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Entire home·Private host

Tree tops to the sea

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Beach nearby, sun-loungers
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel cot
Outdoor dining
Perched in a peaceful haven, this coastal retreat invites family fun and relaxation. Unwind with the soothing sounds of birdsong, then stroll to the ocean for sun-kissed moments on the wrap-around deck. The large lounge and dining area offer plenty of space to unwind with loved ones.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Sea view

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About this property

Entire place

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

Tree tops to the sea

Peaceful views from every room. Warm and quiet with plenty of birdsong. Invites family fun. Short walk to ocean with wrap around deck to catch sun and sea. Plenty of opportunities for activities and rest.

Large lounge and dining with sliding doors to deck. Sunny double, twin and bunk rooms comfortably sleeps 8. Bath, shower room with separate toilet. Private, elevated position, plenty of parking. Short 3 min walk to beach.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Property not fenced but gates on deck can be shut.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: It's a family beach home - no parties.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Tree Tops to the sea Opotiki
Tree Tops to the sea Private vacation home
Tree Tops to the sea Private vacation home Opotiki

About the area

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Waiotahi, a neighbourhood in Opotiki. Te Manuka Tutahi Marae and Mataatua: The House That Came Home are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ohope International Golf Club and Whakatane River Walk. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby.
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Waiotahe, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Opotiki Beach - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Ohiwa Harbour - 23 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Maraetotara Reserve - 27 min drive - 32.9 km
  • Ohope International Golf Club - 33 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Whakatane Hospital - 38 min drive - 43.1 km

Getting around

  • Whakatane (WHK) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ohiwa Oyster Farm - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Elite Turkish Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wharf Side - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Two Fish Café - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kafe Friends - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tree tops to the sea pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Tree tops to the sea?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tree tops to the sea?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Tree tops to the sea located?

Located in Waiotahi, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Bay of Plenty and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Opotiki Beach. Ohope Beach and Opotiki Heritage & Agriculture Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Tree tops to the sea Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great quite getaway

great views, lots of bird life, home away from home
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ohiwa Magic

Awesome spot, so peaceful, sun all day, and views to die for. Very comfortable and has all you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach Haven

Restful , great sea views, comfortable accommodation .Would recommend. J/A
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

We did an event in the area. Gorgeous beach and location. Property perfect clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous getaway

The property was perfect for our stay and the proximity to the beach was great. The house was comfortable and we managed to relax. Bryan’s Beach is a hidden gem and perfect for us to help celebrate a relatives 98th birthday.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back for more

Second time staying here. Beautiful, quiet location. Plenty of walks, birds and scenery. Peaceful house with everything required.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ally R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

Was a beautiful location lots of room and peaceful- thank you for everything 😊. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic views

Clear communication with easy to follow instructions received before our trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Quiet home. Perfect to relax and walk on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Inge w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Thanks for another great weekend at the Bach. We had a great time! we were very lucky with the weather what is always good! Love how quiet it is and how close it is to the beach. Very kid friendly! we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kat Z., Taupo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

We had a very enjoyable 3 night stay. So much bird life right outside your door, stunning beach views and the house has all you need. We will return, thank you for having us and our furbaby.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

joanna D., Waihi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax & Enjoy

Fabulous views - great beach - deck perfect for our dog (enclosed). Well equipped kitchen. Everything you need for a laid back break.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Lovely quiet location close to safe beach. Property was ideal when family visited for a few days. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t great but we were perfectly cosy with books, cards and jigsaws. Grandchildren loved the big toy box.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house

Nothing I could complain about, house is decked out, beautiful view, close to beach for a walk. AAA +++ all the way
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Great location, super close to Opotiki where I was working. The house has everything necessary to be comfortable. The property manager was super helpful, going out of her way. The owner was very responsive and helpful to my questions and booking at such short notice. Beautiful views stunning beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Te Awamutu

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing break despite the Cyclone

We arrived in time for the cyclone - the house felt safe and comfortable even when the power went out and storm surge meant it was always high tide for a day. We still really enjoyed our stay and would like to come back in better weather - lovely place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tracey

This was a beautiful stay. The fact there is no WIFI was the highlight because we got to enjoy each other go down to beach. It was perfect thank you Sandy. The best host ever
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely views

We spent a lovely long weekend here. This is a comfortable bach with everything we needed. It was private and peaceful, surrounded by trees, with views of the sea. The deck had a gate either end and was secure for our dog to wander round. The National Park is a short distance away with dogs allowed on lead.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

In spite of the rain we all thoroughly enjoyed our weekend. The home was clean, homely and cosy and listening to just the surf and birds was brilliant. The communication was friendly and helpful with messages answered right away on both sides. I highly recommend Tree Tops for a peaceful getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Melissa Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Last Motu Challenge

We stayed here as two of our party in the last Motu Challenge. Great location, close to Opotiki, close to beach. Would be better if wifi or phone coverage was better as we are from different locations and difficult without phone coverage to pass on messages, check weather etc, meet other friends staying closeby etc. But the view is lovely and would love to return - hopefully the Motu will be resurrected in time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Flip

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

We enjoyed our stay and will definitely visit again, the comments below are not a deal breaker for us. Just a few friendly suggestions, use it, don't use it: - Ensure the dog fee of $20 is communicated in the property cost upfront, no one likes surprises - Ensure the detail what "linen included" really means - The kitchen drawers have no handles, so very difficult to open - The normal utensils, "Knives and forks" can do with a refresh - Bathroom is very dark, can do with better lightning
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Glorious bach by the sea

This holiday house|bach embodies the great NZ summer holiday. All that is required for a wonderful time irrespective of the weather: views and easy access to the beach, walks in the nearby reserve, games, books ... and if necessary tv. Excellent communication and responsiveness from the property manager. Clear instructions regarding removal of own rubbish, to maintain the pristine state of the environment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Bev T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tree top treasure

Loved staying at this Bach having a peaceful holiday wiping away recent stresses. We had issue with hot water which Sandee was good at following up on, although not repaired before we left we were able to use logfire wetback system to heat water. Bach does need more firewood soon. With minimal phone coverage and no wifi it was a nice change to escape devices and make use of the variety of books available when not exploring the local surrounds. A great place to stay and we will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trev H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a Beautiful Place

The house at Treetops reminded me of a childhood home - so warm and cosy, not too modern but everything worked just fine for us. The birdies busy in the trees around the veranda occasionally distracted us from the amazing views of the ocean and and the far horizon, and the nearby special reserve. Walking on that almost deserted sandy beach tempted us into a swim and maybe it was just the sunshine but it didn't even seem cold. The area was unexpectedly beautiful, hard to express our delight at where we lucked into. Sandee was really helpful and nice and kept us well informed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini vacation

Myself, my husband and our three kids wanted somewhere relaxing to stay, out of the hustle bustle of city life and work stressors. We stayed for three nights and it was absolutely exactly what we needed. The style is very old school bach styles, which we loved. There was games and lots of toys for the kids which was really great. The deck is amazing and it really is as if you’re sitting in the tree tops looking over the sea. It’s a hop skip jump away from the beach. The only downside I would say would be the $60 for an “extra guest” where that extra guest was my third child. Especially when it’s set up with plenty of beds (2 singles, 2 sets of bunks, a double and a pull out couch) so I felt that extra guest fee for one of my children was a bit odd. Except for that, lovely lovely little home and we are very grateful we got to stay, so thank you very much. Cup is full 💛
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024