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Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi

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Tara's cozy lounge leads out to a sundrenched deck
Private access to more than 2km of Parauwanui surf beach.
You will be surrounded by 3,150,000 m2 of Tahi restored nature sanctuary.
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Kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Pataua North, Whangarei
  • Whangaumu Bay
  • Pataua Island
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Town Basin Marina
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi

Stay at Tahi New Zealand in our self-contained beach cottage.

Tara cottage is part of the 256ha Tahi ecological sanctuary, including restored wetlands, lakes and forests. You will have the choice of walking one of the many tracks, swimming from the beautiful white sand surf beach or fishing and kayaking in the estuary. Surfing lessons and standup paddle boards are available locally, along with horse trekking through the property or along the beach.

Encompassing a rich variety of habitats, Tahi is a haven for walkers, birdwatchers and the conservation minded. Dune vegetation on the surf beach gives way to diverse broadleaf forest on the hills further inland, lakes provide habitat for mullet and rare long-finned eels while mangroves and saltmarshes are home to kingfishers, rare fernbirds and banded rails. Tahi is also proud to host a number of endangered bird species including Kiwi, Brown Teal, Bittern and Dotterell.

The on-site Tahi Cafe offers a blackboard menu of delicious breakfast and lunch dishes, great coffee and Kohu Road icecreams. Open Christmas to Waitangi Weekend - 7 days a week.

Special conditions:
No pets please, Tahi is a bird and kiwi sanctuary.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)

Property manager

Tahi NZ

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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

Pataua North

Located in Pataua North, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Old Library Arts Centre and Reyburn House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Town Basin Marina and Tutukaka Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pataua North, Whangarei

What's nearby

  • Pataua Island - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 36 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Tutukaka Marina - 52 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Dive Tutukaka - 52 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Matapouri Bay - 60 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬42 min drive
  • Parua Bay Tavern
  • ‪Smith & Local - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Salt Air Cafe - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Parua Boys Bakery - ‬45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Parauwanui Beach and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Pataua Island. A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park and Whangarei Falls are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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. 16 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

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

Great spot, close to beach and walks

Had everything we needed, maybe a washing machine would be good
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Hamilton, NZ

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

Peaceful stay

The property was immaculate and clean on arrival. It was very hot outside and the inside was cool and breezy with doors open, no fans needed. And no insects came inside at all! So peaceful and relaxing. The shower pressure was amazing!! So impressed by this accommodation would stay again in a heartbeat. My husband was on crutches but the car access to the private beach made it nice and easy for us. One thing that would have made it perfect would have been a washing machine onsite. But it gave me a reason to buy more clothes in the town. We found the trip back to Whangarei a gorgeous drive and did the trip a few days while on our stay. The restaurants catered for my allergies, which is normally an issue for me. Overall absolutely amazing holiday. Feel refreshed and ready for 2024 :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Patea North

A rural retreat in a pleasant location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

simon w., Auckland

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

Nature Sanctuary Stay

Loved the location - beautiful beach and sanctuary with forest and wetland walks. Highly recommend if you are looking for a peaceful getaway in beautiful surroundings. Easy to book and great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily A., Auckland

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

Perfect for a relaxing break.

We had an amazing time at this charming property! It was super clean and has everything you need for a relaxing and rejuvenating break. The location is so good, a really easy walk to the surf beach or a short drive to the estuary which is perfect for small children. The property also provides great information for other walks in the area. I would recommend bringing all your food supplies as the nearest shops are back in Whangarei. Our two little ones had a ball playing in the fenced garden and the neighboring horses were a huge hit. I would highly recommend staying here and we cannot wait to come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jo A.

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

Perfect cottage for a beach break

Pataua had a special place in my heart as I spent summer holidays here as a child in a proper Kiwi Bach with an outside loo. So, it was lovely to return as an adult and enjoy the higher levels of comfort of this small but perfectly furnished cottage. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Kay M.

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

Peaceful and Private Nature Surrounded

Very relaxing and nice and quiet. Cottage was lovely and clean with a cosy feel. Not good when raining as there is no dining seating inside only on an open deck.. Fireplace was Beautiful and bush walks were nearby. Our daughter enjoyed the horses outside very friendly. Thankyou to owners you have a lovely property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri D.

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

Tara

We had a fabulous time! A perfect place for a family to stay. Heaps to do on an amazing property. A piece of paradise.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

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

Peaceful with own beach access

Our girls were thrilled to have such friendly horses right in the paddock by the house, and our own private access to a beautiful beach was amazing. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Hayley M.

Good tidy accommodation

Clean and nicely decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M., Wellington

Beautiful cosy getaway

Just two of us stayed in this cosy getaway that could fit up to 5 people. We enjoyed the lovely setting looking over farmland and with four horses as neighbours. The cooking facilities and bathroom were very nice and we appreciated the eco-friendly products that were throughout. We got to head out in the kayaks on the estuary thanks to the farmhand taking them down on their trailer. Would highly recommend staying here and we look forward to coming back again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Gorgeous place to stay.

Gorgeous place to stay. Is a little piece of paradise. We absolutely loved the walks on the property and the gorgeous surroundings. So peaceful and relaxing
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Puteri R.

Our group of 5 was very comfortable staying at Tara - although small, the cottage was clean, tidy an

Our group of 5 was very comfortable staying at Tara - although small, the cottage was clean, tidy and very well equipped (with some friendly horses in the paddock next door!). Tahi itself is beautiful - we would recommend the various walks, and definitely take the bikes out for a ride through the property. The nearby estuary was a fantastic spot for a swim, and to top it all off, we very much enjoyed breakfast at the Tahi Cafe on our last morning. I'd love to come back!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tara at Tahi was lovely!

Tara at Tahi was lovely! A cute old cottage which was immaculate and well renovated whilst preserving its charm. It had everything my husband and baby could need. The cafe was great, we went for a lovely walk around the estate. the beach was beautiful and the estuary only a few minutes drive away. Highly recommended for couples or small families!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Very sweet cottage, attractively decorated in a beautiful location.

Very sweet cottage, attractively decorated in a beautiful location.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great cottage - very clean, very nicely decorated and just the right size for our family of 2 adults

Great cottage - very clean, very nicely decorated and just the right size for our family of 2 adults and 1 child (7 years); well-equipped kitchen and very nice bathroom. Just note there is no washing machine or dishwasher, but this did not pose an issue for us when staying at Tara for 7 days. Good location; close to Pataua's sandy beaches and hardly anyone else there during our stay - easy 5 minute walk through the reserve. Very friendly neighbours: lots of Pukekos welcoming us in the morning.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We loved it - best value for money property we have rented on bookabach ever.

We loved it - best value for money property we have rented on bookabach ever. A wonderful place to rest and rejuvenate.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

The historic cottage itself has so much charm and we loved the way it has been tastefully renovated

The historic cottage itself has so much charm and we loved the way it has been tastefully renovated to provide some basic modern comforts. The perfect place to get away from it all, we only wish we could have stayed longer to fully explore Tahi estate and the cafe too! Thanks
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Excellent in every way.

Excellent in every way. Lovely place. Highly recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We had a great experience.

We had a great experience. It's a wonderful place with walking tracks up the hills, restored wetlands, and very easy access to the beach. While we were there it's was both sunny and rainy, and it was well suited to both. The horses were friendly too!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Small cute clean comfortable cottage.

Small cute clean comfortable cottage. Great for a couple or two adults and kids. This place would be a bit small for more that two - three adults though.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Very clean and tidy, beautiful peaceful location, great private access to beach, lots of bush walks

Very clean and tidy, beautiful peaceful location, great private access to beach, lots of bush walks around.

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Hosted by Tahi NZ

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What makes this property unique

Indulge in the convenience of the Tahi Cafe, offering a wide menu and great coffee.

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