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Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront

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Interior
On the beach
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
2 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront

Absolute waterfront accommodation right on the surf, is the modern (refurbished Dec 21') Whale Bay Surf Bach

Stylish 2 bedroom ocean front apartment nestled in a private, sub-tropical garden with the famous left hand point break out front & private access to the surf & boardwalk

Soak in the surf & magical sunsets from the spa & enjoy watching the waves roll in from the bedroom, living or large deck area - you'll be in absolute awe of the incredible views & entertained by our unique surroundings

Relax in the spa pool whilst watching the surf or sunsets and enjoy private access to the surf and boardwalk. Frequented regularly by world champion surfers whom demand the best surf front locations. ldeal for the traveler, the family, keen surfers and those that just want to get away and be energised and entertained by our unique surroundings.

The Whale Bay Surf Bach is the ground level to the Whale Bay Surf House. If you are after a larger area with 3 x bedrooms - book the upper level 'Whale Bay Surf House'. Or book both levels if you are after more space (total property sleeps 10) and enjoy the entire property to yourselves!

THE WHALE BAY SURF BACH FEATURES:

Having just gone extensive renovations in December 2021, the stylish coastal, and family friendly bach is in an excellent modern condition with heated tiled floors, a new spa pool (Dec 21') excellent indoor outdoor living flow with a large deck/grass area great for BBQ & entertaining, all high end linen included and everything else you need to make your stay one not to be forgotten..

Bedrooms: 2 x bedrooms - main room has 1 x Queen and 2nd room has 1 x Queen with 1 x King Single built in bunk bed above. All linen included. Both bedrooms have Smart Tv's with built in Netflix (account supplied)

Kitchen: All cooking utensils and crockery are supplied. Bosch oven with microwave feature, induction stovetop, toaster, kettle, coffee plunger with Raglan Roast Coffee, selection of teas, hot chocolate, cooking oil, sugar, salt & pepper. Tea towels and dish cloths are supplied.

TV & Internet: Free Wifi available. 3 x Smart Tv’s with Netflix account supplied (lounge & 2 x bedrooms). All TV’s have smart tv capability, including apps like; Freeview, TV OnDemand, Netflix (subscription included), Youtube, Spotify, Neon, internet browsing capability and more.

Bathroom: Fully tiled bathroom with heated flooring, heated towel rails and large led mirror above basin. Towels, hand towels, bath mats, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and hand wash supplied.

Deck, Spa & BBQ: The Spa pool has spectacular views of the surf and sunsets. The lounge flows onto the deck which then flows onto the grass providing indoor/outdoor living at its best. Perfect for BBQ's and entertaining with BBQ utensils and gas provided. The outdoor dining table is a must in the summer evenings or enjoy the outdoor lounge area + coffee table if you feel like sitting in comfort and admiring the views.

Exterior - Yard, Surf Access & Shower: The house is nestled within a sub tropical garden with pathways leading you down to your private gate to the surf. A hot outdoor shower is provided perfect for a wash off after the surf. The entire property is fully fenced making it the perfect place for kids. A large trampoline is also onsite however please note there are no matts around the tramp, adult supervision is advised to avoid injury and we are not responsible for any incidents, you are welcome to use at your own risk.

Carparking: 1 carpark provided inside the property gates, with plenty of street parking available also.

THE WHALE BAY SURF HOUSE - The Whale Bay Surf Bach is the ground floor which sleeps up to 5 guests. Whale Bay Surf House is the upper floor which also can sleep up to 5 guests (seperate listing). There is no internal access between the floors. As the two floors are both airbnbs there will be a strict no noise policy after 10pm. Although the two levels are very private, we thankyou in advance for your understanding of, and respect for the guests on the upper level as well (should it be occupied)

NOTE - Whilst we welcome normal in-house entertainment for our in-house guests, due to both, the facilities available and residential zoning etc, please advise at time of booking of any function, a party, or any event where additional (non resident guests) may arrive, as certain terms will need to be agreed on, thanks.

Property manager

Property Manager - Yjosine Barry

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the ocean
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

House
Whale Bay Surf Bach Absolute Waterfront at Surf
Whale Bay Surf Bach - Absolute Waterfront Whale Bay
Whale Bay Surf Bach - Absolute Waterfront Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Whale Bay, Raglan

What's nearby

  • Whale Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Manu Bay Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Raglan & District Museum - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Raglan Golf Club - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Ngarunui Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wharf Kitchen and Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Raglan Fish - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Raglan Roast - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Yot Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Raglan Roll-up - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront located?

Nestled on the beach, this Raglan apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Whale Bay and Manu Bay Nature Reserve. Ngarunui Beach and Raglan Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Whale Bay Surf Bach + Spa - Absolute Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 178 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Location
We loved everything about our stay at the Whale Bay Surf Bach. The location to the waves is just steps away. Beautiful views of the points in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location and well-appointed property
My wife and I stayed at Whale Bay Surf Bach for 4 nights in April and agreed it was one of the best stays we have ever had. The location and views are incredible. Nothing beats checking the surf from your bed, taking a private entrance to one of the best breaks in the country, and then relaxing in the jacuzzi with ocean views. The property itself was very clean and had all the right amenities. Hope to return again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

glenn m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot
A great spot to stay, amazing views and very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whale bay 🙌
Unforgettable experience staying here at whale bay. Walk out to whale or indies, surf your brains out then jump in the hot tub, eat and repeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vacation F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Great place! Perfect spot for a couple. We really enjoyed it. I hope we can stay again some day! Thank You!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends weekend
Fantastic location and accommodation, highly recommend 10 out of 10
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible spot
Beautiful view, incredible location and just the right amount of everything. We’ll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
Awesome stay .the bach was 10 /10 was picture pefect to the pgotos shown on the bookong.so private.lovely fresh modern comfrtable.the spa was so lovely.was great to watch the surfers even if the weather was wet and over cast.we would liloved to stay again.got great photos.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Amazing!
Awesome quaint property. The view was spectacular. Enjoyed the waves and sound of sea. Just the therapy we needed. Well set up unit and super comfy beds. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful sound of waves
Good for the soul and disconnecting
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need for a relaxing holiday
This place was very comfortable and practical. The extra things supplied like salt/pepper, oil/vinegar, tea/coffee/sugar meant we didn’t have to buy and then waste our own. The location is unbeatable. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible little oasis
We absolutely loved our stay here. The property was in perfect condition and with everything we needed, including really great small touches (raglan roast coffee, nice bed linen etc). It’s right over the water, couldn’t get closer to the surf, and everything was super easy. Thanks so much! Would stay here again without hesitation
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Second visit this year and we'll be back!
Just as lovely as last time - see my first review. A lot of surf action this week so very good viewing. I can't imagine there are many spots around Raglan that get you closer to the action, while staying safe and dry with a nice glass of something in hand :) Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret R., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
A wee gem.
You could not be closer to the sea and the gate at the bottom of the property, that opens onto the sea path is totally 'magic garden'. The flat is is very well designed and makes the absolute most of a relatively small space through clever design. Comfortable and with a bachy vibe but at the same time everything is fresh and modern. The listing's pictures are totally accurate and lying in the spa listening to the surf is just the icing on the cake. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Fiona R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whale Bay - out of Raglan
Property was as stated and very clean and comfortable. We stayed in winter so although we love the beach it was noisy due to the surf being so rough even with earplugs at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place to relax!
We had a great stay at the Whale Bay Surf Bach. The view was incredible, you didn’t need to go anywhere if you didn’t want to and could just soak in the views!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendyl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mesmerising View!
A very clean and well-renovated smallish space. The spa was sparkling clean and a great way to relax and soak up the everchanging views of the ocean. We enjoyed having access to whale bay at the bottom of the property. Attention to detail with many things being very high quality (lovely linen ect) We would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

sophy w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
Such a nice place to stay, very clean, and we loved watching the surfers
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Spot In Raglan
Fantastic spot, really enjoyed our stay. The property manager was great and easy to deal with. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous views and comfy place to stay with a true Bach feel.
Easy interaction
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Allyson L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location. Spotless Bach. Ticked every box and more.
Positive and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fiona W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Raglan Escape
Fabulous position - stunning view. Tidy, compact but well appointed and stocked - loved the sturdy nature of the place. Not too far from Raglan town...quick drive to lots of great food, galleries etc. totally enjoyed the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Nicole S.

Whale Bay Surf Bach
This bach has an absolutely stunning view of Whale Bay, and the spa pool and outdoor area was wonderful. Unfortunately the accommodation itself just does not stack up to the not inconsiderable price. It was way too small to accommodate four adults comfortably, cooking facilities were woefully inadequate and there were several issues with pests, broken items in the place. Sadly we felt the property was overpriced for the level of comfort and the advertisement does not honestly/adequately describe the accommodation. The view makes up for a lot, but it isn't everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Caleb H.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing, will be back for sure
Couldnt believe the location, will be back as much as we can afford to
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

4/10 Poor

Qiang Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
除了海和浪什么都没有的房间
站在院子里看出去的景观与宣传照倒是完全相符,但还是对摄影师的功力赞叹不已,居然用广角镜把这个完全是地下室的房间(楼上可能是房主家居住的)拍到如此没有一丝压抑感!房间窄小,幸好我们才入住了3个人,基本无法容纳正常体型的5个人。设施老旧,淋浴房还要借光漱洗台上方的灯,卫生间最窄处还要侧身行走,连洗衣机都不配备,建议房主把早已生锈的炉灶换一下,希望下一位客人能比我们幸运。这个地下室unit与广告含糊不清的描述感觉是大相径庭的,相对于疫情下的这个价位真的不值,肯定不推荐使用。顺便提一下,回家后才发现腿部还有一片虫咬的痕迹。