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Fishermen's rest, safe parking. fenced yard, Walk to beach.

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A kitchen with a wooden table, a microwave, and a dishwasher.
Outdoor dining
A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bench.
A metal shed with two garage doors, a small window, and a grassy yard.
A residential area with a clear view of the sea, houses, and a car parked on the driveway.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Buffalo Beach
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Whitianga, Waikato
  • Place, Buffalo Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Mercury Bay Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fishermen's rest, safe parking. fenced yard, Walk to beach.

Cabin. open plan. 1 master bedroom (walled but not to ceiling), 2 single beds in living area. WIFI. TV. Deep freeze, full kitchen. 2 showers. Covered deck large lawn fenced and flat. washdown, filleting. camping. Caravan plug. Pets by arrangement.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
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
Please follow house rules and tidy up after your visit. There are additional bin tags for red bin ( above kitchen) but please remove your trash to Whitianga recycling station
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9996072
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 fire extinguisher
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

About the area

Whitianga

Located in Whitianga, this cabin is by the sea. Mercury Bay Golf & Country Club and Combat Zone Paintball and Fun Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Opito Point Historic Reserve and Buffalo Beach. The Coromandel Smoking Co. and Driving Creek Railway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and ecotours.
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Whitianga, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Buffalo Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Brophys Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Mercury Bay Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 4 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Church Restaurant and Accomodation - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Hahei Beach Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Pour House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Little Blue Kitchen - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Grace O'Malley's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fishermen's rest, safe parking. fenced yard, Walk to beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Fishermen's rest, safe parking. fenced yard, Walk to beach.?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fishermen's rest, safe parking. fenced yard, Walk to beach. on 7 Oct 2026 start from AU$348, 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 Fishermen's rest, safe parking. fenced yard, Walk to beach.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Fishermen's rest, safe parking. fenced yard, Walk to beach. located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Buffalo Beach, Lost Spring Thermal Pools and Brophys Beach. Cathedral Cove and Cathedral Cove 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.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean property pet friendly good communication with host
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2026
Nice guests easy communication Welcome again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mic R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at your BachThe accommodation was exactly as in the pictures We appreciated that we could take the dogs and that the section was fenced to keep our dogs safe Nice quick walk to the beach Checkin was easy and we would return again Thanks Mic and Denise
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2026
Awesome
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cerise J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication was excellent. The bach was exactly as described, comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Reegan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, has everything you need for a weekend getaway. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2026
That’s great. Welcome back anytime. Thanks for choosing us.

About the host

Hosted by Shane Wallace

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Our batch is perfect for families and fishermen. Smart decor, new appliances, wifi. better than campground or motels.Private. lots of parking. We love hosting kiwis/travellers who want a home away from home.

Why they chose this property

Whitianga is like an oasis. Great islands to explore. hiking , shopping, eating out. whiti city has so much more. The lost springs hot pools is amazing

What makes this property unique

Big lawn. Just a home away from home. All modern appliances make a comfortable living space you want to come back.

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