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Stunning ocean front cliff top cottage

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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Matauri Bay, NORTHLAND
  • Tauranga Bay
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Matauri Bay Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Taupo Bay
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Extra bed in lounge from a fold out sofa

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stunning ocean front cliff top cottage

Idyllic clifftop setting overlooking rocky East Bay and surrounds. Hear and view the ocean and dolphins from within the cottage or from your deck, the views are spectacular and ever changing.
The cottage contains all the usual conveniences including the SKY Sports channel, iPod base etc to make your stay comfortable.
You are free to use our solar heated salt water chlorinated swimming pool, gas barbecue and covered barbecue area.
Free wireless broadband and free anytime telephone calls within New Zealand.
Just a 10 minute walk or 2 minute drive to Mahinepua Bay which offers safe swimming, kayaking, boating or fishing or just a lazy day on the beach and exploring the rocky areas at low tide. Tauranga Bay is 10 minutes away.
If you are feeling energetic there is a DOC walk from Mahinepua Bay which is well worth the effort as it has the finest view in NZ.
The famous Kauri Cliffs golf course is 15 minutes away and Whangaroa Golf Club 20 minutes. Other areas close by that are worth a visit are Tauranga Bay, Whangaroa Harbour, and Whangaroa Gamefish Club, Matauri Bay surf beach which also has a grocery store with a liquor licence and a restaurant if you don't feel like cooking and the delightful village of Kaeo, with its museum, craft shop, post office, chemist shop, licensed restaurant, hotel and supermarket is 15 minutes away, The substantial town of Kerikeri is a 40 minute drive, perhaps a visit to their famous Sunday farmers and craft market?
A day trip to Cape Reinga via the famous Kauri Gum museum and cafe and onto Houhora takes you to the top of NZ and is a must, on your return a stop-over at the delightful fishing village of Mangonui, featuring the world famous 'Mangonui Fish Shop', which not only has the freshest fish in New Zealand but a tempting variety of home made gourmet seafood delights which are just irresistable.
A small house trained dog is fine with prior approval but definitely no big dogs.
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Special conditions:
Free broadband wireless and anytime national 'phone calls. Smoking only allowed on outside deck. The sofa bed will sleep two extra people.
The cottage has its own parking area which can accommodate two vehicles and further room is available for boat trailer.
Small dog OK, but no large dogs and no cats (we have 3 small poodles).
Please state on your request the breed of your dog. (people have turned up with large dogs)
NB: Two night minimum stay.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

Kathleen

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

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

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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 first aid kit

About the area

Kaeo

Located in Kaeo, this cottage is on the waterfront. Whangaroa Marina and Whangaroa Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tauranga Bay and Matauri Bay Beach. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Matauri Bay, NORTHLAND

What's nearby

  • Tauranga Bay - 13 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Whangaroa Harbour - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Matauri Bay Beach - 23 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Bay of Islands - 44 min drive - 43.9 km
  • Taupo Bay - 55 min drive - 47.9 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whangaroa Big Gamefish Club Inc - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning ocean front cliff top cottage have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Stunning ocean front cliff top cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning ocean front cliff top cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning ocean front cliff top cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning ocean front cliff top cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tauranga Bay, Rainbow Warrior Memorial and Matauri Bay Beach. Whangaroa Harbour and Takou Bay are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 142 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunningly Beautiful
Cliff Top Cottage is perfect. Gorgeous scenery, very clean, and completely peaceful. Our daily walks to the beaches, two of them, were just what we needed to start a long holiday. Thanks!
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning getaway
Photos do not do the view justice, ocean as far as the eye can see. . A chill relaxing holiday. Lived it, highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 :)
We stayed for 5 nights and had a wonderful time. Communication before we arrived was excellent. The cottage is fantastic, super clean and has everything you could want. Our expectations were exceeded, and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place as a very relaxing retreat in a stunning location :)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter getaway
Great few days away. Everything you need. Hosts were awesome, made everything a breeze. Definitely be going back
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect escape
Great bach with amazing views, lots of beaches close by to explore.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly Hideaway
Beautiful, quiet, secluded, spacious, comfortable gem with all the comforts of home and more. If you feel like fresh fish for dinner, you simply walk down to the water and spear one off the menu.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnificent!!
Everything about this property is just magnificent! The view the cottage gives you each day is out of this world and Kathy and Garry could not have been nicer. Treat yourself to a few days of paradise!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A time for renewal!
From the first moment you walk into this little piece of paradise you can feel a relaxing wrap of tranquility. This is truly a cure for society ills. You’ll spend hours on the deck relaxing in the warm breeze, staring at the rolling waves, and listening to the peaceful sounds of the earth. You’ll forget what a loud siren sounds like, you’ll not remember insane loud muscle cars. Instead, you’ll find yourself again. Don’t pass up the slice of heaven if you need to rejuvenate your soul.
Stayed 38 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cliff top cottage
As the promo states 'Stunning ocean front cliff top cottage', a very true assessment, clean, tidy, all amenities, totally self contained & importantly for sports nuts Sky Sports at your fingertips & to top it all off absolutely stunning ocean views. Kathy made us most welcome, hopefully we will return for even longer next time, a great place to spend the weekend before Christmas.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Location in Northland
The house was beautifully furnished and the location was spectacular - overlooking the ocean. Very well equipped kitchen. Clean and bright. Kathy, our host was very welcoming and accommodating and communicated very well with us.We didn't want to leave! Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable cottage in stunning location
Lovely cottage right on the clifftop. Great views over the rocky shoreline and out to sea. Very open and airy, practical kitchen and very comfortable bed. Short drive (2 min) to Mahinepua beach which is a very sheltered, sandy beach, lovely for swimming and kayaking around the rocky sides of the bay. Walk along the peninsula also has great views. Matauri Bay and Tauranga Bay are also each within 15 min drive. Thanks so much to Kathy and Garry for sharing this wonderful spot with us :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wie im Paradies
Alles war perfekt. Schöne große, helle und saubere Unterkunft, einfach zum Wohlfühlen. Sehr bequemes Bett und bequeme Couch. Die Küche ist sehr gut ausgestattet. Den beheizten Pool fanden wir auch super. Der Ausblick ist traumhaft.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absoluter Traum
Für die Lage, Ausstattung, Gastgeber, Ausblick, Küchenequipment, Garten, Bett, Dusche, Natur und Herzlichkeit kann es nur ein Wort geben: Fantastisch! Wir haben hier 9 Nächte verbracht und bereuen keine einzige. Danke!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carsten B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradies am Ende der Welt
So weit weg von allem das Clif Top Cottage ist, so herrlich ist der Aufenthalt. Den Pazifik vor dem Panoramafenster bzw. der Terrasse, ein toller Garten, in dem wir Verschiedenes ernten durften, und in dem ein großer Teil einheimischer Pflanzen viele, viele Vogelarten anzieht. Sogar ein Morepork landete in der Abenddämmerung auf dem Vordach, um nach dem einen oder anderen dicken Käfer Ausschau zu halten. Bleibt zu erwähnen, dass Kathy jederzeit erreichbar und hilfreich war. Für uns war der Aufenthalt eine der letzten Stationen unserer Neuseelandreise und ein perfekter Ort, noch einmal richtig zu entspannen, Vielen Dank!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcus M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best view
Incredible spot, ocean views don’t get any better. Hosts were excellent. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly peaceful!
This is just what we needed from the constant noise and busyness of city life. Wow! Its a pity that the pool wasn't available as this was a big part of the choice my wife made in selecting the property!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, picturesque & private
Plus, we loved the pool, the nearby walks, and the view. A great holiday for relaxing, reading and thinking. A storm knocked the power out, but water was provided. Suggestions: 1. ant killer and 2. more reliable wifi.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Divine property
Thoroughly enjoyed the whole week, awesome location, accommodation 5 star plus, fantastic views - definitely recommend this beautiful property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron tucker T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay highly recommended will always come back here
Spectacular place
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
incredible cliff top position
Thanks for a wonderful stay Kathleen. You were generous and kind with your hospitality, even when Baxter came to visit you. :-) Thanks for the unlimited use of your lovely pool. A stylish and lovely place to rest.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alyce L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most spectacular slice of heaven on earth. The cottage has everything you need
The surroundings of this cottage will blow your mind! This property gave me all that I needed for my 7 day getaway. Would also recommend the mahinepua peninsula track while in the area. Amazing view's & a well maintained track. Highly recommended this cottage for any sort of getaway. GRATEFUL for my experience & for it as part of my journey
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking view and staying in a cute little cottage
Lovely hide away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gareth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend away
Another lovely trip to the far north, great spot and location and the weather gods were good to us :) Everything you need, nice and cosy. Will be back! Thanks, Gareth
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ross L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in an awesome location
Easy booking and great communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annabel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous crows nest
Clean, neat, delightful spot for a weekend away. Recommend any time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kathleen

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What makes this property unique

; wireless broadband

Languages:

English