Escape to your perfect NZ holiday home. We were founded in the Coromandel in 2003 and remain a proud, locally run company that loves to share the Kiwi bach experience with New Zealanders and visitors alike. We were nominated at the 2020 and 2021 Westpac Business awards for excellence in marketing and customer service delivery. Let us help you find your happy place!

Idyllic views out over the water as you sip your morning coffee out on the sundeck - Does that sounds like something you need this trip? Look no further than The Tide Watcher! The indoor open-plan flow of this holiday home blends seamlessly into its scenic backdrop through the large windows and doors on both storeys. Sleeping up to 5 guests, The Tide Watcher is a spacious and modern place to settle into with the whole family or group. At the end of a busy day exploring the Bay of Islands, sit back and enjoy a glass of wine on the sundeck and watch the turn of the tide. With direct access to the ferry, right on your doorstep - you'll be perfectly set-up to take the ferry to Opua. From here you can make your way up to Paihia, further on to Cape Reinga, 90 Mile Beach, or cruise the Hole in the Rock. Summer or winter, relaxation or exploration - The Tide Watcher has you covered! Adults should closely supervise young children to ensure that they do not climb the bench seat at the top of the stairs due to risk of guests should take care when using the internal stairs as they are steep and do not have a 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.

Opua is a sailor's dream, famous for being the first port for yachts to arrive at after crossing the Pacific Ocean to New Zealand. It's a beautiful and relaxing town with plenty of not-to-miss activities on offer such as bush walks through lush native forest and chartering a boat and cruising around the Bay of Islands (don't forget to look out for dolphins along the way!). All of our Opua holiday homes are pre-inspected prior to your arrival and are ready for instant online booking.