Holiday rentals with a kayak in New Zealand

Beautiful property! We'd love to move in! I loved the open-air living concept that blended the living room right into that epic deck. Tip for travelers who aren't accustomed to coastal living - book a 2-night stay or check the tide schedule if you'd like to take advantage of paddle boards etc to play on the water, since the landscape and access to water (and your view from the property) changes as the tide goes in and out. Appreciated the great communication with our host and would love to stay for longer next time!

We loved our stay here! House was as described and the view was beautiful! It was so nice to be able to use the paddle boards and hot tub and the outdoor space was lovely!

Mark’s AirBnB is an experience rather than a stay. Is a combination of coastal rural Nz right on the doorstep (short boat ride away) from a bustling town Raglan where there are 5 star restaurants, super markets and everything you would need or expect. And the accomodation itself is nestled on a cliff top with 180 views of the harbour and if Raglan. Private, the feeling of seclusion and neighbour free - the best of both worlds made better by a host that balances your needs with respectful distance. Make a pizza in the wood fired oven and then warm your bones in the spa boat and arching the harbour u til the sun melts away listening to birds evening song. We can’t wait to head back and hopefully catch the big uncle of the 12 lb snapper we caught in the raglan harbour!!! Outstanding place.

10/10 lovely house and I really enjpyed staying over here if i could give it extra stars I would

What a special place to stay. Beautiful home with incredible views. Every amenity one could need (include a bottle of wine and fab chocolate to welcome us), super comfortable beds, beach towels, a fully equipped kitchen, barbecue, and plenty of seating for our family to socialize in multiple different locations. The views are spectacular (did I mention that already). It was super easy to stroll into town or, even better, stroll down for a swim in the estuary (my personal favorite) or walk on the beach. Our family was coming from all over the world for our reunion and every single person wanted to come back and stay here again. Duane was really easy to communicate with and gave several different sleeping options for accommodating possible additional family members. Would love to stay here again!

We had a wonderful stay at Seacrest! The house is immaculate, decorated in a calm coastal style, and has lots of space to lounge around and relax - open plan living/dining, a separate TV room, and a large deck that is partially covered. Perfect backyard for a game of cricket or to kick a ball around. Short walk to both the beach and the harbour. The local cafe is probably a 15min walk away which also has fish and chips on offer. The Four Square is a 5min drive away to restock supplies or the large supermarkets in Whakatane are a 15min drive.

We enjoyed our stay here. The view is incredible and we loved being able to access the waterfront and use of the kayaks. Margaret was so nice and was always quick to respond to any messages. The property matched the description and photos.

Me and my family had an amazing time here! We enjoyed every bit of the house and also the view! The house was spotless clean and so spacious aswell. Definitely recommend and will definitely book again when it’s much warmer. Thanks Kelly for having us :)

We felt highly welcome. Vanessa answered a question within minutes and helped out. She asked us if we need anything from the supermarket ( is 45 min. away). Well equipped apartment. Silence. Beach nearly just for us. Perfect. 😀

A hidden gem at the waterfront! A great place to stay, authentic and with beautiful views. You can walk into the water from the house and take a dip. We truly enjoyed our stay and will definitely try to come back one day!

Rob’s place is wonderful. This was the best place we stayed during our time in Aotearoa/New Zealand. The home is lakefront. It’s so peaceful at all hours of the day, though the morning is stunning. Rob greeted us on arrival & made sure we knew the ins/outs of his home. The rooms are spacious, super clean, and beds were perfect (I slept very well). There are kayaks available if you want to get out on the lake. Kitchen is stocked with supplies. There was an abundance of supplies: towels/blankets/robes. The washer/dryer availability was much appreciated. Overall, it was a fantastic stay & I wish we had more time in the area to enjoy the property fully. Rob is great & I hope to be back again/will stay here.

Stunning, quiet, private place on the beach. Majestic old nz Xmas trees behind the house in a tropical garden setting Bruce very friendly, helpful and communicated pro-actively

Fantastic views and space for the price! This is perfect for all types of occasions with a group of family or friends. The host was responsive and we were given clear instructions on everything regarding to the house, check in, directions, recycling, etc! Highly recommended!

perfect hideaway. When I lost my phone Florence helped us by calling around. always responded fast and friendly. The love shack is fantastic. quiet, secluded, peaceful, beautifull views..

location very accessible to Whangarei Heads and to Whangarei itself. Beautiful views. air con upstairs was a blessing! great stay.

Paul and Katalina place was a perfect stop,it was in a very private part of their lodge looking out towards Karekare beach and farmland. The bed was super comfortable which was so needed after two bad ones. Takeaways close by for dinner and a beer. Will def be back to stay and would highly recommend A++++

Gillian and Mel have a beautiful spot, we stayed here for a wedding at Kauri Bay Boomrock and it was a perfect location 10 mins to the venue and 2 mins from beautiful beaches and walks. Their place had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Gillian and Mel are warm and welcoming people and made it an overall great experience.

For us, the place was perfect to take the ferry the next morning, which is only 10 min away. Everything you need is available in the accommodation. Even a few welcome greetings were provided for us. We gratefully enjoyed the glass of wine on the directly accessible lake in the evening.

Rose was an amazing host, topped only by the wonderfully unique experience offered by her seaside cabin! It was a true escape from the mundane, requiring a short drive on unpaved paddocks to access, adding to its charm and authenticity. (When returning after dark, watch up for furry and featherly neighbours!) You are then greeted with a self contained tiny home nestled between Rose's well groomed farm and the untamed ocean. This is a truly secluded retreat with beautiful sunrises over the pacific, dancing birds, meditating goats and endlesdly soothing sounds of crashing waves. The cabin is well equipped with a mini kitchenette (no microwave), heating, luxurious bathroom and cosy bedroom with a beautiful view of the ocean, and external utilities including a fire pit, BBQ and even a canoe (we did not brave it). Rose was an amazing host, greeting us on arrival and teaching us how to access the cabin. Her Sunday only cafe, the Farmshop, is also highly recommended, especially the pizza!

Beautiful spot. Secluded and quiet yet only a few minutes drive to Raglan. Would most definitely stay again 😊

John was exceedingly friendly and quick to respond to us throughout the process. We were two Americans traveling by the seat of our pants, and even though this was probably the fourth Airbnb we contacted in our search of the area, we could not have chosen a better place to spend our time in the Bay of Islands. Location was fabulous both for the location and view, as well as for the simple amenities provided. Thanks so much!

LOVE LOVE LOOOOOVE! This was well worth it, as somebody who loves Taranaki (from Auckland) this is the best place to show somebody from another country how beautiful Taranaki is. Gorgeous views, sheltered from wind and rain (unfortunate timing for us with the weather haha) and great walks around the property. Lovely amenities, and eco friendly too!!! Awesome garden too.

Beautiful & so peaceful

looking for peace & to switch off from the pressures of city life for a night or two then this is the place for you, Fantastic scenery, private & the option of 3 different rooms. you can hire all 3 and it would be an awesome get away for family or a group of friends. One of the rooms has its own bathroom and the other two shared facilities which were only a couple of meters away in the stockyard shed.All clean safe and great hot shower too! We had the best sleep ever! It is off the grid but the solar power was more than enough for basic power, lighting,charging devices etc.Cell phone reception is patchy but a few steps up to the barn and you well connected to the world again. (also being semi disconnected added to the charm of the place.) Bring all your own food & drinks + maybe a board game or 2 and really just enjoy the awesome spot without having to venture into town &relax. bonus is the use of a private boat ramp, we had our 2 jetskis and had an amazing time exporting the lake