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Peaceful location. Fantastic estuary views.

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Deck view
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Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mangawhai, Mangawhai
  • Popular LocationMangawhai Village Market18 min walk
  • Popular LocationMangawhai Museum5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMangawhai Heads Beach14 min drive
  • AirportWhangarei (WRE)73 min drive

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Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Lounge

1 Double Futon

Master

1 Double Bed

Singles

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Peaceful location. Fantastic estuary views.

Enjoy a stay at an iconic Mangawhai location. Formerly operating as a chocolate factory, now converted into a cosy, self contained cottage with stunning views towards the Mangawhai estuary, Little Barrier Island and the Hen and Chicken islands. A short distance to the Mangawhai village and its famed Saturday market.

For the more active, some of the local attractions include bush walking, surfing, mountain biking or a round of golf at an international standard golf course. Enjoy some of the local quality restaurants and cafes and the local tavern which has a varied array of entertainment to suit all tastes.

For the shopaholics, there are a diverse and varied assortment of boutique stores operating in traditional shops and lots of obscure and interesting locations.

Pay a visit to the local museum and soak in the history of Mangawhai.

Spend some time at the Mangawhai Amusement Zone (MAZ), with its variety of kids entertainment, or meander along the many well sign posted and marked bush walks.

Our property is well positioned to enjoy all the local attractions, but for those that just wish to relax, you can soak in our hot tub, enjoy a swim in our large salt water swimming pool, have full use of a barbecue, WiFi, an array of books, board games, Freeview TV and DVDs all free to use. This combined with stunning views and a peaceful location will truly give you a holiday to remember.
Special conditions:
Ideally suit a couple. Double Sofa bed available for another couple, or 2 full singles as an alternative. This a large open plan style cottage. The main bedroom is walled off rather than a separate room, but living area is large with great views. The swimming pool is deep so children must be supervised.

All linen and towels are provided. Tea and coffee also complimentary.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

JanQ4939

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Water view

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No 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

About the area

Mangawhai

Located in Mangawhai, this cottage is near the beach. Mangawhai Village Market and Matakana Weekend Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Goat Island and SheepWorld are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Mangawhai, Mangawhai

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Village Market - 18 min walk
  • Mangawhai Museum - 5 min drive
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 14 min drive
  • Lang's Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Dune - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brewed As Collective - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful location. Fantastic estuary views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful location. Fantastic estuary views.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful location. Fantastic estuary views.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful location. Fantastic estuary views. located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mangawhai Village Market and Mangawhai Public Library. Mangawhai Museum and Mangawhai Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing time!
A perfect spot to relax with great beaches easily accessible. Accommodating and friendly hosts. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A tranquil escape from the rat race.
Was exactly what us busy Mums needed, we loved the view, peaceful location,pool and hot tub, a home away from home. Jan and Greg were lovely hosts too!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb Location
Lovely property with equally lovely owners. Location to Mangawhai and Mangawhai Heads is ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Belinda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mangawhai Magic
Amazing weekend and the loveliest Host's. Jan and Greg made us feel very welcome and we will definitely be back. Thanks so much! Belinda, Matt, Danni & Hamish
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Mangawhai
Property was as advertised Quiet and peaceful but lots to do Hosts were very friendly and nothing was to much trouble. Wonderful week would go back without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cayley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Years get a way
Jan and her partner has us 4 young ladies over the New Years 20/21 period. Absolutely great hosts, spoke briefly with them but they were incredibly welcoming and cheerful people. Just a short walk away to the main village as well as having a beautiful pool to soak in during the hot summer days was absolutely amazing. Would highly recommend staying here and will definitely want to come back for sure! Thank you Jan and Greg for this amazing stay, it is one to remember always!

10/10 Excellent

stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quite
Great location close to village and so peacefully. Owners live on site and were friendly and helpfull and enjoyed a wine and chat with them on first night. Place was clean and tidy and extra touches like pool towels , milk in fridge and perk coffee available was a bonus that was appreciated. Will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

Wow! Gorgeous! The hosts, the setting, the pool - can’t beat this!
It’s not just the gorgeous peaceful bush setting with views out over the estuary, and the fabulously large saltwater swimming pool with diving board and hot tub that make this place the perfect holiday accommodation to relax and unwind, but also the amazing hosts, Jan and Greg! Jan and Greg are so welcoming and friendly and I really enjoyed the opportunity to catch up with them for a wine and chat in the evenings after a swim while the kids were cooking the BBQ. This was the perfect place for me and my three teenagers to explore the area in the mornings and then just chill back at the pool in the afternoons. Can’t rave enough about it and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Shona D.

We had such a lovely, peaceful time - everything we needed in...
We had such a lovely, peaceful time - everything we needed in the bach plus an incredible view, surrounded by bush and birds, use of the hot tub and so close to local amenities. We felt really at home but away from it all. Easy to find as well.
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8/10 Good

Lucy m.

Fabulous location, lovely pool and hot tub.
Fabulous location, lovely pool and hot tub.
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8/10 Good

chantelle s.

Great location, walking distance to Mangawhai township, Awesome pool and hot tub.
Great location, walking distance to Mangawhai township, Awesome pool and hot tub. Was the perfect place for us to spend our weekend away, has everything you need :) Thank you Jan!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Absolutely amazing place to stay.
Absolutely amazing place to stay. Wonderful view, great accommodation and easy access to all areas. It's comfortable, well set up and it has that 'homey' feeling to it that will definitely convince me to stay again. Thanks so much for allowing my partner and I to stay here!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thanks for letting us stay!
Thanks for letting us stay! Property is nice and peaceful, hot tub was very relaxing under the stars.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A lovely secluded location surrounded by bush, about 25 minutes walk from Mangawhai shops.
A lovely secluded location surrounded by bush, about 25 minutes walk from Mangawhai shops. It was a pleasure sitting on the deck and looking over the trees to the estuary. The beds are very comfortable and it is very quiet (apart from the cicadas!). The swimming pool is shared with the owners and we really enjoyed our daily swim! It is a good location for short drives to various beaches and cafes.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Well set up with all facilities in description.
Well set up with all facilities in description. A good base for the region as well as having the pool to use, an excellent area that we made full use of. An unusual setup which is stated in the description and was no problem for us.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Fabulous spot, very secluded and a great place to get away from it all!
Fabulous spot, very secluded and a great place to get away from it all! Lovely hosts and everything you could think of is provided.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

This place has a beautiful pool and spa which was very enjoyable during the summer.
This place has a beautiful pool and spa which was very enjoyable during the summer. There are lots of nice seating arrangements outside to enjoy the sun and there is even an outdoor fridge to keep your drinks cool. The sleeping arrangements lack a bit of privacy (you can hear your friends if they snore) but apart from that this was an awesome place to stay. Thanks Greg and Jan
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful setting, perfect for our needs, everything we needed had been anticipated in supplies pr
A beautiful setting, perfect for our needs, everything we needed had been anticipated in supplies provided. Perfect for pre wedding shots as Bride and Bridesmaids got ready! Views were wonderful. We had maximum of 4 people staying at night but would fit 6 (and more), and very roomy house for day visitors, especaill the photographers and make up extras who came day of the wedding. Pool looked fantastic, as did hot tub, although we didn't use it as no time.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The property was very spacious and cosy, with the pool and spa topping it off for extra relaxation ?
The property was very spacious and cosy, with the pool and spa topping it off for extra relaxation ?? We had a lovely stay!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A lovely place to stay with very accommodating hosts.
A lovely place to stay with very accommodating hosts. We especially loved the pool area and the pretty views over Mangawhai. We had a wonderful time and hope to be back again soon
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The cottage was ideal for a weekend getaway.
The cottage was ideal for a weekend getaway. Very tranquil and serene, great views. Very well set up. Looking forward to coming back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stunning location ideal for those who love their bush and birds.
Stunning location ideal for those who love their bush and birds. The cottage has a great supply of books snd games and is ideal for relaxation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nice setup with fantastic views over the Mangawhai basin, well equiped kitchen with new barbeque!
Nice setup with fantastic views over the Mangawhai basin, well equiped kitchen with new barbeque! Perfect for 2 adults and younger kids.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great little house and pool, Jan and Greg went above and beyond accommodating all our needs.
Great little house and pool, Jan and Greg went above and beyond accommodating all our needs.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The location was perfect and it felt very private.
The location was perfect and it felt very private. The view was amazing and the place felt very comfortable.

About the host

Hosted by JanQ4939

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What makes this property unique

All linen provided

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