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Ocean Breeze Studio - Ohope Beach - Amazing Views.
We would love to welcome you to enjoy our lovely, boutique studio with beautiful views over the Ohope Beach and iconic Whale and White Islands. This studio ideally suits a single/couple.( Not suitable for children) Ohope - voted NZs favourite beach - great swimming, lovely walks close by or simply walk down the beach. Close to Whakatane - a great little town with boutique shopping and dining venues. Come and relax or take the opportunity to do charter fishing or trip to Whale Island. ENJOY!

Peaceful rural value for couple, family or workers
Great value for money, clean tidy unit for short stay, for small group of travellers in cosy 'backpacker-style' studio accommodation. 2 friendly dogs may greet you. 10 mins to safe beach or estuary/river swimming, surf beaches, Awakeri hot pools, Latham's Track bush walk & views, mountain bike or moto-x trails, golf courses and Awakeri Rail Ride. 15 min Whakatane. 25 min Ohope Beach, 10 Thornton. 20mn Kawerau. 30 mn lakes. 45 mins Opotiki. 1 hr15 Rotorua/Tauranga. 90 mins Taupo. 3 hrs Gisborne.

Coastlands Gem - Relax in your own private space.
Built in 2015 as a granny flat with kitchenette and private bathroom including excellent gas heated shower. Spacious and separate to main house so very private. Can easily accommodate two adults plus 1 child at no extra cost (queen bed + sofa). Own carpark, outdoor kitchen sink with hot/cold water. Toaster, microwave, electric frypan, small BBQ available. Unlimited wifi. Access to washing machine. Complimentary tea & coffee. ** N.B. there is no hot plate or kitchen sink inside the dwelling. **

Valley Cabins, White Pine Bush Cabins
We are contactless accommodation-Self check in and check out. Upon arrival you'll be greeted by a stunning valley, looking out across rolling paddocks and your own quiet peaceful cabins. Only 13 minutes drive to Whakatane, and 9 minutes to awakeri. One cabin has a Queen bed, heat pump and modern bathroom. The other has a full Kitchen, dining and living space, joined together by a large deck that catches the afternoon sun across the valley. Your only neighbors may be a few of sheep or odd cow.

Camp Cabin - Ocean & Island views. Whakatane area.
Camping with a cabin...! Now with a outdoor bath. Enjoy the peace and quiet of your very own camping spot. Everything provided....just arrive. Instead of putting up a tent...a little cabin room is ready for you. Comfy dbl bed with mosquito net meaning you can sleep with doors wide open all night. Wake up to stunning views over ocean and islands - just a 5min walk through the paddock to the secluded beach. Hot shower under the stars. Outdoor bath to soak away the cares. Seperate toilet.

‘The Den’ 2 x Bedroom Self-Contained Guest Suite
MAXIMUM 3 GUESTS (Comfotably 2) Not Suitable for Infants/Children Positioned in the gateway to Whakatane, all amenities are easily accessible Self -contained 1 x Queen bedroom, 1 x Queen Bedroom (smaller) Bathroom, Living Room, Kitchenette, Outside area with Spa Pool & Fire pit. Plenty of off-street parking Private entranceway: Main entrance 2 steps. Ranchslider entrance 1 step. Short walk to local shops. Town 20 mins walk Minimal cleaning fee of $10 with no cleaning rules/demands

The Studio
Welcome to my secluded, peaceful hideaway. The studio is a large open plan space. Large sliding doors completely open up the front of the building onto the deck, giving you a feeling of always being close to nature. Surrounded by trees, orchard, lawn and garden, the studio is a quiet retreat space. The sound of the sea and bird song are always in the background. It's 50m from our house and well hidden by trees, so you'll feel very private. The best beach in NZ is a 15 minute walk away!

Pool House
Cosy pool house offering everything you need for a fantastic holiday in Whakatāne, close to Ohope Beach. This two bedroom property has a separate shower room and well equipped living area with futon. The kitchen includes a microwave, electric hob, electric frying pan, slow cooker, sandwich maker and more. The shared BBQ, outdoor area and lovely pool provide plenty of opportunities for fun-filled family time. Want to bring your furry friend? Make arrangements with the host when you book.

Sunrise Accommodation
We have one modern fully self contained apartment in Coastlands, Whakatane, we live above apartment which is at rear on ground floor. Only 400 metres walk to main beach access, good fishing with Surfcasting or Kontiki fishing or maybe take a stroll or relax and enjoy this lovely beach. 7 minutes drive to shopping, supermarket. We highly recommend you try Awakeri Rail Adventures during your stay for a fun kiwiana experience, our top pick !

Bush haven private studio
Surrounded by the bush, our unique cosy studio is a welcome retreat. Breakfast and good coffee is provided for our guests. Situated at the top of a hill with good views. We are within walking distance to the beautiful Nga Tapuwai o Toi walking track, 5 mins drive to Ohope beach and Whakatane town. Listen to the call of native birds, including Kiwi. Sit on the deck and watch the sun go down. This is a great place to unwind and relax.

Sunny beachfront
Set on a large beach front site semi attached to my house. Sunny, unobstucted sea views and quiet West End, Ohope beach location. Wake up to the sound of the birds. Parking for boats. Activities - swimming, surfing, fishing, yachting, kayaking, golfing... or just chilling out. 5 minute walk to cafe and boutique shops including an art/craft gallery. 10 minutes drive to Whakatane. An amazing coastal walkway very close.

OHOPEBYTHESEA/NOCLEANINGFEE
NO CLEANING FEE NO SINGLE NIGHT BOOKINGS FRI/SAT, TWO NIGHTS MIN JANUARY MOST SUNSHINE HOURS(2020) NZS FAVOURITE BEACH(2021,23)(MAX 4 GUESTS 3 beds)) Fantastic spot in the heart of the Ohope village, 4 cafes within 50 metres, park up the car and walk everywhere. Bush walks around the corner, patrolled surf beach across the road. Kids playground across the road. Barbeque, free wi-fi .
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Quick stats about holiday rentals that are family-friendly in Whakatāne
Total rentals
20 properties
Nightly prices starting at
£37 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
1.2K reviews
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wifi availability
20 properties include access to wifi
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