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Waitawa Bach at Waitawa Regional Park
Enjoy magnificent views from the large deck or lounge across Waitawa Bay or the distant Coromandel Ranges. It has three generous bedrooms, an accessible bathroom and heatpump. There is a wheelchair ramp at the back of the bach.
Waitawa has plenty to offer from beach activities and fishing, to walking and mountain biking. Play a round of disc golf or relax under the large pōhutukawa tree.
Alert - warning
Changes to tracks around the park
We have made significant changes to some of the tracks. Check the park noticeboard for updated map and track information.
Waitawa Bach - Aerial view of the bach and surrounding area.
1168 Clevedon-Kawakawa Road, Kawakawa Bay
Directions and access
Main park gates are open from 6am to 9pm during daylight savings hours and 6am to 7pm during non-daylight saving hours.
Access is via an internal park road, following the signs. The second gate has a combination lock and must be closed at all times - we will give you a combination code for the gate with your booking confirmation.
Visit Waitawa Regional Park for more access information.
Availability and prices
Maximum number of people
6Maximum stay
7 nightsCheck-in time
2pmCheck-out time
12pm (noon)Summer, weekend and public holidays
$198.00 (GST inclusive)
Winter weekdays
$119.00 (GST inclusive)
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Booking information
Bookings can only be made six months in advance for baches. Availability refreshes at midnight daily.
Find out about booking changes and cancellations, and booking if you are under 18, on How to book accommodation.
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms one and two: one queen bed
- Bedroom three: two sets of single bunk beds. Top bunk is not recommended for under 9 year olds.
You need to supply bed linen, blankets, duvets, sleeping bags, pillows, towels, tea towels, food, mosquito repellent and personal items.
Amenities
Dam supply, drinkable (potable) water - boil water for at least three minutes before using.
Standard domestic power supply.
Fridge/freezer, stove, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, pots and pans, cooking utensils, all cutlery and crockery provided.
One bathroom with accessible toilet and shower, and an automatic washing machine.
Heat pump.
Rules
Dogs, other animals and pets are prohibited at all times.
You must keep the bach and surrounding site clean and tidy during your stay, and when you leave.
To protect against COVID-19 please clean all utensils, crockery and surfaces on your arrival and departure.No bins or rubbish disposal facilities. Take all rubbish and recycling with you when you leave.
You may not stay in tents or camp in vehicles around the bach.
Fires prohibited at all times.
Information about the park
Waitawa Regional Park
Recreation park, planned and developed with outdoor activities, exercise and fun in mind.