Classic Kiwi bach in a stunning location, a short walk through native bush and pohutukawa to a fairly private beach with great swimming. Steep walk from roadside parking deck to bach, don’t take too much luggage and wear good shoes! Didn’t catch any fish but had great fun kayaking, and found several starfish snorkeling. A family of weka visited every day and we saw lots of kereru and tui, glow worms in the hillside, and amazing stars. Weather can be changeable but there’s a great DVD collection, books and games. Very well equipped kitchen with an extra freezer and a good coffee machine! Good shower but limited water. Cafes and resorts a short drive away, food truck at Te Mahia Bay Resort does great burgers and tacos. Queen Charlotte Track is a must-do walk - make sure you buy a pass online. We got three cars and a boat on the parking deck, boat ramps at Broughton bay or Portage. Overall, a perfect kiwi holiday experience!