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Dining
Main House
Kitchen
Dining Room
Open plan living

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 24

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Mangawhai Heads
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mangawhai Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mangawhai Village Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Baby, Upper Queen Room 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Lower Guest Room 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Lower Guest Room 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Lower Queen Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Lower Queen Room 4

1 Queen Bed

Sleepout Room 5 (via deck)

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Upper Bunk Room 7 ( Sleeps 4)

2 Single Bunk Beds

Upstairs Landing 8 (Kids only)

1 Single Bunk Bed

Upstairs Master Queen Room 6

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Ground Level

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2 - Ground Level

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 - Laundry Included

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4 - Shared Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Collie’s beach house

GOLD WINNER of the 2021 Bach of the Year!
*Please note Red Tractor will be onsite from December 2024 to January 2025*

Originally built by ex-All Black Ant Strachan, designed for families to get-away, this bach is a top pick for NZ travellers, especially made for families and groups, top 10 finalist of book a bach 2021!

Modern purpose-built 9 bedroom beach house located just 30 metres from the waters edge.

- 10 minute walk to one of Northland's finest Link golf course and bowling club.
- 1 km from the Mangawhai Heads Shopping Centre, cafes and restaurants.
- The boat ramp is 250 metres down the same road as the beach house
- 6 off-street parks with a lockable gate
- Aircon in every room
- Indoor fire place
- BBQ for outdoor cooking
- Swing set and Trampoline to entertain kids

Large north facing deck for evening BBQ's. Additional north facing upper deck which is the perfect spot for breakfast or afternoon drinks.

Being fully fenced with a cot set up in 1 room, swings and a trampoline the property is very child friendly, sit back and let them roam at their own will.

Pricing starts from $85 per head per night at adult capacity (two-night minimum stay).

Special conditions and information:

*NO STAG DO'S* Events to be pre approved, No smoking indoors, Swing for toddlers only, $500 refundable bond required, any damages or extra cleaning will mean deductions from the bond upon receipt. Check in 3pm-check out 10am. Noise to be kept low outside after 10pm.

**NOTE: Small creek located at rear of section (through gate) - children must be supervised**

NOTE: Please bring your own beach towels. Extra blankets in winter are also advised to bring along if you would like a bit more warmth.

We appreciate these are difficult times and hope you keep safe and well. Any cancellations within 60 days are non-refundable.

Property manager

Yasmin
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
1x cot provided, bunk beds for kids.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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

Mangawhai

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai. Mangawhai Museum and Waipu Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mangawhai Village Market and Matakana Weekend Market. Goat Island and Reptile Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Mangawhai Heads, Mangawhai Heads

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mangawhai Museum - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Mangawhai Village Market - 7 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Cove Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dune - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brewed As Collective - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Collie’s beach house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Collie’s beach house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Collie’s beach house?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Collie’s beach house located?

Located in Mangawhai Heads, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Golf Club and Mangawhai Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

eitan y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday house
We had a great stay.The location is perfect And got everything we needed. Great communication with the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anje N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
We had a fantastic stay with friends! The house was spacious, clean, and had all the amenities we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable trip. The host was incredibly understanding and helpful, making sure everything went smoothly. Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Xmas at Mangawhai Heads
Awesome property for a family
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Driena M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Great location and lots of communal space to gather with family
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Perfect for the group family stay with enough to slightly seperate the individual sleeping areas but bring us together in the socialising areas. Beach was a blink away, outdoor areas covered for rain and sun. All cooking condiments ( and coffee) available for a few days use.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
Perfect for large family group
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Communication leading up to our stay with Jasmin was outstanding. Perfect accommodation for the big group that stayed. 17 adults and 7 children aged from 4 years old to 6 months old. Swings and trampoline with enclosed fence around property meant the adults could relax knowing the kids were safe. Loved the fireplace for cooler evenings. Great vibe throughout the house. Comfortable beds and one portable cot and one fixed cot was handy for the little ones.Would definitely recommend and stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach family fun
Great stay! Perfect size for our large family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Group stay
Perfect property for our large group of 5 couples. Plenty of room for us to be together or to split off for some quiet time.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Susanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Golf trip
Good location, amazing outdoor area, suited our needs
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek D., Richmond, Tasman, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Mangawhai Heads
Collie's house is a great place for getting together with family or friends. Plenty space to relax and comfortable rooms and beds. Location is good and close to shops, restaurants and golf course.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place
This is our second stay for our bi-annual Aunties & Niece's weekend. There was 20 of us, beds for everyone, 4 bathrooms, and plenty of sharing space to gather, great tables for sitting together, and great outdoor spaces too. Also just a hop skip and jump to go for a swim, followed by a warm outdoor shower. Everything you need is catered for, hard to beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Beautiful House.
The house was huge and fully stocked with everything we needed. Just a 5min drive to the beach. There was so much fire wood and seperate relaxing areas. Communication was fast and great. Highly recommend staying here. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

eitan y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing place!!!
The Bach is super luxurious and spacious and in a greatlocation. It is so close to the estuary, shops and a short drive to the main beach. It located in a very nice and quiet street. And the host is very easy to communicate, and replying very quickly to any questions. We had such a wonderful time. Thanks Yasmin 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L., Taranaki, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 stars indeed
The layout for a big group was perfect. Never felt crowded and had everything we needed. Would recommend and be keen to come back to this beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sama B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy and Comfortable
We had the best work trip with lots of space for collaboration and plenty of rooms for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great group stay central to everything
Wonderful big house suitable for our large group. Walkable to the golf course and club, as well as small shop and bottle store. Everything we needed for a great trip! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheree S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
Amazing accomodation for a large group of people. Kitchen well equipped, comfortable bedding and spacious socialising areas. Such a warm house in the winter!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it!
This is the fourth time our group has stayed here and it improves every time. We love it so much - but don't want to tell others as it'll make it harder for us to book to get in!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Couldn't have asked for a better stay - super easy check in, lovely house, everything you needed was there, location was perfect and the outdoor area with the fireplace was the cherry on top of the cake :) Justine was very prompt to respond too, and very friendly to deal with. We have already discussed going back for another group trip :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is perfect for big groups
Yasmin was very easy to communicate with, thank you. The house is perfect for big groups. Has lots of space for doing different things. Location is perfect - close to the beach, convenience stores, and restaurants. It is also clean and tidy. We enjoyed our weekend there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place for large groups.
We had a fabulous time, great location, so close to the beach/estuary or a short drive to the ocean beach. Ideal size and space for us all. There were 19 of us, 9 adults and 10 children aged from 13 years to 1 year old. They loved the swings and trampoline, couldn't find some of the toys mentioned, or the highchair. Loved the fabulous extra large outdoor table which was used for most meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sir Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family holiday
It was perfect for our 52nd Wedding Anniversary celebration with all our family (5 children and partners, and 11 grandchildren). Great “super bach” which was superbly equipped for cooking, sleeping and enjoying our family, and great access to the very safe beach. It is the second time we have stayed there and we recommend it without reservation. We hope to return in 2 years time.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for large extended family get togethers
Communication with property manager was excellent, we had a few minor problems on arrival which were sorted out swiftly. House was well equipped and a pleasure to stay in. The location is fantastic. We had our Christmas Day at the property and it worked well for all 17 of us, plus parking for 2 boats, 1 campervan and 5 cars. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Yasmin

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As a family man, James Collie wishes to create a divine holiday making space for all friends, family and colleagues alike in order to reconnect and experience the best of Mangawhai Heads. Known to the area for years and connected to the Wood Street Shops, the Collie family have opened up their beautiful holiday home to share with the world. Let us know your thoughts and past experiences at the Collies Beach House, or book in quick to savor the moments we gladly have on this Earth creating memories.

Why they chose this property

Opposite the Estuary and down the road from the boat ramp, this is the perfect destination for your holidays to explore the wonders of magical mangawhai!

What makes this property unique

Beautiful furnishings, spearated bedrooms for privacy, 4 bathrooms, 30 metres from waters edge, swingset and trampoline for the kids, outdoor lounge area, indoor and outdoor fireplaces. What is not to be loved her at your new favourite spot.

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