Pipi Dune Villa - Whitianga Holiday Home | Whitianga | Coromandel

3.2★

12 Guests
6 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

8 Customer Review(s)

Jascha
March 2024

“We were very happy with the house.”

It was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. Heaps of linen and towels for everyone. All of the appliances were working. It was nice to have the lift for taking heavy groceries up to the second level. We also requested to use a bbq and this was onsite for us and ready to go. A couple of things to note for future guests - the queen beds upstairs are very hard mattresses and not very comfortable. One of them really needs a mattress topper. The emailed oven instructions are ...

It was clean and well stocked with everything we needed. Heaps of linen and towels for everyone. All of the appliances were working. It was nice to have the lift for taking heavy groceries up to the second level. We also requested to use a bbq and this was onsite for us and ready to go. A couple of things to note for future guests - the queen beds upstairs are very hard mattresses and not very comfortable. One of them really needs a mattress topper. The emailed oven instructions are completely wrong, I'm guessing the oven has been replaced and the instructions not updated. There is a switch on the wall by the light switches that powers the oven. Otherwise it will not work. We figured that out eventually. There is no instruction book for the house. Like how to operate lift etc. We figured that out too, just hold your finger on the lift button and keep it there whilst it moves and the lift will operate.

- Jascha, March 2024
Angela February 2024

“Lovely place with great rooms an layout, however showers were held together by hair ties, Windows were broken, missing cutlery, bowls and plates downstairs had to get them from up stairs.”

Down stairs tv wouldnt work was able to start using it but then would go fuzzy unable to do anything further. Pots and pans were dirty, no tea or coffee provided like all standard places do. Loved the outdoor area and great seating options for multiple people.

- Angela, February 2024
Gary February 2024

“We had a nice stay at the property and there was room for us all.”

We enjoyed the beach and the township. There were a couple of maintenance items: air con external unit rattled a lot so had to be turned off at night, wall mounted fans didn’t go & the stove instructions out of date - there is no red button to get it to go. Stove looks new but burns yellow flame as has jets for natural gas not lpg.

- Gary, February 2024
Daniel January 2024

“Very close to the beach.”

My kids love this holiday property. Thank you

- Daniel, January 2024
Ian December 2023

“Although advertised as a six bedroom property, it really is not fit for this purpose as the tables are too small and chairs inappropriate for seating that number of people together.”

We booked this for a family get-together as we needed accommodation for 11. The separation of the top and the bottom makes it extremely difficult for a whole family group to eat together. The rooms were clean and functional, but there were several issues identified in previous reviews that made our stay far more stressful than it should, or would have been, if they have been fixed. The oven does not work. There’s an electrical fault in one of the bedroom lamps. The outside light doesn’t work. The downstairs TV does not Work, probably because the remote is not working. The only route to the upstairs of the property where the main kitchen is has a series of steps two of these are falling apart. We realised on the first day that the oven was not functioning and were an unable to prepare the food we had planned. We made urgent calls to Bachcare, but no resolution was found until the agent came to clean a barbecue on Wednesday evening We realised on the first day that the oven was not functioning and were a unable to prepare the food we had planned to cook. We made urgent calls to Bachcare, but no resolution was found until the agent came to clean a barbecue on Wednesday evening as a result we ended up Having to have takeaway meals.

- Ian, December 2023

Thank you for your review, Ian. We're sorry to hear some of the amenities were not up to standard during your stay. We are currently working through the issues you have raised with our local services team and the property owners and look to have these resolved before the next guests arrival. With regards to the dining spaces at the property, the owner is looking into this and ways we can better accomodate our guests to enjoy a meal together. Bachcare
Alla October 2023

“Not a good holiday home.”

no cooking facilities - oven doesn't work, stove just working (badly) and no BBQ (its locked up in the shed) this is 6 bedroom house with no cooking facilities Oven splash back is broken, glass just sticking out Half of lights didn't work, need to change a few light bulbs no connection between first floor and second flour, lift doesn't work. Which makes a very long walk around to get downstairs to upstairs. It was very hard with young children No house information when you arrive, we have spent few hours trying to work out Wifi password! House needs a very good clean Wouldn't recommend this place for a weekend away

- Alla, October 2023

Thank you for your review, Alla. We're sorry to hear some of the amenities weren't up to standard during your stay. We have looked into the issues you raised and can confirm that the oven and stove do work. The stove is a gas stove and the owner has had someone come and check it and all functions well. The oven splash, is in the process of to getting sorted. We are looking into the lift issue and getting this repaired. Please note, there is not BBQ mentioned on the listing for guest use. Regarding the Wi-Fi, the code is provided in the welcome booklet at the property, however if any issues please call Bachcare's 0800 number and we can assist with this information. Bachcare
Amelia April 2023

“It would be great to have a few instructions in a info sheet for wi-fi, the trick to use the oven (we did figure it out, but we did notice it took a long time to heat up), also the alarm system beeped the whole time we were there.”

Luckily it is in a spot where it did not disturb sleeping. Overall, we found the bedding comfortable, the whole property clean and tidy, so a perfect place for a large family!

- Amelia, April 2023

Hi Amelia, Thank you for providing feedback on your recent stay, and glad to hear you found the property perfect for a large family group. We were sorry to hear about the fire alarm, and shared the concerns about the wi-fi code and oven with the local property manager, as that can improve the stay of future guests. Thanks again for taking the time to write us, and hope to host you again when your travel or holiday plans allow. Bachcare
Kayla March 2023

“We were unable to get oven working, would turn on but not heat up.”

Stove had to be manually lit and was unaware of this. lift didn't work as needed a key Wifi password didn't work, contacted bach care and they said they would get back to us, still no answer spent weekend with no wifi. apart from those everything else was good

- Kayla, March 2023

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Summary

Bedroom 1: Queen Size Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Size Bed
Bedroom 3: 2x Single Size Bed
Bedroom 4: Queen Size Bed, Single Size Bed
Bedroom 5: Queen Size Bed
Bedroom 6: Queen Size Bed
Bathroom 1 with: Shower, Hand Basin, Toilet
Bathroom 2 with: Shower, Hand Basin, Toilet
Bathroom 3 with: Shower, Hand Basin, Toilet
Bathroom 4 with: Shower, Hand Basin, Toilet
Living & Dining Room
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Property heating: Eco, other heating sources: Air Conditioning, Heat Pump
Oven, Hobs, Microwave, Fridge Freezer, Toaster, Air Fryer, Pizza Maker, Kettle
Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
2x TV's (one upstairs, one downstairs), Wi-Fi included
Indoor Gym
Garden
BBQ
Elevator available - Disability access
Parking, Boat Parking (Small Boat).Sorry, no smoking

Linen

Our linen service will provide all sheets, pillowcases, towels, bath mats, and tea towels for your stay. We’ll also make up the beds for you prior to arrival and strip them down after your departure. Pillows and duvets are provided at the property.

The property

Satisfy your holiday cravings with a charming home 2-minutes walk from Buffalo beach to call yours this stay. You'll love the authentic Queenslander design of this spacious multistory, 6-bedroom, 4-bathroom home, perfect for bringing the whole family and several friends! For a special retreat you'll never forget, head to Pipi Dune Villa! Furnished with the perfect balance of colour, charm and comfort throughout, Pipi Dune Villa is an iconic beach house that provides a great space for the family to enjoy some quality time together. Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, privacy is the ultimate luxury at Pipi Dune. The upstairs boasts a fully self-contained three-bedroom space with timber floors and a gorgeous cooks' kitchen. The open plan living-dining and kitchen is perfect for bringing everyone together to start the day's beachy adventure with a good breakfast. Chill out on the sheltered, north-facing sundeck for a cool place to get out of the sun and enjoy some fresh air. Downstairs enjoys three bedrooms, each with an ensuite. An open plan living-dining and kitchenette allows for a hassle-free holiday perfect for self-catering your group. Put together the perfect cheese board and extend your living space to the outdoors with the ideal indoor-outdoor flow. No matter the time of year or season, your accommodation will ensure your comfortability with a heat pump providing air conditioning and warmth to set the perfect holiday ambience. There's ample parking available at this Whitianga accommodation, and even enough space to park your small boat. Whitianga is a beautiful seaside town with spectacular beaches and plenty to see and do, and Pipi Dune Villa is in a convenient location to see it all. From here you can enjoy water sports, and boat excursions of Mercury Bay and beyond. On land, you'll love being just a 13-minute walk to Lost Springs Spa or 3-minute drive to the supermarket, takeaways and shops on the Esplanade. Character, immense charm, location and space, discover the ultimate spot for your groups next summer getaway - Pipi Dune Villa is ready!

Please note the stairs connecting to each level are located outside.

There is an Elevator available for those with mobility or disability restrictions.

Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

About the location

Whitianga is the largest of the Coromandel towns, offering many activities and 'big-smoke' type amenities. Test out your angling skills on some of New Zealand's best fishing charters, relax in the critically acclaimed 'Lost Spring Spa' a thermal village paradise that is not be missed, dine out at one of the many restaurants or bars, or check out the iconic Whitianga Scallop Festival held annually during September. All of our Whitianga holiday homes are pre-inspected prior to your arrival and are ready for instant online booking.

Features

Reviews & Ratings

“We were very happy with the house.”

“Lovely place with great rooms an layout, however showers were held together by hair ties, Windows were broken, missing cutlery, bowls and plates downstairs had to get them from up stairs.”

“We had a nice stay at the property and there was room for us all.”

“Very close to the beach.”

“Although advertised as a six bedroom property, it really is not fit for this purpose as the tables are too small and chairs inappropriate for seating that number of people together.”

“Not a good holiday home.”

“It would be great to have a few instructions in a info sheet for wi-fi, the trick to use the oven (we did figure it out, but we did notice it took a long time to heat up), also the alarm system beeped the whole time we were there.”

“We were unable to get oven working, would turn on but not heat up.”

Summary

Linen

The property

About the location