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Kairakau Hideaway close to beach!

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A beach with tents and people.
A spacious living room with a white sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with curtains.
An open sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio area with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a yellow canopy.
A dining area with a wooden table and benches, a hanging basket, and wall-mounted plates.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, and wooden cabinets.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mangakuri Beach, Elsthorpe
  • Place, Kirakau Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mangakuri Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Hastings Golf Club
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Kairakau Hideaway close to beach!

Kairakau Beach, fifty minutes from Hastings, thirty-five minutes to local shops and twenty minutes to the country pub. This is the ultimate getaway. Small sandy beach, suited to families, with a stunning backdrop of rocky hills. The community tennis court, estuary, and safe streets make it perfect for kids to do their own thing. Bring the boat and fishing rods. Plenty of native bush to encourage bird song and a sense of getting away from it all.

Special conditions:
Minimum stay 2 nights
- Bring your own linen and towels, duvets provided.
please vacate property by 10.30am .


NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave. Please bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels).
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Kirakau Beach. Laundry facilities are available. A kitchen and a fireplace are available in the vacation home.
  • The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a fireplace
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Kirakau Beach and 14 minutes by car from Mangakuri Beach
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 20049483

Property is also known as

Kairakau Hideaway Kairakau
Kairakau Hideaway Close to Beach! Kairakau
Kairakau Hideaway Close to Beach! Private vacation home
Kairakau Hideaway Close to Beach! Private vacation home Kairakau

Kairakau Hideaway close to beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 198 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Louise W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very homely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay - repeat customer!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beatrix E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place, close to bush and short walk to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and host
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ngaire J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A really nice place to stay, felt so at home as soon as we arrived. Plenty of lounge seating, which isn't often the case, and very comfortable beds.The fire was a bonus, very effective The beach is close, and great for a wander and beachcombing.Host was super accessible, thank you Lorraine. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stasiah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was so cozy and clean. Was lovely for our getaway :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend at Kairakau Hideaway. It was a girls trip with high school friends and the place was perfect. We enjoyed meals on the deck, a terrible game of tennis and walks on the beach. We look forward to coming back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We loved it here, the perfect getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place my favourite place
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great space for a relaxing break within easy reach of the sea.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great girl's weekend at this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cam O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

Really enjoyed our stay. A nice little school holidays getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for a getaway

Well appointed, comfy beds and a great location. Really enjoyed our time out at Kairakau :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

phil r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

Great little place,nice and simple has all you need to get away with the family and friends, highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toni C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place even in winter!

We needed a mid-winter mini get away and this place was great and nice and cosy with the fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cherize E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, good location

Thanks for another lovely stay. Home was clean, easy to access and a short walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ava H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic trip away!

The most gorgeous bach in a great location! stunning views and a great trip away!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely comfortable stay

True kiwi bach, relaxed living and close proximity to beach. We just love coming to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away place

Great bach and great spot. Good beach for the kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol L.

The house was cosy and situated in a private setting.

A great place for a holiday
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Lovely bach in a incredible place, highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing holiday feel

Loved the vibe and location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great bach

We have stayed here many times and always have a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernadine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

We had a lovely holiday in this quiet retreat. Very family friendly and great communication with hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025