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Bush backdrop, privacy and Bay views

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Lovely private cottage
Exterior
You don't mind doing the dishes with this view
Open plan kitchen, dining and living room
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 673 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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McLeod Bay, Northland
  • Place, Mcleod Bay
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Manaia
  • Place, Bream Head Coast Walks
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Lounge

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bush backdrop, privacy and Bay views

Situated just 21km from Whangarei CBD, this tidy 2 bedroom abode awaits your arrival.
This home is very tidy, compact but spacious, well appointed, with elevated views of the water. Easy indoor/ outdoor flow, roomy private section bordering the bush, yet close to the water. Nestled between majestic Mt Manaia and the expansive Whangarei Harbour, McLeod's Bay is the perfect holiday playground
Plenty of room to park the boat, and large lawn for children to play safely. Not Wheelchair friendly.

McLeod's Bay has safe swimming, is great for all water pursuits, boats can be launched from the beach. Whangarei Harbour is renowned for fishing and diving with Whangarei Heads having beautiful East Coast beaches, and is the gateway to off shore Islands.
There is a store and cafe/ takeaway within the bay.
A tennis court and numerous walkways and tracks for all fitness levels within short distance. A Service Station is at Parua Bay, (only 8 km away) for fuel, dive and propane, a Four Square, liquor and bakery stores at the shopping center. The Pines Golf course 12 km towards Whangarei.
There are 2 bedrooms, 1 Super-king bed, 2 single beds, a fold down double bed, and 2 spare mattresses.

This is the ideal time out for you, your family and friends.

Do not delay, inquire today!


Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only.
50% deposit on confirmation, balance to be payed 7 days before stay.
Extras; Linen and Bath towels included. Bring your own swimming towels. Tea, Coffee, Sugar & salt & pepper supplied

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean and leave the house as you find it. Leave the Washing in basket provided.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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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
Large lawn to play on.Safe area away from traffic.
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
24 hours notice of intention to stay . Minimum 2 night stay. No booking accepted 24hrs following last stay and 24 hrs prior to next stay.
To clean and leave the property as found, leave all used laundry in laundry basket. Lock up and leave key in appropriate place.
Pay 50% on booking and 50% 7-10 days prior to stay.

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Whangarei Heads

Located in Whangarei Heads, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia, while Claphams Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking 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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McLeod Bay, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mcleod Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ocean Beach - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Bream Head Coast Walks - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 31 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Ruakaka Beach - 45 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Local - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bush backdrop, privacy and Bay views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bush backdrop, privacy and Bay views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bush backdrop, privacy and Bay views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bush backdrop, privacy and Bay views located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Mcleod Bay and within 3 miles (5 km) of Reotahi Bay and Taurikura Bay. Mount Manaia is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by dontt209

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Retired farming couple who have lived in the Whangarei district most of their married life. This was a family bach, which was demolished and todays bach was built in 2000.

Why they chose this property

Private, comfortable, easy indoor / outdoor flow. It's all there for a great holiday!!

What makes this property unique

Up a right-of way so private with a safe playing area for children due to very little traffic movement. Plenty of space for you to bring a boat. Only 100m to safe swimming beach and boat launching. Children's play ground next to the beach. Lovely peaceful view overlooking the harbour. You will hear lots of bird life. Very picturesque walking tracks close by, Mt Mania and Mt Aubrey are in Mcleods bay. Only a few kms to Ocean Beach which is a surf beach.

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