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Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two

Family-friendly vacation home in Riversdale

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Golf

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Riversdale Beach, Wairarapa
  • Place, Basil Bodle Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Riversdale Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Riversdale Beach Golf Course
    ‪10 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Riversdale

This vacation home places you next to Basil Bodle Reserve and within a 5-minute walk of Riversdale Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Basil Bodle Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Riversdale Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Karaka Reserve - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Riversdale Beach Golf Course - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Riversdale Southern Reserve - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Restaurants

  • ‪Riversdale Gulf Club - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two

Very sunny private backyard, the morning sun streams in for a sunny breakfast on the deck. Loads of room in the backyard. It is important to us that all surfaces are cleaned thoroughly after each visit.

Perfect location, being only a few minutes walk to the beach, golf course, tennis courts & shop.

Great for 1 or 2 large families, with separate areas for both, or put the teenagers in the sleepout.

Plenty of room for cricket, volleyball or a game of soccer on the huge lawn.

The house has three bedrooms and the sleep-out has a queen bed and two singles, including its own bathroom, with toilet and shower.

The house is still in the 1950's original style, so don't expect modern.

Welly McClellys Beach Bach is ideal for children with the reserve next door which has a skate ramp, basketball hoops, cricket pitch & swings .

Relax and enjoy the taste of the good ol’ days!

Walk to the beach, 9 hole golf course, shop, reserve with playground and tennis court. It is a great beach to explore, swim, surf, fish, and to collect paua and crayfish.

What’s available at the house?
· Golf clubs
· Tennis rackets
· Two volley rackets
· One bike - great biking at Riversdale
· kids boogie boards
· Games, books and puzzles
· CD’s – movies for families
· Barbecue

Riversdale Beach is an idyllic holiday location located approximately 2 hours from Wellington and Palmerston North. Riversdale Beach has an unenviable climate with generally warm temperatures and vast amounts of sun.

No teenage groups or parties at this property.

Under Kiwi bach traditions you are expected to clean the house and do the dishes before you leave, ready for other guest to enjoy.

Reminder please bring your own linen (tea towels, sheets, duvet covers, pillow cases & towels).
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and a dining table.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Bodyboard
  • Golf
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Rules

Please inquire if you are wanting to bring a pet or you are wanting to book for more than 8 people.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

Located steps from Basil Bodle Reserve, this vacation home is in Riversdale, and within a 10-minute walk of Riversdale Beach and Karaka Reserve. You'll also find Riversdale Beach Golf Course and Riversdale Southern Reserve less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

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

Is this vacation home associated with 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 Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two good 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 Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two?

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

Does this vacation home provide 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.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two?

Yes, every accommodation at Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two comes with a deck.

Sunny bach, walk to beach, golf course & shop. Perfect for a large family or two Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our host was very welcoming and we had a great time. The kids enjoyed staying in the sleep out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A SLICE OF BEECH

Loved staying. So charming and loved the window seats. Walking on the beech was endless in both directions. 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

The house was clean and warm .Lots of space for five adults .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great holiday

Great holiday. Weather wasn’t the best lots of wind. But there were games and dvds for the kids to be kept busy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

catherine i.

a proper bach!

Lovely old bach and we enjoyed our stay thank-you. No dishwasher as is expected in a bach but we did have to wash our glasses and some of the cutlery and plates prior to use as they were greasy. Minor problem. Lovely sunny spot and great access to the beach, shop, playground, tennis and golf course.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely long weekend stay

Lovely property with all the basic amenities you need, perfect for a long weekend escape from the city. Host is super kind and responsive :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning weekend get awayb

Perfect spot to go with a good bunch mates
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Cate R.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice wee spot

Great location In future the fact that there are no sheets and towels at the house should be noted on the website when looking at places to stay. Thank you for providing these for us though. The water shortage is an issue as the tank was extremely low when we arrived. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teenah H., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas 2023

We aged 80+ to 5 year old stayed for Christmas and had a fabulous time. Great location. Bach suited us well lots of sitting places and outside living great. We'd all love to go back again. Katrina very helpful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A relaxing and peaceful stay

The house has provided us a comfy and stylish place during a road trip. Katrina is always reachable and helpful to our requests and queries.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tra H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riversdale

Great property for a family. Great host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family stay

Really enjoyed our stay at Riversdale Beach beach. The Bach was great with plenty of space for a family gathering, easy access to the beach, local shop and reserve 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable stay at Riversdale Beach

We very much enjoyed our short stay at the beach property. The house is spacious, warm, and elegantly appointed. In our dealings with Katrina, we found her very prompt and understanding.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riversdale

Lovely family stay at Riversdale.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rob G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Group Stay

Excellent for a group of Motorcycling Men
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Labour weekend 2022

Another great break at this holiday house. House was clean, stocked with firewood etc…owner easy to deal with, highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent spot for a relaxing weekend

Great relaxing bach. All the essentials, without the luxury bits that make you uncomfortable in case you make a mark. This is the ultimate get there & switch off bach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hermione K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Really loved the property, and was perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Teambuilding weekend

Fantastic spot! Everything we needed. The only blemish was the main bathroom shower, which was very weak, but in the overall scheme of things, that wasn't much of an issue. Absolutely loved the place and will hopefully return one day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kurt M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, second time staying

Great and fast email responses and communication, Great batch with everything you need
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy and safe for kids

Great little bach to stay especially with small children, safe house and neighborhood. Easy communication and instructions with owner. Thanks so much.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Brooke Sean S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easter

Fun
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riversdale Easter

Cool place with a nice family feel. Great spot near the park and sheltered back yard for relaxing in the sun.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

suzanne w.

nice and qiute

nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalia W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

Great spot to relax, heaps of space indoors and outdoors perfect for enjoying with a group :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

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