck looking out to the water. Perfect spot, easy communication with Malcolm and will be back in the future.
We have stayed a couple of times with family visiting from OS. The home has everything you need and more. The hosts are amazing and super helpful. Looking forward to the next visit!
This is our second visit to this Bach and we had a fantastic time.
Fantastic bach in a great location, close to everything in Pauanui. The bach is well maintained and has everything needed. Great views towards the estuary and lovely and quiet. Communication from the property owner was also friendly and timely - thanks. We'll definitely visit again.
Emma B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2023
Thanks Emma, very pleased you enjoyed your holiday!
We loved our stay at the property. The house has everything you need and was very clean and tidy. Peaceful neighborhood at least at this time of the year. Plenty of room for the kids to play in the park next to the house. Tuis visiting the trees of the property everyday was definitely a plus!! Highly recommended!
We had a wonderful time in Coromandel. The house was very cozy and had everything you need. The kitchen was well equipped and the beds were comfortable. The highlight was of course the terrace overlooking the water. A perfect start to the day to have breakfast on the terrace. The location is also good. You can make day trips to various beaches. Our host Malcolm was very helpful and responded quickly to any questions. I can highly recommend the accommodation.
Good communication, great location, well appointed.
Great spot and would be awesome in summer. Unfortunately for us both heating sources (AC and Heater) were faulty. Being a winter booking we specifically chose a place with a heat pump but upon arrival found it was faulty, and the backup heater failed also, therefore we were very uncomfortable so cut our stay short and went home. Not a great birthday for the Mrs.
Mike V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2022
Sorry to hear of your issues; the heat pump was replaced the day after this booking - the air con company let us down on this occasion. There were 2 other serviceable heaters in the house. As usual, we call our guests on the night of arrival and confirm all is well; the contact was not returned; if we had known, there are support people in Pauanui who could have assisted to ensure your stay was comfortable. Happy to welcome you back at any time, thank you for staying
Verified
8/10 Good
Margaret P.
29 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Review
As advertised. How-ever there was /is a building site just over the road so we were woken by hammering most mornings. No mention of this prior to arriving and it was not a new building site. Cant believe the owner didn't know. Also, the BBQ was so black and thick with grease we didn't use it.
Margaret P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2024
The building site across the street is a home renovation (shortly to be completed) owned by a local builder and realtor who look after my Pauanui house. Reaching out to me earlier would have been useful as I could have passed on the noise comment. I most certainly was aware of the renovation but had no information that there were any untoward issues or non-compliant activity. Regarding the barbeque - thanks for letting me know - its always unfortunate when prior guests don't meet their obligations before departing. Thank you for staying and we look forward to welcoming you back!
About the host
Hosted by Malcolm
What makes this property unique
While we like all of Pauanui, this house is exceptional as it is located on the estuary side frontage - it escapes the summertime easterly wind on the oceanfront, has a magnificent view to the water and an expanse of grassy area in front which is protected reserve. It is very close to the Pleasant Point boat ramp, but for larger vessels the Royal Billy Point boat ramp is nearby
Languages:
English, Spanish
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests