Peaceful setting with amazing ocean views minutes to Waipu Caves

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

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Breakfast included

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Waipu, Northland

Waipu Caves
‪1 min walk‬
Ruakaka Beach
‪30 min drive‬
Waipu Cove Beach
‪33 min drive‬
Whangarei (WRE)
‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Living/Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

About this property

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Set in the hills close to Waipu Caves with spectacular sea and forest views. This environmentally friendly, rural cottage is solar powered (batteries provide power at night) with gas for heating water and food preparation. Rain is the source of water. Continental breakfast provided. Excellent cell coverage. 15 minutes to Waipu village.

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Breakfast included

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Pet-friendly
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Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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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

Waipu

Waipu is home to this cottage. Waipu Museum and Hundertwasser Art Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Town Basin Marina and Mangawhai Golf Club.

Waipu, Northland

What's nearby

Waipu Caves - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Waipu Museum - 16 min drive - 14.0 km
Ruakaka Beach - 30 min drive - 22.1 km
Town Basin Marina - 31 min drive - 30.6 km
Waipu Cove Beach - 33 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

Whangarei (WRE) - 47 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful setting with amazing ocean views minutes to Waipu Caves pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful setting with amazing ocean views minutes to Waipu Caves?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful setting with amazing ocean views minutes to Waipu Caves?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful setting with amazing ocean views minutes to Waipu Caves located?

Situated in Waipu, this cottage is steps from Waipu Caves and 8.7 mi (14 km) from Waipu Museum. Refining NZ Visitors Centre and Waipu Cove Beach are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Tina W.

24 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So tranquil

We had a lovely peaceful 2 night stay, great facilities and lovely host

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous property

When we drove up to the property we were deloghted to be greeted by rabbits, geese and sheep frolicking through the paddocks.The views over the hills and down to the water were to die for, it is also a great place to watch the sunrise.The shower was warm and strong, the bed is big and super comfy.The room was charming, spacious and clean.Town was an easy drive (recommend McCleods brewery and little 'lato) but not walking distance and we were also very close to the glow worm caves.The host also provided a quality breakfast and snacks.Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona S.

16 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, very comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie W.

28 December 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!! Highly recommend

Maureen was so lovely and the place was gorgeous. Super comfortable bed, peaceful & lovely shower. Delicious chocolates & food too!!

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andre B.

10 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as Advertised

The room was exactly as advertised. Good communication from property manager. Nice and quite spot. Enjoyed our stay

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE C.

28 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional

Attention to detail was amazing! Extremely clean, very comfortable, food and treats, was exceptional.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harrison P.

26 April 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Picturesque couple get-away

The perfect way to end a work trip! Stayed for one night in April with my partner after working in NZ for the week. What a beautiful place, Very welcoming hosts, easy to find, very well aquainted little cottage with a view to die for in the morning. We will be coming back, Thank you! Harry and Claire,

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola W.

23 April 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden gem

We absolutely loved our stay here! The accomodation was clean and surrounded by gorgeous scenery. The hosts were also very friendly and accomodating.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

18 February 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Scenery!

First, let me say that the place was awesome (I did give it 5 stars). I did however make a mistake regarding location. Mareen gave me accurate directions immediately when I booked, I saw I had a message through VRBO (I don't have the app), and I promptly ignored it.When it was time to drive to the place, I couldn't find directions (don't get ahead of the story folks). I messaged her once through email, and once through VRBO, and she responded twice!... through VRBO... Once I got to where I had data again, I saw I had a message in VRBO, and the directions were there thrice, hint hint, the first one I got was after immediately booking it.The map on the property details are inaccurate, however, if it was accurate, it would basically dox her, so I understand why it is that way. (Or it would be such a large area as to be unhelpful to those looking to book).This location is remote, no Wi-Fi, but there are plugs for electrical devices. A nice complement of tea and coffee options.I highly recommend that if you are a city folk like myself, get to the property for the first time before dark! It is a solid 10 minutes of gravel roads before you get there. I've done my fair share of off-roading so it was not a big deal to me, but my wife flat out refused to drive it.TLDR: Place is beautiful and remote. Would rebook.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JayJay O.

18 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and peaceful

When checking in, we had planned to drop off our bags and head out, but when we saw the view from the deck, we ended up spending the late afternoon and evening sitting there. The hills rolled out before us, leading to the ocean, with mountains on one side and islands on the other. And it was so quiet, nothing but the wind in the trees, the twitter of birds, and an occasional roster call. The stove top and provided kitchen ware allowed us to whip up a simple dinner, and the ample refrigerator, which was stocked with drinks and treats, allowed us to store our food. The cabin was delightfully decorated and extremely comfortable. If you don’t mind the wonderful drive up into the hills, you will enjoy this gem.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

20 November 2023

Liked: Amenities

The cottage was amazing, extremely clean and well maintained. All the little details, breakfast, chocolates, great range of tea and coffee, home made orange bread were very luxurious. Maureen was very welcoming and great to talk with. Thank you for the best nights accommodation we had in New Zealand

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

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Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Living/Bedroom

1 bathroom

Bathroom

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