Jandals Bach - Original Kiwi Bach with fantastic views and short walk to estuary and surf beach.
Please note for New Years bookings you must ENQUIRE first before booking as we have different requirements for this period. Jandals - one of the last standing original kiwi baches in Mangawhai with location and views that will be the envy of many! This is beach holidaying at its best! This is what is used to be like to stay at the beach....the sound of the waves, the smell of the salt and just stroll to the beach in 30 seconds.
This charming wee house has 3 bedrooms but note that two are downstairs with no internal access. The bedrooms downstairs have a second bathroom attached to them and please be aware that the bedrooms and bathroom are separated by only a curtain and access to the bedroom with the bunk set is through the other bedroom. The commanding views from the house are almost unbeatable and you cannot get much closer to the beach - and certainly not at this price!
If you want to experience a true Kiwi beach holiday the way we used to in generations past then this is a great place to holiday. There is also a double kayak for you to use as well. Please note that the kitchen only has a bench top small oven and single hob - Jamie Oliver will be at the BBQ NOT slaving in front of a hot oven! This is a basic but tidy kiwi bach and in true old school bach style it does not have Wi-Fi. Please note there is a new house being built next door to this property so there may be building noise during working hours through the week. LINEN OPTIONS: To keep your holiday more affordable, for this property we offer linen as an optional extra for guests who prefer to bring their own. If you choose to bring your own linen, you will need to supply top and bottom sheets, pillowcases, towels and bath mats. Pillows, Duvets and Duvet covers will be provided. Alternatively, a rental linen package is available for $25 per person. To request this service, please add a note to your booking specifying the number of people requiring linen and which beds you would like prepared. BOOKING PAYMENT: Although Bookabach/VRBO take your credit card details, all booking payments are made to Bach Stay NZ Limited who manage this property for the owners. Once your booking is approved, we will send you a payment email with a choice of credit card payment (a 3% surcharge applies) or bank transfer (no charges). Please note the amount stated as 'Deposit Paid at Property' on the Bookabach/VRBO quote is actually a refundable bond that will be collected as part of the accommodation payment, it is not collected at the property as the wording suggests.
Property manager
Bach Stay Mangawhai
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
Barbecue grill
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the area
Mangawhai
Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Cliff Walk, while Mangawhai Museum and Waipu Museum are cultural highlights. Goat Island and Reptile Park are also worth visiting.
Mangawhai Heads, Mangawhai
What's nearby
Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
Mangawhai Heads Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Mangawhai Museum - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
Mangawhai Golf Club - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
Mangawhai Village Market - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
Getting around
Whangarei (WRE) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Mangawhai Tavern - 9 min drive
The Cove Cafe - 15 min drive
Bennetts Cafe - 8 min drive
The Dune - 8 min drive
Brewed As Collective - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Jandals Bach - Original Kiwi Bach with fantastic views and short walk to estuary and surf beach. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Jandals Bach - Original Kiwi Bach with fantastic views and short walk to estuary and surf beach.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Jandals Bach - Original Kiwi Bach with fantastic views and short walk to estuary and surf beach.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Jandals Bach - Original Kiwi Bach with fantastic views and short walk to estuary and surf beach. located?
Located in Mangawhai Heads, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Golf Club and Mangawhai Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location but property needs some maintainance
We knew this was an old kiwi batch when we booked and this was reflected in the price. There are however a few basics that need some attention.
The set up worked well for us with kids down stairs with their own bathroom. Nice view from deck and nice and close to main beach and inner harbour beach.
We had some issues with toilets and tap plumbing but was attended to by property manager very quickly, they were very good to deal with. A few other things need some attention by owner including tv (worked periodically) , general taps were old, leaky and need replacing with new mixes, toilet upstairs needs replacing, upstairs shower walls were rotten and imagine leaking inside the walls, some attention to the deck areas, felt soft and possible rotten in some spots , bbq only had 3 of 4 burners working and with no oven we relied heaviliy on this for cooking. Main path is quite steep and uneven, not great for older people.
Quite a busy rd with traffic to surf club but imagine this will be limited to peek times.
None of the above really effected us from having a great stay...we hit the jackpot with the weather
Perfect spot even with a cyclone and tsunami warnings
Gary C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
6/10 Okay
andrew b.
1 January 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Holiday
Great location and view
Bach a little tired, could not lock doors, no washing machine for use, some windows were not able to be opened and Bach wasn’t very clean. Overall an okay stay.
A short walk from the beach, Jandels bach is beautifully located and a cosy spot. Great for a smaller family getaway. The deck and BBQ area are excellent with a good view of the sea - to the host, we'd highly recommend installing an outdoor light to help guests enjoy the deck area after dark. Overall, a good spot for a relaxing getaway
Jandals is a typical kiwi Bach, it’s not a flash set up but is in a great location so close to the beach. It could do with a bit of maintenance as lots of light bulbs were blown and the duvet covers needed a wash. No tea or coffee so bring everything you need .
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Super close to the surf beach and even closer to the safe swimming estuary. The view is unparalleled.
Scott S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
8/10 Good
Diana P.
10 May 2019
A great place to relax
We loved our stay at ‘Jandals’. The view is wonderful from the main bedroom and decks and the bach has everything needed for a relaxing break. Thank you!
Diana P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
8/10 Good
Ali E.
6 February 2019
Character kiwi bach. Relaxing holiday.
Great location close to the Heads and estuary swimming. Character bach with adequate facilities for our 4 night stay. Clean with a comfortable bed with a beautiful view across to the spit and all the way down to Te Arai. We loved lying out on the deck on comfy deck chairs in the afternoon sun. A bonus to be able to have our dog with us. A lazy walk across the road to swim on the estuary. Or Devine morning walk with the dog down Mangawhai Heads beach and back. Great coffee up on the reserve to start the day. Host welcome was friendly and informative. Had a very relaxing time. Thankyou.
Great little place with a lovely outlook close to Surf Beach . Accomodation a little tired but comfortable.. Misleading photos as it looks much bigger than it actually is . Bedroom downstairs is comfy but you have to use the outside stairs to get to it . When it’s raining you need your brolly ! 2 bathrooms were handy Enjoyed our stay .
angela r.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Victoria W.
8 January 2019
Classic Kiwi bach which is well equipped and had everything we needed...
Classic Kiwi bach which is well equipped and had everything we needed for a great holiday. We loved the amazing view from the deck and easy walking access to both the surf beach and the estuary. Have already re-booked for next year!
Victoria W.
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8/10 Good
dawn m.
1 May 2018
This is the second time we have stayed at Jandals.
This is the second time we have stayed at Jandals. We love it’s perfect location to the beach. Whilst simple and functional, it has everything we need. Wel’ll beback again for sure. Thanks
dawn m.
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8/10 Good
Sharon P.
5 April 2018
Classic kiwi Bach in wonderful location, basic however very clean and comfortable, would recommend a
Classic kiwi Bach in wonderful location, basic however very clean and comfortable, would recommend and look forward to staying again.
Sharon P.
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8/10 Good
Andrea C.
19 March 2018
Jandals is a great property located so close to the Surf Beach and Picnic Bay.
Jandals is a great property located so close to the Surf Beach and Picnic Bay. It has beautiful views from the deck and a really traditional bach atmosphere. The bach is equipped with everything you need for a wonderful holiday including a most extensive range of coffee plungers and platters ( great for entertaining). Two bathrooms was handy and the showers are fine. Perfect little spot for a long weekend away.
Andrea C.
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6/10 Okay
Heidi L., Auckland NZ
15 January 2018
Awesome spot for a magical holiday.
Awesome spot for a magical holiday. Great access to the beach and the Bach was clean and tidy. We loved sitting on the deck and soaking up the view and hope that we can do it again soon!
Heidi L.
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6/10 Okay
Charles P.
6 January 2018
The location of th Bach was fantastic!
The location of th Bach was fantastic! Just 200m from th beach exactly what we were after 5mins to thshops n other amenities too th small tank wasn't problem as we've lived on tank water before the small stove and no washing machine wasn't a major it's what beaching is all about!??
Charles P.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Marni E.
24 November 2017
great location
great location
Marni E.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
26 April 2017
Nice traditional Bach
Nice traditional Bach
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
24 February 2017
Superb location so close to the beach, awesome views clean character Bach would highly recommend, fa
Superb location so close to the beach, awesome views clean character Bach would highly recommend, family had a blast, thanks for being available
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Good
8 May 2016
Very clean and EXCELLENT location - just a couple of minutes walk to the beach.
Very clean and EXCELLENT location - just a couple of minutes walk to the beach. Its big downfall is the very basic kitchen, but to be fair the ad does point that out and the Bach Stay managers also reminded us about its limited facilities. We took pre-made meals and bought takeaways one night. This is very much a bach not a holiday beach house - but that is reflected in its price.
It was great being allowed to bring our dog with us on our family holiday.
We had a great holiday - thank you :=)