A beautiful waterfront, self-contained, one bedroom apartment

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McLeod Bay, Whangarei Heads

Mcleod Bay
‪6 min walk‬
Mount Manaia
‪2 min drive‬
Bream Head Coast Walks
‪11 min drive‬
Whangarei (WRE)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Living room

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

MPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE: We regret to advise that the calendar is temporarily closed for bookings from 12 May 2025. However, we will reopen the dates for bookings from 1 October 2025. We appreciate your ongoing support and thank you for your patience. THANK YOU!

Spoil yourself and your loved one(s)..... Snuggle up while looking at the ever changing unobstructed sea view outside.

We have a beautiful, one-bedroom, apartment which is fully self-contained and directly opposite a beach. You can enjoy the views (including stunning sunsets!) either while you are in bed or from your private deck while enjoying a glass of your favourite refreshment.

The apartment is 70m2 and has a spacious bathroom, along with a separate laundry (washing machine). A full modern kitchen with fridge/freezer, ceramic cooktop, oven, microwave and Espressotoria Coffee Maker. The pantry includes basic supplies (including salt/pepper/tea/coffee/sugar/cereal/ground coffee and plunger). Keep warm or cool via the heat pump. There is a Queen bed in the bedroom and a King Single bed in the Lounge. A roll-away bed or porta-cot (sheets & blankets) can also be provided.

Provided is:
• Excellent Mobile coverage within the apartment.
• Complimentary unlimited WIFI (excellent reception).
• Complimentary Sky TV (50+ channels including Movies and Sport).
• Free use of a BBQ, 2-person Kayak, life jackets and snorkel gear to explore the calm bays/coves/nearby marine reserve.
• On-site parking (including space for boat parking).

The apartment is also close to eateries including The Deck Cafe and McLeod Bay Takeaway(2 minutes’ drive). The Parua Bay Tavern (10 minutes’ drive), 2 cafes (Indian and Pizza), mini supermarket, gym, bakery, bottle store, and hairdresser (6 minutes’ drive away).

McLeod Bay is one of the most popular and picturesque bays along the scenic coast of Whangarei Heads peninsula. We are close to many stunning coastal and mountain walks, including Mt Manaia (to suit all levels of fitness), a marine reserve, and a beautiful surfing beach (Oceans Beach) with its white sand dunes.

Your hosts live in the main house (above the apartment) and will leave you in peace to enjoy your time. However, we can be contacted at any time. We hope we can assist you to have an enjoyable stay on your holiday or brief escape...

Perfect for a couple but comfortable for 3 people (a couple and a child/adult). However, a roll-away bed can be provided for that 4th person/child.
Special conditions:
Smoking outside only please (away from the front door of the apartment). Thank you.

NOTE: As there is no cleaning fee it would be appreciated (as per Kiwi bach tradition) if you would please clean the BBQ (if you have used it) before you leave. Thank you.

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fishandjandal

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

A roll-away bed or a porta-crib can be provided.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is allowed outside only please.

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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 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Whangarei Heads

Located in Whangarei Heads, this apartment is in the mountains and on the beach. Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou and Old Library Arts Centre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

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McLeod Bay, Whangarei Heads

What's nearby

Mcleod Bay - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Mount Manaia - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Bream Head Coast Walks - 11 min drive - 7.5 km
Ocean Beach - 19 min drive - 9.6 km
Ruakaka Beach - 51 min drive - 56.2 km

Getting around

Whangarei (WRE) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Two Birds Cafe, Ruakaka Cafes - ‬50 min drive
‪Smith & Local Parua Bay - ‬6 min drive
‪Land & Sea - ‬53 min drive
‪McLeod Bay Fish and Chips - ‬11 min walk
‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A beautiful waterfront, self-contained, one bedroom apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A beautiful waterfront, self-contained, one bedroom apartment?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A beautiful waterfront, self-contained, one bedroom apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A beautiful waterfront, self-contained, one bedroom apartment located?

Nestled on the beach, this Whangarei Heads apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Mcleod Bay, Reotahi Bay and Taurikura Bay. Mount Manaia is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

15 February 2025

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

Great place to relax

Lovely nothing to conplain about ..Great outlook all day long ..nice coffee shop up the road ..nice and flat for a morning walk..

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arahia (Ali) W., Brisbane, Australia

26 October 2019

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

Great location for a quiet getaway

Lovely hostess and property is exactly as portrayed which was excellent.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Heidi J.

4 September 2022

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

Fantastic home away from home!

We had a wonderful stay at this lovely property. The host were amazing and made sure we had everything we need. Can highly recommend this accomodation and wonderful host!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Asanka P.

1 January 2023

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

Wonderful stay

we enjoyed alot during our stay in here. The host was amazing and everything we wanted was already there. One of the best bookabatch stay for us. Will definitely revisit this place

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

16 October 2023

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

Home away from home

We loved this little place. Jacqui is a delight and so many little touches that made it even more special and as we travel NZ not the norm! Our little place was super clean, had everything you could want, gorgeous view and close to many walks.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annabel Z.

14 October 2019

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

Lovely sea view

We enjoyed our stay, the location was lovely with a view of the sea. It was spacious with everything we needed and more. It was clean, the bed was comfy and our host was friendly and welcoming - offering a glass of wine as we checked in.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

28 July 2022

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

Excellent place to stay

It's a beautiful place - great to look out over the bay. The accommodation is impeccably finished and presented. The area is wonderfully interesting. We loved our two nights at The Fish and Jandal. Michael and Robin, July 2022

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynda B.

6 December 2022

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

Highly recommended

Amazing location, wonderful hosts, excellent amenities and clean. Will definitely be back. Thank you Jacqueline and John

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rangimaria A.

4 September 2022

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

Beautiful 😍

Had the best weekend away with my husband for his birthday 🥳 Beautiful View Just relaxed which we haven’t done in a very long time. Thank you 😊

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don L.

4 October 2022

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

Fantastic hosts and facilities

I booked this on behalf of my sister and her husband when they were visiting from Australia. Their comments were that Fish and Jandal is perfectly located on the shoreline of one of the most attractive parts of New Zealand. The hosts are exceptional with an incredible attention to the needs of their guests. Theywould recommend this accommodation to anyone who was wanting to explore Whangarei or the Heads

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

28 March 2016

The batch is beautiful decorated with quite a romantic feel to it.

The batch is beautiful decorated with quite a romantic feel to it. It's easy to see that it's well maintained and cleaned after every use. Our first impression was wow this feels like a five star accommodation in comparison to our last batch. The view was also beautiful. We will definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

10 October 2023

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

One of the very best!

Jacqui’s house was superb in very way. She has thought of everything you would ever need or want in a holiday home. The attention to detail was amazing and the house was scrupulously clean. The view from the house is lovely and the outdoor seating is excellent. Thanks for the suggestions for walks Jacqui, and we did call in at the Utopia coffee shop. It certainly is a unique little cafe.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

12 November 2023

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

What a fantastic getaway 😍

Jacqueline and John were fantastic hosts and we would highly recommend a stay at the Fish and Jandal! We were greated upon arrival and had a quick rundown of the unit, which was lovely! Jacqueline and John had prepared a breakfast snack for us as they knew we had been travelling and would not make the supermarket. We really appreciated this little touch, which was not at all expected. We would definitely stay here again in a heartbeat! Thanks again for a wonderful stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Della L.

21 January 2023

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Hospitality Abounds

Jacquelinevis a very generous and helpful host. The bed was super comfortable. The whole place is spotless with plenty of well-appointed space with a good kitchen, bathroom, laundry etc. Exceptional location - scenic and beach/swimming access directly across the road. Beautiful sunset on the water views. We cannot fault this and unreservedly recommend you take a break here.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

24 January 2016

The property is located across the road from the water's edge.

The property is located across the road from the water's edge. Peaceful, tranquil with an amazing view. Early morning swim is recommended. The unit has all the toys you need for the water. Great find.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

22 March 2016

Words are not enough.

Words are not enough... maybe ambiance. You must come and see what this amazing hostess has put in place to make your stay a most memorable one. You will fall in love with this holiday experience which has so much to offer in its inner up market decor, harbour views, beach and bush surroundings

10/10 Excellent

Manju B.

25 April 2023

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Never have we ever....

...stayed at a place where the host is so very thoughtful with exceptional attention to detail that the guests feel they are in a "home away from home" and want for NOTHING!! We are truly appreciative of your warmth and genuine care to make our stay a memorable one. Thank you Jacqui & John.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi M.

10 December 2023

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

Paradise

A great place to stay, with every imaginable detail taken care of.. to the chocolates, fresh juice, to the fruit and chopped watermelon and assortment of cakes and goodies that met us on our arrival. Percolated coffee or pod coffee.. the choice is yours. Generous, lovely hosts and the property does not disappoint. The photos do not do it justice. It is peaceful and quiet and the bay is just across the road and the views from the unit are stunning. You won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

rob w., minneapolis, MN

27 March 2024

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

Loved this place!

When we booked this property, we figured it would be a good base for exploring the northland, including Bay of Islands. After we spent some time talking with owners Jacqueline and John we realized we had everything we needed right there in Whangerei Heads and Whangerei. Hikes up Mt Manaia and Mt Aubrey were great - not too long or hard with excellent views and those curious rock formations! We spent another day in Whangerei itself, walking through impressive forests at AH Reed Kauri Park to a waterfall, followed by the sculpture walk in town and a chance to explore the work of the extensive local arts community. And in the evenings we were able to take the owners' kayaks out into the protected McLeod Bay right in front of the property. Swimming there was another treat. The property is very comfortable and well equipped. And making the whole stay extra special were Jacqueline and John, the friendliest and most informative hosts you could ask for! We loved our time here and would happily spend a week or more here if we get the chance to come back to New Zealand.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue R.

24 November 2021

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

Wedding Anniversary Holiday @ McLeods Bay

My husband & I booked the Fish & Jandal as it looked perfect for our 25th Wedding Anniversary holiday. We loved the location plus the look of the apartment. We were pleasantly pleased the location was exactly how we imagined it to be. The Decor' was pristine, all the special touches were so special. Even platters with fresh pineapple & strawberries, pasteries , etc... Jaqueline is the perfect host, available if needed & a delightful , friendly person. The unit is well appointed with lounge with an extra bed for relaxing or that extra quest. The modern kitchen is stocked & a really workable space. Bathroom , toilet plus Laundry all spacious & clean. The Bedroom is a real treat with view of the harbour with the opportunity to close the dble sliding doors if privacy is required. The deck area is perfect for that evening glass of wine, friends dropping in or day time R& R . We had 5 days & 4 nights @ McLeods Bay ... the Fish & Jandal left us feeling recharged, revived & the urge to return hopefully in the near future.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

10 May 2022

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

Absolute bliss!

What a perfect location with a beautiful view of the water right across the road. Very quiet and relaxing which was just what we needed. Close to some awesome walks. Jacqueline and John were wonderful hosts. Thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian D.

10 April 2022

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

Stunning location

A very well set up apartment with a stunning outlook. Very friendly and welcoming hosts

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

26 March 2022

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

Beautiful Waterfront Unit

Beautiful Waterfront location. Self contained unit as part of larger home. Property manager very friendly and happy to help with anything.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bev J.

3 February 2022

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

Fabulous property

Top property, great location and awesome owners. Definitely recommend this property, everything you would ever want is available at this property , will be back if ever up that way again . Many thank Jacqueline & John.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alison W.

3 February 2022

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

Special touches of a fresh fruit platter, cupcakes, orange juice for breakfast was really nice.

Made to feel so welcome. Lovely hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by fishandjandal

We hope we can assist you to have a truly magical stay and have stocked the apartment with all the essential items you could need or want to make your holiday/break easier. We want you to relax and enjoy your stay and thank you for considering a stay at The Fish and Jandal. We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you.

Special Note: please be rest assured that, should there be unforeseen “lockdowns” due to COVID-19 / Omicron, then you will receive a full refund of any payment(s) received.

Why they chose this property

We will greet you with a warm welcome and a glass of your preferred beverage (a glass of beer / red or white wine) and leave you in peace to relax and enjoy your stay. We will ensure that you have everything you need for a comfortable stay. The apartment is like a home away from home with everything you could possible want or need. It will not disappoint. However please just text or ring the doorbell should you require anything further or have a question.

Only metres from the water with views to truly enjoy - this is a very special property ... The apartment is close to many scenic bays / beaches and coastal walks whilst also offering an array of swimming / snorkeling / fishing options.

The apartment has a folder that provides useful information to assist you.

What makes this property unique

A beautifully positioned self-contained apartment opposite a safe sandy bay. Within a couple of seconds of leaving your private deck you can be dipping your toes in the sand or sea. Swim, snorkel, kayak, surf, walk, relax, soak up the sun, and be sporty….or not…..Relax and enjoy your well deserved break.....maybe you will see dolphins or Orca as they visit the bay. You will also see and hear many of our NZ birds in our nearby trees. During the night you can often hear the Kiwi calling. Whangarei Heads has proudly increased the Kiwi population from 80 kiwi in 2000 to approximately 1,000 kiwi in 2021.

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