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Charming Country Getaway in Waipu Hills - 20 mins to the beach!
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Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Barbecue
- Internet access
- Barbecue
- Refrigerator
Explore the area

Waipu, Northland
- Waipu MuseumPlace, Waipu Museum13 min drive
- Ruakaka BeachPlace, Ruakaka Beach21 min drive
- Waipu Cove BeachPlace, Waipu Cove Beach27 min drive
- Whangarei (WRE)Airport, Whangarei (WRE)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Charming Country Getaway in Waipu Hills - 20 mins to the beach!
Plan your getaway at Sage Studio in the hills of Waipu. A charming, warm & cosy private space for one to two people on a 15-acre lifestyle property. Free WIFI and a heat pump for those super warm/cool evenings. The kitchen is set up for a cook. The self-contained studio is attached to the homeowner's garage. 10 mins to Waipu. 20 mins to Langs, Waipu Cove. Great for walking, beaches, cafes, reading & resting. Visit Waipu Caves and Piroa Falls. 3 Cats reside on the property.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9762172
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
About the area
Waipu
Waipu is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Waipu Cove Beach and Ruakaka Beach, while Waipu Museum and Mangawhai Museum are cultural highlights. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.

Waipu, Northland
What's nearby
- Waipu Museum - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
- Ruakaka Beach - 21 min drive - 22.7 km
- Waipu Cove Beach - 27 min drive - 20.6 km
- Lang's Beach - 28 min drive - 24.1 km
- Waipu Caves - 29 min drive - 23.4 km
Getting around
- Whangarei (WRE) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
- Waipu Pizza Barn - 13 min drive
- little RED - 13 min drive
- Unit Six Cafe - 13 min drive
- Tulip Espresso & Bakery - 23 min drive
- Waipu Tavern - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Country Getaway in Waipu Hills - 20 mins to the beach! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Charming Country Getaway in Waipu Hills - 20 mins to the beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Country Getaway in Waipu Hills - 20 mins to the beach!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Country Getaway in Waipu Hills - 20 mins to the beach! located?
Situated in Waipu, this apartment building is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Waipu Museum and within 12 miles (20 km) of Waipu Cove Beach and Ruakaka Beach. Waipu Caves and Lang's Beach are also within 16 miles (25 km).
About the host
Your host
Pete and Amanda share this 15-acre slice of paradise with two horses and three cats. Amanda works in Events. Pete is currently developing our property.
Amanda ran a B&B in Mangawhai called Willow Creek before we moved to Waipu and loves hospitality, travel and meeting new people. Pete can fix most things. He's a handy person to have around a lifestyle property!
Amanda ran a B&B in Mangawhai called Willow Creek before we moved to Waipu and loves hospitality, travel and meeting new people. Pete can fix most things. He's a handy person to have around a lifestyle property!
Why they chose this property
Stunning rural views. A cosy, comfy space for some R&R.
What makes this property unique
Beautiful, quiet space in the country with stunning views of the Waipu hills and distant sea views of Bream Bay.
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