Waterfront vacation rentals in Te Ika-a-Māui / North Island

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Cottage in New Plymouth

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews

Little Church Bay Bed & Breakfast

Our newly constructed Little Church Bay is located in one of the best locations in Taranaki. It’s on the beachfront at East End Beach -a short stroll along the walkway into town for the best shops, cafes, bars & tourist attractions. Available for bed & breakfast stays & function hire ie wedding ceremonies. A romantic oasis cosy & private with many activities on your doorstep. Loft beds (2 single) available however not suitable for toddlers or elderly as steep stairwell to access. 2 night min.

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Cottage in Āwhitu

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews

Soak watching the sun set at Coastal Acres Escape.

Feel your worries slip away as you journey through rolling green pastures to Coastal Acres Escape. Just 1.5 hours from the CBD and you’ve arrived. Pause for a moment. Take in a deep breath of sea air. You are standing on the deck. The Tasman sea stretches out below you between towering dune cliffs. The sun is getting low, casting a warm glow over the surrounding pastures. There is no one around. Just you and the horizon. Take a sip. Fire up the bbq. Enjoy dinner with the best view in the world.

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Cottage in Carterton RD1

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 369 reviews

Provence French Cottage - a Wairarapa retreat.

Wonderful eco-sustainable French style cottage built of stone and native timber with picturesque views of the river valley and mountains. Near to Carterton, Greytown and Masterton. Drink pure artesian spring water while listening to abundant birds and sitting on your veranda. Go for a bush walk in the National Park across the river, go biking, play golf - or visit the vineyards and restaurants for a vibrant time. This is an adventure escape that is close to the vibrant Wairarapa 'good life'!

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Guest suite in Karapiro

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 459 reviews

Lake Edge Stunning views Karapiro

Lake Edge..Lake Karapiro, stunning uninterrupted views of the finishing Line of The Worlds Best Rowing, WakaAma, Canoeing, Hydroplanes, Kayaking, Water Skiing. Directly opposite Don Rowlands HOBBITON 20 min Waikato River Trail 15 min 10 mins CAMBRIDGE 10 mins AVANTIDRONE 50 minutes Waitomo Caves 5 min Boatshed Wedding 1hour 45 mins International Airport HAMILTON AIRPORT 25 minutes Guests have total privacy separate Pavilion from main dwelling. Jetty on Lake edge direct access to water

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Home in Hahei

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Hahei Ocean Dream - with spa & pool - just listed!

Nestled on a hill top in the Coromandel Peninsula , our private beach house offers breath-taking views from every room. This is the perfect place to rejuvenate & soak up the sun... Please note: The forth bedroom is a private sleepout with ensuite that is not attached to the main house (but is just a few steps away). During the cooler months, there is a heat pump and to keep the house toasty and warm. See more photos on our site.. search for Hahei Ocean Dream New Zealand & you'll find us..

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Tiny home in Raglan

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 346 reviews

The Gazebo

The Gazebo is a unique small space at the end of the Raglan harbour. Privately sited on a small farm founded on permaculture principles, The Gazebo features native timber, a mezzanine sleeping platform, and unique indoor-outdoor living spaces. With an outdoor galley kitchen and gas-heated shower among the magnolias, you will have all the comforts of home while being brought into the outdoors. The private outdoor bath overlooking the sunset across the harbour is a stand-out feature.

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Cottage in Okere Falls

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 391 reviews

The Love Shack Lake Rotoiti. Absolute Lake Edge.

Romantic & secluded this self-contained cottage is nestled amongst native bush. Metres from the water's edge, with jetty & ramp, free use of kayaks, Stand up paddleboards. 25 minutes from Rotorua, just 15 minutes from the airport. 5 minutes to the nearest cafe. Enjoy bushwalks or world-class mountain biking in the Redwood Forest. kayaking on the lake or even take in a rafting trip on the famous Kaituna river. A 2017 Bach of the Year -Gold medalist for the "Charm" category.

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Guest suite in Raglan

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 510 reviews

Harbourfront studio with hot tub & kayak

Relax and Unwind! This harbour front studio offers a serene retreat on a peninsula, complete with a jetty for swimming and fishing. Enjoy exclusive access to the spa/hot tub and complimentary use of the double and single kayaks. *Absolute harbor front *Hot tub for your exclusive use *Explore Okete waterfall at high tide My family and I live upstairs in the main house, ensuring your privacy while you enjoy this tranquil getaway.

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Tent in Admiralty Bay

5 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews

Kokowhai Bay Glamping # Beach #Romance #Privacy

Welcome to Kokowhai Bay Glamping; where elegance and generous hospitality meets the mountain and sea. Kokowhai is a peaceful haven situated in extensive grounds; the property is set on 170 hectares - this guarantees both solitude and adventure. The Glamping Tent sleeps two and is perfect for honeymooners, tourists or Kiwis wanting a special trip away in their own back yard. Check us out on Instagram - kokowhai_glamping

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Guesthouse in Kaiwaka

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Relax on the Kaipara Harbour

A lovely fully equipped modern cottage in a rural setting on the beautiful Kaipara Harbour (only 90 mins north of Auckland). Peaceful and private, you can lounge on the bean bags on the deck, or watch the tui as you soak in the bath. Native bush runs down to an estuary outside your floor to ceiling windows. Sheep, dogs, ducks and birdlife share the property with you as well as the occassional peacock harem.

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Home in Opononi

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 254 reviews

Romantic getaway, view!!!, & all the mod cons!

Amazing unobstructed 180° view of the Hokianga harbor. Beautiful modern one bedroom place. All day sun. Full kitchen, great appliances. Awesome BBQ. Outdoor bath! Outdoor furniture. Perfect place for a romantic get away or to escape the madness, chill and think. UV and micro-filtered rain water. Great wifi. Super comfy inside. Outside lounge on the deck. 10 acres of native NZ bush to have to yourself.

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Guesthouse in Pataua

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews

Beachfront Cabin - spa, kayaks, bikes

* Spa *Internet *Bikes *Kayaks Pātaua South is a special place at any time of year, 30 minutes from Whangarei, New Zealand's northernmost city. The cabin overlooks the entrance to the estuary and Mount Pataua, with Pataua North to the left. Transport yourself to the past and relish in the nostalgia of the traditional baches. Immerse yourself in the allure and unpretentiousness of the 1960s era.