8/10 Good
Alison L.
29 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
Alison L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Entire home
Beachfront on the wild west coast
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 250 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
80 Chases Terrace, Baylys Beach, Northland, 0377
- Dargaville Museum13 min drive
- Tane Mahuta14 min drive
- Kai Iwi Lakes39 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Beachfront on the wild west coast
WE ARE WORKING HARD TO ENSURE THAT STAYING AT BLACKBEARD'S COTTAGE IS AN EVEN MORE WELCOMING STAY! BLACKBEARD'S COTTAGE IS CURRENTLY UNDERGOING RENOVATION SO WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. IT SHOULD BE BACK ONLINE AROUND JUNE. UPDATED PRICES REFLECT THE IMPROVED AMENITIES. PHOTOS WILL BE UPLOADED ON COMPLETION. CHRISTMAS DATES ARE AVAILABLE!
Welcome to Blackbeard's Cottage. We hope that you have a wonderful stay in our much loved home, so named because we could just imagine that salty old soul sitting and looking out to the ocean that he (and we) love so much. This is the perfect place to switch off, forget the world and just relax! The sunsets are always amazing, the soothing sound of the waves in the background, and the stunning views make it one of the most special places to stay in the area. It is wild and windy though so be prepared for that! There is no denying that some parts of the cottage are still 'rough' or that sand gets in everywhere because you are so close to the beach, but if you are ok with these, then you can enjoy the magic of the setting. If you choose to keep in touch with the modern world, we have fibre optic internet, which means that you can take your laptop to the table on the deck and work from home, enjoying the views and sea air.
A few important things to note before booking:
*The price per night is for two people. An extra $20 per head per night will be added to all guests over two years old.
*You will need to supply all of your own linen. The beds have pillows and duvets.
* Because of our eco-friendly sewerage system, guests are requested to only use eco friendly personal products at the cottage.
Please note that access to the cottage is down a short grassy slope, which can be slippery when wet. Those with mobility issues may find this a challenge.
Welcome to Blackbeard's Cottage. We hope that you have a wonderful stay in our much loved home, so named because we could just imagine that salty old soul sitting and looking out to the ocean that he (and we) love so much. This is the perfect place to switch off, forget the world and just relax! The sunsets are always amazing, the soothing sound of the waves in the background, and the stunning views make it one of the most special places to stay in the area. It is wild and windy though so be prepared for that! There is no denying that some parts of the cottage are still 'rough' or that sand gets in everywhere because you are so close to the beach, but if you are ok with these, then you can enjoy the magic of the setting. If you choose to keep in touch with the modern world, we have fibre optic internet, which means that you can take your laptop to the table on the deck and work from home, enjoying the views and sea air.
A few important things to note before booking:
*The price per night is for two people. An extra $20 per head per night will be added to all guests over two years old.
*You will need to supply all of your own linen. The beds have pillows and duvets.
* Because of our eco-friendly sewerage system, guests are requested to only use eco friendly personal products at the cottage.
Please note that access to the cottage is down a short grassy slope, which can be slippery when wet. Those with mobility issues may find this a challenge.
Property manager
Sandra Webster
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Children
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Pets
No pets allowed
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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
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About the area
Baylys Beach
Located in Baylys Beach, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Taha Awa Riverside Gardens and Te Matua Ngahere, Four Sisters & Yakas, while The Woodturners Kauri Gallery and Studio and Dargaville Museum are cultural highlights. Skydome Observatory and Zizania Hand Made Papers are also worth visiting.
Baylys Beach, Northland
What's nearby
- Taha Awa Riverside Gardens - 12 min drive - 14.1 km
- Dargaville Museum - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
- Tane Mahuta - 14 min drive - 17.4 km
- Kai Iwi Lakes - 39 min drive - 41.4 km
- Maunganui Bluff - 49 min drive - 48.9 km
Restaurants
- Sharky's Cafe - 10 min walk
- Sharkeys - 5 min drive
- Funky Fish - 7 min walk
- Seaview Cafe - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Margaret L.
8 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Wonderful Wild West location
Margaret L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Sandra L.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
West Coast
Sandra L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Duan and Sallie S.
9 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little oasis
Duan and Sallie S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl L.
3 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Cheryl L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Travis P.
30 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Travis P.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Janine M.
8 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning
Janine M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Leon V.
27 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning
Leon V.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fleur K.
14 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Fleur K.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike L.
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot on the beach
Mike L.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Madeline R.
23 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful & cosy cottage
Madeline R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Edward W.
13 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice time
Edward W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Trish F.
12 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay on the wild west coast
Trish F.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Edward W.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
Edward W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christine P.
2 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Place
Christine P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Grant T.
3 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easter Break
Grant T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tracy A.
24 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy little spot
Tracy A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Josie S.
23 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you!
Josie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Wolfgang K., Düsseldorf, Germany
15 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fascinating view on the rough Tasman Sea
Wolfgang K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vicky W.
14 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Didnt want to leave.
Vicky W.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul R.
10 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beach
Paul R.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Ian D.
8 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow!!
Ian D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lee Ann R.
26 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Bach at Bayles Beach
Lee Ann R.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
bronwyne a.
23 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best break ever!
bronwyne a.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Barbara W.
18 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blackbeards Cottage
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About the host
Hosted by Sandra Webster
Blackbeard’s Cottage was bought sight unseen when we lived in Hong Kong. It was quite some time before we got to see it in person, and although in poor condition, we loved it immediately. We have slowly worked to make improvements, and have quite some way to go still, so there are parts that are original to the condition in which we bought the property. As we do not currently live in NZ, this is a slow process!
Why they chose this property
Only one word to answer the 'why this property' question- "location". The views make you feel as though you are one with the beach, and in fact, the constant presence of sand in the cottage confirms this!
Check out this article about the area:
https://www.silverkris.com/inspiration/nature-adventure/beaches/the-offbeat-charms-of-new-zealands-ripiro-beach/?fbclid=IwAR0Z4AuaU1WEn0zP8a8TArOWvU8uShEX4jbqu5uXEOSVXFfHkv_HfVSNcrM
Check out this article about the area:
https://www.silverkris.com/inspiration/nature-adventure/beaches/the-offbeat-charms-of-new-zealands-ripiro-beach/?fbclid=IwAR0Z4AuaU1WEn0zP8a8TArOWvU8uShEX4jbqu5uXEOSVXFfHkv_HfVSNcrM
What makes this property unique
The joy of the location of the cottage, the views, the sunset, the thrill of the wind, the serenity and peace of going to sleep listening to the waves cannot be underestimated
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