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Exterior
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Mangawhai, Northland
  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk
    4 min drive
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach
    4 min drive
  • Mangawhai Golf Club
    6 min drive
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    63 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Cabin

1 Queen Bed

Container - Guest (double + single bunk)

1 Single Bunk Bed

Container - Master

1 Queen Bed

Tiny house

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Cabin

Toilet · Shower only

Container

Toilet · Shower only

Tiny House

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Oasis in the Heads

Welcome to our Oasis in the heads!

Boutique accomodation with 2 “Ecospace” tiny homes, and a converted double 40ft container home.

This is the perfect getaway for families, and groups to relax and unwind in nature.

Set in a private rural setting, with multiple communal spaces and amenities to enjoy on site.

Just 2 mins drive to the surf beach, Heads township, and golf course, it is a great base for exploring the wonders of Magical Mangawhai and all that the Northern region has to offer.

Property manager

GAVIN BARR
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must remove all rubbish off site prior to departure using either the wheely bin or rubbish / recycling bags bought from four square.
Please strip sheets off bed and place in a pile with the towels and other laundry ready for our cleaner.
Please ensure you clean the BBQ and outdoor kitchen area after each use, ready for the next guest to enjoy.

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

About the area

Mangawhai

Located in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Mangawhai Museum and Waipu Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Goat Island and Reptile Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Mangawhai, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 4 min drive
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 4 min drive
  • Mangawhai Village Market - 7 min drive
  • Lang's Beach - 10 min drive
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Cove Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Brewed As Collective - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dune - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Oasis in the Heads pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oasis in the Heads?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oasis in the Heads?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Oasis in the Heads located?

Located in Mangawhai Heads, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mangawhai Golf Club, Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Museum is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
G
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dharshika D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tiny House Stunner
A beautiful location, quite close to beach and food places. Rooms were nice and clean. Spacious for a big family.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
True Oasis! Top accomodation
Excellent, Unique accomodation - with private and quiet cabins, which accommodates for larger groups to still split off from one another. Modern and cosy. Would stay here again & highly recommend to others. Communication with property manager was easy and timely. 10/10 accommodation!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Funky place, great having 3 separate sleeping spaces each with bathroom for our extended family. Great outdoor gathering spot under cover. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve R., Wellington, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
Wonderful batch, thoroughly enjoyed our holiday here. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dineke K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday
I choose the property for the reason that it looked different and separate "buildings) Not the usual. It was great in many ways, however because of the hot weather it was quite hot. Trying not to get mosquitos you could not really open the windows when the lights are on.The kitchen building was good to air. There was also a nice outdoor undercover area with a big table , wooden bench and barbecue plus a drink fridge. The main building had zircon, just as well, because there are no windows. It also has a fire pit, where you could burn some wood and eat marschmallows.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Property lived up to expectations. Worked well with extended famliy. Had a lovely time playing Badminton on the lawn.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philippa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great set up
Great combination of tiny homes with a container home. Easily fitted our large family.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great spot for a catch up
We had a great time here catching up with a small group of girlfriends. The three seperate spaces give you plenty of privacy but also some great communal areas to sit together and catch up.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Excellent facilities and was perfect for our event. Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overnight stay
We were only here for a night with a group of friends going to a wedding. It was a great space to accommodate a group and while we didn't have time to use any of the facilities it was well set up.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it
Amazing spot, perfect for group catch ups and family get togethers. Thanks Gavin, had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Sharleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great setup outside with bar and bbq. Great with separate areas. Queen beds not that comfortable.
Would recommend renting. Great setup, especially with teenagers cause they have their own area and you can see them from the deck. Was a bit hit at times, brought a fan. Main bed too soft and was uncomfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

leonie t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all had an awesome time,thanku for making our stay tumeke
Well what can I say,I wish we had to book longer,it was good to get away and relax
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kit A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Our work team loved it here, will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

jilliane s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Accommodates alot of people.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicky W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family fun
Had a great stay, place suited our family perfectly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emma L., Whangarei

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Really enjoying staying at this property, really well set up for adults and kids to have their own space while on holiday. Really cool outdoor area too. Gavin was really nice and was available to talk to when we needed
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream Summer Digs
Ideal, super great set up
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gillian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great option for couples gathering
Great location and instructions were excellent for arrival. Loved that we had 3 separate rooms for the 3 couples and the shared outdoor kitchen and gathering place was perfect! Great way to experience tiny house living. Only small thing was no toilet paper in any of the three unit - had to go buy some for each - minor detail really !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Jan L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Best during the warmer months when everyone can socialise together outside. Cleaning detail could be better and one bed was missing linen. Also would prefer pantry and freezer closer to empty to fit our food shop. Gavin was a friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Florence R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool, well-designed container bach
Fantastic accomodation - the containers were really cool and well-designed, there was air con to regulate the temperature, and having bedrooms in different containers allowed for a peaceful sleep. Gavin was very helpful and communicative, and the bach was located close to the beach. Only very minor issues were that the kitchen/oven wasn't super easy to work with, and that one of the outside bins hadn't been emptied and had a bunch of rubbish loose on the top of it, but otherwise the place was spotless, and worked really well. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eldho S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Great location, really pleasant and clean rooms. All the rooms were unique and beautiful. A different experience for sure with the glass house units. I loved it. We could cook and each room had a TV with entertainment. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by GAVIN BARR

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My name is Gavin,

I am a 31 year old builder with a renovation company called GBARR Construction based in Auckland, I also run a company called Ecospace, which is an off shoot from the construction company. This is my passion project building sustainable, luxurious prefabs, cabins, and tiny homes.

I love surfing, boxing, golf, anything to do with outdoors and nature, and absolutely love coming up to the bach and enjoying the Magical Mangawhai Heads!

Why they chose this property

I bought this property during the first lockdown to get onto the property ladder, as well as having a place to showcase my Ecospace buildings for interested clients. I built everything from scratch myself, in my spare time and after hours to create this "oasis in the heads".

Two of these Ecospace dwellings, The Tiny home and cabin are based on the property, and I use it as a showroom as well as Holiday home and Bach Rental.

The container home was a last minute opportunity i decided to go ahead with thanks to one of my best friends, who worked within the bank it came from, It was a old obsolete bank building, which i shipped up from Palmerston North as it was rotting and rusting away in a storage yard, and I completely gutted and renovated it to its current state today.

What makes this property unique

Unique, Luxurious sustainable tiny homes and container home in a beautiful peaceful rural setting, nestled into nature with a spacious outdoor entertainment area.

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