Vacation rentals in Pōhara

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Pōhara

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Guest favorite
Guesthouse in Rangihaeata
Golden Bay View Cottage
Peaceful, if you want a quiet nights sleep in a self contained cottage, this is it! Panoramic sea views in a rural garden setting & native bush surrounds. Don't forget to go outside and look up at the stunning night sky, you'll see the milky way. 5 minutes drive from Takaka & central to everywhere in Golden Bay. Very comfortable and modern bathroom with underfloor heating. Private deck from bedroom with sea view. Full kitchen facilities. Smart TV with movies. Wonderful birdlife.
Feb 23 – Mar 2
G$21,991 GYD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews
Guest favorite
Earthen home in Wainui bay
Totos Eco-friendly Bush Cottage
Remotely nestled on the hill between beautiful Wainui bay and Totaranui beaches, right next to the famous ABEL TASMAN NATIONAL PARK, this little bush cottage offers OUTSTANDING VIEWS and PRIVACY amongst the WILDERNESS of the NZ native bush. COSY and ROMANTIC, it is the perfect ESCAPE to UNWIND. Totos Bush Cottage is an OFF-GRID EARTH building, self powered by solar panels and a micro-hydro. Built and crafted by ourselves from sustainable, natural materials, a place where COMFORT meets PARADISE
Apr 10 – 17
G$13,233 GYD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 320 reviews
Guest favorite
Yurt in Pohara
Omarama Oasis - Permaculture Glamping
Glamping (Luxury Camping) in a bountiful Permaculture garden with over 50 fruit & nut trees. Enjoy a private & peaceful custom timber-framed Tent with comfortable Queen bed amongst the gardens, flowers, trees, native birds, & chickens. You will relax in your own self-contained zone in lush surroundings right next to our stream. Only one tent on the property. Let Nature Embrace you! We are 600 meters from the beach with Kahurangi and Abel Tasman National Parks at your exploration doorstep.
May 24 – 31
G$15,997 GYD per night
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 264 reviews

Popular amenities for Pōhara vacation rentals

Stay near Pōhara's top sights

The Grove Scenic Reserve17 locals recommend
Totally Roasted Cafe & Pizza5 locals recommend
Ratanui Lodge7 locals recommend
The Penguin Cafe & Bar6 locals recommend
Pohara General Store7 locals recommend
Sans Souci Inn4 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Pōhara

Guest favorite
Cottage in Riwaka
Vineyard Retreat
Nov 25 – Dec 2
G$18,082 GYD per night
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Tata Beach
The White House- Ligarbay
Jan 26 – Feb 2
G$89,041 GYD per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 162 reviews
Guest favorite
Guesthouse in Takaka
Totoro's Cabin
May 10 – 17
G$6,751 GYD per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews
Guest favorite
Guest suite in Kaiteriteri
Sandspit B&B, Split Apple, Marahau, Abel Tasman
Nov 24 – Dec 1
G$27,489 GYD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Pakawau
Coastal country cottage w/dark skies (entire home)
Sep 21 – 28
G$14,119 GYD per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 353 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Tata Beach
Aroha in Ligar Bay
Feb 22 – Mar 1
G$44,749 GYD per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 128 reviews
Guest favorite
Guest suite in Kaiteriteri
Kaiteriteri Abel Tasman Getaway
Feb 27 – Mar 6
G$29,224 GYD per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 141 reviews
Guest favorite
Guesthouse in Puramahoi
Puramahoi Bungalow
Oct 25 – Nov 1
G$8,988 GYD per night
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 160 reviews
Guest favorite
Chalet in Takaka Hill
Pipit cottage. Farm cottage with breathtaking view
May 12 – 19
G$23,014 GYD per night
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 185 reviews
Guest favorite
Guesthouse in Tasman
Enchanting and Stylish Studio
Jun 10 – 17
G$16,776 GYD per night
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews
Guest favorite
Guesthouse in Pōhara
Time Out in Pohara
Sep 23 – 30
G$18,411 GYD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Pōhara
Bay Vista Bliss
Jun 17 – 24
G$23,014 GYD per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Other great vacation rentals in Pōhara

Guest favorite
Home in Tata Beach
Beautiful sunny home only 3 mins walk to the beach
May 6 – 13
G$26,849 GYD per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Pōhara
Pohara Surf & Turf - a stone's throw from the sea.
Dec 6 – 13
G$28,128 GYD per night
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Pohara
Beach Beauty veranda view
Apr 5 – 12
G$30,685 GYD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews
Guest favorite
Tiny home in Tata Beach
Escape Pod - kick back and soak in the view.
Jan 31 – Feb 7
G$16,110 GYD per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Pohara
Seaview Sanctuary - stunning sea and bush location
Apr 30 – May 7
G$35,160 GYD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews
Guest favorite
Guest suite in Tasman
Gondwana Green, Studio with ocean view
Mar 28 – Apr 4
G$19,872 GYD per night
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
Guest favorite
Boat in Tata Beach
Tata Sails - 200m walk to beach
Jul 18 – 25
G$18,539 GYD per night
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Takaka
Beach Break, comfort and space by the sea
Jul 3 – 10
G$67,123 GYD per night
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews
Superhost
Guesthouse in Clifton
Grove View Haven - stunning natural beauty
Oct 2 – 9
G$23,014 GYD per night
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews
Guest favorite
Farm stay in Onekaka
River Song Retreat - GypsyMoth - House Truck
Apr 8 – 15
G$11,834 GYD per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 53 reviews
Guest favorite
Home in Parapara
Ocean Tides Beach House
Sep 11 – 18
G$38,356 GYD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 83 reviews
Guest favorite
Cottage in Rangihaeata
Pukeko Cottage
Apr 21 – 28
G$17,260 GYD per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 94 reviews

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Pōhara

Total rentals

80 properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

20 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

50 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

3.2K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

G$8,399 GYD before taxes and fees

Your guide to Pōhara

All About Pōhara

Nestled between Mohua (Golden Bay), rolling green hills, and snow-capped mountains, the small village of Pōhara is a popular beachfront retreat at the northern reaches of New Zealand’s South Island. Pōhara’s golden stretch of coastline stretches to the size of an airport runway at low tide, and its waters are a haven for swimmers, kayakers, and boating aficionados — you can even cruise along the shoreline on a windsurfing board.

The fishing that takes place farther offshore draws visitors from around the country, and you can arrange for either a local or a deep-sea boat trip in search of tarakihi, blue cod, and albacore tuna. The village lies close to the northern gateway of Abel Tasman National Park, home to little blue penguins and bellbirds. Pōhara is also only a few miles north of the nearby town of Takaka, where you’ll find a movie theater, a museum devoted to the region’s history, and an aerodrome for domestic air travel.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Pōhara

Temperatures on the north coast of the South Island never veer toward the extremes — in fact, they rarely stray outside a 20-degree Fahrenheit range. Pōhara accommodation is popular year-round, but you’ll find that the village is at its busiest in the summer and winter seasons. The summer months of November through February bring warmer temperatures accompanied by balmy coastal breezes. While chillier, the winter months (May through August) offer a unique backdrop in the form of snow-capped mountains juxtaposed against the coast and green hills.

Events to keep an eye out for during a trip to the Pōhara region include the annual Golden Bay Harvest Festival in Takaka in March, featuring fresh produce, local musicians, and pizzas made on-site with locally grown ingredients. A visit in December will coincide with the Golden Bay Santa Parade — a joint local effort dedicated to bringing festive cheer to the Golden Bay area, headlined by a parade of floats and Santa himself.


Top things to do in Pōhara

Te Waikoropupū Springs

Just a 15-minute drive from the village, Te Waikoropupū Springs is one of the largest freshwater springs in New Zealand. The South Island Māori community considers it to be a sacred spiritual and cultural site, and so visitors aren’t permitted to make contact with the springs themselves. However, as you stroll along the walkways and viewing platforms, you’ll encounter breathtaking views of the clear water.

Totaranui Beach

Totaranui Beach, located inside the Abel Tasman National Park, is a 45-minute drive due east of Pōhara. The long, curving golden beach itself is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon. But it’s also a great place to park the car and explore the park. You can catch a water taxi down the coast as far as Bark Bay, passing the Tonga Island Seal Colony on your way. Or hike the 35-mile-long Abel Tasman Coastal Track from here, either heading several miles north to the secluded Anapai Bay or slightly farther south to Waiharakeke Bay and the Aoware Bay Inlet, which you can cross over at low tide.

Farewell Spit

Jutting out 34 kilometers from the northwestern tip of the South Island, Farewell Spit is one of the world’s longest natural sand spits, home to undulating, grass-topped sand dunes in varied shapes and sizes. Birdwatchers head here to spot curlews, who make the journey from the Northern Hemisphere for summer. Four-wheel-drive tours are a popular way to explore — personal vehicles are not permitted.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What are the most popular amenities for House Rentals in Pōhara?

    Enhance your stay in our House Rentals with the most popular amenities: over 20 homes with a bbq area, over 20 homes with air conditioning, over 30 homes with wifi, and more. Indulge in the ultimate retreat, tailored to your preferences.

  • Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Pōhara?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 10 vacation rentals in Pōhara featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there pet-friendly house rentals in Pōhara?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Pōhara. Choose from more than 10 house rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • Do house rentals in Pōhara have a bbq area?

    Absolutely! We offer over 20 house rentals with a bbq area in Pōhara. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • How much does it cost to stay in house rentals in Pōhara?

    Experience the best of Pōhara with our house rentals, starting at about $60 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Do house rentals in Pōhara have wifi?

    Absolutely! We offer over 30 house rentals with wifi in Pōhara. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do house rentals in Pōhara have air conditioning?

    Absolutely! We offer over 20 house rentals with air conditioning in Pōhara. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Are there family-friendly house rentals in Pōhara?

    Pōhara has more than 40 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

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