Waiotahi stay.Your stay at this Waiotahi vacation home places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Ohope Beach and Opotiki Beach. Opotiki Heritage & Agriculture Museum and Opotiki District Museum are within 12 miles (20 km).
Ohope International Golf Club - 30 min drive - 21.3 miles
Getting around
Whakatane (WHK) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Ohiwa Macadamias - 17 min drive
Ohope Charter Club - 25 min drive
Fisherman's Wharf Cafe - 28 min drive
Ohiwa Oyster Farm - 23 min drive
The Sandcastle - 28 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.
Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour
Located on the sea side of Ohiwa Harbour Road, this beautiful family bach is ideally sandwiched between ocean and harbour, providing a place where you can do as much or as little as you feel.
Delightful, comfortable, relaxing, fun...this holiday home will mean so much to all who spend their time here. Located between Ohiwa Harbour and Beach, with Onekawa Te Mawhai Regional Park, just around the corner, there are many opportunites to create a fabulous holiday. There's glow worms too, either in the regional park area, or along the beach. There are great living spaces, inside and out, with outdoor dining at either end of the property, which means you can work around the sun and the wind. With three bedrooms and bunks in the generous size games room, there is space for the biggest family or a group of friends wanting some pristine time out from today's pace. There's plenty to do inside too, with lots of games, books and a pool table in the games room and wifi, if you wish to connect to the outside world. But maybe you won't feel the need to do so.
In short, it is one of those holiday homes that you and your family could return to year after year, creating lasting memories of sundrenched days and star filled nights.
Sandbach is located near the end of a road and as such is a quiet neighbourhood within walking distance to the beach, harbour and Onekawa Te Mawhai Regional Park. It is also close to Ohiwa Holiday Park.
A vehicle is required to get in and around Opotiki and surrounding areas. Pre-Authorization Damage Deposit Hold To ensure coverage for any potential incidentals or damages during your stay, Bush to Bay Holiday Stays will place a temporary pre-authorization hold of $250 on your credit card two days before check-out. This is a standard practice in the hospitality industry and serves as a placeholder for any additional charges before final billing. ⚠️ Important: A pre-authorization hold is not a charge—it simply reserves funds temporarily. If no incidental costs or damages occur, the hold will be released after check-out, depending on your bank’s processing time.
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)
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,615 square feet
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 are welcome
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
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 smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
House
Sandbach - Ohiwa - Opotiki, Bay of Plenty Opotiki
Sandbach - Ohiwa - Opotiki, Bay of Plenty Private vacation home
99332
Frequently asked questions
How close is Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour to the airport?
This vacation home is 29.7 mi (48-min drive) away from the Whakatane (WHK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour to the beach?
This vacation home is 4.2 mi (12-min drive) from Opotiki Beach.
Does Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour to downtown Opotiki?
This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Ōhiwa.
Sandbach - Ohiwa Harbour Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Rowena V.
Apr 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Sandbach Serenity
We loved the feeling of quiet, relaxation and total getaway that this property provided. Very scenic and the bach has a cosy feel. Fantastic place to see the stars at night!It is worth knowing that there are no shops of any kind at the Harbour so be prepared and bring what you need.
Rowena V.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan P.
Jan 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Summer holiday
Comfortable, clean bach with 3 nice bedrooms and a rumpus with bunks and a pool table. Two minutes walk through the dunes to a wild and wonderful beach.
Megan P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Max and Darrell J.
Nov 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway Break
Our stay was just brilliant, with great walks and quiet and peaceful accommodation.
Max and Darrell J.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
joachim c.
Apr 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Mr collins
Great place to stay
joachim c.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Ross M., Whakatane
Jul 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Sand bach you lil gem
The place was nice and warm, the birdlife was amazing I sat outside and watched the tūī and kererū flying around from tree to tree, I’ve never seen so many kererū ever :) just lovely, the family enjoyed the pool table, would happily return
Ross M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Huia H.
Feb 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Van de laar Family
Awesome stay we just love the location and this wonderful spacious home. It is really comfortable and clean, with loads of great activities 😀
Huia H.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carol H.
Jan 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Photos dont do the property justice
Carol H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anne N.
Jan 7, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
I almost don't want to say the nice things so this place stays a secret! Lovely bach in a lovely location away from the crowds.
We were unlucky with the weather but braved the wind and rain every day to walk around from the beach to the harbour and watch the oyster catchers, dotterels and weka who call this place home. And the pool table gave us many hours of enjoyment and valuable family bonding time. Thanks so much for sharing this special place with us.