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The Pirate's Rest, a tiny home by the beach.

Vacation home in Pauanui with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Exterior detail
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4377 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Pauanui, Waikato
  • Place, Gallagher Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pauanui Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Lakes Golf Course
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Pauanui

Located within a 5-minute walk of Gallagher Park, this vacation home is within a 15-minute stroll of Pauanui Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Gallagher Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pauanui Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pauanui Library and Information Centre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Lakes Golf Course - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Cathedral Cove - 24 min drive - 21.4 miles

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Tides Bakery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Pepe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tairua Landing - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Punters Bar & Grill - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Tairua Bakery - ‬20 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.

The Pirate's Rest, a tiny home by the beach.

The Pirate's Rest is a beautifully designed tiny bach, just a 100m stroll from the stunning Pauanui beach. Enjoy sea views to the Alderman Islands from inside or while relaxing at your personal slab bar on the wraparound deck.

This bach features an open-plan living area, one bedroom, and a bunk pod, making it perfect for couples or a small family (2 adults and 2 children) looking to experience unique off-grid living. You're also within walking distance of playgrounds, a boat ramp, a supermarket, and local restaurants.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a dryer, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 377 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
We would appreciate it if you could do your own dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No shoes in house Quiet after 10pm
Please leave as you find it - clean and tidy 🙂
Pets Please keep animals off the furniture and clean up after them. The property is not gated so please try and keep dogs away from neighbours.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 first aid kit
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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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.
  • 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.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Pirate's Rest, a Tiny Home by the Beach Pauanui

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home in Pauanui is within a 10-minute walk of Pauanui Beach and Gallagher Park. You'll also find Pauanui Pines Golf Course and The Lakes Golf Course less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is The Pirate's Rest, a tiny home by the beach. a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.

Are there hot tubs at The Pirate's Rest, a tiny home by the beach.?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome), which is about 16.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Pirate's Rest, a tiny home by the beach.?

Yes, every accommodation at The Pirate's Rest, a tiny home by the beach. comes with a deck with some featuring water views.

The Pirate's Rest, a tiny home by the beach. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Murray B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pirate's Rest was the perfect location for a 2-day boys' trip for me and my 7 year old. Super close to the beach, friendly surroundings, and a really simple and easy layout to the tiny home. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allister G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tiny on the coast

Lovely well designed home with some thoughtful features.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gareth D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect retreat

Great tiny home, beautifully built with everything you need and a great location near beach
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ccaitchison

Liked: Cleanliness

A little bit a luxury

I've walked past this little bach many times over the years and admired it, but staying in it was so much better than expected. The comfort, the proximity to the beach, the views and the outdoor shower with a proper door you close and hot water, was Heavenly. The bar straight off the kitchen totally enhances this bach experience we loved it. My teenage daughter loved the bunk cubby. We'll be back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location!

Excellent location and property. Had a great stay in a perfect spot close to the beach. Loved it. Had Japanese guests who were amazed. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Great place to stay highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

keith d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Spot

Nice little house to stay and happy it was pet friendly. Only bad point was it was listed to have a hot tub which was not any where to be seen Sent text to the property manager and had no response
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

narissa w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little spot

Our family in law stayed here, and they loved it. Private own little space away from the rest of the house. The bathroom, bed room and cute little kitchen meant they had their own little set up. They couldn’t stop talking about how much they enjoyed there stay here .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fey K., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness

Steps from the beach

Super cute place. Felt big after two weeks traveling in a van around South Island. The location is great. Just the second row of houses from the beach and a short walk to Pauanui's center of commerce (grocery story, bakery, 3 restaurants, second hand shop, post office...)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable and a perfect location

Got to know the house well given all the rain. It had everything anyone could need, and the location with respect to the beach and the grocery store was wonderful. A unique place to stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carina E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fab tiny house!

We loved the house, and thought there was tonnes of room for a “tiny house”! The location is absolutely brilliant, all the facilities in great working order. The only challenge we found was the pots for cooking - we needed more than two! The house was cozy and homely in some pretty atrocious weather so we were glad to be inside!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautifully presented and so close to the beach, definitely didn't disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Toni O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Location, location, location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome accommodation!

We loved the Pirates Rest! The detail and craftsmanship that has gone into the tiny house is awesome. Great location. Our kids loved the bunks! Highly recommend. Lovely comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy home in great location

We loved our stay in The Pirate's Rest. Proximity to the beach is excellent, and we enjoyed having the park pathway right in front. Our dog's tail didn't stop wagging the whole time - she was very reluctant to leave. Thanks for the attention to all the details as well - you had everything covered. With the fire, it was cosy even during the winter rains, so a great place to enjoy any time of the year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little getaway!

A well thought out property with everything you need to enjoy a relaxing stay. Perfect for couples. Thoroughly enjoyed being in this space and appreciated the creativity to bring this amazing tiny home to fruition. Totally recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

JAY O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

Fantastic little break. Wish we had of booked for longer. Recommend A+
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great hosts, great location, fab tiny house

Emma and Scott were lovely hosts, house was immaculate with kitchen perfect for our self service plans. Just a couple of steps to beach. Everything we needed and more for a fantastic stay. Recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021