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Mangawhai Heads Cottage

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1 bedroom, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Mangawhai
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Cliff Walk
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the area

Mangawhai

With a stay at this cottage in Mangawhai (Mangawhai Heads), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai Heads Beach. .This cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Mangawhai Museum and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Mangawhai Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 6 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Omaha Beach - 46 min drive - 62.9 km
  • Goat Island - 53 min drive - 65.8 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cove Cafe - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Millars Vineyard - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mangawhai Heads Cottage

Our self contained cottage is privately situated in a garden setting close to beaches and shops and cafe's.

The surf beach is only a 4 minute drive away or a 20 minute stroll or if you prefer the Estuary it is only a 5 minute walk away. Close to Wood street shops and cafes, the Golf course and MAZ Activity Centre. Visit Bennetts chocolate factory, local vineyards or pop in into the buzzing Saturday Morning markets at Mangawhai village.

Kitchenette includes a small fridge, microwave, electric frypan, and a portable electric cooktop. We also have a bbq on the back deck.

The bathroom has a shower, toilet and small hand basin.

The bedroom features bifold doors which open out on the the back deck. In the living area we have 2 divan beds which are set up as daybeds.

Sheets and bedding and towels are supplied.
*please bring your own beach towels.*

The cottage is totally separate and private from our main house (we are not always onsite and the cottage has its own driveway access.)

Ideal for couples or a small family.
Special conditions:
2 nights minimum rental.
5 night minimum rental 24 Dec - 4 Jan
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a microwave. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This cottage features designated smoking areas, snorkeling nearby, and surfing/body boarding nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Mangawhai Heads Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Baden W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cosy little house very neat. And everything we could need. Cheers
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grace P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The whole place was beautifly set and tidy, equipt with everything that had been described.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a cute little cottage, it had everything we needed and a great location as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sophie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage! Just what we needed for a 3 night stay. Beautiful, peaceful back deck for a quiet coffee in the morning sunshine. Lovely, communicative host. Good location to local shops and beach by car.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lola a.

Liked: Cleanliness
was such a lovely stay. house was clean and well equipped. great location and would definitely book here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Marie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had the most wonderful stay! The house was absolutely beautiful – even better than we expected from the photos. Everything was spotless, tidy, and so welcoming. The view from the deck was breathtaking, and we found ourselves spending so much time just enjoying the scenery.What really stood out were the thoughtful little touches that made the place feel extra special – like the chocolates waiting for us in the fridge and the small bath cloths marked for makeup. It’s those little details that really make a stay memorable.We couldn’t have asked for a better spot for our girls’ weekend, and we’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculately clean, thoughtful decor and equipment
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculate, comfy beds, easy access, cosey, friendly host. Beautiful all round.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was great, had all the basics needed and close to everything you need in Mangawhai. The lounge was lovely with the afternoon sun, and made the place very cosy. Shower could have had better pressure and hotter water but property uses tank water so its understandable, but I appreciated that there was shampoo etc to use so we didnt need to bring our own.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a getaway weekend in Mangawhai
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing and cute

Lovely tiny bach suitable for a couple. Clean and pretty spot handy to everything. Very quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place for a long weekend

Awesome little spot. Cottage was sunny, warm, comfortable and quiet and had everything we needed to enjoy a long weekend exploring mangawhai. The hosts were quick to respond and we appreciated the local recommendations. Lots to do within 30mins drive plus mangawhai heads beach which is very close by is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is great value for money. Clean with a well appointed kitchen. Plenty of warm bedding and heating for a winter stay. Friendly welcome from Haedie who had unlocked and turned the heater on prior to our arrival
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicky P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Mandy R., Waiuku, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage with Bach Feel

The accommodation was what we expected, there were no towels supplied which was a nuisance, we could have asked the property manager for some as she lived in the house above but we didn't want to bother her as we had to bother her to get the keys when we arrived as key instructions never came through. There was no cell phone signal whatsoever at the property and no internet, the internet was not a problem but no cell phone coverage was difficult. We only stayed one night of the two we had booked.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karl A.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anna-Maria E.

Liked: Cleanliness

A stroll to the beach

Cottage was well equipped and very tidy. Very comfortable and all needs met. A short stroll to a wonderful surfing and swimming beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage

An amazing little cottage with everything you could need in it. Very warm and clean.Will definitely book again with no hesitation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mangawhai Heads Cottage

This is a very comfortable holiday bach which is ideal for a break in this area of the Northland. It is very well appointed. I stayed as a single traveller but this would also be ideally suited to a family. It is within an easy drive to the beach and to the main shopping area of Mangawhai. I would recommend this bach to anyone who is looking for comfortable holiday accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice little bach, ideal for short break away

Nicely property in a quiet streetClean and tidy: walking distance to estuary beach and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susi B.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mangawhai cottage

Nicely maintained property in a quiet street with attractive garden surrounds. Clean and tidy. Kitchen had a few good essentials and we cooked easily on hot plate. Bathroom shampoo etc good and bed comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025