We had the most fabulous five nights at the Wow House. There is so much to see, do and experience on the Coromanel Peninsular and coming back to this lovely home every afternoon was perfect.
The view is a never-ending kalidiscope of colourful sunrises and sunsets over the water that you can get lost in.
We were cozy, comfortable and slept so well each night.
Thank you Serena!
The Wow House
★ 4.94 · 112 reviews · Kuaotunu West, Coromandel
A glass-fronted home above Kuaotunu West Beach, with sea and island views from almost every room.
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Sea-view house in Kuaotunu West
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 beds · 2 bathrooms
Hosted by Mark and Serena
Local hosts · quick replies
- Ocean and island views from the lounge, kitchen, dining room and bedrooms
- Three decks and bifold doors for easy indoor–outdoor living
- A private path through the garden to Kuaotunu West Beach, about three minutes' walk
- A fully equipped kitchen with a gas hob, a large pantry and a Weber BBQ on the deck
- A separate downstairs living area with its own TV, so a group can spread out
- Starlink wi-fi, a proper sound system upstairs, a gas fireplace and an outdoor shower
Walk in, look out, and say wow
The name comes from what guests say when they open the front door. A wall of glass off the lounge looks straight out over Kuaotunu West Beach to Great Mercury Island and Great Barrier Island on the horizon, and the view follows you into the kitchen, the dining room and the bedrooms.
People watch it for hours: dolphins, surfers and beach walkers by day, weather rolling in off the sea, and clear night skies full of stars. Plenty of guests tell us the photos don't do it justice.
When you want to be on the sand rather than looking at it, a private path through the trees takes you down to the beach in about three minutes.
About this home
"Wow" is the first word out of everyone's mouth the moment they step through the front door and take in the view: Kuaotunu West Beach stretching out below, with Great Mercury Island and Great Barrier Island on the horizon beyond.
This modern 3-bedroom holiday home is built for that view — and for making the most of it. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area flows out through bifold doors onto the deck, blurring the line between indoors and out. Whether it's a lazy breakfast, sundowners, or a full holiday feast, there's space to spread out and enjoy it.
The Kitchen
Fully equipped for a house full of holidaymakers: dishwasher, microwave, electric oven, 4-burner gas hob, fridge/freezer, toaster and kettle, plus crockery, cutlery and utensils for up to 6. A large pantry and generous cupboard space mean there's room for all your holiday supplies, and a Weber BBQ on the deck is ready for anyone keen to grill.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Master suite — upstairs, with a quality queen bed, walk-in wardrobe, and ensuite (shower, toilet, heated towel rail, vanity). Its own ranch slider opens onto a private deck with beach views.
- Bedroom two — downstairs, a comfortable queen bed with its own walk-in wardrobe, sharing a bathroom (shower, toilet, heated towel rail, separate vanity). Also opens via ranch slider onto its own deck.
- Bedroom three — a queen bed with built-in clothes rack and shelving, sharing the same downstairs bathroom.
The downstairs living area links the two lower bedrooms and includes a wall-mounted 42" Sony TV with Chromecast for all your streaming favourites — giving guests a bit of separation from the upstairs living space when needed. Step through the ranch slider to the third deck, a shaded spot perfect for relaxing outdoors any time of day.
Connected & Entertained
Stay connected throughout the house with fast, unlimited Starlink wifi (120+ Mbps). Upstairs, music lovers will appreciate the Onkyo receiver with WiiM Pro (Spotify, AirPlay 2 and Chromecast Audio), CD player, subwoofer and wall-mounted speakers — stream your favourite tunes straight from your phone.
All Made Up For You
A full linen package is included: bed linen, bath towels, bath mats, hand towels, face cloths and tea towels — all made up before you arrive, so your holiday starts the moment you walk in. A fresh linen change is provided every 7 nights, though a front-loader washer, dryer and clothes line are on hand if you need them.
Steps to the Sand
The white sand of Kuaotunu West Beach is just a 3-minute stroll away via a private pathway to Cuvier Crescent — close enough to leave the car parked and spend your days by the sea. Rinse off the sand and salt in the private outdoor shower before heading in for a summer dinner on the deck. Sit back, take in the view, and say Wow.
Good to Know
- Free off-street parking for 2 cars (no space for large boats)
- Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues, due to internal and external stairs
- Not suitable for children under 12, due to internal/external stairs and large glass doors and windows
- Sorry, no pets
- A Minut environmental monitor tracks temperature, humidity, smoke alarm activation and sound levels
- Early check-in and late checkout may be available — details sent via the Guest Portal once your reservation is confirmed
Your Host: I live locally in Kuaotunu and I'm on call throughout your stay. Heating and lights will be on for an after-dark arrival, and I'm just a call or text away if you need anything — my goal is to make your stay as easy and enjoyable as possible.
The house
Upstairs is the main living area and the master suite: a queen bed, walk-in wardrobe, ensuite and its own deck with beach views.
Downstairs are two more queen bedrooms, a shared bathroom and a second living room with a 42-inch TV and Chromecast, opening onto a shaded third deck.
A full linen package is included and the beds are made up before you arrive. There's a washing machine, dryer and clothesline, and free off-street parking for two cars.
Where you'll sleep
- Bedroom 1
Queen Bed - Bedroom 2
Queen Bed - Bedroom 3
Queen Bed
What this place offers
- Barbeque utensils
- Bay
- Beach
- Beach view
- Boating
- Body soap
- Car necessary
- Car recommended
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Cleaning included
What this place offers
- Barbeque utensils
- Bay
- Beach
- Beach view
- Boating
- Body soap
- Car necessary
- Car recommended
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Cleaning included
- Cleaning products
- Clothing storage
- Coffee
- Coffee/tea maker
- Conditioner
- Contactless Check-In/Out
- Cooking basics
- Dining area
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Eco tourism
- Electric kettle
- Enhanced Cleaning Practices
- Essentials
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Family
- Fire Extinguisher
- Fireplace
- Free parking
- Freezer
- Hair Dryer
- Hangers
- Heating
- Hot water
- Internet
- Iron
- Kitchen
- Kitchen island
- Linens
- Microwave
- Ocean view
- Outdoor grill
- Outdoor lighting
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Romantic
- Rural
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
- Smoke detector
- Stove
- TV
- Toaster
- Washing Machine
- Wine glasses
- Wireless
Select check-out date
Minimum stay: 7 nights
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Crossed-out nights are booked. You can check out on the morning of a booked night. Clear dates
Overall rating
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Silja
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Wayne
Best Airbnb we have ever stayed in. We 3 hadn’t all agreed upon this point after a day or so but within a couple of days we had all agreed. Nothing to fault. Despite houses being around it is incredibly private and you can feel alone amongst the treetops overlooking the canopy and with an awesome ocean view. Comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchen, 2 living areas but hard to remove yourself from the upstairs views overlooking everything you could wish for if you were imagining your dream outlook. Seriously, this house is awesome and would stay again in a heartbeat if I were in the area.
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Paul
Geweldige plek. Locatie zou zes sterren moeten krijgen. Geweldig uitzicht vanuit het huis
Mike
Our second stay at the Wow House. An amazing place to stay and explore the surrounding area. Outstanding views and well appointed.
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Maureen
Stunning views and close to beach.
Jo
Fabulous stay, this place is great in the photos but in reality even better, it doesn’t get much better than this with the most amazing views and a wonderful clean home.
Lots to do but also incredibly peaceful if you are just looking to chill.
Close to lots of activities if you wish, a great restaurant just down the road, ‘Lukes Kitchen’. Close to the beach for a walk via a private path from the house.
We will be back and highly recommend both the home and Selena.
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Where you'll be
Kuaotunu West, Coromandel, New Zealand
The house sits on the hill above Kuaotunu West Beach. Luke's Kitchen and the café in Kuaotunu village are about five minutes' drive away, and Whitianga is around 20 minutes for shops and supplies.
It makes a good base for day trips to Hahei and Cathedral Cove, New Chums Beach and the surf beaches.
See the area on a map (approximate location; the exact address comes with your booking).
Meet your hosts
Mark and Serena look after The Wow House and live locally. Expect quick replies, clear arrival instructions and tips on where to eat and what to do. About us.
Things to know
House rules
- Check-in from 15:00 to 23:00
- Check-out by 11:00
- Minimum stay 2 nights
- 6 guests maximum
Security deposit
Refundable security deposit NZ$250 (a hold on your card).
Cancellation policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before arrival.
House rules
1. The Guest who makes the booking must be 25 years of age or over and be present at the property for the duration of the stay.
2. Guest must connect to the Holiday Coromandel Guest Portal within 24 hours of reservation to update Guest Information and sign the Rental Agreement.
3. A NZ$250 Security Deposit by way of Credit Card is required 48 hours before Check-in time and will be released once the property has been inspected for damages, additional cleaning or excess rubbish removal.
4. The Guest who makes the booking is legally responsible for compliance of the house rules and Rental Agreement by all guests and visitors.
Good to know
What happens after I book?
Whichever site you book through, we then send you a link to our guest portal. That's where you complete a short check-in form and get the door code and house guide, and where a refundable NZ$250 security deposit is taken as a hold on your card before check-in. It's a separate step from Airbnb or Booking.com, so it's worth doing before you set off. Mobile signal can be weak at the front door, so save your arrival details before you leave home.
Is the house suitable for young children or anyone with limited mobility?
We don't recommend it for children under 12, because there are steep internal and external stairs and large glass doors and windows. For the same reason it isn't suitable for wheelchair users or anyone with mobility issues.
Where's the TV?
Downstairs, in the second living room (a 42-inch TV with Chromecast). Upstairs is kept for the view and the sound system.
Is there anything we should bring?
Beach towels and beach chairs: bed linen and bath towels are supplied, beach gear isn't. Bring groceries too: Whitianga, about 20 minutes away, is the place for a big shop. In summer, pack insect repellent, because mosquitoes come out after dark.
Can we bring our dog?
Sorry, no pets.