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Farview Bach - Rural, beach, river and fishing!

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TV, fireplace, books, stereo
1 bedroom
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

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

Farview Bach - Rural, beach, river and fishing!

Welcome to Farview Bach!

Kick back and relax, go fishing, collect drift wood, mix with the locals or go on a riverboat cruise - your choice! Farview bach is located 5mins north of Mokau. From the bach, it's only a 10min walk to the Awakino River (great for trout fishing and white-baiting during the season), and to the local pub.

En route to Mokau, you can stop off at the beach/estuary at Awakino Heads to swim or collect driftwood, or the beach by Seaview Motor Camp which is great for surf-casting. The beaches are good for surfing but take care - the ocean can be dangerous on the west coast, with rips and strong undertows. Mokau has two cafes and a museum, and you can arrange river cruises from Mokau.

Heading north - 2.5km will take you to Junction Service Station which stocks basic groceries, supplies, daily newspapers etc.

To reach the bach there's a short climb up a metalled farm track. The bach is situated in a fence section on farmland. It's private, light and spacious. It has a long history - starting it's life as the local Mokau school. Years later, it was relocated to it's current location, renovated, and has been a family bach for about the last 8 years.

There's a covered porch, entrance way, kitchen, laundry, bathroom with bath and shower, a bedroom area, huge living area, walk in wardrobe and Kauri floors throughout. Also an internal access garage with additional toilet and hand-basin. The bach is warm - has a wood burner and is draught-free due to aluminium joinery.

Sleeping: There's a double bedroom area, and other two beds are situated 'communal style' in the spacious, cathedral-roofed living room. There's another double bed located in the internal access garage (basic but carpetted) with it's own toilet and hand basin.

There are two decks, outdoor furniture and sun umbrella, plus magazines, books and jigsaws to help you relax. The bach is well suited to families and couples.
Special conditions:
Bring own linen (sheets and pillow cases), towels and tea towels
No smoking at the bach
Bach is situated on a grazing block. Please heed safety notices
Please take your rubbish and recycling when you leave. Recycling and refuse stations available Awakino, Piopio, Te Kuiti, Waitara, New Plymouth. Opening hours vary


Extras: Cleaning charge (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding 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)

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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

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 not indicated whether 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

Property is also known as

Farview Bach - Rural, Beach, River and Fishing! Awakino

About the neighborhood

Map
Awakino, Taranaki

What's nearby

  • The Three Sisters - 18 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Tongapurtu Sea Cave - 23 min drive - 25.7 km
  • Yandle Park - 49 min drive - 71.2 km
  • Urenui Golf Club - 50 min drive - 69.8 km
  • Waitara West Quay - 62 min drive - 88.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitebait Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mokau River Run Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Number Three Foods - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Farview Bach - Rural, beach, river and fishing! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Farview Bach - Rural, beach, river and fishing!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Farview Bach - Rural, beach, river and fishing!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Farview Bach - Rural, beach, river and fishing! located?

Situated in Awakino, this vacation home is 12.5 mi (20.2 km) from The Three Sisters and within 25 mi (40 km) of Tongapurtu Sea Cave and Tainui Historical Society Museum.

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Farview Bach - Rural, beach, river and fishing! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 114 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Another great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Always a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

A perfect location with stunning scenery and a hidden gem of a Bach...Spacious and accommodating for any people with nature on the front door. Clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Would recommend people to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Unique setting and accommodation with great views, was clean and bed was comfortable . Had a great time and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Loved our stay! So nice aand peaceful, reasonably priced and so cosy with the fire. Everything we needed provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Lovely views out to Mt. Taranaki and cozy fireplace- great place to stay no matter the weather!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Another great stay at this bach - great communication with owners, highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Everything you could need for a weekend getaway to recharge your battery
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Awesome views, charming place, great fire
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Just what we needed. We will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Perfect spot blending lush pasture land, panoramic ocean views, and outstanding fiery sunsets! With Mt Taranaki rising through the morning mist and the Awakino River rising and falling with tides, this is a gem in the Aotearoa crown. The bach was very comfortable with all the charms of rustic living. The host was very accommodating when we added another day to our stay.I would definitely stay again if in the area, and for a lot longer than the few days I had.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Lovely place to relax
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Excellent place for 3 old guys whitebaiting. Warm homely and comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Will come back another time
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

We loved our stay. Awesome quiet location in a special place. Very clean, and toasty warm with the log fire. A good place to explore the surrounding area. The farm locale was lovely, and great hosts. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10

We had a lovely time staying in Awakino at the bach. The breathtaking views of the ocean and Mt Taranaki were an added bonus and the bach itself had so much more space than expected. Would definitely recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Great little kiwi bach/cottage. Simple and basic but comfortable. Fantastic views and location. Will come back for a return visit. Great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We love this spot overlooking the wild west coast. Magic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10

Absolutely amazing!! Suits us perfectly!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Lovely old school house with a stunning View Great facilities and just to kick back and relax Summer or winter
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Magical. Love the views across the paddock, across the sea, magical sunsets and wild west coast beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10

Everything about this spot and stay was seamless and stunning. The views, the location, the ability to still work (I was on a work trip) and have reception was an extra bonus. The host was great to communicate with and there was everything we could need. So happy the fire was stoked and ready to roll. Despite being so high up and a heritage building.. the newly installed joinery meant the heat was not lost at all through the night and it was a really comfortable and safe stay. Appreciate the opportunity to stay in your wonderful spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10

Lovely views. Pllace a little run down needs TLC. Curtains bathroom floor wiring and outside appearance. Driveway needs a little attention. All this is related to what we paid.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

We had a grest stay in this old schol building. Very clean and comfortable with everything we needed. Fabulous views out all windows.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025