10/10 Excellent
FAYE J.
12 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
FAYE J.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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Home away from home - Mangawhai
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mangawhai, Kaipara
- Mangawhai Village Market6 min walk
- Mangawhai Golf Club5 min drive
- Mangawhai Heads Beach15 min drive
- Whangarei (WRE)65 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Home away from home - Mangawhai
Situated in the heart of Mangawhai Village only a short walk to Dune the tavern and Bennetts Chocolate shop and much more. With the estuary only a short walk away and the beach a 10 minute drive you have everything on your doorstep. This Holiday house has a large sail covered deck for entertaining with a gas bbq and great outdoor furniture and is fully fenced so bring the dog . It also has a self contained sleep out for the parents or teenagers! Smart TV and DVD player available. Heat pump to keep you warm in winter and cool in summer. There is also some space for tents. So whether you enjoy surfing, swimming tramping or just relaxing with a glass of wine and good food Magical Mangawhai has it all.
Special conditions:
one nights deposit is required when booking.
You may also choose to use our cleaner If you don't want to clean yourself this is an extra $80.00
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
Special conditions:
one nights deposit is required when booking.
You may also choose to use our cleaner If you don't want to clean yourself this is an extra $80.00
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
Property manager
karen69
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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
About the area
Mangawhai
Mangawhai is home to this holiday home. Mangawhai Golf Club and Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mangawhai Village Market and Matakana Weekend Market. Goat Island and SheepWorld are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Mangawhai, Kaipara
What's nearby
- Mangawhai Village Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Mangawhai Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
- Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
- Mangawhai Heads Beach - 15 min drive - 7.7 km
- Lang's Beach - 21 min drive - 14.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mangawhai Tavern - 13 min walk
- Bennetts Cafe - 7 min walk
- The Dune - 7 min walk
- Brewed As Collective - 6 min drive
- Wood Street Freehouse - 6 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 window8.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Margot A.
18 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful family and pet friendly property
Margot A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lynne C.
25 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Lynne C.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
19 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great set up for outdoor living
Michael P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Charlotte M.
29 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mangawhai getaway
Charlotte M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Devon M.
11 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family stay
Devon M.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sara B.
13 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Sara B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen E.
19 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and relaxing
Karen E.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dayle B.
4 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Mangawhai
Dayle B.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brigid W.
18 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Brigid W.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Bryce E.
10 September 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good but couldn’t get tv to work no internet
Bryce E.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen E.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just as described
Karen E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
John T.
11 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kings Birthday
John T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Sarah A.
15 September 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend break
Sarah A.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen E.
8 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our requirements
Karen E.
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diane S.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Diane S.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
25 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great house with lovely spaces
Michael P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sonia V.
22 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax!
Sonia V.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Karen D.
4 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Karen D.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
8/10 Good
Sarah D.
12 November 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the outdoor area
Sarah D.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
8/10 Good
Donna H., whangarei
30 October 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
A great modern home, with an open plan social space and lots of room. Ideal for large groups.
Donna H.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carrie M.
20 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, comfortable beds, excellent amenities. Very comfortable house.
Carrie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gordon M.
15 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mangawhai retreat
Gordon M.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Lara M.
2 October 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious home in great location
Lara M.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Katie S.
8 September 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Katie S.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by karen69
What makes this property unique
expansive decks for entertaining
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