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Miner's Cottage by Cable Bay

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Exterior
Property grounds
All set for another 100 years.
Views of nearby Cable Bay.
Afternoon light through the French doors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Cable Bay, Northland
  • Place, Cable Bay Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Coopers Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Coopers Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kaitaia (KAT)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Miner's Cottage by Cable Bay

Originally a miner's cottage positioned across from the beach at Kaiaua in the Firth of Thames, this building has now found a new home in the winterless Far North. Our site is north facing, elevated with a fine view of Doubtless Bay and Cable Bay. Its an easy walk from the cottage to the shady Pohutukawas that line the pink sand at Cable Bay.

Award winning Northland builders Coastal Homes undertook careful renovations in keeping with the character of the cottage, now a much grander little house than she was ever born to be. The kauri bathroom vanity top was originally the kitchen bench, and the rimu trim in the kitchen is from the original kitchen cabinets. There is now a lovely granite benchtop in the kitchen and a combination gas/induction cook-top. A gourmet delight, there are many spices and garnishes on the shelves which you're welcome to use; we just ask that should you use the last of anything, to please be kind enough to replace ready for the next occupants and owner.

Fully renovated in 2012, the Miner's Cottage of Cable Bay is available to single guests or couples only. Sorry, no kids or pets. There's a new modern bathroom with good water pressure. Although no TV screen (bring a laptop) there is free speedy wi-fi, a Bluetooth speaker and plenty to read on the bookshelves. Crisp clean bed and bath linen is supplied and the tariff covers a light clean upon your departure.

The arhhh moment...sitting on the deck sipping your favourite beverage, watching the sun set or simply enjoying the many changing shades of Doubtless Bay; all accompanied by the sound of waves breaking on Cable Bay Beach.

The Miner's Cottage is managed by Bach Man.
Special conditions:
Smoking outside only.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

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About the area

Cable Bay

Located in Cable Bay, this cottage is on the waterfront. Dancing Petrel Vineyard and Whangaroa Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rangikapiti Pa Historic Reserve and Doubtless Bay. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
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Cable Bay, Northland

What's nearby

  • Cable Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Taumarumaru Recreation Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Coopers Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Coopers Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Karikari Peninsula - 7 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Kaitaia (KAT) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thai - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mangonui Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beach Box Coffee & Gelato - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Remarkable Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mangonui Fish Shop - ‬6 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A good welcome and all we needed in terms of comfort and convenience. A good experience thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

orrs 4.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was amazing meet us there, place was wonderful loved every moment there. Short walk to the beach great view from deck only little issue the bed was abit uncomfortable bit to hard but besides that amazing place definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best cabin in Northland

We stayed four nights and were delighted with everything - comfort, beauty, convenience, offerings - great beach too!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, wee cottage wth yester year charm
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Val R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage getaway

Very clean cute cottage hosts communication excellent recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay at the Miner’s Cottage was very good. It is a small home, well set up for one or two people. The entire cottage is extremely well supplied and we lacked for nothing. We used the location as a take off point to see other attractions in Northland and it worked out perfectly. The two beaches, Cable and Coopers, were excellent. The manager, Dave, was there to meet us and gave a very thorough rundown of things to do and places to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot

Beautiful Bach. Just right for us to relax and use as a base to explore the far north.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob63

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base to explore the area

We stayed here to explore Karikari peninsula and all the beautiful beaches. Ninety mile beach, Houhora and surroundings. Perfect. And at the end of the day enjoy a nice fish and chips on the beach all within easy walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grainne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Fabulous place to stay. Close to beach. Rained most of our stay so missed having no tv or Wi-Fi.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage Life

A very special experience. Solace coupled with a glorious beach close by. Peaceful place, didn’t want for anything. Pity l couldn't stay a day or 2 longer to really take it all in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Donald Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only complaint,there was no microwave or clock radio.I would not have stayed if I had noiced no TV in advertisingCheers Mark
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A microwave would be helpful and if you could stepping stones from the driveway to the deck would help to keep feet dry before entering house. Good otherwise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quaint, clean, everything provided that was necessary. Miss a microwave, had to wait for oven to heat!!!! Didn't really miss the TV
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful little cottage.

What a great little place to stay! Very cute cottage, lovely view of the beach and everything we needed! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Salome B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and unique

A cosy quirky 'tiny home', great for a couple looking for some rest and relaxation. Great spot to explore Northland.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect wee bach!

The Miner's Cottage was spotlessly clean, comfortable and well appointed. The deck is an absolute bonus - we had all meals here, in sight of the sea. Property Manager David's communication was efficient and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous cottage

We loved staying in the cottage. It had everything we needed. We really appreciated the lovey little objects that set the cottage off including the maritime books.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a lovely fully appointed clean & tidy wee place located close to the beach & handy to the shop

Loved it Was able to self-reflect & be in a good state of mind
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Lovely place to stay and you can see it is also much loved by the owners. Thoughtful and inviting space to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

alfred t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place,

Considerable road noise while sitting on the deck. Close to beach. Cleaning need a bit more attention in the cutlery drawer (crumse under utensils). Overall we were happy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kath c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

relaxing and close to the beach

Tidy, small and contained, this property was very a relaxing place to be with a lovely seaview. It is a short walk to the beach. All neighbours were friendly too! Thank you to the property manager for taking care of us too!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oran M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint beautifully restored cottage

Had a great stay here, good location with views of the ocean. Beautifully restored cottage with everything you need. Kitchen very well equipped. Would recommend staying here.
Verified

8/10 Good

Gayle and Colin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage by the sea

Ideal property to use as a base to travel further north. Neighbouring property very close which was a surprise. Homely, clean and tidy we enjoyed our stay. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little cottage

Lovely to put the car away and walk. Clean little cottage. Very easy place to relax. Thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Yolande H.

Cool little cottage

Great little place with well equipped kitchen. Davids lovely to deal with..
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
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