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Miner's Cottage by Cable Bay

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Exterior
Property grounds
All set for another 100 years.
Views of nearby Cable Bay.
Afternoon light through the French doors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

Map
Cable Bay, Northland
  • Cable Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Coopers Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Taipa Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kaitaia (KAT)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Miner's Cottage by Cable Bay

Originally a miner's cottage positioned across from the beach at Kaiaua in the Firth of Thames, this building has now found a new home in the winterless Far North. Our site is north facing, elevated with a fine view of Doubtless Bay and Cable Bay. Its an easy walk from the cottage to the shady Pohutukawas that line the pink sand at Cable Bay.

Award winning Northland builders Coastal Homes undertook careful renovations in keeping with the character of the cottage, now a much grander little house than she was ever born to be. The kauri bathroom vanity top was originally the kitchen bench, and the rimu trim in the kitchen is from the original kitchen cabinets. There is now a lovely granite benchtop in the kitchen and a combination gas/induction cook-top. A gourmet delight, there are many spices and garnishes on the shelves which you're welcome to use; we just ask that should you use the last of anything, to please be kind enough to replace ready for the next occupants and owner.

Fully renovated in 2012, the Miner's Cottage of Cable Bay is available to single guests or couples only. Sorry, no kids or pets. There's a new modern bathroom with good water pressure. Although no TV screen (bring a laptop) there is free speedy wi-fi, a Bluetooth speaker and plenty to read on the bookshelves. Crisp clean bed and bath linen is supplied and the tariff covers a light clean upon your departure.

The arhhh moment...sitting on the deck sipping your favourite beverage, watching the sun set or simply enjoying the many changing shades of Doubtless Bay; all accompanied by the sound of waves breaking on Cable Bay Beach.

The Miner's Cottage is managed by Bach Man.
Special conditions:
Smoking outside only.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

Property manager

David McLeavey - Bach Man
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Ocean view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets by negotiation. Mention when enquiring
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Cable Bay

Located in Cable Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. Dancing Petrel Vineyard and Whangaroa Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rangikapiti Pa Historic Reserve and Cable Bay Beach. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Cable Bay, Northland

What's nearby

  • Cable Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Coopers Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Coopers Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Taipa Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Rangikapiti Pa Historic Reserve - 5 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Kaitaia (KAT) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangonui Fish Shop & Takeaways - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beachbox Coffee & Gelato - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Thai - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Waterfront Cafe & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Apatu Aqua - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Miner's Cottage by Cable Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Miner's Cottage by Cable Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Miner's Cottage by Cable Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Miner's Cottage by Cable Bay located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cable Bay Beach, Coopers Beach and Coopers Beach. Taumarumaru Recreation Reserve and Taipa Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best cabin in Northland
We stayed four nights and were delighted with everything - comfort, beauty, convenience, offerings - great beach too!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, wee cottage wth yester year charm
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage Life
A very special experience. Solace coupled with a glorious beach close by. Peaceful place, didn’t want for anything. Pity l couldn't stay a day or 2 longer to really take it all in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Val R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage getaway
Very clean cute cottage hosts communication excellent recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grainne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Fabulous place to stay. Close to beach. Rained most of our stay so missed having no tv or Wi-Fi.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quaint, clean, everything provided that was necessary. Miss a microwave, had to wait for oven to heat!!!! Didn't really miss the TV
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful little cottage.
What a great little place to stay! Very cute cottage, lovely view of the beach and everything we needed! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Salome B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy and unique
A cosy quirky 'tiny home', great for a couple looking for some rest and relaxation. Great spot to explore Northland.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim F., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect wee bach!
The Miner's Cottage was spotlessly clean, comfortable and well appointed. The deck is an absolute bonus - we had all meals here, in sight of the sea. Property Manager David's communication was efficient and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous cottage
We loved staying in the cottage. It had everything we needed. We really appreciated the lovey little objects that set the cottage off including the maritime books.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely fully appointed clean & tidy wee place located close to the beach & handy to the shop
Loved it Was able to self-reflect & be in a good state of mind

10/10 Excellent

Brendon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Lovely place to stay and you can see it is also much loved by the owners. Thoughtful and inviting space to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

alfred t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place,
Considerable road noise while sitting on the deck. Close to beach. Cleaning need a bit more attention in the cutlery drawer (crumse under utensils). Overall we were happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

kath c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
relaxing and close to the beach
Tidy, small and contained, this property was very a relaxing place to be with a lovely seaview. It is a short walk to the beach. All neighbours were friendly too! Thank you to the property manager for taking care of us too!

10/10 Excellent

Oran M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint beautifully restored cottage
Had a great stay here, good location with views of the ocean. Beautifully restored cottage with everything you need. Kitchen very well equipped. Would recommend staying here.

8/10 Good

Gayle and Colin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage by the sea
Ideal property to use as a base to travel further north. Neighbouring property very close which was a surprise. Homely, clean and tidy we enjoyed our stay. Thank you for sharing it with us.

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage
Lovely to put the car away and walk. Clean little cottage. Very easy place to relax. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot
Beautiful Bach. Just right for us to relax and use as a base to explore the far north.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Yolande H., New Zealand

Cool little cottage
Great little place with well equipped kitchen. Davids lovely to deal with..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Bernadette M.

Great cottage for a couple. Well located and easy access to all beaches in Doubtless Bay.
Good holiday spot.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018
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6/10 Okay

Denise M.

Very cool place to stay.
Very cool place to stay. The inly feedback would be better pillows as I found the ones onsite very uncomfortable.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rose H.

Spectacular views, handy to the beach, fantastic kitchen set up, comfortable bed.
Spectacular views, handy to the beach, fantastic kitchen set up, comfortable bed. We loved it.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Allyson R.

Well equipped and cosy Bach in a wonderful location
Well equipped and cosy Bach in a wonderful location
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lovely little character property in great location.
Lovely little character property in great location. Pity I was working as I would have loved to have been able to relax there a bit more

About the host

Hosted by David McLeavey - Bach Man

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What makes this property unique

Stone's throw from the beach and views of the bay.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests