You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Leigh Family Bach - Your perfect spot for a family getaway in the heart of Leigh
Relax in the comfort of our classic kiwi holiday home less than an hours drive from Auckland City. Enjoy lazy summer days on the huge covered terrace or cosy winters nights around the woodburner! Plenty of space for all the family.
Located in central Leigh - just a 2 minute walk to the local shops and the Leigh Bar - a 700m walk to the iconic Leigh Sawmill Cafe - 1.3km to the beautiful sandy beach of Mathesons Bay
The bach has three queen bedrooms and a spacious bathroom inside and a fourth bedroom along with a second bathroom/laundry off the patio in the sleepout. A fully equipped kitchen and a huge lounge with woodburner and fold out sofa-bed. French doors open from the dining area out onto our large covered terrace and lovely fully fenced garden complete with tree swing and sandpit for the kids.
Many local attractions are just a short drive away, including; Goat Island Marine Reserve, Pakiri Surf Beach, the famous Matakana Markets and several local vineyards. Special conditions: Pets by arrangement - Please enquire Bond may be required
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$80.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$80.00 per stay); BOND - Refunded Immediately after Property Check (Required, NZ$200.00 per stay);
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of this vacation home's great location. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Mathesons Bay. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the vacation home.
The vacation home offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
Amenities include a terrace
Just a 2-minute drive from Mathesons Bay and a few minutes from Reptile Park
This vacation home offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property manager
Snoldys
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fully-fenced
Garden
Patio
Terrace
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near the bay
Things to do
Bicycles
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Bicycles
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Leigh Family Retreat House
Leigh Family Retreat
Leigh Family Bach - Your perfect spot for a family getaway in the heart of Leigh Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 185 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 185 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 185 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kate O.
13 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Bach Leigh
Lovely family bach close to Leigh Central
Kate O.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Huia C.
6 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place with space
Enjoyed our stay in Leigh , Great weather , Sawmill cafe ,Fish n Chip shop both great food places. Great Host , lovely home , lots of room.
Huia C.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Claire I.
27 Feb 2025
Great stay
We really enjoyed our stay here - excellent location and lots of space as this property. The kitchen is well equipped, lovely outdoor dining area, and perfect yard for our dog! Thanks for a great weekend
Claire I.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Jennie F.
23 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Goat Island yrip
Great to find a dog friendly property. We booked 2 nights but only stayed one as the sea conditions were hopeless for snorkellling. Good family spot in summer .
Jennie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jacob M.
19 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in Leigh
Easy check in, swift and clear communication! Great spot primo location, minutes walk to local shops/takeaways and the wedding venue that I was in Leigh for.Also minutes walk around two roads to the Leigh Sawmill Cafe/Restaurant bar.Highly recommend this place as.
Jacob M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
12 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding
We needed a place near the venue of the wedding in Leigh, and this was ideal. It's an older house without air conditioning, but with the large airy rooms and the fans provided, we were comfortable. The property manager was very responsive, and the checking in and out was simple. Very happy.
Michael B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dave F.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Short Wedding stay
Location was perfect for a short weekend stay, for a friends wedding. Property was really great, and the owner was very easy to communicate with. We would highly recommend this property if you're looking to stay in Leigh.
Dave F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hamish V.
23 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Leigh is a great place to explore
Did walks, glass bottom boat and Leigh eats. Really enjoyed everything
Hamish V.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sheryn H.
16 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Leigh SMERGS weekend.
A home away from home. Had everything that was required to make our stay welcoming.
Good locality even though we spent a lot of time in the Matakana area.
Great to look around Leigh as we all had never been there before.
Sheryn H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Dave N.
4 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Very chilled enjoyable stay. Thank you.
Dave N.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Oliver C.
20 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Homely bach
Nice soace, food location, everything you need.
Oliver C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10 Good
Carla R.
18 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for mixed aged families
Great for groups that need seperated spaces.
We booked accommodation for a Leigh sawmill event. Only a short walk through 3 shortcut walkways.
Only very small minus was the furniture was musty and the outdoor lounger was covered in animal hair.
Fully recommend staying here.
Carla R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heidi C.
12 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekender
Great spot easy walk around Leigh. Fit for purpose. Just needed airing. Restaurants and bars have shorter hours so watch that. People super friendly.
We'll be back
Heidi C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Virginia T., Auckland
24 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and comfortable bach, really enjoyed it!
This bach was great! Better than the photos. all 4 adults had their own space and the place felt light and sunny. The fire was awesome. Close to the Leigh fish and chip shop and we swam daily down at Mathesons. Very close to the Leigh fire station so we had a few loud sirens but this did not bother us as all.
Virginia T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daryll W.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Tournament
3rd time we have stayed here, great location, great facilities, very quite hideaway
Daryll W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Su T.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Leigh Bach
Very clean and tidy. Beds comfortable and plenty of blankets. Plenty of room and private. Toilet seat was loose when we got there. In the booklet, the recycle day was actually the rubbish day. Beautiful location and relaxing. Loved walking around Leigh and surrounding areas. Locals friendly. Thanks very much. Would recommend to others.
Su T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
jane r.
15 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Leigh weekend
Great handy location for the village and the gig at the Sawmill . Very comfortable with everything we needed . Loved the fenced backyard and covered patio area
jane r.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nathan M.
23 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
School holiday getaway
Great place , great spot A nice and roomy place perfect for our little break
Nathan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Loren j.
7 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding weekend
Enjoyable close by from where we had to pickup our minivans
Loren j.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10 Good
Louise C.
21 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
Great Bach and location for what we needed
Louise C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie M.
11 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great for kids
Spacious place, lots of toys on offer for young kids which we were greatful for. Kitchen has everything you need. Owner great at communicating. Thank you
Stephanie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melissa I.
27 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had a great stay at the house, the communication was quick and the host went out of their way to accommodate our needs.
Melissa I.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Theresa D.
19 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed Beach House
Leigh is a relaxed beach town, small and friendly. This house is just the right kind of place to stay in while visiting the town. It is more funky than fancy, with a bedroom and bath tacked on the back. It is very comfortable, with a well-stocked kitchen, plenty of blankets, lots of books and DVDs. You can walk from the house to the Leigh Bar or the General Store (note: the General Store cannot accept foreign credit cards; bring cash). It's a short drive to Goat Island or Mathesons Bay Beach if you are beaching it, and not far to Matakana (you should eat at Matakana Kitchen) or SheepWorld for a demonstration of sheep herding and sheering. We had a great time and would highly recommend this rental home.
Theresa D.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
chris w.
7 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
So much to see and do in this area yet so close to Auckland