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Classic Kiwi Bach – Sun, Space & Easy Beach Living

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Exterior
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Downstairs bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Second bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Classic Kiwi Bach – Sun, Space & Easy Beach Living

This much-loved Kiwi bach has a charm all of its own and is the perfect spot for a laid-back family getaway. The large north-facing upstairs balcony soaks up all-day sun, making it an ideal place for morning coffee, long lunches, or evening drinks.
Downstairs, a rumpus room gives kids and teenagers their own space to hang out. Bean bags and hammocks are on hand for relaxing in the sunshine or curling up with a good book.
Outside, the large front lawn is a real bonus – perfect for backyard cricket, lawn games, or a friendly sunset game of pétanque.
Stay as connected (or disconnected) as you like with Wi-Fi, Sky TV, plus an internet-enabled TV so you can cast your favourite movies.
Location couldn’t be easier:
A short stroll to the estuary and children’s playground by the campground
Approx 15 minutes’ walk to the surf beach, avoiding summer parking hassles

Planning a cooler-weather escape? There’s a fireplace to keep things cosy for a sneaky winter getaway.

Please note:
* Linen is not provided. Guests will need to bring their own sheets, pillowcases, towels, and tea towels.
* This is a typical old school bach with some areas renovated. If aesthetics are important to you, then our house is probably not right for you!
* Relaxed, sunny, and family-friendly – this bach is all about simple pleasures and easy holiday living.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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
There are internal stairs.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Mangawhai

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai. Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Cliff Walk reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Goat Island and Reptile Park. Action Ninja World and SheepWorld are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Mangawhai Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mangawhai Village Market - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Matakana Village - 40 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Omaha Beach - 46 min drive - 62.9 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cove Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Little Red Fish - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Classic Kiwi Bach – Sun, Space & Easy Beach Living pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Classic Kiwi Bach – Sun, Space & Easy Beach Living?

As of 15 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Classic Kiwi Bach – Sun, Space & Easy Beach Living on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$241, 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 Classic Kiwi Bach – Sun, Space & Easy Beach Living?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Classic Kiwi Bach – Sun, Space & Easy Beach Living?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Classic Kiwi Bach – Sun, Space & Easy Beach Living?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Classic Kiwi Bach – Sun, Space & Easy Beach Living located?

Located in Mangawhai Heads, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Museum and Mangawhai Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

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

Perfect house for what we needed, great location.

Managed to find this house in short notice, wicked location, beds were clean and comfortable. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elvira H.

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

Great Location

Great hosts, cozy accommodations. Great value. Would stay again given the opportunity!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monika G.

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

Old school Bach stay

Nice little holiday away, Bach is close to the estuary and has a nice garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Anika M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to beach and lovely vibe

A lovely property overall. Heaps of ants and cockroaches everywhere sadly. But we would definitely stay again. Close to beach and had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Chris H.

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

Great overall stay

We enjoyed staying at this property, good old 'Kiwi Bach' which is in a good location to the beach/estuary. The place was clean and we had good communication with the owners. There is a couple of updates they need to make to make the place more comfortable ie BBQ and stove, but other than that, we really enjoyed our time :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

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

Very pleasant owner.

Very helpful owner. Went the extra mile to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jono M.

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

The Pull Through of Doom

Awesome place too stay has all the necessities you need too survive all weather elements thrown your way. A nice Bach feeling too it.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona K.

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

Great location.

The property was an older style bach type house. Worked well for us with plenty of beds and good amount of room. Bathroom a bit tired but everything worked. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

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

Great family stay

Property was in a nice central location, an excellent choice for families with teenagers with the bedroom n rumpus downstairs. With it's late 70's batch vibe, was perfect for us, not the ritz so not forever worried the kids don't touch something they're not supposed to. Dallas was absolutely accommodating to our special request and communication with him was excellent, thankyou again Dallas. Will be back for sure.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

lance r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Old y but alright

Very old and not so clean 1 shower down stairs but very handy position
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tim A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Xmas Holiday - Dec 2023

Cons: My wife had to wipe black mould off the bedroom curtains and walls. The stove top elements don't heat up. Cockroach infested, had to buy spray from the shop to stop some of them going into our food at night. Pros: Beds were comfortable. Good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Robin N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Classic bach at Mangawhai Heads

The old bach was much as the owner had described- roomy, comfortable enough, given its age and condition, safe with a fenced, gated lawn in front. We would advise cleaner pays more attention to details, like replacing used up soaps, filling liquid soaps and kitchen detergent and cleaning dead insects from all window sills. Little things but they make a difference. Road noise was considerable at times, but the location for an easy walk to the beautiful estuary and little beaches around it was great and it is a 3 minute drive to surf beach or shops. Beds were all very comfortable. Thanks for our classic bach weekend Dallas.😊
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Richard H.

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

Lovely location

Great host to deal with and had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

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

Great bach

Had a great stay in this cool retro bach. Great location and lots of room for the family. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angielique P.

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

Lovely Summer Bach

Great communication with Dallas. Thank you again for having us stay in this lovely batch. So spacious & close by to beach and shopping centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ripleigh E.

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

Better than expected.

Had booked this last minute! And it exceeded all my expectations. The house is so big and roomy and felt really comfortable! So close to the beach and restaurants. Dallas was so nice and was easy to get a hold of. The home is equipped with everything! Beds were so comfy! Most of my family are over 6 foot so we struggled with the shower a little bit. Everything else was amazing! We had the best time. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Sarah C.

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

Wonderful Mangawhai Bach

We had a lovely weekend away at this bach. It was a great size, so much space for a family or group! Very clean and the host gave lots of info/communication. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janine S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Had plenty of friendly info from owners. The property was very nice on a whole and just what we were expecting. Could have been a little tidier, lots of dusty areas and spiders around but I overall, was clean and comfy. Would recommend to a family or large group.

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Fantastic, relaxing break

We had such a great time during our stay and we certainly hope to do it again. Accommodation: The accommodation was just what we were looking for, clean, cozy, comfortable and so convenient being a quick walk to the estuary and easy drive to the surf beach. Area: The area is awesome with options in the estuary for quiet play, or fun in the waves at the surf beach. It really does cater for families of all ages. I certainly would recommend both the accommodation and the area for a wonderful family break
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

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