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Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia

Great Barrier Island vacation home with kitchen

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/tub, bidet, towels, toilet paper
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Tryphena, Great Barrier Island
  • Place, Blind Bay
  • Place, Medlands Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaitoki Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Great Barrier Island (GBZ)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Great Barrier Island

On waterfront.At this Great Barrier Island vacation home, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Medlands Beach and 12 miles (20 km) of Kaitoki Beach. Awana Bay is within 12 miles (20 km) and Glenfern Sanctuary is within 25 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Medlands Beach - 9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Kaitoki Beach - 23 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Glenfern Sanctuary - 51 min drive - 24.2 miles

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪My Fat Puku - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Currach Irish Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pa Beach Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Burger Shack - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tipi And Bobs - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia

Rebuilt in 2008 this classic bungalow offers unrestricted views of Pah beach and out to Tryphena harbour, often with spectacular sunsets. The living area is open plan with indoor/outdoor flow onto expansive decks. The house offers modern kitchen, quality fittings and fixtures and double glazing throughout. Across the road are the popular Pah Beach Cafe, Currach Irish pub and Stonewall Store. The beach is very safe and if you're lucky you will see dolphins swimming close to shore. The bungalow is situated 5km from the ferry wharf at Tryphena and approximately 9km from the main airfield at Claris.

The property is fully fenced for additional safety and privacy.
Special conditions:
Smoking outside only please.
Primary renter must be 25 years plus.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition it is appreciated if you clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

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

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Pah Beach Bungalow Tryphena House
Pah Beach Bungalow House
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Pah Beach Bungalow Tryphena
Pah Beach Bungalow, Tryphena Great Barrier Island
Pah Beach Bungalow, Tryphena Private vacation home
Pah Beach Bungalow Tryphena
Pah Beach Bungalow, Tryphena Great Barrier Island
Pah Beach Bungalow, Tryphena Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.4 mi (17-min drive) away from the Great Barrier Island (GBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia to the beach?

This vacation home is 4.2 mi (14-min drive) from Medlands Beach and 10 mi (31-min drive) from Kaitoki Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia to downtown Great Barrier Island?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Tryphena.

Reviews

Pah Bungalow, Tryphenia Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Barrier Bliss

We loved the house which is in a beautiful location and Brent is an exceptional and generous host!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Lovely bach right next to the shop, cafe and pub! The owner Brent is very friendly and accommodating, he popped in most days, he allowed us to check in early and late due to my daughter’s nap time, and he even gave us some of his freshly caught fish (which he filleted at the bach). The beach is great for kids, as it’s shallow at low tide and is easy for little kids to splash and play!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cameron D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay!

We had such a great stay at the home l, great location with all the amenities at your door step. Would highly recommend. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicky U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tryphena hub

Great location, right at the beach, next to local store and easy access to food, drinks, beach, walks, fishing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time

All good
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous house in an unbeatable location

Great stay from start to finish. Excellent communication, amenities, location and the most amazing sunsets from the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Haley W.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect spot

We stayed in Pah Beach for our wedding, which we had right across the road on the beach. This place is in the perfect spot - beach, cafe, shop, pub all right next door. Brent is a fantastic host and owner. He went above and beyond for us while we were there, and no request was too hard. Best holiday/honeymoon! Will definitely be back. Thanks Brent!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Annabelle L.

Stunning location at Tryphena

Perfect location opposite the beach and close to amenities. Very relaxing place for a holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Brilliant place in a perfect spot.

A perfect place in a perfect spot. Excellent for a family being so close to the beach, cafe, pub and store. Brent was a fantastic host. One of our most enjoyable holidays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara G., Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

Could not have asked for a better location, next to the pub, great coffee, and the greatest little market. The house was cozy with a great fireplace during the rainy winter evenings. We cooked dinners and were very comfortable. Such a nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Jan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relax by the beach

The house had everything you might need and was very stylish. The views to the sea were lovely and hearing the beach from the deck was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

ZANE c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Easter weekend getaway

Great location, excellent well set up house. Would chose to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave p.

Liked: Cleanliness

GBI short break

excellent location perfect family getaway. Close to amenities but not too far to the bush walks and hotpools.

10/10 Excellent

jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Barrier holiday

Even though we were delayed by one day both Brent and Grant were very accommodating. The house is comfortable and well fitted out. We enjoyed using the bbq and views from the deck of the beautiful pah beach. Living 50 yards from the cafe, shop and pub made our stay so easy, Great Pizza and beer at the pub. Special thanks to Grant for going out of his way to help us at the end of our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Kay L., Pukekohe

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect Spot

This house was everything I hoped it would be. It was warm & inviting, comfortable and clean, had all the mod cons you need, in a fantastic location. The beach across the road and the shop, pub and cafe across the other road. I was worried the pub might be noisy, but we didn't hear a thing. Brent kept in contact with us even though he wasn't on the island. Grant, who was managing the place was very helpful with everything. A huge big thanks to Brent for letting us stay another night when we were stranded with no planes flying out and lockdown. You saved us alot of stress. Overall, we loved the place and we will definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

Renata G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay at Tryphena

We loved our time at Brent’s place. Firstly, he was an amazing host and answered all our questions pre arrival. The house is extremely well appointed and he was very flexible with check in and out times. The location is amazing, opposite a beautifully clear and very calm swimming beach, with a great store (only thing we brought over, or needed to was meat) and pub across the road. Will hopefully be back to enjoy again sometime soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Property.

There was nothing not to love about this property. Worked well for a family holiday of 6 adults. Brilliant location. Brent was an exceptional host nothing was too much of a bother.

10/10 Excellent

Dagny L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location, beautiful beach, private but close to local amenities.

A wonderful property with a fantastic host! Very conveniently situated close to the local shops, pub and restaurant yet it was private. Just across the road was a beautiful beach, great for the kids to swim. We couldn’t have chosen a better spot to spend our time on the Barrier.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot!

A very tidy and well equipped house with a great location on the waterfront just across the road from a general store, cafe and pub.

10/10 Excellent

Carol M., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We had a fantastic few days here. The house worked really well for 4 adults and 2 children. The location to the beach, cafe, Irish Pub/restaurant and store made it all so easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tia B., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Holiday Home Away from Home

We had a wonderful 4 days at this spacious waterfront property. Brent (the owner) is an amazing host who let us checked in early at 8.30 am, and checked out late at 3-4pm without extra cost. He came to check on us everyday to make sure we were ok or needed anything. The house was very clean, spaces and beds very comfortable. An Irish Bar right across the road and so as a little well stocked dairy/mini supermarket. Thank you Brent for being a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jude R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best short break ever

This is an awesome place for some R&R. Brent went over and above to ensure we had the best time. Can't recommend enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic location, really helpful landlord

Everything was so clean, spacious and the location was perfect, highly recommended, we will be back and will always look to stay here. Perfect for a family.

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location and home away from home. Lovely bay and sea views.

Spacious house with 2 bathrooms, decks and lots of glass, excellent equipped kitchen and hospitable landlord.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Accommodation

We had a group of 5 on a fishing trip & the house was a perfect fit for us. BBQ on the front deck to cater for the day's catch + a well appointed kitchen with all the pantry items needed to feel at home. Brent was really helpful in helping us out on Day 1, getting any extra items (e.g. esky/containers for our fish) needed as we settled in. The location was ideal for us. 15 minute drive to Tryphena Wharf, but directly opposite the local pub & general store. The pub does a great pizza and each night we visited, live music with impromptu audience/staff performances made for entertaining evenings. Overall we had an awesome stay - the fishing was amazing & the house lived up to expectations. I reviewed all of the houses available to rent & from what we saw on the island - we make the right choice. Thanks to Brent and his partner for their hospitality - just a shame he lost on the Whiskey challenge to an Aussie :-)