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Exterior
Miami in Mangawhai
So close to beach
Floor plan
Beach

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Northland
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Cliff Walk
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Omaha Beach
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Ocean and Country


Situated on top of the crest overlooking the expansive sea views from the front of this spacious house , and then looking from the lounge, across the large deck westward over the rolling farmland to the mountains beyond. This home has it all when endless views count !
Mangawhai Heads beach is just down the hill, and the township, shops and cafes are only a couple of minutes away.
Would suit one large or even two families (up to 11 people) for an amazing coastal getaway
**Would best suit six adults and up to five children in luxury **
** Please note floor plan/bed layout to ensure that it suits your group**

Children are always more than welcome, and the house has many offerings to keep them busy

This property is fairly new to the Air B&B market, and we have put our heart and soul into fitting it out for your enjoyment.

Linen and Bedding
Linen and towels are NOT included in the tariff but are available as an optional extra at $25 per person, so if you wish us to prepare it for you, please mention in your booking comments and we will make a manual adjustment. Please note that due to the nature of our accommodation service we do not provide a maid service.
**When requesting linen, please be specific, as to which beds are to be made up before arrival (a floor plan can be sent for conformation)

**Otherwise please bring your own top & bottom sheets, pillow cases, and towels. All beds and pillows are fitted with protectors, for health and peace of mind.

There is now also another queen bed in the carpeted garage area for overflow if needed. This also makes a great day bed, with the cool breeze on those hot days.

All other essentials are supplied for your comfort and ease of settling in.

Be quick to secure the dates you desire, as bookings fill up fast, especially in the summer season, and public holidays

Previous guest reviews.....
Our stay was absolutely fantastic! Such a great large space for our big family. This bach was well equipped with everything we needed and more. It is so thoughtfully set up with families and large groups in mind. So many amenities and little extras that were very well received by us. The 360 degree views were just stunning, sitting out on the deck to catch the sunset was just breath taking. The communication with the host was seamless from start to finish. Andrew touched base before our stay to make sure we were all set. He also checked in to make sure we settled in well, which we had indeed thanks to the well written Guest Manual. The location of this bach was also perfect, only minutes away from Mangawhai beach and the town centre for shops, cafes etc. If you are looking for a family friendly place to stay in Mangawhai, this will be perfect! Highly recommend.

Date of arrival - 18 March 2021

For 6 adults and 2 children getting together after being apart for 3 years this house was terrific. Spacious and sparkling clean it had plenty of room for us all plus separate areas to get away from each other if necessary. We loved the outdoor area and the views on both sides were spectacular. Thoroughly recommend it for family get togethers - Mangawhai is a wonderful place for kids and adults.

Date of arrival - 2 May 2022

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Toys and games included
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
Family group gatherings only. No large parties.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside. (Butt buckets supplied)
Linen and towels are NOT included in the tariff but are available as an optional extra at $25 per person, which can be organized before your arrival
Please note water is limited and is not on city supply. Keep showers and wastage to a minimum (in summer especially) Much appreciated.
*** Due to many recent complaints from our neighbors, there is to be no loud noises (even loud voices) after10pm at latest, on outdoor decks **

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 11
Note from host: Family group gatherings only. No large parties.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Mangawhai

Located in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Mangawhai Golf Club and Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Goat Island and Reptile Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mangawhai Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Matakana Village - 41 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Omaha Beach - 47 min drive - 63.3 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cove Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Little Red Fish - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean and Country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ocean and Country?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean and Country on 20 December 2025 start from NZ$650, 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.

How much is parking at Ocean and Country?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ocean and Country?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean and Country?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean and Country located?

This family-friendly Mangawhai holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Golf Club and Mangawhai Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

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

Great family home

Loved our stay, loved the views, check in and communication was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable and well serviced for a large family group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

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

Great spot for family and friends

This is a great spot up on the hill looking out to the estuary and hills on either side of the house. The games room and kids toys were really appreciated and made our holiday break perfect despite some less than ideal weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola A.

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

Lovely getaway

My friends and me had a lovely relaxing weekend away at the house. Andrew was a pleasure to deal with. The house was lovely and tidy with a well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle G.

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

Excellent accommodation

There was plenty of space for our group. The place is well set-out. It was appreciated that there were basic supplies available. Thanks, we enjoyed the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terence H.

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

Lovely house for family get-togethers

Lovely house with great views. Plenty of equipment, children's toys etc. Most enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy v.

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

Great stay for our group

Andrews property was perfect for our group over Easter. The house was so much bigger than expected with plenty of space for 3 families. Everything was clean and in great condition and communication with Andrew was easy before and during our stay. Location is great too, just a short drive to the surf beach or short walk down to the estuary. The kids loved the cupboard full of toys and it kept them busy the entire time! Thanks for a great stay, would highly recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon F.

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

Holiday

Perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

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

Friends and Family

Great home great location and great host Andrew was amazing at communicating with us and made sure that the home was ready for us, very clean and awesome views of the ocean and the valley. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Beautiful home away from home, in Magical Mangawhai!

Our stay was absolutely fantastic! Such a great large space for our big family. This bach was well equipped with everything we needed and more. It is so thoughtfully set up with families and large groups in mind. So many amenities and little extras that were very well received by us. The 360 degree views were just stunning, sitting out on the deck to catch the sunset was just breath taking. The communication with the host was seamless from start to finish. Andrew touched base before our stay to make sure we were all set. He also checked in to make sure we settled in well, which we had indeed thanks to the well written Guest Manual. The location of this bach was also perfect, only minutes away from Mangawhai beach and the town centre for shops, cafes etc. If you are looking for a family friendly place to stay in Mangawhai, this will be perfect! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maaike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful location but frustrating hidden costs

We booked this house with a group of people in anticipation for a friends wedding. The house location is great, atop a slop that overlooks the Mangawhai Heads area. Access to the town and walking trails to the beach were fun and easy. The experience inside the house left a little less to be desired. Before arriving we were told that if we wanted bedding and / or towels for our beds - it would be an extra charge. We were all flying in from the United States so we obviously would need this. Frustrating but we dealt. Then, we were told that upon check-out we would have to pay an additional charge for our trash. These things would've been fine if there was the expectation set upfront in the listing. We also didn't have a working drying, which also wasn't disclosed until we got three. This was a big reason why we booked a house for our stay. There were some other small things that were challenging, like no beach towels that were borrowable. We had to buy our own but otherwise the house came well equipped. It's a great location, great recommendations for activities but average experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul l.

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

Great family get-away

For 6 adults and 2 children getting together after being apart for 3 years this house was terrific. Spacious and sparkling clean it had plenty of room for us all plus separate areas to get away from each other if necessary. We loved the outdoor area and the views on both sides were spectacular. Thoroughly recommend it for family get togethers - Mangawhai is a wonderful place for kids and adults.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

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

Stunning View

Was an enjoyable stay, catered & accomodating to our specific requests, highly recommend. Great communication with host from beginning to end. We will definitely revisit in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillipa O.

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

Great family-friendly spot

This is a well-appointed property, very clean and spacious, with room for everyone, and lots of little extras to keep the kids happy. Thanks to the property owner for the great communication throughout.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenda P.

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

Easy place to enjoy

Good bedroom layouts and amenities are excellent. Decks superb with dining inside and outside opportunities. Very friendly hosts. Views from many perspectives. Two fridges very helpful for bigger groups ( we had 8 adults) and longer stays. Lots of extras available to be used.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Violet P.

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

Kick back & Chillax

Views are stunning and house feels like a home as soon as you step through the door. Neighbours are great too. Spoil yourself you won't regret it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Barltrop

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This is our long time dream holiday house, that we would also like to retire to one day.
We have put our heart and soul into setting it up for others enjoyment in the meantime.

Why they chose this property

It has it all !
The views are amazing and so relaxing
The local community, and vibe is fantastic

What makes this property unique

The best of both worlds - Ocean and Country Luxury

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