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An historic holiday house right on the beach

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Waione Cottage, Mangakuri
Mangakuri Beach in front of house
View from porch
Living room
Kitchen
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Washer
    WasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Mangakuri Beach, Havelock North
  • Popular LocationMangakuri Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationKirakau Beach13 min drive
  • Popular LocationOcean Beach76 min drive

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Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Front Bedroom

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

An historic holiday house right on the beach


Welcome to a very special historic holiday home right on beautiful Mangakuri Beach.

Mangakuri is a holiday paradise for swimming, boogie boarding, fishing, surfcasting, boating, sunbathing, long beach walks and playing in the rock pools.

"Waione" has been in the same family for over a century. It was converted into a holiday house from the original farm woolshed in the 1930s.

There's a generous living room filled with historic photographs which has a big open fire; a roomy sun porch with great views out to sea and a large hall with a table tennis table. There's one bathroom with a bath and overhead shower and another hot shower outside.

The property is ideal for family holidays - it can accommodate up to 8 people.

The beach house has spacious decks both front and back.

There are plenty of board games, cards and books.

This is a much loved holiday home on a magical beach. Many people who book a holiday at "Waione" keep on coming back.

For weekend stays, the check out time is 4pm.

Note: Mangakuri is a quiet family beach and people who want to use noisy motor bikes and four wheelers to ride up and down the beach or blast around the sea on jet skis are not welcomed by us, other residents or other holidaymakers. Thank you.

Special conditions:
Pets may be allowed, by negotiation.
Smoking allowed outside only.
House check/administration/wood (Required, NZ$ 70 per stay);

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave. Please bring all your own linen towels/sheets/pillow slips/ tea towels
(Duvet covers, duvets, pillows and blankets are supplied)

Property manager

NicolaSa6

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Kairakau

Located in Kairakau, this holiday home is near the beach. Wairunga Golf Course and Waipawa Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mangakuri Beach and Kirakau Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Map
Mangakuri Beach, Havelock North

What's nearby

  • Mangakuri Beach - 1 min walk
  • Kirakau Beach - 13 min drive
  • Splash Planet - 73 min drive
  • Waimarama Beach - 76 min drive
  • Ocean Beach - 76 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is An historic holiday house right on the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at An historic holiday house right on the beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at An historic holiday house right on the beach?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is An historic holiday house right on the beach located?

Located near the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Mangakuri Beach and 4.2 mi (6.7 km) from Kirakau Beach. Waimarama Beach and Mohi Bush Scenic Reserve are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ani T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mangakuri magic
A perfect autumn weekend in a beautiful unspoilt spot. If you want a dose of nostalgia here it is. A real family place with history, unpretentious comfort, and real warmth. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was amazing !
Beautiful weather. Old style original batch just like visiting our grandmothers as children. We all loved it. Thanks so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful historic Cottage by the sea
We had an amazing time in this beautiful, historic cottage at Mangakuri Beach. There is a lot of space, inside and outside, and it is a great house for families with children. The property is fully fenced and as it is just next to the beach, there is plenty to do. We loved every minute of our stay and hope to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bach
Real kiwi bach, absolutely perfect for our girls weekend of relaxing and doing nothing at the beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

marcel v., Haumoana NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Top spot
Nothing beats friends and family around the lounge fire in the evenings with super quiet strolls on the beach during the day
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A walk through time
What a privilege it was to stay in this generational family home, a real slice of Hawkes Bay history. A home full of character and walls that could tell many stories. Such a neat place, kids loved the beach access and listening to the waves at night was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway on the beach
We had such an amazing stay at this beautiful place! It's a well loved family home, and we felt really lucky to be able to stay in this space. The house was cosy with the big open fireplace in the lounge, and the location couldn't have been better - sitting on the deck watching the ocean was just lovely! We had been recommended to stay here from friends who had stayed before, and we would 100% recommend this place for anyone that wants a casual beach weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Even though we arrived in a howling storm, we enjoyed a couple of days relaxing by the fire. And when the sun came out, we enjoyed the beach. What a lovely time we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful old bach
Loved staying right on the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lance R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend break
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcel v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
birthday
will be returning. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape
A much needed weekend at the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alistair J., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Lovely rustic bach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamsin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to get away and relax
Lovely historic house with plenty of room for all us. Nice big kitchen to prepare all the food and drinks, cosy fire, lots of games, we didn't need to bring our kubb! The adults and kids loved exploring the beach and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just magic
Good food, cosy home, a roaring fire and a beautiful empty beach to explore on a wintery weekend. The home is steeped in history and contains everything you could need for an idyllic 'unplugged' weekend. Thank you for sharing - we hope to return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend
Awesome property, exactly what is listed is what you get! Plenty of space for everyone and great relaxing get away spot for all ages.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach getaway
Thanks for sharing your piece of paradise with us! We really enjoyed our stay. Proximity to the beach was incredible. We played heaps of beach cricket with the kids, went for big walks on the (empty) beach and then played non stop table tennis when it clouded over. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reset at the beach
Yet another amazing stay. Great place to reset and relax. Can’t wait to book for a longer stay next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We had a great stay again and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Beachfront Stay
This is a lovely historic cottage oasis set on the beachfront with fantastic ocean views from every bedroom, with plenty of space, activities and places to hang out as a group. We loved the outdoor shower after being at the beach, the local history, the character and the bedrooms and communal spaces were very family friendly. It supplied every need and want we had. Just superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect beach house at the perfect beach.
This is a comfortable, charming, historic beachfront house, brimming with treasured memories and experiences and it’s a place where new happy experiences can be made. Lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved it . Just what we needed. Will definitely go back.
Couldn't hope for better. Have highly recommended it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical weekend at Mangakuri
Loved this beautiful, historical house and being right on the beach. My family enjoyed every moment. Ping pong tournaments, snacks on the sun deck, rock pooling, sand castle building, moonlit beach walks, and marshmallows in the great fire were all highlights, but everything was magic. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot for a break away
We had a great few nights in this lovely old house. Loads of space and loads of character - despite the rain it was most enjoyable! Loved the fireplace!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another wonderful stay
Coming back to this beach bach was like seeing an old friend again. The house is just perfectly situated to the beach and has everything you could want. The cottage was peaceful and charming and there was no shortage of tide pools and beach adventures for our kids to enjoy. I got sick at the tail end of our stay so we had to leave a day early, but Nicola was generous enough to offer a refund. We highly recommend this bach and look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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