A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
Steps from the shore
Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
On beach
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Mangawhai Heads, Northland
Mangawhai Heads Beach
Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
5 min drive
Mangawhai Cliff Walk
Place, Mangawhai Cliff Walk
5 min drive
Matakana Village
Place, Matakana Village
57 min drive
Whangarei (WRE)
Airport, Whangarei (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.
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Mangawhai
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai. Mangawhai Golf Club and Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland 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 Cliff Walk. Travelling with kids? Consider Goat Island and Reptile Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
How much does it cost to stay at Sea views, 10 min walk to shops?
As of 7 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sea views, 10 min walk to shops on 13 July 2026 start from AU$553, 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 So close to the sea!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at So close to the sea!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 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
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We have loved our stay in this house: it has all the comfort and amazing views!The location was perfect for us, not far from street with lovely restaurants/ takeaway places. Great beaches nearby and you just cannot beat the views from this property.We would love to come back one day
Great location by the beach with an amazing view and comfortably slept 5 adults. Very well equipped with kitchen stuff and we really appreciated the proper coffee machine!
Amazing location with awesome views. Walk to beach in just a few minutes. Kayaks available too. Exceptionally comfortable facilities made this feel like home away from home. Would definitely visit again.
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!
Great location and property. Lots of local walks, fabulous view and tonnes of space to lounge about and do as little as possible!
Would definately stay again.
Perfect location for a stay in Mangawhai Heads. Amazing views, plenty of room, well equiped and easy access to all activities and facilities. Would definitely stay again.
Dinah W.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thanks for coming, we would love to have you back again.
The house is great, but need some TLC when it comes to cleaning. We stayed during the latest storm, and there was a small leak in the lounge/conservatory entrance, which got fixed quickly by the owner. Great to have aircon in both the lounge and the hallway!. Overall, great location and amazing views!
OzandNyree B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan 2026
Thanks for coming and letting us know about the leak. We’ll be taking care of that for sure.
A homely property with stunning views over the estuary. Natalie was an excellent host, always helpful and prompt with communication. We would thoroughly recommend this as a place to stay.
Katrine P.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2020
Thanks Katrine for your good communication and great review. You are welcome back again!
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!
Charlotte B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Rhiannon C.
22 Feb 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
I booked this on behalf of some work colleagues, and unfortunately, they were not impressed with the cleanliness of the house. They made several remarks about certain things not being clean - including the bedding.
Rhiannon C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
It is a shame to only find out of any issues when you post a review. We said if you have any problems please get in touch and we’ll work to resolve them straight away, but never heard from you during the stay so assumed everything was ok. It’s difficult to keep an eye on the cleaner’s work when we live in a different city, but would have definitely fixed these issues if you had told us.
We had the best stay-awesome house,easy dealing with the owner-great property manager.I was sad to have to leave!.We will definitely be back.Thanks so much.
We had a great stay in Mangawhai. Had abit of a check in issue but wasn’t a big problem. House was clean and tidy, all amenities as described. Views were lovely. Highly recommended.
Ange V.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Sorry about the mishap with the check in, glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again.
The house was perfect for our week working in Mangawhai. Not too far from the job and close to shops and restaurants. It was great to have a private and quiet space to return to in the evenings. Communication was quick and easy. The space itself, was clean and tidy with safe off street parking for two work vehicles. We would highly recommend this accommodation.
Paul O.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2020
Great to have you stay, welcome back any time!
About the host
Hosted by Natalie Stamilla
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.
Languages:
English, French, Italian
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests