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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Houhora, Pukenui

Henderson Bay4 min drive
Ninety Mile Beach31 min drive
Kaitaia (KAT)51 min drive
Karikari Peninsula58 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Was all we needed. The blind on front viewing window was broken, however did not impact on our stay. Nice surprise of ch...

Carolyn G.

Apr 19, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Shell Cottage - lovely cottage situated in Pukenui

Lovely 2 bedroom holiday home located right in the centre of Pukenui. Walking distance to the wharf, 4 Square, Liquor Shop, Cafe, Houhora Big Game Fishing Club and minutes drive to Cape Reinga and some of the best beaches in NZ. Perfect for families, room for the boat and even a tent. BBQ, dishwasher, laundry, TV, Fridge/freezer ....... Pets by arrangement. We look forward to hosting you.
Special conditions:
Smoking outside ONLY.
Pets by arrangement.
Cot and highchair available on request.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

Property manager

Lillypad

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 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

About the area

Pukenui

this holiday home is located in Pukenui. While the natural beauty of Henderson Bay and Ninety Mile Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Carrington Golf Course. Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.

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Houhora, Pukenui

What's nearby

Henderson Bay - 4 min drive
Ninety Mile Beach - 31 min drive
Tokerau Beach - 48 min drive
Karikari Peninsula - 58 min drive
Rangiputa Beach - 59 min drive

Getting around

Kaitaia (KAT) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pukenui Pacific Bar & Cafe - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Shell Cottage - lovely cottage situated in Pukenui pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shell Cottage - lovely cottage situated in Pukenui?

As of 27 July 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shell Cottage - lovely cottage situated in Pukenui on 31 July 2024 start from NZ$159.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Shell Cottage - lovely cottage situated in Pukenui?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shell Cottage - lovely cottage situated in Pukenui?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shell Cottage - lovely cottage situated in Pukenui located?

Situated in Pukenui, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Henderson Bay and 8.8 mi (14.1 km) from Ninety Mile Beach. Ancient Kauri Kingdom and Okahu Estate Winery are also within 32 miles (52 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

24 June 2024

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

Fantastic

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn G.

19 April 2024

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

Great access for Cape Reinga

Was all we needed. The blind on front viewing window was broken, however did not impact on our stay. Nice surprise of choccies, sun room and space all extras. Thank you

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl C.

12 April 2024

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

Fishing Trip

Handy to everything

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

17 September 2023

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

Lovely spot! Close to the stores

Very clean, had everything we needed. Many thanks.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette S.

2 August 2023

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

Home Away from Home

Excellent holiday spot. Great host, awesome location with shops next door, and the wharfe in walking distance for a stroll and a chat with locals. The beds were a bit hard, but we got by okay. Everything you need in a house was there. Would recommend to anyone wanting great accommodation.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

dawn c.

14 June 2023

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

Perfect home away from home

Beautifully presented with everything you need. Four cirners and a great cafe and bar 2 doors away. Perfect location for heading up to Cape Reinga.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny G.

21 May 2023

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

Great place!

Fantastic cottage in a great location. Very comfortable all round, with all amenities we needed. Very spacious, loved it!

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

26 March 2023

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

Lovely Home

Absolutely wonderful stay.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

8 March 2023

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

Pukenui intrigued us immensely!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay everything with in walkimg distance.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

26 February 2023

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

Stay in comfort on the way to the Cape

Modest, very clean and totally comfortable . We would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kellianne O.

2 February 2023

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

Perfect for our family of 4

Great place, well equipped and clean. Perfect spot for seeing the Far North. Thanks for having us.

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ava F.

18 January 2023

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

Excellent property! Everything you need at your fingertips..

Beautiful fish & chips up the road by the honey bees 🐝

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

10 January 2023

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

Clean and friendly hosts

Very clean and tidy and had everything we needed. We had some car troubles as we were leaving and your cleaning ladies were so friendly and were an amazing help, which we really appreciated it.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susanne K.

9 January 2023

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

Very nice accomodation

Great location, close to Cape Reinga an 90 miles beach. Café and supermarket just around the corner, lots of space, close to the harbour and other swimming spots.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

30 December 2022

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

Great cottage, great location

Highly recommend, beautifully clean, close to shop and wharf.. well equipped house.. we shall stay again and recommend to others

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie L.

26 September 2022

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

Great cottage!

Super clean and tidy, plenty of room. Everything you'd need in the cottage is provided and also it's right next to shops/takeaway. Perfect!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ivan H., Christchurch, New Zealand.

15 September 2022

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

Lovely little cottage,roomy,excellent stopover to or from Cape Reinga.

Close to road, but very quiet. Very tidy and clean, can't fault. Good time enjoyed by myself, wife and friends. VREY HAPPY. 👍👌

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

6 September 2022

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

Conveniently situated for both work and recreation in the Far North

Clean , tidy, comfy, well appointed, close proximity to a cafe and wine store is a bonus.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lesley T.

5 August 2022

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

Great

Very easy

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona D.

16 June 2022

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

Wonderful Place

We loved every moment of our stay… from the time we walked in….. super clean, all that we needed to enjoy our stay… communication with our host was amazing!! We will definitely be recommending to our friends and family…. Can’t wait to go back!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb A.

15 May 2022

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

Got it all

Very relaxing beach batch. Couldn’t ask for more.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

4 May 2022

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

Stay

Amazing place, spotless and had everything you need.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

stuart l.

14 April 2022

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

Awesome

Awesome again

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

KARL B.

20 March 2022

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

Perfection in Pukenui

Great accomodation, would definitely recommend to others. It was just what we needed to relax after a great day at the Cape. Very well equipped and 10/10 for cleanliness. Friendly and easy communication with owner. Also enjoyed the easy access to the local store and dining close by not to mention the real fruit icecream in Houhora. Loved that it was close enough to also venture out to Ninety Mile beach as well. We look forward to our next stay. Thanks for having us :)

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

13 March 2022

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

Great place to stay

We booked in without any issues the communication with the property manager was excellent. Jonze we go to the accomodation it was fantastic. We enjoyed how the place was set up and all the amenities. We also liked how close it was to the shops. Great place to stay and will be back again. Definitely recommend staying here.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lillypad

We live locally - my husband is a commercial fisherman.

Why they chose this property

Super close to all amenities - perfect stopover for those visiting Cape Reinga & 90 Mile Beach. Or stay a few days, bring the boat and enjoy our Far North fishing grounds.