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Suffolk Street Retreat - Mangawhai Heads

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Exterior from backyard
Verandah which you can see glimpses of the dunes and the sea/estuary from.
View from living room
Master - Bedroom 1
Lounge/Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Mangawhai Heads
  • Mangawhai Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mangawhai Village Market
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bunk room

3 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Suffolk Street Retreat - Mangawhai Heads

This family friendly property is situated in a quiet street in Mangawhai Heads enabling you to enjoy all services and attractions at both the Heads and the Village.

Suffolk Street Retreat is a ‘80s built pole house with ‘70s styling. It has three bedrooms. A master bedroom with Queen bed, a "bunk room" with two single bunk beds, and an additional single bed, and a third bedroom with two single beds. A port-a-cot is also available. In total the house can sleep up to seven guests (+ the port-a-cot). There's no linen on the beds so you'll need to bring your own including top and bottom sheets, pillowcases, towels, bathmat, hand towel, tea towels and so on. There are duvet covers on the duvets, and plenty of blankets.

The open plan layout of the living room, dining area and kitchen makes for relaxed holiday living. A ranch slider opens on to the sun trap deck. The balustrade on the deck has been “child proofed” with the addition of chicken mesh. The kitchen is fully equipped.

A separate laundry includes a washing machine with huge capacity to deal with the beach towels and other family wash requirements quickly and easily. An iron is also available. There is a large outdoor rotary clothesline for hanging washing and, in the event of inclement weather, a clothes line under the house enables you to get the washing dry despite the showers.

Attractions within walking distance include the:
• skate board park and playground, great for the kids and teenagers
• museum which has a cafe and displays for those who are keen on the history of the area which pre-school children also enjoy (check out the long-drop!), a good rainy day activity
• Estuary for safe swimming
• Mangawhai Golf Course in walking distance, Tara Iti Golf Course is 14 mins drive
• Oasis cafe
• Op shops
• Wineries
• Walking trails
• Surfing
• Bennetts of Mangawhai Chocolate Shop, Factory and Cafe

Within a short car trip you can head south to the village to visit the shops, cafes, market and Bennetts chocolate factory. The surf beach is a five to ten minute drive to the north.

There is plenty of flat land around the bach that is suitable for bull rush and swing ball world championships.

There is no wifi available. This is a conscious choice to unplug when away on holiday. Kindred (https://kindredcoworking.co.nz/) is a local coworking space in Mangawhai Village should you want to access office facilities.

Extras: Linen (Optional, NZ$25.00 per person)

NOTE: Invoking the kiwi bach tradition you are expected to clean the house, do the dishes and take your rubbish when you leave.

Exit cleans can be arranged for an additional fee of NZ$65.00. If you elect this option it is expected that you leave the house tidy, do the dishes, and take your rubbish when you leave also.

Property manager

Linley and Alex
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
The house is on tank water. Should the water run out within 7 days of your departure due to excessive usage, you may be liable for the refill.
Additional charges (+GST) will be payable for: 1. $30 for lost keys. 2. Missing linen at replacement cost.
Pitching of caravans or tents on the property without the written consent of the property owners is prohibited.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Mangawhai

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai. 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 Reptile Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Mangawhai Heads, Mangawhai Heads

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Mangawhai Village Market - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Dune - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brewed As Collective - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Suffolk Street Retreat - Mangawhai Heads pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Suffolk Street Retreat - Mangawhai Heads?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Suffolk Street Retreat - Mangawhai Heads?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Suffolk Street Retreat - Mangawhai Heads located?

Located in Mangawhai Heads, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mangawhai Museum and Mangawhai Golf Club. Mangawhai Public Library and Mangawhai Village Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julio R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Place is well described and for great value. Totally worth it, I would stay again when I come back to Mangawhai.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute 70s retro vibe
Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Great stay, excellent hosts thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we needed
Everything we needed and more from the kids to the parents. Excellent communication. We will be back. Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little Bach
A very comfortable stay once you get used to the rocking and swaying of a stilted house. Even walking down the hallway felt like an earthquake to other guests. This home is well equipped with everything you could need and more. Right down to the kids toys, inside and out. If I was really scratching for any improvement, the only thing I could say is a shelf in the shower for our shampoo and conditioner would have been nice, otherwise fantastic. Thanks for sharing your Bach with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ygnacio c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
The location is ideal—just a short walk to the beach and close the town center. The place itself was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, perfect for a family getaway. Communication with the owner was excellent, making check-in and our overall stay smooth and hassle-free. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing and convenient place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dylan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retro feel, Estuary glimpses, fun!
Quirky older bach with a comfortable, homely feel and some great retro furniture! Good location, easy access to everything in Mangawhai Heads, and wonderful to get some glimpses of the Estuary and beyond! All we needed for a fun weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Proper old school kiwi bach
House itself is styled old school including furniture and even the massive stack of old school board games. Warm and gets a good breeze because of position. Plenty of parking. Bach is close to everything. Down the hill to the supermarket. 5 mins from golf course and coffee down the road. Over the hill to the mangawhai beach. 15 mins to Langs. Half day trip to the Waipu caves. Great spot and fun to show kids the throwback style.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Janice L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter and Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Hoping to stay again in the future
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Great stay heaps of games for outside and inside we had fun playing with board games doing puzzles etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jitjutha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good for family and nice location
The bach had everything you need. It was in a good location close to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house and great location
House was lovely, everything you need, cozy and a unique style. Location was really awesome, short walk to the water with awesome sunrises and close to the mangawhai beach as well as some lovely bush walks. My friend and I really enjoyed our stay, we are both very keen to go back! Highly recommend :)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Loved the location of the property. Beds were comfy. Had an amazing view. Nice and peaceful. Overall loved it all and would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
This places feels like the home the second you walk in with beautiful wall arts etc and plenty of things to do to keep you entertained. We reallt enjoyed our time in thid batch
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATrewin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retro bach for a getaway
This three bedroom retro bach was perfect for our girls weekend away. Everything was exactly as described and Alex was proactive in making contact and giving detailed information ahead of arrival. While this wouldn’t suit someone who is mobility impaired (as you have to go up stairs to access the property), it was close to everything and even has a water view from the verandah, framed by a neighbour’s pōhutukawa. Would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and comfortable
We enjoyed this quiet, comfortable, old style, well equipped bach at Mangawhai Heads. Lovely views and walks beside the estuary.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Property exactly as detailed, had everything you could ever need. Great location, and to to complete a perfect stay we had fantastic weather.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Holiday
Some friends and I stayed here for a weekend before we all went back to University and it was wonderful. There were so many board games and the house was perfect. It looked even better than the photos and felt really spacious even though there was 6 of us. We really enjoyed movie night every night there were so many dvds to choose from. The hosts were great, fast communication and explained the ins and outs well. Would love to come back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bj P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Christmas
This was a last minute booking but we were so grateful to have found accommodation that was family friendly. There was a wide selection of board games and activities for our family to enjoy. The rooms are nice a clean and the home is cosy. We enjoyed our christmas very much
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Amanda N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect toddler stay
Really enjoyed our relaxed stay here with our 2yo over a few nights early in Dec. Easy play times with lots of books and Wendy house/sports equipment outside, and great location to playground and beach/Mangawhai/Waipu for exploring too. Easy communication with Alex prior to and during our stay. Thank you :)
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H., Kamo, Whangarei

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
The homely house was a great place to stay, whether for a short stay or a longer break. It is within walking distance of the beach, golf club, Bowling club and shops. We felt at home at the very start and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oliver J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
boys trip
Awesome property perfect for lawn games. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Good clean house with amazing small views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Linley and Alex

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What makes this property unique

Peeks of the dune to the south east

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests