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"Beside The Sea."More than an apartment! Absolute waterfront. Swim steps away.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Dryer
- Washer
- Kitchen
- Barbecue grill
Explore the area

Urquharts Bay, Whangarei Heads
- Mount ManaiaPlace, Mount Manaia
- Ocean BeachPlace, Ocean Beach5 min drive
- Bream Head Coast WalksPlace, Bream Head Coast Walks11 min drive
- Whangarei (WRE)Airport, Whangarei (WRE)32 min drive
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About the area
Whangarei Heads
Located in Whangarei Heads, this apartment is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Taurikura Bay and Mount Manaia. .This beach apartment is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Ocean Beach and 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Mcleod Bay.
What's nearby
- Taurikura Bay - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
- Ocean Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
- Mcleod Bay - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
- Bream Head Coast Walks - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
- Ruakaka Beach - 50 min drive - 23.7 km
Getting around
- Whangarei (WRE) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
- Ruakaka Tavern - 54 min drive
- Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - 54 min drive
- Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - 54 min drive
- Smith & Local - 12 min drive
- The Porthouse - 52 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
"Beside The Sea."More than an apartment! Absolute waterfront. Swim steps away.
"Beside The Sea" is situated in stunning Urquharts Bay-Paradise for swimming and diving. Fishing on the doorstep-cast out the net and catch your bait fish. Sit on the wharf and catch squid for lunch. Safe and calm waters perfect for paddle boarding and an enjoyable fun time for the kids. Many beautiful bays to kayak and explore. Take a hike over to Smugglers Cove, only 20 mins on foot and watch the dolphins. Climb Mt Manaia or the ridge across Mt Lion but don't forget the camera as the views are incredible. When evening comes, relax under the stars and watch the amazing colourful sunsets and if you're lucky you may hear the kiwis calling out. Enjoy total relaxing privacy or join your hosts Anni and Don on the deck or share a game of pool for fun. Ask Don for the local best fishing spots and Anni will guide you to the many artist studios that Whangarei Heads is famous for. "The Pines" golf course is only a 15 min drive and enjoy dinner at "The Jetty" at Parua Bay Pub on the way back. If you feel like a casual drink or meal then pop along to our local Mt Manaia Club (visitors welcome) Come and join us for your holiday at "Beside The Sea" but be warned--you may not won't to leave. We didn't and that's why we now live in "Paradise".
Special conditions:
it's fun to bring along your best friend so while we welcome your little doggie companion, the size and breed of your pet would need to be considered. Please advise type of breed when enquiring for booking.(fee $30 per stay)
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Special conditions:
it's fun to bring along your best friend so while we welcome your little doggie companion, the size and breed of your pet would need to be considered. Please advise type of breed when enquiring for booking.(fee $30 per stay)
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Make yourself comfortable in this apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Stereo
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Kayak
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Breed, size to be agreed by host before booking.
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 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 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Beside The Sea Exclusive Waterfront Apartment
Beside The Sea Exclusive waterfront apartment.
"beside The Sea."more Than an Apartment! Exclusive Waterfront