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Quick stats about vacation rentals in Oakura
Total rentals
40 properties
Nightly prices starting at
€ 34 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
2.4K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
30 properties are a good fit for families
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace
Wifi availability
40 properties include access to wifi
Your guide to Oakura
All About Ōakura
The seaside village of Ōakura sits on the western side of the North Island between the North Taranaki Bight and the magnificent peak of Mount Taranaki. Locals call this part of the coast the Surf Highway, and the giant surfboard on the main street is another clue about why a lot of visitors come here, but Ōakura is also a creative community, home to many artists and craftspeople.
Luxury glass-fronted beach houses sit alongside surf shops and food trucks in this laid-back village with dramatic black-sand beaches, where you can sip a latte at a family-owned cafe before taking a bracing walk. Fishing is popular in the area, both surfcasting and fly fishing for brown and rainbow trout in the Ōakura River. There’s even a rusted early-20th-century shipwreck — the remains of the SS Gairloch — to explore a couple of miles west.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Oakura
Ōakura has a warm, temperate climate with quite a lot of rain throughout the year. The warmest, driest month is February, when New Zealand basks in summer weather. The coldest and wettest time of year is midwinter, in June and July. The Ōakura Arts Trail has grown into a big event since it started in 2003: during the last weekend of October and the first weekend of November, you can tour the studios of local potters, jewelers, sculptors, and painters. You can also follow a self-guided trail of the studios, which are open all year round.
Top things to do in Oakura
Lucy’s Gully
Buy supplies for a picnic in Ōakura and make the 20-minute drive to Lucy’s Gully, a serene nature reserve among towering redwoods in the Kaitake Ranges. A highly respected Māori woman named Ruhira Matekai (also known as Lucy Stevens) was born here in 1820 and lived and gardened here throughout her life. Lucy’s Gully is also the starting point for the Sefton Track walking trail, which takes around three hours and links to the longer Waimoku Track.
Egmont National Park
Ōakura is a great base for exploring Egmont National Park, which spans more than 200 square miles of stunning mountain scenery, subalpine forest, and waterfalls and offers a wide range of walking paths. Take the boardwalk Mangorei Track to the reflective lake for fabulous views of Mount Taranaki, or walk to Henry Peak Lookout through a landscape of alpine tussock. Another easy path is the 30-minute Kamahi Loop, which includes a forest of gnarled kāmahi trees draped with moss and ferns.
Te Koru Pā
Te Koru Pā is one of the few Māori fortified village sites in New Zealand where you can still clearly see the remains of stone defensive walls and food storage pits. This centuries-old site is a great place to learn about Māori history. You can walk to the site in around 15 minutes on a path that crosses fields leading to the river, and you will soon be surrounded by native forest and birdsong.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there family-friendly house rentals in Ōakura?
Ōakura has more than 30 family-friendly house rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.
How much does it cost to stay in house rentals in Ōakura?
Experience the best of Ōakura with our house rentals, starting at about $40 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 Ōakura have air conditioning?
Absolutely! We offer over 10 house rentals with air conditioning in Ōakura. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
Do house rentals in Ōakura have wifi?
Absolutely! We offer over 30 house rentals with wifi in Ōakura. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
Are there house rentals with a dedicated workspace in Ōakura?
Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 10 house rentals in Ōakura featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.
Do house rentals in Ōakura have a bbq area?
Absolutely! We offer over 10 house rentals with a bbq area in Ōakura. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
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