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Vitamin Sea - Quirky holiday home in bush setting with views, walk to the estuary and surf beach

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Northland
  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mangawhai Village Market
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Main house bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Sleepout bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Vitamin Sea - Quirky holiday home in bush setting with views, walk to the estuary and surf beach

Please note for New Years bookings you must ENQUIRE first before booking as we have different requirements for this period.
If you're feeling like it's time for a break then maybe you should take a dose of Vitamin Sea.
Architecturally designed and situated on a gorgeous bush fringed, sunny section this holiday home is both unique and charming and the outllook over the trees to the sand spit and ocean is to die for. The house is a brief stroll to the calm, sandy harbour beach at the end of Pearl St or walk a couple of minutes further to the stunning surf beach and avoid the summer traffic jams there at the carpark. When you get home from the beach, you can wash the sand off in the groovy outdoor shower.
The main house has 2 bedrooms and the upstairs landing between the rooms also has a single bed there's also a bathroom and kitchen with dishwasher. In addition, for larger groups (over 6 people), there is a sleepout which has a queen and single with trundler and a bathroom.
In a location where people are increasingly building houses that are the same as each other, it is a real delight for us to present this wonderfully unique home and to offer it to rent for people who want more than just a roof over their head but desire an experience as well. Go on, get yourself a dose of Vitamin Sea....
LINEN OPTIONS: To keep your holiday more affordable, for this property we offer linen as an optional extra for guests who prefer to bring their own. If you choose to bring your own linen, you will need to supply top and bottom sheets, pillowcases, towels and bath mats. Pillows, Duvets and Duvet covers will be provided.
Alternatively, a rental linen package is available for $25 per person. To request this service, please add a note to your booking specifying the number of people requiring linen and which beds you would like prepared.
BOOKING PAYMENT: Although Bookabach/VRBO take your credit card details, all booking payments are made to Bach Stay NZ Limited who manage this property for the owners. Once your booking is approved, we will send you a payment email with a choice of credit card payment (a 3% surcharge applies) or bank transfer (no charges). Please note the amount stated as 'Deposit Paid at Property' on the Bookabach/VRBO quote is actually a refundable bond that will be collected as part of the accommodation payment, it is not collected at the property as the wording suggests.

Property manager

Bach Stay Mangawhai
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No loud music at any time, quiet time from 10PM
Prior approval must be sought for visitors
Illegal activities/substances use is forbidden

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. Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Cliff Walk reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Goat Island and Reptile Park.
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Mangawhai Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Mangawhai Village Market - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Lang's Beach - 13 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Cove Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dune - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Brewed As Collective - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vitamin Sea - Quirky holiday home in bush setting with views, walk to the estuary and surf beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vitamin Sea - Quirky holiday home in bush setting with views, walk to the estuary and surf beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vitamin Sea - Quirky holiday home in bush setting with views, walk to the estuary and surf beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vitamin Sea - Quirky holiday home in bush setting with views, walk to the estuary and surf beach located?

Located in Mangawhai Heads, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Golf Club and Mangawhai Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W.

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

Refreshing break

A well appointed property in a lovely location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paull N.

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

Great pad to put your feet up!

Perfect place to just turn up and unwind! Beautiful views, great grounds for the kids to play outdoors. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bridget D., Warkworth

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

Great location with lovely views.

Property managers were excellent to deal with. Great spot. Can walk to surf club and easy walk to estuary. Lovely views.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Kip M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great locale

Easy check in and check out. Linen at extra charge average quality. Overall easy experience
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Claire Ashley F.

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

Good stay thank you

Good stay thank you

2/10 Terrible

marie B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

A bit Run Down

Only thing that’s fab about this place was the view. The owners need to water blast the deck of mould, curtains in lounge one was ripped another stained, tiles on floor around fire broken tape doesn’t work, broken light fixture over dinning table only half working. Had to buy more dinner plates we didn’t fancy eating off hard plastic . Instructions on how to use the tv should be included book.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale D.

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

Great family getaway

Fantastic location with all the facilities you need.LOVED the CD music selection!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maxine H.

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

Lovely Kiwi Bach within walking distance to Esturary & Beach

Property does need some maintance and attention. Outdoor chairs dangerous to sit on however overall the bach is great. We were a family of 8 and the bach accommodated all of us. Lovely view and an easy walk down to the water. Very reasonable rates for the time of year we were there. Would recommend especially if maintance attended to.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Annette R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away

Great location and a terrific view - house was clean and comfortable however the sleep out was musty and curtains were a little mouldy which added to the musty smell but overall a great place for a weekend away - would definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Great spot

Well located bach with a great sleepout
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rosie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely view

Property has what you need but the views are the real hit with this house. Great little walk to the beach House definitely needs some updating as it's a bit old now, sofas etc would be nice to have some comfier options but overall a good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Bach-tastic!

Brilliantly beautiful spot at Mangawhai Heads - 15mins walk to the beach (4min drive) and a really great space to hang out. Glorious views and a great CD collection! Thanks for having us, would love to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jann L.

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

Fire and views

Great plzce to stay. Handy to everything. Lovely views and a toast fire for the unseasonally cold weather. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene D., Auckland

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

Awesome Vitamin Sea

Great location and the dogs loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Joyce P.

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

Nice summer bach.

A great place but the house was hard to heat. It was a very cold weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda g.

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

Perfect family bach

Fantastic location Good spaces for family to hang out together or spreadout Good kiwi bach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

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

Birthday weekend

Lovely views . Nice and warm with fireplace. Fun weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Gerard M.

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

1970's revisited.

The listing makes it clear this is not a high end bach and it's not but, it lovely. Old, lived in and comfy bit like staying with your gran. We spent 2 nights "mini break" here with our dog walked the beach, went to the local bar, watched the sun rise/set from the deck.....perfect chill will go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

TANIA R.

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

Relaxing with great views

House is spacious & has a relaxing vibe we enjoyed. Most of the beds were pretty firm would be the only complaint. Easy walk to beach & surf. Hope to return soon for more Vitamin Sea. Thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo D., Auckland, New Zealand

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

A gem

We enjoyed our stay here. Nice and spacious with great view!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P., Christchurch

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

A fabulous kiwi bach

A fabulous kiwi bach. Fantastic location and plenty of room for our family group of adults. Clean and well equipped. We would definitely recommend staying at Vitamin Sea
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bradley W.

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

Views!!

This property was a fantastic stay, a true relaxing experience! Beach views that are unrivalled. Close to shops so its a really conveniently located property! We really enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chloe B.

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

Vitamin sea for the Berry fam

Gorgeous getaway , private and well off the road. Amazing views from decking and rooms. All round a rustic house in paradise :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Toni R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vitamin Sea

Love the property - light, airy and thoroughly relaxing. The back neighbour is closer than expected, and the house hadn't been cleaned in the corners for a while, but neither of the above would stop me coming back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Iliesa R.

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

Awesome place recommend !!

Perfect!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

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