10/10 Excellent
Nicky F.
23 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
White sandy beaches, native bush and birds, and clear swimming water within 2km's - Ahhh Paradise!
Nicky F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Entire home
Getaway by the sea,fishing, surfing,swimming and a happy safe place to stay.
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 580 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Urquharts Bay, Whangarei Heads
- Mount Manaia
- Ocean Beach5 min drive
- Bream Head Coast Walks11 min drive
- Whangarei (WRE)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Open plan
3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Getaway by the sea,fishing, surfing,swimming and a happy safe place to stay.
A 35 minute scenic drive from Whangarei CBD will bring you to Urquharts Bay. Once there go over the bridge and veer left and 300m up the hill on the right you will find our accomodation awaits you.
You will pass a golf course, a great pub and local cafes. The closest store is the 4square in Parua Bay, which is small but very well stocked. You can refuel your car / boat and get your bait at Parua Bay shops on your way out to us. There is easy access to the harbour from Urquhart's Bay boat ramp.
Our local wharf will entertain you and the kids with some hand fishing if you don't have a boat.
Safe swimming beaches and surf are just on our doorstep. For those of you who like to walk, we have some of Northland's best coastal tracks.
The property has ample parking for boats and vehicles.
Near by at Taurikura Bay there are tennis courts. And further back at McLeod Bay is McLeod Bay fish and chips / takeaways and the Mania Club.
We live near by and are always happy to help you out with information or anything you may require to make your stay an enjoyable one.
Special conditions: .
If you require Linen we have a small fee of $80.00 per stay . (Payable to owner) Please advise after booking. We would supply bath towels and bath mat, tea towels and sheets . No sleeping bags. Bring your own beach towels please.There are pillows, duvets and blankets supplied. We also have electric blankets for each bed if you require them
We do not charge a cleaning fee.
Crack open a cold drink and kick back and relax at Getaway by the sea.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
You will pass a golf course, a great pub and local cafes. The closest store is the 4square in Parua Bay, which is small but very well stocked. You can refuel your car / boat and get your bait at Parua Bay shops on your way out to us. There is easy access to the harbour from Urquhart's Bay boat ramp.
Our local wharf will entertain you and the kids with some hand fishing if you don't have a boat.
Safe swimming beaches and surf are just on our doorstep. For those of you who like to walk, we have some of Northland's best coastal tracks.
The property has ample parking for boats and vehicles.
Near by at Taurikura Bay there are tennis courts. And further back at McLeod Bay is McLeod Bay fish and chips / takeaways and the Mania Club.
We live near by and are always happy to help you out with information or anything you may require to make your stay an enjoyable one.
Special conditions: .
If you require Linen we have a small fee of $80.00 per stay . (Payable to owner) Please advise after booking. We would supply bath towels and bath mat, tea towels and sheets . No sleeping bags. Bring your own beach towels please.There are pillows, duvets and blankets supplied. We also have electric blankets for each bed if you require them
We do not charge a cleaning fee.
Crack open a cold drink and kick back and relax at Getaway by the sea.
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);
Property manager
Mark & Barb
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 in a rural area and by the sea. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Waipu Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Taurikura Bay and Ocean Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Urquharts Bay, Whangarei Heads
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
Restaurants
- Two Birds Cafe, Ruakaka Cafes - 56 min drive
- Smith & Local Parua Bay - 12 min drive
- Land & Sea - 59 min drive
- McLeod Bay Fish and Chips - 5 min drive
- Off the Hook Cafe and Bar - 60 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.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gaelyn & Scott D., Ocean Beach, Whangarei Heads
22 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome spot
Gaelyn & Scott D.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
8 Jan 2016
Close to beautiful beach and bush walks, property has every thing you need including a great space f
10/10 Excellent
Mary S., New Zealand
23 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Mary S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alan B.
11 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Alan B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Marcel V.
2 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hosts,very nice stay
Marcel V.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
27 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Eric P.
8 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for family stay!
Eric P.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Adele H.
1 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Adele H.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Senka T.
15 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts
Senka T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
9 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Gareth E.
6 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Likely to return
Gareth E.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Keith R.
27 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Xmas Holiday
Keith R.
10/10 Excellent
James B.
1 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
James B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
22 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in the Heads
Michael P.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
27 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Lorenzo C.
25 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice group stay
Lorenzo C.
8/10 Good
Natascha, Kaitaia
4 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Natascha
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 Sept 2020
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
8/10 Good
Litala E.
14 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Place
Litala E.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kareariki H.
5 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property managers are awesome people lovely and such a homely feeling
Kareariki H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Sophie G.
6 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome place to stay
Sophie G.
10/10 Excellent
Joseph H., Paparoa
4 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Garage Batch
Joseph H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
10/10 Excellent
luke R.
2 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for everything
luke R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
10/10 Excellent
Holger B.
30 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base to explore the Heads!
Holger B.
About the host
Hosted by Mark & Barb
We grew up in Whangarei area and have always had a love with the beach. We love the lifestyle as we have a boat and enjoy going fishing regularly . We play golf and walk the many tracks in our area. We are also a short trip by car to the our city centre Whangarei ( about 35 minutes)
We are also retired and have recently purchased a modern caravan so we will see more of our country New Zealand .
We enjoy meeting people from all walks of life and would very much like to meet you.
We are also retired and have recently purchased a modern caravan so we will see more of our country New Zealand .
We enjoy meeting people from all walks of life and would very much like to meet you.
Why they chose this property
We choose to live at this property because of its closeness to excellent fishing grounds and easy to launch your boat . Choice of having safe swimming and also to be able to go to the surf beach and not to far to the main township of Whangarei. We have a large property to enable people plenty of room for boats .
Languages:
English
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