10/10 Excellent
Margaret A.
3 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot, close to beach and walks
Margaret A.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Entire home
Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Fireplace
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Free WiFi
Explore the area
Pataua North, Whangarei
- Whangaumu Bay
- Tutukaka Marina52 min drive
- Dive Tutukaka52 min drive
- Whangarei (WRE)29 min drive
Room options
About the area
Pataua North
At this cottage you'll be steps from Parauwanui Beach and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Pataua Island. .Accommodation features free WiFi, a fireplace and a patio. A kitchenette, a sofa bed and a living room are also available.
What's nearby
- Pataua Island - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
- Town Basin Marina - 36 min drive - 38.1 km
- Tutukaka Marina - 52 min drive - 52.0 km
- Dive Tutukaka - 52 min drive - 52.0 km
- Matapouri Bay - 60 min drive - 59.9 km
Getting around
- Whangarei (WRE) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
- Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - 42 min drive
- Parua Bay Tavern - 44 min drive
- Smith & Local - 45 min drive
- Salt Air Cafe - 47 min drive
- Tahi Cafe Pataua North - 1 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi
Stay at Tahi New Zealand in our self-contained beach cottage.
Tara cottage is part of the 256ha Tahi ecological sanctuary, including restored wetlands, lakes and forests. You will have the choice of walking one of the many tracks, swimming from the beautiful white sand surf beach or fishing and kayaking in the estuary. Surfing lessons and standup paddle boards are available locally, along with horse trekking through the property or along the beach.
Encompassing a rich variety of habitats, Tahi is a haven for walkers, birdwatchers and the conservation minded. Dune vegetation on the surf beach gives way to diverse broadleaf forest on the hills further inland, lakes provide habitat for mullet and rare long-finned eels while mangroves and saltmarshes are home to kingfishers, rare fernbirds and banded rails. Tahi is also proud to host a number of endangered bird species including Kiwi, Brown Teal, Bittern and Dotterell.
The on-site Tahi Cafe offers a blackboard menu of delicious breakfast and lunch dishes, great coffee and Kohu Road icecreams. Open Christmas to Waitangi Weekend - 7 days a week.
Special conditions:
No pets please, Tahi is a bird and kiwi sanctuary.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)
Tara cottage is part of the 256ha Tahi ecological sanctuary, including restored wetlands, lakes and forests. You will have the choice of walking one of the many tracks, swimming from the beautiful white sand surf beach or fishing and kayaking in the estuary. Surfing lessons and standup paddle boards are available locally, along with horse trekking through the property or along the beach.
Encompassing a rich variety of habitats, Tahi is a haven for walkers, birdwatchers and the conservation minded. Dune vegetation on the surf beach gives way to diverse broadleaf forest on the hills further inland, lakes provide habitat for mullet and rare long-finned eels while mangroves and saltmarshes are home to kingfishers, rare fernbirds and banded rails. Tahi is also proud to host a number of endangered bird species including Kiwi, Brown Teal, Bittern and Dotterell.
The on-site Tahi Cafe offers a blackboard menu of delicious breakfast and lunch dishes, great coffee and Kohu Road icecreams. Open Christmas to Waitangi Weekend - 7 days a week.
Special conditions:
No pets please, Tahi is a bird and kiwi sanctuary.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchenette
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near the ocean
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Kayak
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Bicycles
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
Cottage
Tara at Tahi New Zealand
Cosy Surrounded By Nature Tahi
Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature Tahi
Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi Cottage
Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi Pataua North
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi?
Yep, Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi is a short 1-minute walk from Parauwanui Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, waterskiing and windsurfing. You can also find motor boats.
Does Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
Is Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi?
No, Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi?
No, pets are not allowed.
Reviews
Cosy Beach Cottage surrounded by Nature - Tahi Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
10/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
10 - Excellent
16
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
8 - Good
5
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
6 - Okay
1
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cindy B., Hamilton, NZ
7 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay
The property was immaculate and clean on arrival. It was very hot outside and the inside was cool and breezy with doors open, no fans needed. And no insects came inside at all! So peaceful and relaxing. The shower pressure was amazing!! So impressed by this accommodation would stay again in a heartbeat.
My husband was on crutches but the car access to the private beach made it nice and easy for us.
One thing that would have made it perfect would have been a washing machine onsite. But it gave me a reason to buy more clothes in the town.
We found the trip back to Whangarei a gorgeous drive and did the trip a few days while on our stay. The restaurants catered for my allergies, which is normally an issue for me.
Overall absolutely amazing holiday. Feel refreshed and ready for 2024 :)
Cindy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
16 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Patea North
A rural retreat in a pleasant location.
Susan R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
simon w., Auckland
14 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nature Sanctuary Stay
Loved the location - beautiful beach and sanctuary with forest and wetland walks. Highly recommend if you are looking for a peaceful getaway in beautiful surroundings. Easy to book and great communication.
simon w.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Emily A., Auckland
2 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a relaxing break.
We had an amazing time at this charming property! It was super clean and has everything you need for a relaxing and rejuvenating break. The location is so good, a really easy walk to the surf beach or a short drive to the estuary which is perfect for small children. The property also provides great information for other walks in the area. I would recommend bringing all your food supplies as the nearest shops are back in Whangarei.
Our two little ones had a ball playing in the fenced garden and the neighboring horses were a huge hit. I would highly recommend staying here and we cannot wait to come again.
Emily A.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jo A.
5 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage for a beach break
Pataua had a special place in my heart as I spent summer holidays here as a child in a proper Kiwi Bach with an outside loo. So, it was lovely to return as an adult and enjoy the higher levels of comfort of this small but perfectly furnished cottage. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Jo A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
6/10 Okay
Kay M.
7 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Private Nature Surrounded
Very relaxing and nice and quiet. Cottage was lovely and clean with a cosy feel. Not good when raining as there is no dining seating inside only on an open deck.. Fireplace was Beautiful and bush walks were nearby. Our daughter enjoyed the horses outside very friendly. Thankyou to owners you have a lovely property.
Kay M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Terri D.
15 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Tara
We had a fabulous time! A perfect place for a family to stay. Heaps to do on an amazing property. A piece
of paradise.
Terri D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
10/10 Excellent
Melissa F.
6 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful with own beach access
Our girls were thrilled to have such friendly horses right in the paddock by the house, and our own private access to a beautiful beach was amazing. Will definitely be back.
Melissa F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
8/10 Good
Hayley M.
11 Apr 2019
Good tidy accommodation
Clean and nicely decorated.
Hayley M.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Alyssa M., Wellington
16 Jan 2019
Beautiful cosy getaway
Just two of us stayed in this cosy getaway that could fit up to 5 people. We enjoyed the lovely setting looking over farmland and with four horses as neighbours. The cooking facilities and bathroom were very nice and we appreciated the eco-friendly products that were throughout. We got to head out in the kayaks on the estuary thanks to the farmhand taking them down on their trailer. Would highly recommend staying here and we look forward to coming back again soon!
Alyssa M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
