Tune in to the good vibes zone at Granddad’s Retro Holiday Home, where you can kick back and groove like it’s 1975!
This funky boutique pad is a total blast from the past — a time warp to when life was simple, furniture was solid, and style had flair.
Step inside and feel the mellow vibe — warm tones, bold pops of colour, and vintage treasures everywhere you look. Chill out in the lounge with comfy retro furniture, spin some vinyl on the old record player, or catch a bit of nostalgia on the vintage telly.
The kitchen’s got all the modern gear (Granddad’s not that old-school) — perfect for cooking up a feast or firing up the BBQ for a summer evening on the deck. Each bedroom has its own groovy personality, complete with cozy duvets and plush pillows for a top-notch night’s sleep.
Out back, the big deck overlooks a lush garden full of fruit trees — plums, apples, grapes, feijoas, and a few exotic surprises. After a day exploring, soak your cares away in the spa pool or get into some backyard fun with Swingball, croquet, or a game of cricket.
You’re in a cruisy spot — just a short stroll from the skate park, adventure playground, Whangārei town centre, the Hundertwasser Museum, cafés, and the Riverside Loop Walk.
Granddad’s Retro Holiday Home has soul, baby — a cool mix of old-school charm and modern comfort that’ll have you feeling right at home. So kick off your jandals, pour a cold one, and relax, retro-style.
BOOK IT NOW, MY SWEET BROTHERS AND SISTERS ………..RIGHT ON!
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Frequently asked questions
Is Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes?
As of 2 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes on 23 June 2026 start from NZ$195, 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 Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes located?
Located in Parahaki, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mair Park, Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou and Hundertwasser Art Centre. Town Basin Marina and Claphams Clock Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Cute Bach, full of nostalgia and very relaxing. Really cool, brought back loads of childhood memories. Good linen! Thanks it was fun and definitely would be back.
I booked the place for some wedding guests to stay there. I didn’t meet the host or see the place myself but he made it exceptionally easy for people to check in and I heard the place was clean and a great vibe. Thank you Nick!
We enjoyed listening to the old record player, dressing up in retro gear, reading old comics and playing games from our childhood in the lounge that felt so familiar and homely. We slept well and the comfy beds. A lovely place to stay!
This place is really well equipped, very clean, lovely linen and fluffy towels. Nice decor and is well located close driving distance to the town.
Loved the props. Thanks Pop for a great stay.
The property was really well prepared, comfortable and instructions and communications easy. A wonderful base for attending a family event in Whangarei. Everything we needed, felt like a home.
We had the best stay at Grandads! The house was spotless, cosy, homely and comfortable and the hot tub divine! The retro aspects of the home brought heaps of fun and joy and I loved enjoying the record player! All the specials touches and attention to detail from the host was much appreciated and I would love to come back again soon! Highly recommended!!
Such a cute retro home. Was tidy and welcoming. Lights and heating were on when we arrived.
Communication was prompt and our host was kind enough to block dates ahead of our stay due to a bereavement. Will stay again.
The owner put on the heaters so that the house was warm when we arrived. A well organised house
Great location for both city and Whangārei Heads. A very comfortable house with good facilities and pleasant home with a well stocked kitchen. Very clean and spacious
Loved location very quite.2adults 5 children home was lovely,home away from home. Regardless of the weather lots of activities for the children. Definitely would book this home again. Thank you Nick
On arrival heaters were on making a nice warm arrival. There was some cookies, lollies and milk ready for a nice cuppa.
Lovely house with some cool antiques. Was a very warm house even with heating off. Nice and cloae to town and parks.
Thank you for a lovely stay.
A home away from home. Loved introducing the kids to special things from the past. No TV watching needed but board games & soaks in the hot tub. Old records playing. Fully stocked kitchen. Nice quiet safe neighbourhood. Close to town. Highly recommend. Thanks Nick for helping us make special memories.
Susan H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2024
Im so pleased you had a good time. Thankypu and plezse feel free to come again.
Nick was such an amazing host couldn't of asked for more kindness as we were traveling up with my 87 year old grandfather and our family for a funeral of a very close family member. Nick made sure the house was beautiful and warm for him before we arrived and even gave us an early check in as we where traveling such a long way.
The house itself was very clean, great facilities and even better than we could have hoped. Beds were so comfortable and we slept better than we had in days. Thank you so much!! Couldn't recommend this property and host more 😁
Loren C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Gabrielle B.
24 January 2025
Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Very retro
I can’t get past the disappointment of not being able use the advertised hot tub which was green and swamp smelling. And the disappointment that the owner/manager has still not replied to my private message to him about this. The main reason we chose this house.
Gabrielle B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Jeanne G.
31 July 2024
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Dissappointment
@ 4pm, after a challenging journey there, when the promised lockbox code had not arrived, we called the owner to learn that the property was occupied, as he had cross listed it with another website. He apologised profusely and promptly returned our funds. That was cold comfort in wretched weather in an unfamiliar location as darkness descended.