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Ella's Estuary Retreat - Kiwi bach with estuary views and close estuary access in peaceful setting
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Mangawhai Heads, Northland
- Place, Mangawhai Museum10 min walk
- Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach5 min drive
- Place, Omaha Beach43 min drive
- Airport, Whangarei (WRE)65 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Single Beds
Second Living Area
1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Ella's Estuary Retreat - Kiwi bach with estuary views and close estuary access in peaceful setting
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 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
Mangawhai
Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai, is home to this holiday home. Mangawhai Golf Club and Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Cliff Walk. Goat Island and Reptile Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

Mangawhai Heads, Northland
What's nearby
- Mangawhai Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Mangawhai Heads Beach - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
- Mangawhai Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
- Matakana Village - 37 min drive - 51.8 km
- Omaha Beach - 43 min drive - 59.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Mangawhai Tavern - 4 min drive
- Wood Street Freehouse - 3 min drive
- Bennetts Cafe - 3 min drive
- The Little Red Fish - 3 min drive
- Millars Vineyard - 19 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
29 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
sam b.
7 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sam b.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Moira G.
5 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moira G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tanya S.
29 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovely stay
Tanya S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adam N.
14 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great double family or extended family stay location
Adam N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kirsty D.
14 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and private holiday haven
Kirsty D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne D.
10 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ella's Estuary Retreat
Anne D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hilary C.
24 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Haven
Hilary C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Keira S.
4 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Peaceful
Keira S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anne D.
23 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay
Anne D.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Susan T.
11 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mangawhai magic!
Susan T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
angela k.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break with friends
angela k.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wendy C.
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A peacefull hideaway
Wendy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Corinne K.
6 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we wanted
Corinne K.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tanya G.
12 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Tanya G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca S.
11 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will be back - pure relaxation!
Rebecca S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lou W.
17 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Plenty of space and great view
Lou W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katrin W.
28 Apr 2019
Well set up house, close to everything, lovely views on estuary from big covered deck
Katrin W.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle H.
12 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just lovely
Michelle H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Helen P.
2 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Photos don't do it justice
Helen P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Learne M.
12 May 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good getaway forFamily
Learne M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Louise L.
2 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't Wait to Return
Louise L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kellie A.
26 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of Paradise
Kellie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Jo D.
4 June 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good times in Mangawhai
Jo D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Alistair W.
10 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunset evenings at Eve's
Alistair W.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019
About the host
Hosted by Bach Stay Mangawhai
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