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Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home

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A modern house with a covered patio, a white bench, and a view into the interior.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, and large windows with blinds.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a blue island, and a dining area with white chairs and a wooden table.
A modern two-story house with a central glass door, a covered patio, and a well-maintained lawn.
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wall clock.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Mangawhai, Northland
  • Place, Mangawhai Village Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Public Library
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪74 min drive‬

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About the area

Mangawhai

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Mangawhai Public Library and Mangawhai Village Market. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen and a washing machine. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a living room and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. .With a stay at this Mangawhai holiday home, you'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Mangawhai Museum and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Mangawhai Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Village Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mangawhai Public Library - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 16 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 33 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Matakana Village - 54 min drive - 64.1 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Little Red Fish - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Millars Vineyard - ‬22 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home

If you're looking for a peaceful coastal lifestyle and village culture, look no further. Walk out of your four-bedroom family home to the harbour reserve where you can gaze out across the water to the Te Whai Pa site. Welcome to Whai Awa Retreat!

Enjoy spending time with your friends or family at this single level, four-bedroom holiday home, a perfect place to retreat to after spending long balmy days at the beach.

The contemporary interior with coastal touches will set the scene wonderfully for you next holiday.This welcoming home is equipped with all the bells and whistles you need for a hassle-free stay, including a modern kitchen to cook up a storm, complete with modern stainless-steel appliances.

The open plan living/dining area provides a bright and inviting ambience to make memories with your loved ones. Sit back and relax on the cosy couches while you indulge in the Smart TV provided at the holiday home, or switch on the Wi-Fi to stay connected and upload your holiday snaps.

Surf, swim and sunbathe at the gorgeous Mangawhai Heads Beach just a 12-minute drive away from the accommodation. Launch your good life from Whai Awa Retreat which is situated right on the estuary with kayak launch ramps a two minute walk from the house. There are two kayaks provided in the garage.

Whai Awa is conveniently walking distance to the historic Mangawhai Tavern, Saturday weekend markets, the Famous Bennetts chocolates, the Dune restaurant, shops and cafes in Mangawhai Village. Turn this getaway into a golf trip when you can drive just 10-minutes to the world-famous Tara Iti, and sister club Te aria links Golf Course only a 20-minute drive from the property.

Whether it’s a fun family getaway or a friends escape, where you can even bring your furry friend, Whai Awa Retreat has got you covered for your next break away!
Please note that a surveillance camera will be operating for added security during your stay. Rest assured these are for security purposes and are not used in areas where guests relax during their stay.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,561 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

618767

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

The closest beach to Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home is Mangawhai Heads Beach (4.9 km).

Does Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and highchairs, it's no surprise that Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

No, Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ants B.

Liked: Communication, listing accuracy
Great spot to stay with everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry J.

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

Relaxing in a new clean extremely functional house for a large family group

It was a lovely clean new house. It had almost everything we needed for an extended family group.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022