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So close to the sea!

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Northland
  • Place, Mangawhai Cliff Walk
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Omaha Beach
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

So close to the sea!

Wake up to beautiful sunrises on the horizon, go for gentle walks on the beach or try your hand at something more adventurous. Magical Mangawhai has plenty to offer. This Lockwood home has recently been renovated with brand new beds, kitchen and bathroom fitted. A large deck overlooks the campground and estuary with views out to sea towards Great Barrier. Easy access to the estuary and a 10 minute walk to the shops. A must do is visit Bennett's Chocolate factory and the Saturday morning organic markets is full of treats for your stay including the best free range eggs, a local coffee bean roast and delicious cheeses. The local butcher has won numerous awards for his quality meat for the BBQ and the deli in the Heads has fantastic cheese sticks. There is a choice of restaurants, and at the surf club, during the fine weekends, you can get a delicious frozen fruit yogurt cone or coffee from the locals. If you are up for some exercise, the 3 hr Cliff walk from the surf beach is spectacular. There are other great walks and wineries to keep you busy. The newly built skate park and play area will entertain the children for hours. Special conditions: The bach is alarmed and helpful hints for your stay are on a card on arrival. Available from 4pm check in and 11am check out.

Extras: Wifi (Required, $7 per night); Cleaning (Required, NZ$150.00 per stay);
Linen (Required, $30.00 per person);

Please let me know what beds you would like to use at the time of your booking so we can ensure the right ones are ready for you.

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About the area

Mangawhai

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai. Mangawhai Golf Club and Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Cliff Walk. Travelling with kids? Consider Goat Island and Reptile Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Mangawhai Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 6 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Matakana Village - 40 min drive - 54.7 km
  • Omaha Beach - 46 min drive - 62.6 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cove Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Little Red Fish - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬13 min walk

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. 56 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gareth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location by the beach with an amazing view and comfortably slept 5 adults. Very well equipped with kitchen stuff and we really appreciated the proper coffee machine!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location with awesome views. Walk to beach in just a few minutes. Kayaks available too. Exceptionally comfortable facilities made this feel like home away from home. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2026
Glad you had an awesome stay!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cliff T.

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

Really enjoyed the house. It was so relaxing and the views from the deck were fantastic

A great property in a nice location made for a fantastic holiday
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2022
Great to have such wonderful guests. You are welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa L.

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

Lovely bach & great views

Lovely place to stay. Great views and well equipped bach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Great location, beautiful house

Had a lovely stay. Hosts were great made everything so easy. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2020
Thanks for being great guests. Welcome back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sasha R.

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

Great views, great location

A lovely property, super clean, well-stocked and well located to the estuary, Manawhai Heads Reserve. We loved our stay as did our kids (8 & 10) - especially loved all the cookbooks to browse through!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marie B.

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

Lovely Bach by the campground

Great location and view
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niccola P.

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

Seaside Getaway

Great location and property. Lots of local walks, fabulous view and tonnes of space to lounge about and do as little as possible! Would definately stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Glad you had a good time, be sure to come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dinah W.

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

Felt like a holiday in an exotic location

Perfect location for a stay in Mangawhai Heads. Amazing views, plenty of room, well equiped and easy access to all activities and facilities. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thanks for coming, we would love to have you back again.
Verified

8/10 Good

OzandNyree B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house is great, but need some TLC when it comes to cleaning. We stayed during the latest storm, and there was a small leak in the lounge/conservatory entrance, which got fixed quickly by the owner. Great to have aircon in both the lounge and the hallway!. Overall, great location and amazing views!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2026
Thanks for coming and letting us know about the leak. We’ll be taking care of that for sure.
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen H.

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

Beautiful views and very comfortable

Quick, efficient communication from the host, beautiful views, plenty of space for the 4 of us and perfectly warm for the winter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Glad you had a great time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Amazing spot with everything you need

A fantastic stay at this well maintained and clean properly. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2022
Thanks very much for coming! You are welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrine P.

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

Great location and lovely hosts

A homely property with stunning views over the estuary. Natalie was an excellent host, always helpful and prompt with communication. We would thoroughly recommend this as a place to stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2020
Thanks Katrine for your good communication and great review. You are welcome back again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KATHRYN M.

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

A well equiped bach in a central location.

Great location with a really nice outlook. Everything you need to enjoy a relaxing time away in a beautiful part of the country.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Pleased you had a great getaway.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

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

Very enjoyable

House was amazing as described. Would love to return some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

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

Well presented and well equipped Bach in a fabulous location

Great communication with owner, excellent Bach in terms of comfort and location
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen R.

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

Fantastic views

Lovely house to stay in, no problems, awesome Internet service throughout storm 😂, comfortable beds and close to shops and beaches. Highly recommend 😁
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2022
Thank you for coming, shame we couldn't organise the weather for you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Great Bach, brilliant host

Natalie was quick and easy to deal with, Bach was perfect. Thank you for a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2020
Thanks again, hope to see you back again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

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

Happy Holidays!

Very clean well kept property with everything available for our needs. Great views and incredibly handy for us as we were with the Surf Club Camp. Kids had a ball, parents got the relaxation that was needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo C.

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

Mangawhai Bliss

We had the best stay-awesome house,easy dealing with the owner-great property manager.I was sad to have to leave!.We will definitely be back.Thanks so much.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
We would love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ange V.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home!

We had a great stay in Mangawhai. Had abit of a check in issue but wasn’t a big problem. House was clean and tidy, all amenities as described. Views were lovely. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Sorry about the mishap with the check in, glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt S.

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

Thank you

Great break from Auckland. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2022
Thanks for being a great guest. Welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

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

Great bach

The house was perfect for our week working in Mangawhai. Not too far from the job and close to shops and restaurants. It was great to have a private and quiet space to return to in the evenings. Communication was quick and easy. The space itself, was clean and tidy with safe off street parking for two work vehicles. We would highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 October 2020
Great to have you stay, welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alistair W.

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

Sunny and Easy

I found the property to be very easy to stay in, convenient location to estuary and a short drive to the local shops and cafe's. The house itself is a refurbished lockwood style home and very sunny ,warm and tidy with all the mod cons you need. Privacy was a key for me as I wanted to wind down and chill out, it was far more private than I thought it would be with the camping ground in front buts its perched behind and up the hill which affords a view, cool little house
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2022
Thanks for being such great guests, you are welcome back any time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Claude L.

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

Magical place, very relaxing

Very relaxing place with fantastic views over the harbour and sandspit. We stayed for 6 comfortable nights, cooked our own meals in the well-appointed kitchen, and enjoyed long walks around the estuary and at Te Arai beach. The house is as advertised. We liked that even though the interior was recently renovated, the owner have kept it simple like real kiwi beach house should be. It is very clean and tidy. Communication with the owner and manager were a breeze. We will surely try to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay and would gladly welcome you back again.
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