Say hello to a stunning private property with rural, ocean, and native bush views. Come and discover tranquil spaces for entertaining enhanced by the beautiful backdrop of evening birdsong from the reserve. Whether you're after a quiet getaway at the beach, or a weekend away with friends to enjoy local fishing, hiking, diving, or surfing you're in the right place!
The entire property is yours for the duration of your stay. All bookings have access to the main house. Bookings of five or more have access to the chalet in addition to the main house.
You will have the entire property to yourself for your stay, however if you do need anything your hosts managers are in the area. We are happy to point you in the direction of the many sights and activities Whangarei heads has to offer, and can even act as your local guides if you would like. Special conditions: Please respect the property and leave it as you find it. We're on tank water and you need to be frugal with the water as its like liquid gold especially through the summer droughts that we are experiencing now. We are also on septic tanks, please NO baby wipes, sanitary items or condoms can be flushed down the toilets as this blocks the system and can break the pump. This is expensive to fix and very unpleasant for everyone. No cooking fat down the sink please. Fire bans are often in place due to the reserve. Please don't light any fires. For your information security cameras are on the property. Neighbours may come on to the property to water the garden or to do pest control for the reserve.
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);
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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
Whangarei Heads
Located in Whangarei Heads, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Waipu Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ocean Beach and Taurikura Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
How much does it cost to stay at Ocean Beach Hideaway + Chalet?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ocean Beach Hideaway + Chalet on 15 May 2026 start from AU$270, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Ocean Beach Hideaway + Chalet?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ocean Beach Hideaway + Chalet?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ocean Beach Hideaway + Chalet?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Ocean Beach Hideaway + Chalet located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Ocean Beach and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Taurikura Bay. Mount Manaia and Mcleod Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
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The location is close to both coast and harbour beaches It is a small drive to the beach with elderly parents or surfboards etcThere are beautiful walks nearby, some are steep
The stay was amazing, very clean, beautiful views, perfect location and short stroll to Ocean View Beach. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to return again!
Loved our stay! Beautiful spot. Everything we needed plus more. Property worked perfectly with adult children having their own space and plenty of room to entertain. Would love to return sometime.
We had a lovely time at your beautiful bach with our two children and a friend who slept on the couch. Great walking distance to the beach (about 10 mins with children). Wonderful views over the countryside towards the beach. It has such a well-equipped kitchen and we enjoyed the limoncello on arrival. Beds were very comfortable and the spacious grounds were perfect for an Easter egg hunt. Thank you for a wonderful stay and for being great hosts!
Melanie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good
CECILIA M.
29 Mar 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stunning views
We had a great time at this beautiful spot in Whangārei heads. House was in a very quiet area with amazing views. A fully equipped kitchen and lots of games for the kids as well. Would recommend adding a fan as house can be a bit warm on hot days
Really lovely back to basics Bach. We stayed here and did the Te Whara track over the heads and it was lovely to come back to after a long day of walking. If you are thinking you could use this to do a little WFH getaway they do not have unlimited WiFi so please note this. Also if you run cold be sure to bring some extra blankets, the house is very warm in the sun but couldn’t find a heater for the chalet.
We’d definitely recommend for anyone wanting that classic Bach experience with room enough for a group.
We stayed at Maria’s house for 4 nights with our adult daughter, son in law and 2 young children end of Dec 2022.
Perfect for our situation as we stayed in main house and family were in the chalet.
Views to die for over rural valley to the ocean.
A very well equiped house suitable for family gatherings.
Beds very comfy and wonderful outdoor living spaces.
Will definitely be back.
Had an amazing experience, place was well looked after and had great facilities! Really enjoyed family weekend away! Thank you for the great hospitality ☺️
The property certainly lived up to the photos and listings. It was a great mix of rural and an easy walk to the beach. Very happy to have lifeguards at the beach and us Southerners loved the warmer water temperature. Lee the property manager had always been helpful and responsive. Would love to stay there again if we are allowed LOL
A stunning property looking down the valley to Oceans Beach. A spacious interior flows through to a serenely comfortable outdoor area, perfect to enjoy an evening. Could not recommend more highly.
Epic gem of a getaway. A well loved Bach which looks as it has been in a family for many years. It has all the amenities you could want, it’s quiet and is spacious. It’s 15mins walk / 2min drive to Ocean Beach which has some great wave action.
We had a very relaxing time there and would definitely come back again. With the second dwelling I could imagine it would be an ideal stay for two families.
Thanks Lee for hosting us!
We had a magical stay at this beautiful property in an idyllic countryside and seaview setting. Oceans beach is within 5 minutes walking or 1 minute driving distance - we walked and surfed there each day. Other coastal beaches of Whangarei Heads are nearby, and walking up Mt Manaia was well worth the effort!!
There is something for everyone to do here whether that is pure relaxation looking at the gorgeous view and a good book, or activities.