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A beach with people walking along the shore and a dog near the water.
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A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table. There is a large window providing a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living room with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.
A view from inside a vehicle looking out onto a golf course with a pond, trees, and distant hills.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Matarangi, Waikato Region
  • Place, Matarangi Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Buffalo Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Spring Thermal Pools
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Matarangi

Located within a leisurely stroll of Matarangi Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Kuaotunu Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Matarangi Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kuaotunu Beach - 16 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Buffalo Beach - 33 min drive - 18.4 miles
  • Driving Creek Railway - 35 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 40 min drive - 21.3 miles

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Omaras Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Velocity Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Good Coffee Mataz - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Whangapoua Catering - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kua Kawhe - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Home Away from Home - close to beach

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. Open plan living spaces that flow to an outside sunny entertainment deck, with a fully fenced section. Ample space for kids to play, with outdoor basketball hoop.
House has 3 generous-sized bedrooms with queen beds and storage. Fourth bedroom (carpeted garage made bedroom) has 2 singles beds with ensuite (shower and toilet). Open plan living-dining area, with modern kitchen facilities. 5mins to Beach and 2min to Golf club.

Other things to note
Please note Linen and towels is not included in rate this is additional cost please contact host
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please make sure the key is returned to the lockbox
Make sure BBQ is left clean or there will be an additional charge.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Guest is required to send an Identification Card after they booked!

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Matarangi within a short 8-minute walk of Matarangi Beach. You'll also find Kuaotunu Beach and Buffalo Beach nearby.

Is parking available on site at Home Away from Home - close to beach?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Home Away from Home - close to beach good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Does Home Away from Home - close to beach have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Home Away from Home - close to beach have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is 17.2 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Home Away from Home - close to beach?

Yes, every house at Home Away from Home - close to beach comes with a patio.

Home Away from Home - close to beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house layout is excellent for our family configuration with 2 bathrooms and open living area. Lovely airy spaces & great outside decks. Good communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026