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Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Northland, Northland
  • Whangaumu Bay
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Tutukaka Marina
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Dive Tutukaka
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River

You'll be staying in an easy living 2 bedroom cottage on a large bush block set high on a ridgetop with 360 degrees views of the surrounding bush, the Ngunguru River and Ngunguru township. There's a 2.5km driveway down to the Ngunguru River where you'll have access to our private jetty (booking required). A beautiful wetland, stunning bush walks, high hill look outs, picnic stop along the way. Please let us know what activities your interested in so we can accommodate as jetty require booking.. Please see our house rules for bookings. If you're wanting to book within 24hrs of check in pls call us before booking. We are located half way between Whangarei CBD & Tutukaka so you're in a perfect location to explore the local area, the Ngunguru river, and the stunning Tutukaka coast and beaches. Nearest supermarket is at Tikipunga. It's a very quiet rural location that feels secluded but is very convenient. We have been hosting for 3 years so please see our reviews.

Property manager

steve mcq
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please let us know if your bringing the kids
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
Please tell us if you are bringing your pets
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside OK
Jetty open 8am-dusk. No access to jetty or track after dark safety reasons. Please txt us if you are wanting to visit the jetty booking is required
If wanting check in within 24 hrs please call us before booking as we may not be able to accommodate
If you have yr pet please advise us and keep them off the furniture and pick up poop from the lawn. We’ve left a vacuum to use

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kiripaka

Located in Kiripaka, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Native Bird Recovery Centre and Whangaumu Bay, while Claphams Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum are cultural highlights.
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Northland, Northland

What's nearby

  • Whangaumu Bay - 11 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Tutukaka Marina - 25 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Dive Tutukaka - 26 min drive - 22.3 km
  • Tutukaka Headland - 27 min drive - 23.1 km
  • Matapouri Bay - 33 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Schnappa Rock - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Marina Pizzeria - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Salt Air Cafe - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Moochas Bistro - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Whangaumu Bay and within 12 miles (20 km) of Whangarei Falls and Kuihi Island. Ngunguru Library and Whale Tail Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ilan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Art and ocean
The house is very comfortable with 2 good sized bedrooms and big living/dining areas. There are some beautiful pieces of art and an excellent book collection. The view is amazing and the property has some hidden gems. We were here for 3 nights and loved every minute. Host is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
just what we needed
real peace and quiet with lots of space. just the sound of the birds. Everything we needed including tech. Very comfy bed with quality linen. Will book again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amelia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views and all you need
Had a delightful stay at this place. It is a little off the beaten track so to speak, so for exploring there’s a little bit more to do but the surrounding area is breathtaking, the house is ideal for a small family of couple, everything you need. Such a great couple of nights here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jos D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
This is a great batch the views are amazing it is totally private. The beds are great and it has everything you need for a great stay A big thanks to our host Steve great to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

linda s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil getaway
Fabulous quiet bach,our dog loved it,very safe for him.totally recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My safe haven
Was such a tranquil private place The views are just beautiful Steve provided everything we could want. It was our home away from home. It was warm and so inviting Thank you steve we will most certainly come back
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace perfect peace
Fantastic place to kick back and get back to nature. The walk was well worth pushing on for.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peaceful and happy retreat
The property has wonderful views in all directions and lovely grounds. It is comfortable and well maintained with all the necessary facilities for a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Victor F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall good stayed
The location is great with amazing view. Short drive to Tutukaka and Ngruguru township. The house is functional with all the amenities and great wifi speed. The toilet and bathroom have smells that needs to be look at.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect bach!
Everything about the bach was perfect. It's clean, spacious; has stunning view; beds were comfy, etc., It's close to everything. Short drives to Whangarei and beaches. We absolutely had the best time and Steve made sure of that. Thank you very much Steve and hopefully we can go back soon :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Robert U.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Dissappointed
We are very keen on fishing and booked this accommodation as it included a private jetty, which we expected would have unlimited access for us to enjoy our fishing whenever we chose too. This however is not the case it is restricted access controlled by the host, in that you must text him, every time prior to using the jetty to get permission due to what he deems as health & safety issues!! I would of thought having paid in advance for the week, any health & safety issues would have been addressed prior to guests arrival. I spoke to the host on the Monday and asked whether we could take a look at the jetty to which he replied no, but if it didn't rain overnight it would be fine the next day to go down. We attempted to do this, however when we got to his house which you have to pass to get to the jetty he came out and became quite animated raising his arms in the air, rolling his eyes and shrugging his shoulders (because we hadn't texted even though I had spoken to him the day before) which my wife and I considered rude. The excuse of health & safety issues regarding the jetty is ironic given health & safety issues with the actual accommodation don't seem to matter e.g broken light switch, masking tape around the wiring on the lights in the lounge and dining area, chipped crockery, split in chopping board and raised pieces of decking Restricted access to the jetty should be made clear in the booking information, if we had known this we would not have booked this holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Treasure
Loved the spacious living areas, beautiful decor and the view and outdoor area was amazing would definitely stay again. Host has done a great job at accommodating their guests. Absolutely beautiful hidden treasure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Clean, very comfortable beds, well appointed, helpful property manager, stunning views and sunrises and sunsets. Off the beaten track
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Xmas break
Lovely hilltop location, views are amazing. Quite remote, which is its charm, but far from the beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil getaway
We loved staying here. It is so peaceful. We felt refreshed and rejuvenated after our stay. A great place to unwind. The views are beautiful and the sunrise and sunsets were spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B., Hokianga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Such a beautiful secluded place just what i needed beautiful farmlands and water views 😍 nice and tidy place with everything we needed . Thank you Steve i appreciate the extra care you took in cleaning due to my allergies. Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anabelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday
Very comfortable relaxed home, great views and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucy B., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiwi bach with great views
We had a lovely stay in this peaceful bach. Great location between Whangārei and Tutakaka. Lovely views over the trees and over the water. Bach had everything we needed for a long weekend. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely.
we loved this place, Steve was awesome to deal with, fishing off the Jetty was great, we will go back, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So Peaceful
What a fantastic view!! So relaxing sitting out on the deck just drinking in the view. The property is so spacious and there is everything you need. Steve is a fabulous host, there if you want him and so helpful. The fishing was great! Really enjoyed our time there and will be sure to book again on our next visit to New Zealand
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Natural Beauty
Lovely warm place outside of Whangerei. Beautiful views and everything you need.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Solana R., Auckland NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Great place to chill and relax and exlore the area. Amazing views from the deck. Easy and friendly communication with host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house
Was an awesome little home to stay at and the view was to die for. Wish I could have stayed longer but plans changed. Steve was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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