Seaside stay .At this Hot Water Beach vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Hot Water Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Hahei Beach. Stingray Bay and Cathedral Cove are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 24 min drive - 24.7 miles
Whangamata Beach - 43 min drive - 42.9 miles
Getting around
Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
The Church Restaurant and Accomodation - 7 min drive
Hot Waves - 6 min walk
Hahei Beach Cafe - 8 min drive
The Pour House - 8 min drive
Little Blue Kitchen - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Tui Nature Retreat HWB, Tui Nature Retreat HWB
Tui Nature Retreat, a quirky yet fabulous home, perfect for those who would like to disconnect from devices (NO WIFI and very limited phone coverage) and reconnect with nature and fellow travelers.
We offer a wide range of board games, outdoor games and a couple of yoga mats to keep the family entertained. Stroll beside the stream and you will reach the crystal clear waters of Hot Water Beach within just 2 minutes.
At Tui Nature Retreat you are surrounded by a recreational reserve, filled with native trees such as Pohutukawa and native birds such as Tui, Piwakawaka and Kereru. Listen to the song of the Tui and the sound of the waves whilst doing your morning yoga, reading your favorite book in the sunny window seats or simply relax in the bean bags. Grab the spades and dig yourself a natural hot pool on the beach or hire a surfboard and catch your perfect wave at sunrise! Wander down the road to Hotties Eatery, Moko Artspace or Hot Waves Cafe for some breakfast or lunch and be sure to check out their open mic nights on a Friday, where locals gather and jam.
The track to Cathedral Cove, one of the most beautiful beaches of New Zealand, reopened in December 2024, just in time for our summer visitors!
The property features a main house and a tiny house, which are connected through a deck with outdoor dining table and chairs.
The main house has a Queen bedroom, an ensuite bathroom, dining table and a spacious lounge with 2 window seats which can be made up into 2 single beds. The main house also features a fridge, a freezer and basic tea/coffee making facilities including a kettle and a toaster.
The tiny house has a Queen bedroom upstairs (climbing up stairs required).
This is where the cooking facilities are based. Here you will find a kettle, toaster, stove, oven, a dishwasher and a small fridge. We also provide cooking oil, salt, pepper and lots of herbs and spices for your use.
We are happy for you to bring your well behaved dog. Please be aware that there is a dog who lives next door (very friendly)and that the property is not fenced in.
We are a local, family owned holiday home management business and we take great care of all of our homes. We are based in Hahei but can either meet you at the house on arrival or give you the code for the lockbox. Since phone coverage is very limited at the house itself, we recommend to walk to the beach or the HWB carpark should you need to contact us. We are only a 10 minute drive away.
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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
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 100 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20
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
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
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 fire extinguisher and 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
568582
Frequently asked questions
How close is Tui Nature Retreat HWB, Tui Nature Retreat HWB to the airport?
This vacation home is 19.6 mi (34-min drive) away from the Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Tui Nature Retreat HWB, Tui Nature Retreat HWB have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Tui Nature Retreat HWB, Tui Nature Retreat HWB to the beach?
This vacation home is a short 8-minute walk from Hot Water Beach and 6 mi (18-min drive) from Cathedral Cove. Don't forget your sunscreen!
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Maria, Escondido
Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
The place was an absolute delight to be at. Its layout was charming and very functional; it was clean and had lovely amenities to make our stay feel special. The kitchen was very well equipped, and the large living area was light and inviting and a fun gathering place for our family weekend. The location is perfect for numerous walks to the beach. We loved the place and will definitely come back.
Maria
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hilary H.
Oct 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A dream weekend. The house was exactly what we had hoped for in terms of a relaxing Kiwi bach holiday and a stone’s throw from the beach and cafes. The whole house, including the bathrooms were super clean and appeared new or well maintained. It was lovely having two large decks to lounge on as well as the large space inside the main house.We had our walking 1 year old, 4 and 6 year olds. It was very family friendly. The walk to the beach was easy for these little ones to do several times a day. We loved the outdoor shower for washing off sandy beach bods - this helped to keep the house sand free. We will definitely be booking this accommodation again.10/10 thank you!
Hilary H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brian H.
Mar 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely wonderful
This place is everything we had hoped, and more than we expected. Just minutes away from the incredible hot water of Hot Water beach, the property has a stunning view and is one of the coolest places we have ever stayed. Plenty of deck space with room for people to space out. The house also has all the necessary tools for cooking, a frig, freezer, etc. More signs for the location of the place would be helpful as it's not the easiest to find at night. In addition, the place can get a bit warm but once you open the doors and windows, it becomes much more comfortable. Also, there's VERY limited cell service here but the beach and areas nearby offer a signal.
Brian H.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rick R.
Mar 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and Location
What a lovely surprise to find this gem of a place. Quiet well equipped and a short hop to Hot Water Beach.Would have wanted more time to enjoy but had to fly home as the end of our holiday.