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Tropicana Waterfront Executive Accommodation
Beautiful modern new home right on the waterfront of the Whangarei harbour suitable for executive stay guests. Three bedrooms (King, Queen, and King Single) with quality bedding including 100% cotton sheeting. Main bathroom with bath, shower, and double vanity, main bedroom with ensuite. Open plan premium kitchen, dining, and lounge with expansive views to the water. A 5-minute drive to Onerahi township, and Whangarei domestic airport. 10-minute drive to Whangarei CBD. Unlimited fibre WiFi.

Kapia Lodge - Luxury waterfront
Kapia Lodge is perched on the edge of the cliffs at Pouto, offering breathtaking views of Kaipara Harbour. Secluded and private, it's the perfect retreat for a romantic getaway. Unwind, relax, and immerse yourself in the peaceful serenity of Kaipara. Curl up with a book, enjoy a board game, or lounge on the deck, soaking up the sun and stunning surroundings. As night falls, recline in the hot tub with a glass of wine, stargaze, or drift off to sleep as the moonlight dances over the harbour.

Seascape
Groups of more than two people please click contact Host to enquire first. I live above the air BNB. If you wanted to be by the sea, well you cant get any closer than this. Breath taking views. WINNER 2026 BEST BEACH IN NZ WAIPU. 5 minute drive. LANGS BEACH is also a beautiful beach. Large living area This spacish 3 Large Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Lower Level home. This home has a pool table to enjoy & after a day at the beach, you can have a nice outdoor shower. Beach towels aren’t supplied.

Luxurious Beachfront Paradise - 1h35 from Auckland
BEACHFRONT GETAWAY WITH STUNNING VIEWS AND MODERN COMFORTS Read the reviews and time and time again, our guests talk about how stunning the views are and the location. Situated spectacularly just next to the beautiful the beach, this modern house is perfect for a break from the city only 1h 35 from Auckland. Ideal for surfing, beach walks and relaxing time, it is the destination for a stress free stay away. It is located 5mn from shops, cafes, takeaway restaurants and 20mn from Whangarei.

Popular Waipu Cove haven with breathtaking views
Makai Lodge has spectacular sweeping views of Bream Bay, and is positioned on a small lifestyle block giving an idyllic holiday spot conveniently located within 5 minutes of Waipu and 1.5 hours from Auckland. Enjoy the quintessential kiwi holiday location but relish the modern day conveniences provided such as dishwasher, heat pumps, washing machine and SMART TV. Everything you'd want to do on holiday is on your doorstep. Makai Lodge is a modern 2 bdrm apartment with a 180deg view.

Waterfront Quintessential kiwi bach
This is a quintessential basic kiwi bach, absolute waterfront, stunning views, a hidden treasure with bush and beach walks, amazing fishing and diving. Our bach comes complete with everything needed for a beach holiday, weekend retreat or romantic getaway. An easy 10 minute stroll to local cafe or ten minute drive to Parua Bay cafes, 4 square and gas station and the infamous Parua Bay Tavern. Access to the Bach is down a short but moderately steep bush track(see photo).

organic farm, beautiful setting on harbour.
We are only 75mins drive north of Auckland, 10 mins off the number one highway. The cottage is built from beautiful untreated hardwoods set in a tranquil private spot, nestled on the edge of a regenerating native forest. The cottage is only a 2min walk down to the beautiful Kaipara Harbour. Our place is part of a 25 year old 300 acre organic permaculture farm, which we were instrumental in setting up as a working farm and village style subdivision.

Beachfront Apartment, Mangawhai Heads
Homely timber living area with balcony and fabulous sea views. Step out on to beautiful Picnic Bay. Ideal sheltered swimming area. 3 minutes walk to Surf beach. 4 minutes drive to shops, cafes, championship golf course. Tariff for 2 people is based on them just using the main bed and bathroom upstairs. If an extra bed/bathroom downstairs is required it would incur a separate $100 charge to cover extra laundry and cleaning costs.

Relax on the Kaipara Harbour
A lovely fully equipped modern cottage in a rural setting on the beautiful Kaipara Harbour (only 90 mins north of Auckland). Peaceful and private, you can lounge on the bean bags on the deck, or watch the tui as you soak in the bath. Native bush runs down to an estuary outside your floor to ceiling windows. Sheep, dogs, ducks and birdlife share the property with you as well as the occassional peacock harem.

Mangawhai -Clifftop Family Friendly Home Sleeps 16
Bach or holiday home, Handy to estuary, surf beach, shops, golf course, bowling club, restaurants, walking tracks, Museum, and Mangawhai Activity Zone - skatepark, playground, sportsfields etc. Sit back and relax and enjoy the views. The kids will be safe and happy in this large fully fenced property, jumping on the safe trampoline, playing in the sandpit or kicking a ball around in the front yard.

Beachfront Cabin - spa, kayaks, bikes
* Spa *Internet *Bikes *Kayaks Pātaua South is a special place at any time of year, 30 minutes from Whangarei, New Zealand's northernmost city. The cabin overlooks the entrance to the estuary and Mount Pataua, with Pataua North to the left. Transport yourself to the past and relish in the nostalgia of the traditional baches. Immerse yourself in the allure and unpretentiousness of the 1960s era.

Dune View Accomodation
Harbour front property with water access. The original Mangawhai Hotel, restaurants, takeaways, cafes and chocolate factory all within 10 minutes walking distance. Beautiful surf Beach and walking tracks close by. Two double bedroom unit with own access. One bathroom, kitchenette,microwave ,coffee machine, no stove. Off street parking.There is 2 Kayaks available with life jackets.
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Waterfront apartment rentals

Ripples n Tide Waterfront Studio

Beside the Beach

The Beach Hut/Waterfront Studio at Harbour Lights

Ariki beachfront apartment 1bed

Beach Lane Apartment on the Whangarei Harbour

Orewa by the Beach - Coastal living

Army Bay Studio - Stunning Sea Views

Marina Views
Waterfront house rentals

Modern Luxury Beachfront Escape with A/C

Black Rock Holiday Home - Tutukaka

Purerehua (butterfly) in Mangawhai Village

Beach house in unbeatable seaside location

Harbour View Oasis

Estuary Escape - modern, sunny and waterfront

PATAUA SOUTH "RA PUAWAI" RETREAT

Waterfront Kiwi Bach Point Wells
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Kelly’s Cottage by the Sea

The Piki Cottage - 4 Acres of Private Paradise!

2 houses on waterfront, sleeps 14 & pet friendly

Waipu River Farmhouse

Beachfront, Hot Tub & Stunning Sea Views

Waterfront Oasis in Mangawhai Heads

Lotus Cottage, Matakana

Selah Studio - Parua Bay
When is the best time to visit Mangawhai?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | £156 | £217 | £132 | £139 | £99 | £103 | £113 | £84 | £108 | £127 | £112 | £132 |
| Avg. temp | 19°C | 20°C | 19°C | 17°C | 15°C | 13°C | 12°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 18°C |
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20 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

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10 properties have a dedicated workspace

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30 of Mangawhai holiday rentals include wifi access

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4.9 Average rating
Mangawhai stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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