Bach

A 1950s bach provides the idyllic escape for a couple of city dwellers and all who are lucky enough to come visit

A full-time home with a holiday feel, this renovated bach is as bright and merry as a sunny day at the beach

A small family who missed Mount Maunganui beach life had big plans for a rundown little bach.

A sustainable, stylish Lake Taupō house is the perfect escape for two families living side by side

From serene bush retreats to idyllic beachfront properties, these are the best New Zealand Airbnb homes to enhance your next getaway. Whiritoa beach, Coromandel. Photo: Mark Meredith. When you’re yearning for a refreshing escape, the right accommodation can make all the difference. An abode with a beautiful view or an architecturally designed place to rest […]

A cosy coastal retreat evokes nostalgic memories of holidays past while paying homage to its rugged landscape setting Meet & greet Fiona Leahy, her husband Tony Swingler and their three teenagers. The property An artfully crafted bach designed in response to its windswept coastal location. When Fiona Leahy bought a vacant block of dune-top land […]

A former bach had the right flow for modern family life, while the coastal location and backyard sealed the deal Meet & greet Ilze (head consultant and director at The Tile Room) and Ethan Leggett (director of Cutting Edge Tiling NZ), Travis, six, Mia, four, and Zeus the huntaway-staffy cross. The property Four-bedroom, three-bathroom ’80s-style […]

When a Tauranga family hankered for a place to unwind on days off, they went beachcombing at Waihi Meet & greet Kimberley Kearney (mum), Alexa, seven, Sienna, four, and Isla, two. the property A near-new, three-level holiday home nestled on a hill. Having children can upend anyone’s world, but for the Kearneys of Tauranga, that […]

After living life in fast forward, a young family has created a holiday-at-home haven where they can stop and exhale Meet & Greet Pearl Delaney-Girdlestone (One & Only and Hendrix creative director) and Cruze McFarlane (One & Only and Hendrix business director), Atlas (19 months), and Rocket the Boston terrier. The Property Renovated four-bedroom, two […]

The home invites the raw landscape right up to the house with extensive use of sliding and bi-fold doors as well as a wall of raked windows.

A backdrop of off-white and pale wood allowed this couple to go bold with brilliant blues of every shade in their bach-turned-home.

From the humble Kiwi bach to an award-winning retreat, here’s our pick of holiday homes for sale around New Zealand New Zealand has had a sizzling summer so far and now that most of us are back at work after the break it’s tempting to dream of securing a holiday home so that you can […]

Swimming in sun and colour, this seaside sanctuary was built around an existing bach and now provides an art-filled environment for everyday living Deanna Eisenhofer and Marcel van den Assum don’t need to go away on holiday. As soon as they get home to their renovated house at Raumati Beach on the Kapiti Coast, they […]

These three baches defy conventional design. One thing, in particular, they have in common is no bedrooms. Scroll down to see more 1. Pic’s Not-a-house When Pic Picot engaged architect Julian Mitchell to design something for his holiday section at Mārahau, he told him straight: he didn’t want a house. No house at all. Not an […]

From Northland to the Coromandel, these architecturally designed baches are where every beach lover would want to visit. Take a look below Who doesn’t love a view of the water? Whether they’re on a hill overlooking the sea, or right on the beachfront, these architecturally designed baches make the sea a focal point. It’s impossible […]

Cane furniture, potted palms, beachy bits and a stack of National Geographics capture the easygoing essence of the 1970s bach.

Simplicity rules at this blissful Great Barrier bach with bleached wood, worn finishes, beach-combed finds and every shade of blue Meet + greet Sarah Judkins, 47 (renovator), Jason Judkins, 49 (CEO of Hop Revolution), Zach, 16, and Madi, 13, plus Sammy the Labradoodle. Sarah’s tips for building on an island Use local tradespeople who understand […]

Building their idyllic home away from home was just the beginning of this family’s Great Barrier architecture adventure The Judkins family aren’t the type to sit around and do nothing on their summer holiday. Instead, after building, decorating and landscaping their dream bach on Aotea/Great Barrier Island, they set about renovating three dilapidated neighbouring cottages […]

A dated A-frame right on Papamoa Beach was the perfect project for this creative couple, who have transformed it into a nostalgic holiday retreat Meet + Greet Rachel Dobbs, 33, Jared Dobbs, 33 (both photographers at Swift & Click), Charlise, 14, and Joy, 2. It’s been a while since A-frame homes were all the rage. […]

Incredible design, resort style living and some of the most breathtaking scenery, this collection of homes are the most luxurious respite from busy life We’ve come a long way from the humble Kiwi bach with the new generation of holiday homes taking inspiration from resort luxury to design exceptional spaces made for entertaining and offering […]

Knocking down the bach and building a permanent home in its place has resulted in the perfect mix of style and comfort for this Raumati couple Meet + Greet Bryan Gundersen, 70 (semi-retired barrister), Jan Gundersen, 67 (part-time legal secretary) Living at the bach permanently is a dream for many city-dwellers, but when it comes […]

Perfect for a home or a weekend getaway, this Porirua property for sale is a modern twist on a classic Kiwi bach, in top condition Details Address: 6 Ocean Parade, Pukerua Bay, Porirua Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 1 Parking: 1 Garage Contact details Contact: Chris Kennedy, 021 177 3677 For sale: BEO from $1,045,000 Tender: Sale […]

This creative couple designed and built their dream bach; a personality-packed Mangawhai weekend retreat just out of Auckland Meet + Greet Mark Newbold, 43 (chartered accountant), Kylee Newbold, 37 (head of arts at an Auckland secondary school and jewellery maker), plus dogs Frida and Stanley. Honesty box Any DIY disasters? We underestimated the need to […]

Newbold by name, Newbold by nature – this creative couple designed and built a personality-packed Mangawhai bach weekend retreat just out of Auckland Making your dreams come true starts with a good dose of common sense and a sprinkling of creativity, both of which Kylee and Mark Newbold have in spades. This creative couple dreamed […]

After spontaneously purchasing a dreamy section on Awhitu Peninsula, this family planned and built a modular bach designed for many summers to come Meet + Greet Andrew, 36, and Emma Macdonald, 36 (owners of an import and distribution business), Flynn, 5, and Sienna, 4, plus Ollie the dog. “Our bach on Awhitu is still in the […]

We’ve rounded up the best holiday homes featured on Homes to Love just in time for some summer holiday inspiration 1. Pod-scheme bach in Pauanui  With three grown daughters (one married with a child and the others recently engaged), Warren and Christine Drinkwater knew they wanted their Pauanui bach to be one of the very […]

Whether they look out onto the sea, the bush or the mountains, these are the places that got us longing for a holiday. Scroll down to see some of our favourite baches featured on Homes to Love 1. Hamner Springs family getaway Christchurch architect Cymon Allfrey, principal of Christchurch-based Cymon Allfrey Architects designed this Hanmer Springs […]

After spontaneously purchasing a dreamy section on Awhitu Peninsula, this family planned and built a modular bach designed for many summers to come Stretching northwards into the Manukau Harbour is the hilly, green Awhitu Peninsula, a rugged, rural place that, as the crow flies, lies only a short distance from central Auckland but feels a lot […]

Designed for a couple of empty nesters, this unique bach in Pauanui makes big family gatherings easy Meet and greet Warren Drinkwater, general manager of HomeTech, and Christine Drinkwater. How this couple have created the perfect bach in Pauanui What compromises did you make in building your bach?  Warren: “There was only one, which my […]

This one-of-a-kind Pauanui bach, that suits its two owners just fine, was cleverly designed to accommodate the whole family Meet and greet Warren Drinkwater, general manager of HomeTech, and Christine Drinkwater. This unique holiday home in Pauanui makes family getaways easy The best baches have plenty of space for family and friends to bunk down […]

When it comes to designing a space to unwind in, carefree flooring options are your ticket to a relaxing holiday, says Carpet Court ambassador Jane Carolan 3 low-maintenance flooring options perfect for the bach The promise of long, warm and breezy summer days naturally leads us to want to throw open the doors, kick off […]

The Pilkingtons used vintage finds, bright colours and retro patterns to restore and enhance the character of their bach in Waikuku Meet and greet Gael Pilkington full-time mother, Wade Pilkington airline pilot, Georgia, 5, and Alexis, 4. Eclectic treasures with a Kiwiana feel fill this bach in Waikuku From the moment Gael Pilkington and her husband, Wade, […]

The moment the Pilkington family opened the front door of this coastal cottage, they knew no major makeover was required to improve on its perfect beach bach vibe Meet and greet Gael Pilkington full-time mother, Wade Pilkington airline pilot, Georgia, 5, and Alexis, 4. A coastal bach in Waikuku has retained its vintage vibe A small […]

This spectacular spot on Kawau Island is proof that good things take time. Take a tour through the bach that’s been 60 years in the making A 1960s boat shed is upgraded to the perfect family bach Summer at the family bach on Kawau Island is a relaxed, low-key affair for Hilary West and the wider […]

A family’s quest to build a bach at their beloved holiday spot on Kawau Island was a logistical headache – but the result is spectacular Meet and greet Hilary West, architect, Eldon Reeve, recycling business owner-director, and their children, Harvey, 7, Jaxon, 4, and Naomi, 6 months; Hilary’s parents, Stan West, property cost planner) and […]

This tiny bach overlooking the Marlborough Sounds came complete with everything from cups to kayaks. Meet the family that chanced upon this retro treasure Meet and greet Casey Hilton-Pryor, Tommy Glubb, and Poppy, 18 months, plus Nelly the Labradoodle. Casey and Tommy co-own and co-manage a busy seven-days-a-week retail operation. This 50-square-metre bach in the […]

The transformation of a rundown Waikanae bach into a relaxed, chic abode has been a thing of joy for this Wellingtonian family The transformation of this leaky Waikanae bach was a labour of love The first summer Rach Annett spent in her Waikanae bach was a tad overwhelming. The ceilings leaked, the walls filled with water […]

Even though it’s only 50-square-metres, this cute bach in the Marlborough Sounds has loads of retro charm and brings holidays close to home A quaint, retro bach near Picton makes holidays easy for this young family  Casey Hilton-Pryor and Tommy Glubb are lucky enough to own a bach on a prime slice of Marlborough Sounds […]

This Northland beach holiday home is given a new lease of life, with its owners making use of junk-shop finds, salvaged timber and upcycled objects Meet and greet Vanessa Owen, designer and boutique bach developer, Richard Owen, renovator and boutique bach developer, Reef, 9, Milli, 17 (horse riding instructor), Poppy, 21 (superyacht crew), and Dione, […]

This classic Kiwi bach in Northland has been given a new lease on life, discover the renovation story and find out how you can shop the look This classic Kiwi bach has been given a new lease on life – The property is leased and in a gated beach suburb. Did this mean there were […]

What began as an impulse purchase turned into a labour of love for this father-daughter duo. Discover the creative container bach that’s ready for Christmas Meet + greet Sharon Clarke, pictured on left (marketing assistant), and her dad, Alan, plus mum Miki, and sisters Vivian (pictured) and Evelyn. Background Sharon Clarke bought her little slice […]

In this installment of our real estate-watch series, we shine the spotlight on a lakeside property with a mountain lodge feel The stats Designed by: Renowned architect Graham Price Location: Lake Tarawera, Rotorua Size: 11,774m² in four titles Interior details:  Fully air conditioned, extensive use of opening glass walls between the lounge and pool making the home an […]

 Interior designer Jackie Jones has worked wonders with paint at her two bedroom bach in Matarangi  In a nutshell Who lives here? Jackie Jones (interior designer), husband Jeremy Patston (lawyer), Emily, 15, Matt, 13, Caitlin, 12, Sophie, 11, and Lucy, 7. Jackie, when did you get interested in interior design? I’ve loved it since I was a […]

A big family with a love of the simple life have painted their little bach in the shades of the sea Just how a family of seven can fit into a two-bedroomed bach is a wonder, but somehow interior designer Jackie Jones has made it work. She and husband Jeremy had been searching for somewhere […]

An old bach and a new home live in harmony, all set up for family gatherings and a laid-back lifestyle Nestled in a rural outpost on the Tauranga Harbour, Rae and John Buchanan’s Ongare Point home is flanked by a pohutukawa-lined reserve and a row of modest baches, with grandstand views of Matakana Island. In […]

This small house purchased in 2002 has been quadrupled in size and transformed into a dream home full of relaxed beach house decor. When Bernadette Cross and husband Connor purchased this property in 2002, it was a tiny brick cottage with remnants of a 1970s renovation. As their family has grown, the home has too […]

The kitset or modular bach is not a new concept in New Zealand but in recent years we’ve garnered international acclaim for our innovative work in this area Bachkit In 2000 Architect André Hodgskin came up with his pioneering Bachkit contemporary prefab pavilions. His latest take on the idea is iPAD, a minimalist kitset holiday […]