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‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Whangarei Heads, Northland
  • Mount Manaia
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bream Head Coast Walks
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ocean Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads

McKenzie Bay is a small tranquil cove that epitomises coastal beauty. The bay is surrounded by lush green hills and native pohutakawa trees that bloom with vibrant red flowers in summer. It’s pristine, crescent-shaped sandy beach and turquoise waters are perfect for swimming, kayaking, fishing or simply relaxing. Kitchen, Lounge, dining and outdoors spaces.

Property manager

Betsy
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

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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

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
Property Registration Number 1021880

About the area

Whangarei Heads

Located in Whangarei Heads, this cottage is on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Waipu Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Taurikura Bay and Mount Manaia. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Whangarei Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Taurikura Bay - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mount Manaia - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Bream Head Coast Walks - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Ocean Beach - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Ruakaka Beach - 58 min drive - 60.7 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Birds Cafe, Ruakaka Cafes - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Local Parua Bay - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Land & Sea - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪McLeod Bay Fish and Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads located?

Nestled on the beach, this Whangarei Heads cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Taurikura Bay, Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia. Bream Head Coast Walks is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deb P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous little house
It is just stunning. So well presented. Great beds..Lovely treats provided. Can’t wait to book again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful place
Lovely location, host goes to extra lenghts to make your stay memorable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely 1 night stay
A quiet pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taygen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
The view from the accommodation was outstanding, especially watching the sunset over the lake. Betsy was a tremendous host. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
My partner and I and a couple of friends stayed at Bayhaven and it was a perfect getaway. The house was very nice and had everything we needed. The hosts are very generous! It was the perfect spot for swimming and kayaking and exploring the area. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Betsy

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests