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Riverfront Cottage Waipu

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
2 bedrooms, desk, travel crib
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Waipu, Northland
  • Place, Waipu Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Waipu Cove Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lang's Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Waipu

This vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Waipu Museum and Waipu Cove Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Waipu Museum - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Lang's Beach - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Ruakaka Beach - 13 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 20 min drive - 12.7 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cove Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Waipu Pizza Barn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Unit Six Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪little RED - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪FEOH Espresso Waipu - ‬4 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.

Riverfront Cottage Waipu

Comfortable, private cottage situated right on the Waipu River on Cove Road. The River is great for great for swimming, kayaking and Waipu Cove is 5km further down the road. Lovely north-facing verandah is very sunny and warm. The house sleeps five - one bedroom with a queen sized bed, one bedroom with 2 x single beds and a bedrooms, and a divan bed in the upstairs lounge; and has one bathroom.

Please note that this is a typical kiwi bach whereby tenants are required to take their own linen etc and leave the house clean and tidy.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and a desk.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak

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)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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

Rules

Tenants must take their own linen (sheets, pillowcases) as well as towels, tea towels etc.
Tenants must leave the house clean (vacuum, wash floors, clean bathroom, kitchen etc.).

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 10:30 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.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Riverfront Cottage Waipu Waipu
Riverfront Cottage Waipu Private vacation home
Riverfront Cottage Waipu Private vacation home Waipu

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Waipu, close to Waipu Cove Beach, Lang's Beach, and Ruakaka Beach. Waipu Museum is also within a driving distance of 1.9 mi.

Is parking available on site 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.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is Riverfront Cottage Waipu good for couples?

At this riverfront vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Riverfront Cottage Waipu have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

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

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Whangarei (WRE), which is about 16.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Riverfront Cottage Waipu?

Yes, every accommodation at Riverfront Cottage Waipu comes with a balcony.

Riverfront Cottage Waipu Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Responsive and friendly host. All the amenities we needed for a long weekend. Great location for the beach (Waipu Cove), or visiting Waipu. Kids loved being close to the river and estuary.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Classic bach which is comfortable and clean. We all slept great! Loved having direct access to the river and the kayaks were a huge plus. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Ruby R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Unfortunately, this bach was a disappointment. Although the location was great and the host very responsive, the furniture, carpets and amenities in the property were old, smelly, and visibly stained, giving the whole place a neglected feel. The previous guests did a poor job cleaning after themselves meaning we had to clean on arrival, but beyond that, the house itself is in desperate need of a proper deep clean. There was rusted furniture scattered around the property, which made it feel poorly maintained and unwelcoming. The overall smell of the house was old, musty, and dirty, which made it uncomfortable to stay in. This property does not match expectations and requires significant cleaning and upkeep before it can be considered suitable for guests. We would have cut short our stay if not for the time of year and lack of alternative accom. Less Kiwi bach, more deceased estate vibes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anzac L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay so close to everything Pizza Barn was great to
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anzac L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

momswim, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is spectacular. I wish we had a month to stay. It's on a nature reserve and has a magnificent beach 10 minutes away.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anzac L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place to stay had everything
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Malmee W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was clean and tidy. It had everything we required for a enjoyable snd convenient stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Me and my three girl friends (age 20) stayed in the cottage for one night as part of our road trip, it was very homely, clean and welcoming! Very well stocked with cooking facilities, books and tv! We had a lovely stay, would definitely recommend thanks so much!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Waipu stay

A lovely old traditional batch with character Beautiful location right on the river and close to the townWould definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Janine F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Had everything we needed for our short stay, close drive to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan J., Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness

Waipu stay

Nice location, the back gate leads down to an estuary.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jordon b.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Other than the road noise this place is idyllic
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cassandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great lil getaway

The Bach was a good lil getaway for our family with everything you require and a few toys(kayak, surf boards etc), thanks fo
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dargaville Sewing Centre

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely place to stay

A great place to stay with children and being near the river was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful sunsets

We had a quick overnight stay had dinner at waipu cove and went to the museum at waipu. We loved the 160 year old tree in the cemetery. I think the museum gave us some context to the location and the history. Needs a few repairs to the deck to keep it safe but other than that a great kiwi Bach experience . stairs creaked a bit which freaked out my friend but overall we had fun. I’d stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness

True Kiwi Bach

Stayed one night, passing through. I as described. It is a pretty simple place just as you would expect from a bach, so don't expect too many bells and whistles.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little spot

Between Waipu village and the Cove itself, a cosy little spot, nothing flash and no reason for it to be, has most of what you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed for wedding

Thanks Emma, we really thought your Bach was so cute & well equipped in a stunning location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

melanie s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little bach

This was a perfect little bach for us (my parents, two teens and me). Loved that we could walk straight down to the river for a swim. Close to town but away from crowds. The house could do with a bit of maintenance, but it is what it says it is - a family bach, and that is also reflected in the price. Very friendly and responsive owner. Recommend. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jill F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bach stay overnight

We were surprised it was next to a cemetery but no problem. The jug did have 3 dead flys in it which was a bit disconcerting and a dead bird on the deck. Otherwise it was a nice old bach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bach stay

Quintessential kiwi bach. Just like the one our parents had. Everything you need for a comfortable stay. Lovely to give our UK grandson this unique experience. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iain F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay for a wedding

We enjoyed our short stay at the Bach to attend a wedding- it was easy to find, and convenient, with just a short drive to town. A lovely place with plenty of character and backed on to the river- a nice place in a nice area for a break!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

deb T.

Liked: Cleanliness

A piece of the past

A great find in this location and budget. Whilst dated it hold the charm of grandmas Bach. A little cold in September, I wished I’d brought a hot water bottle and a blanket. We’d definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023