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The Lighthouse - Te Mata Holiday Home
Vacation home in Te Mata with kitchen and fireplace
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5 bedrooms2 bathrooms1722 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Fireplace
- Washer
- Dryer
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
- Kitchen
Explore the area
Thames, Coromandel
- Tararu BayPlace, Tararu Bay4 min drive
- Wilson BayPlace, Wilson Bay8 min drive
- Rapaura Water GardensPlace, Rapaura Water Gardens9 min drive
- Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)51 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Te Mata
This vacation home is located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Tararu Bay and within a 10-minute drive of Wilson Bay. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
What's nearby
- Tararu Bay - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
- Wilson Bay - 8 min drive - 9.2 miles
- Rapaura Water Gardens - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
- Thames Hospital - 21 min drive - 16.1 miles
- Hauraki Rail Trail Thames - 22 min drive - 16.5 miles
Getting around
- Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 82 min drive
Restaurants
- Royal Oak Pub - 2 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 Lighthouse - Te Mata Holiday Home
The stylish, well-equipped kitchen features high-quality appliances, including an air fryer and slow cooker. Dish up a classic Kiwi feast while the kids play on the lawn. The back of the property is fenced, protecting kiwi and quail in the bush.
Entertainment and connectivity are sorted with a Smart TV, WiFi, and a log fire that heats the whole house. Hair straighteners and a fish filleting bench are also provided.
Four well-appointed bedrooms, plus an additional queen bedroom available on request, comfortably sleep up to nine guests. A family-sized bathroom, master ensuite with separate toilet, and full laundry facilities complete the setup.
Enjoy a quick dip at a moment’s notice, or explore Te Mata, Thames, and Coromandel with activities like hiking, biking, paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing. Te Mata Main Beach is a short walk away, featuring a diving platform for high tide, while a nearby all-tide swimming hole offers a rope swing from a pohutukawa tree.
Te Mata is 20 minutes north of Thames, with main shopping, including Pak’nSave. Te Puru (10 mins south) has a general store and takeaways, while Tapu (6 mins south) offers a dairy and great takeaways. The Royal Oak Hotel provides indoor/outdoor dining. Waikawau Boat Ramp is 6 minutes north (15 dollars to launch via barcode scan), and it's just 5 minutes by boat to the mussel farms. Coromandel (40 mins north) has a supermarket, cafés, restaurants, and top fishing spots. Stop by Waiomu Café (5 mins south) and enjoy lovely coastal beaches with surfcasting from the roadside rocks.
Strictly no gatherings or parties $50.00 per night for additional bedroom.$25.00 per night for anyone exceeding guest countPlease note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.
Entertainment and connectivity are sorted with a Smart TV, WiFi, and a log fire that heats the whole house. Hair straighteners and a fish filleting bench are also provided.
Four well-appointed bedrooms, plus an additional queen bedroom available on request, comfortably sleep up to nine guests. A family-sized bathroom, master ensuite with separate toilet, and full laundry facilities complete the setup.
Enjoy a quick dip at a moment’s notice, or explore Te Mata, Thames, and Coromandel with activities like hiking, biking, paddleboarding, kayaking, and fishing. Te Mata Main Beach is a short walk away, featuring a diving platform for high tide, while a nearby all-tide swimming hole offers a rope swing from a pohutukawa tree.
Te Mata is 20 minutes north of Thames, with main shopping, including Pak’nSave. Te Puru (10 mins south) has a general store and takeaways, while Tapu (6 mins south) offers a dairy and great takeaways. The Royal Oak Hotel provides indoor/outdoor dining. Waikawau Boat Ramp is 6 minutes north (15 dollars to launch via barcode scan), and it's just 5 minutes by boat to the mussel farms. Coromandel (40 mins north) has a supermarket, cafés, restaurants, and top fishing spots. Stop by Waiomu Café (5 mins south) and enjoy lovely coastal beaches with surfcasting from the roadside rocks.
Strictly no gatherings or parties $50.00 per night for additional bedroom.$25.00 per night for anyone exceeding guest countPlease note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an ironing board.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
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
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,722 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 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
- 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
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
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: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- 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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
653381
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Te Mata, close to Tararu Bay.
Is there parking available at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
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 The Lighthouse - Te Mata Holiday Home a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a garden.
Does The Lighthouse - Te Mata Holiday Home have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home offer breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home though service animals are welcome.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, there aren't connecting rooms 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 about 14.1 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Lighthouse - Te Mata Holiday Home?
No, at The Lighthouse - Te Mata Holiday Home, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.