Vacation like a Kiwi. This is a family bach (cottage) on Awaroa Bay, 2nd row from the water. It was a privilege to stay in this close-knit community for 4 days, as our host family shared their beloved family beach cottage with us. If you are open to adventure and plan well this is a great place to get away from it all. You'll need to pack in your food, and learn how to turn on the gas stove and refrigerator. The bach is solar powered and does not have wifi. This actually helped us clear our minds. Melanie was very helpful with instructions, including how to get there via Wilson's Water Taxi. It was a big adventure for us and we loved it. The natural beauty of Awaroa Bay is unrivaled and the area was not crowded. Even on New Year's summer vacation weekend, when beach town Kaiteriteri was jammed, Awaroa Bay was lively but peaceful. This is an unusual property and we had a great time. If you would rather have a cozy beach adventure than stay in a lodge, we recommend this bach stay.