10/10 Excellent
Ricky J.
21 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, clean, kid friendly home, thank you
Ricky J.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Entire home
Shells Place - Two separate accommodation units in one
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Ngunguru, Whangarei
- Whangaumu Bay4 min walk
- Tutukaka Marina3 min drive
- Dive Tutukaka3 min drive
- Whangarei (WRE)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Main bedroom
1 King Bed
second bedroom
2 Single Beds, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed
Self contained studio
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
House bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Studio
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Shells Place - Two separate accommodation units in one
ONE / TWO FAMILY ACCOMODATION - 3 properties away from white sand dunes at picturesque NGUNGURU. The main house has two bedrooms – 1 king and 1 twin room, the self-contained studio unit has 1 queen - ideal for the grandparents to join the family . House and Studio included in every booking.
Roomy section with plenty of room to park the boat, with boat ramp nearby.
Full kitchen and laundry facilities in the main house (and kitchenette in the unit),two bathrooms, fireplace, LCD TV and full linen supplied.
Sunny section, relax on the covered deck or balcony and entertain by BBQ. Beach swimming, pick tuatuas and pipis, swim over to the sandspit, walk around the beach to Wellington’s Bay at low tide!
Find a supermarket, tennis court, cafe, doctors and gift shop all at Ngunguru Township within easy walking distance.
Take a 5 minute drive to the Tutukaka Marina, the hub of the Tutukaka Coast where many fishing and diving charters are based, and find many other beautiful beaches along the Coast within in easy driving distance of Shell's Place.
This is an excellent choice of holiday accommodation in a very pretty and popular coastal location!
Special conditions:
MINIMUM STAY OF 2 NIGHTS EXCEPT DURING PUBLIC HOLS WHEN THE MINIMUM STAY IS 3 NIGHTS, MIN STAY DECEMBER /JANUARY PERIOD 4 NIGHTS.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Roomy section with plenty of room to park the boat, with boat ramp nearby.
Full kitchen and laundry facilities in the main house (and kitchenette in the unit),two bathrooms, fireplace, LCD TV and full linen supplied.
Sunny section, relax on the covered deck or balcony and entertain by BBQ. Beach swimming, pick tuatuas and pipis, swim over to the sandspit, walk around the beach to Wellington’s Bay at low tide!
Find a supermarket, tennis court, cafe, doctors and gift shop all at Ngunguru Township within easy walking distance.
Take a 5 minute drive to the Tutukaka Marina, the hub of the Tutukaka Coast where many fishing and diving charters are based, and find many other beautiful beaches along the Coast within in easy driving distance of Shell's Place.
This is an excellent choice of holiday accommodation in a very pretty and popular coastal location!
Special conditions:
MINIMUM STAY OF 2 NIGHTS EXCEPT DURING PUBLIC HOLS WHEN THE MINIMUM STAY IS 3 NIGHTS, MIN STAY DECEMBER /JANUARY PERIOD 4 NIGHTS.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Property manager
shellsplace
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
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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
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
About the area
Ngunguru
Located in Ngunguru, this holiday home is near the beach. Tutukaka Marina and Dive Tutukaka are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Whangaumu Bay and Whale Tail Park. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
Ngunguru, Whangarei
What's nearby
- Whangaumu Bay - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Tutukaka Marina - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Dive Tutukaka - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
- Tutukaka Headland - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
- Matapouri Bay - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Schnappa Rock - 3 min drive
- Marina Pizzeria - 3 min drive
- Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - 12 min walk
- Salt Air Cafe - 13 min walk
- Havana Cabana - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Richard C.
13 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional
Richard C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
christine C.
29 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
christine C.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hamish, Paddy & Oscar B.
22 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and great position
Hamish, Paddy & Oscar B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Sharon W.
6 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location, quiet and well appointed
Sharon W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alex C.
30 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Alex C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul J.
4 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Paul J.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louis O.
10 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with a helpful and friendly host
Louis O.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
ljiljana j.
2 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
ljiljana j.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Francesca G.
20 February 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable stay in a great location
Francesca G.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barb B., Auckland
16 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a happy holiday
Barb B.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
6/10 Okay
Claire S.
30 January 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Tutukaka coast
Claire S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard W.
2 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for family fun
Richard W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Helen T.
23 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Retreat
Helen T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica P.
12 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
Jessica P.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katrin S.
10 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
relax & discover
Katrin S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Finlay A., Wellington, New Zealand
24 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice in Ngunguru
Finlay A.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bruce E.
5 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
Bruce E.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Natalie J.
4 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot
Natalie J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Hannah A.
4 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Hannah A.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael B.
26 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, tidy and amazing location
Michael B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Chris M.
18 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Chris M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Drill Force NZ Ltd K.
13 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Drill Force NZ Ltd K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
David B.
25 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
David B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
kandi m.
28 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shell's place was delightful 🙂
kandi m.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by shellsplace
I have been renting my place for over 14 years for families or couples to enjoy when I am not able to.
Why they chose this property
A great place for families to have a relaxing break, plenty of space and well equipped.
What makes this property unique
comfortable beds with linen supplied and cleaning included
Languages:
English
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