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Under the shade of trees and surrounded by lush lawns, Matarangi Beach House is a haven for relaxation. Take leisurely walks along the beach, explore nearby New Chums Beach or enjoy books from our collection in one of our sunny bedrooms with cozy 1970s decor.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming Family Bach

Big lawn, shady trees for lounging under, listening to the surf
Go for sunset (or sunrise!) walks along beach
Walk around the Southern headland, Opera point, (when tide is out) into the harbour then back to the main beach
Take the track to New Chums Beach
Books, to read while you're here
Natural wood interior, sunny bedrooms, cosy 1970s decor

Wheelchair access to house and separate bathroom with full size bath (ask owner for more details)
Easy walk to shop, with all the essentials including petrol
Four minutes drive to harbour boat ramp
Matarangi Golf Course is 15 mins East and the Coromandel Course 20 mins West
There are restaurants and cafes at Matarangi, Kuaotunu, Whitianga and Coromandel
External cell phone antenna (Yagi type). Gives a consistently good signal. Especially useful for T-sticks, Vodems, skyping... Points at Telecom and Vodafone towers.
Special conditions:
Families preferred,
Property not fully fenced for toddlers,
Stairs can be blocked off at top for small children,
Sofa-bed in lounge comfortable for 1 person.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay). NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels).

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Whangapoua is home to this vacation home. Whangapoua Wharf and Waiau Kauri Grove are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whangapoua Beach and Pungapunga Island. The Coromandel Smoking Co. and Driving Creek Railway are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Whangapoua travel guide
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Whangapoua, Coromandel Peninsula

What's nearby

  • New Chums Beach
    New Chums Beach
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cathedral Cove
    Cathedral Cove
    57 min drive - 83.9 km
  • Whangapoua Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Whangapoua Wharf
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    30 min drive - 42.5 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pipers Cafe & Catering
    15 min drive
  • Omaras Restaurant
    17 min drive
  • Velocity Cafe
    16 min drive
  • Solo Cafe Driving Creek
    19 min drive
  • Good Coffee Mataz
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Family Bach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Family Bach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Family Bach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Family Bach located?

Situated in Whangapoua, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Whangapoua Beach and Pungapunga Island. Whangapoua Wharf is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) away.

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Charming Family Bach Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 104 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina S.

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

great get away

lovely stay, great location right by the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tai B.

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

An excellent time - as always

We love staying at the A-frame bach! Clean, convenient and affordable! Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly E.

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

Classic kiwi bach

We had a wonderful stay at Mandy’s bach! A nostalgic and charming little bach, it was exactly as shown in the listing and such a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Easy beach stay

Mandy’s place was welcoming and cosy and perfect for an easy beach getaway. Lots of fans for warm nights and being able to open up all the windows was so lovely. So close to the beach and corner store. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesa A.

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

Fabulous location

Beautiful part of Coromandel, walking distance to beach and an easy drive to other areas - Hahei, Whitianga, hot water beach. House was suited to our needs 2 adults & 4 children. Friendly & timely communication from host. Overall a fantastic holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jessamy K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

This bach is super cute and in a perfect location for New Chums Beach and exploring the Coromandel. The house itself is very retro which I love, but that extends to old beds and appliances etc so be aware of that when booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan O.

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

Perfect Kiwi bach experience

Perfect spot to relax for a weekend away from the city. The house is incredibly charming, we loved all the tasteful crafts and art. Early morning swims in the crystal clear water at Whangapoua then around the rocks to New Chums for the afternoon. Stunning weather, beautiful bird song, I can't recommend this place enough. We will be back for sure. Paradise!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri A.

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

Top Location!

Relaxed, chill, true blue batch styles. Lovely established grounds, 2 decks & through breeze an added bonus. Super location, just a hop skip & jump from the stunning main beach, New Chums end estuary & shop with everything you might need to get by & more. Thanks for sharing! Ngā mihi 🏖
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnica v.

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

Fantastic authentic 70s kiwi bach

Easily fits 6 people, without being in each others space and face, there are enough corners and curtains to get some quiet time. Tastefully kept in 70s style and there was something for everybody, games, books, puzzle. The house and the tasteful space and contents entertained everybody in our party which had an age range from 10-year-old to 79-year-old. Beach less than 5 minutes stroll, as well as the start to New Chums walk. A gem, saved as favourite for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

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

Perfect little escape

This lovely wee quirky A-Frame gem was the perfect base for us to spend afew relaxing days. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed to keep hungry bellies fed. Super comfy beds to get that beauty sleep after busy days wandering the beach and the lovely local area. Perfectly located right near easy beach access and just a short stroll to a nice little playground for any kids. The weather really turned it on for us, but we were pleased to see a good collection of books and board games if the predicted rain had decided to arrive. Well stocked with extra blankets for when the nights are bit chilly. Plenty of birdlife swinging through to visit the backyard, even a Kereru having a bit of an upside down munch on the berries of one of the palms right infront of us, a real highlight for our daughter to see. All in all this was a perfect little spot for us to escape the rat race for afew days and we wouldnt hesitate to come and visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a lovely stay and great host. Cheers
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Desiree F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcoming and thoughtful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle l.

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

Easy access, great location, enjoyed listening to the Ocean,would stay again

Good communication, loved the bath ,beautiful area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryce G.

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

Short break

Pleasant old school bach. Nice place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolyn J.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good vacation

Easy walk to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was easy with good comms and nice touch with the home made jam! Quintessential original Kiwi bach. Close to the New Chums track and the ever magnificent Whangapoua beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

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

Amazing paradise

Beautiful thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

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

Cozy Bach on Magic Beach

Great place steps to the best beaches in NZ! Very responsive and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia W.

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

Stunning

Great location! Loved the house - great vibes and had all the needed amenities :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

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

Overnight stay

This was the quintessential Bach! Beautiful spot, worth the trip past the township🙂
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

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

Storybook A frame by the beach

We loved our stay. Thank you Mandy. Hope we can come back again next year and every year. Loved having no WiFi too x
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James O.

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

Hi

A real batch, enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whangapoua 1970s

Lovely A-frame bach in a nostalgic 1970s style throughout. Easy and direct access to the beach and shop. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raquel M.

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

Adorable bach

This is a really cute bach and it was perfect for our needs. Totally hassle-free, would definitely visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023