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So close to the sea!

So close to the sea!

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Living area
Private kitchen

Overview of So close to the sea!

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Northland
  • Popular LocationMangawhai Heads Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMangawhai Golf Club5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLang's Beach13 min drive
  • AirportWhangarei (WRE)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

So close to the sea!

Wake up to beautiful sunrises on the horizon, go for gentle walks on the beach or try your hand at something more adventurous. Magical Mangawhai has plenty to offer. This Lockwood home has recently been renovated with brand new beds, kitchen and bathroom fitted. A large deck overlooks the campground and estuary with views out to sea towards Great Barrier. Easy access to the estuary and a 10 minute walk to the shops. A must do is visit Bennett's Chocolate factory and the Saturday morning organic markets is full of treats for your stay including the best free range eggs, a local coffee bean roast and delicious cheeses. The local butcher has won numerous awards for his quality meat for the BBQ and the deli in the Heads has fantastic cheese sticks. There is a choice of restaurants, and at the surf club, during the fine weekends, you can get a delicious frozen fruit yogurt cone or coffee from the locals. If you are up for some exercise, the 3 hr Cliff walk from the surf beach is spectacular. There are other great walks and wineries to keep you busy. The newly built skate park and play area will entertain the children for hours. Special conditions: The bach is alarmed and helpful hints for your stay are on a card on arrival. Available from 4pm check in and 11am check out.

Extras: Wifi (Required, $7 per night); Cleaning (Required, NZ$150.00 per stay);
Linen (Required, $30.00 per person);

Please let me know what beds you would like to use at the time of your booking so we can ensure the right ones are ready for you.

Property manager

Natalie Stamilla

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mangawhai

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai. Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai 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 Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Goat Island and Refining NZ Visitors Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mangawhai Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 4 min drive
  • Mangawhai Museum - 4 min drive
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Mangawhai Village Market - 7 min drive
  • Lang's Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wood Street Freehouse - 13 min walk
  • The Dune - 7 min drive
  • Mangawhai Tavern - 7 min drive
  • Bennetts Cafe - 7 min drive
  • Brewed As Collective - 14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is So close to the sea! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at So close to the sea!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at So close to the sea!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is So close to the sea! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Mangawhai Heads holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Mangawhai Cliff Walk, Mangawhai Heads Beach and Mangawhai Golf Club. Mangawhai Museum is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quiet spot
A beautiful property within walking distance of the inlet.

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Holidays!
Very clean well kept property with everything available for our needs. Great views and incredibly handy for us as we were with the Surf Club Camp. Kids had a ball, parents got the relaxation that was needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sasha R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views, great location
A lovely property, super clean, well-stocked and well located to the estuary, Manawhai Heads Reserve. We loved our stay as did our kids (8 & 10) - especially loved all the cookbooks to browse through!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable
House was amazing as described. Would love to return some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place!
This place was great. The house is stocked well and had plenty of space. The location is great! It was nice to be able to walk to the estuary and the kids loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Natalie Stamilla

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My name is Natalie, I am a kiwi married to an Italian. Mauro came out to NZ from Italy in 2003 and fell in love with the lifestyle here. We live in Auckland where my husband has a fire protection business and I do sculpture (when I am not looking after the 5 kids!)

Why they chose this property

We have five beautiful children and want to show them how to enjoy life! With beautiful scenery of which you never tire, so many things to see and do and many friends calling Mangawhai home, we knew it was the right place for us.

What makes this property unique

This home is fresh and new, simple but perfect for a getaway. It has the most stunning view which will always be interesting no matter what the weather, and it is so close to parks, the estuary and the village.
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