Popping with colour and charm and just 200m from the beachfront - welcome to The Black Shack!
Perfect for your next family summer adventure, this 4-bedroom holiday home is comforting, spacious, and a gorgeous indoor/outdoor flow that creates the classic kiwi summer getaway experience!
Spend your days out on the balcony with the sausages sizzling away on the bbq while you enjoy a glass of wine to the fresh summer breeze brushing along your face. Spread across 2-floors and enjoying a modern selection of furnishings and decor that creates an easy-going atmosphere, you'll be sure to feel completely relaxed.
With a spacious, fully-fenced outdoor area for the kids to a kick a ball around and all the amenities you need, like a TV complimented with a DVD player for when you want to retreat from the summer heat and unwind to a couple of your favourite movies - relax in complete style.
Located just down the road from the beach, taking a morning stroll along the Cooks Bay beachfront and admire the stunning blue oceans or sit back on the beach and drench up the sun whilst you enjoy a good book to read. When you're feeling like a bite to eat, the local eateries are just a 3-minute drive away, and Purangi Estate is only 7-minute up the road!
Make your next summer getaway one to remember and stay at The Black Shack! Please note that there is no internal staircase between bottom and top floors.
Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.
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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 fire extinguisher
About the area
Cooks Beach
Located in Cooks Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds and Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Purangi Regional Reserve and Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve.
Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 28 min drive - 40.8 km
Getting around
Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
The Church Restaurant and Accomodation - 9 min drive
The Pour House - 10 min drive
Hahei Beach Cafe - 10 min drive
Little Blue Kitchen - 10 min drive
Grace O'Malley's - 28 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Black Shack - Cooks Beach Holiday Home pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Black Shack - Cooks Beach Holiday Home?
As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Shack - Cooks Beach Holiday Home on 16 May 2027 start from AU$476, 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 The Black Shack - Cooks Beach Holiday Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Black Shack - Cooks Beach Holiday Home?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Black Shack - Cooks Beach Holiday Home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Black Shack - Cooks Beach Holiday Home located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cooks Beach, Purangi Regional Reserve and Captain Cook's Memorial. Stella Evered Memorial Park Reserve and Maramaratotara Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Such an awesome place to relax and enjoy with great views of the ocean. Had an amazing time. Thanks
Nathan L.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2025
Nathan, it’s great to hear you had such an amazing time at The Black Shack. We’re glad the stunning ocean views and relaxing setting made for a memorable stay. Thanks again for your kind words.
Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare.
Brilliant stay here with 6 adults and infant, and 2 big dogs. Comms with the manager was brilliant. This is the kind of place that has everything classic kiwi bach - perfect if you’re after comfort and ease over modern and flashy. Perfect spot for our dogs, and our crawling baby was always safe. The place could do with a big spring clean, general cleanliness was great though. Would definitely book again. The next door neighbour needs bigger problems in her life, as long as you stay well away from the boundary of her lawn and take photos that do not include her property she should keep to herself, peeping behind the blind.