Holiday rentals with a fireplace in Waipu

Entertainers - Spa -Couples, Families & Groups

Stop scrolling, you've found your perfect stay! We're close to the estuary, surf beach, playground, skatepark, supermarket & shops The golf course, bowls club, boat ramp, Wood St Bar are just around the corner, or enjoy our Bach made for entertaining Show off your culinary skills with our woodfire pizza oven & watch the kids roast marshmallows(provided) We’re fully set up for tradies looking for weekday accom. Ask about cheaper weekday rates Pets (rules below) Groups 8+welcome just ask 1st

Matakana Escape - Short walk to Village Market

We welcome you to Matakana Escape. This modern 2-bedroom unit is the perfect place for your escape, to relax and unwind. It features stunning rural views and is bathed in afternoon sun. The large deck is perfect for BBQ’s and the outdoor area provides lots of space for kids to play. Matakana Village and Market are a flat 1km walk away. Private stand alone unit on our lifestyle property, seperate from house. The unit is well equipped with everything you need. Linen and towels are provided.

Ganeden Eco Retreat

Ganeden Eco Retreat is set overlooking valleys of native bush and pasture. Ganeden relies solely on solar power generation and is earth friendly. This retreat offers an experience in comfort & sustainability. You will be 5 to 15 km from some of NZ's great expansive white sandy beaches, stunning walks, cafes & outdoor pursuits. Your accommodation is half of the main house. It is completely closed off for your privacy with private access & outdoor deck. BBQ by request. Not suitable for children.

Fishmeister Lodge

This modern guesthouse with a 5 metre stud has a large mezzanine bedroom with a super king bed and two singles, open plan living/dining/kitchen area with extensive decks and concrete floors throughout. There is an outdoor hot spa, an indoor fireplace and indoor/outdoor dining areas, set on a 1 acre property. 2 minutes drive to market, restaurants and takeaways, including the iconic Mangawhai Tavern. 10-15 minutes drive to your choice of white-sand surf beaches and world class golf courses.

Mangawhai / Te Arai Retreat. Modern, elegant.

"Ballinree" is an architectural designed, 104m2 /1120 sq ft new build 1 bedroom home inspired by NZ’s back country huts, albeit a very comfortable version of one. Views in all directions to draw you into the landscape. Set off a quiet country laneway, only 10 minutes from Mangawhai and the glorious beaches along the Te Arai coastline. Also beckoning are the outstanding Te Arai Links Golf Courses with their fabulous Ric’s and Ocean Restaurants. BTW Ballinree in Gaelic is 'home of the king'.

Timeless Retreat

Steeped in history, this iconic Waipu landmark is awaiting your arrival! In the 19th century this well preserved, authentic homestead served as a coach house to many a weary traveler on horse back. Today the home’s charisma lives on! Hand crafted from native Kauri, sitting on a bedrock of solid limestone, you will have arrived at something extra special. Once again, like travellers of old you will be warmly embraced in it’s history of exquisite hospitality, and become a part of it’s story.

Private Bush Retreat

Tranquil and relaxed getaway in a pristine New Zealand Native forest Setting. A short three minute stroll beneath a canopy of beautiful bush to find this secluded hideaway overlooking farmland and dramatic hills beyond. Self contained open plan living, sleeping with cool Mid Century pull out sofa bed for added guests. Indoor bathroom accessed by adjoining deck. (separate from main living space). Wonder through the beautiful bush to the Cedar Hot tub nestled beneath Majestic Giant Puriri.

Black Rock Holiday Home - Tutukaka

Modern cedar home in Dolphin Bay, Tutukaka with all the modern benefits including a separate self contained sleep out. Absolute water front with panoramic ocean views and access to the beach below for fishing, snorkeling, kayaking, exploring, or just sitting on the sand. Enjoy all day sun from the ocean facing decks and then retire to the courtyard in the evening for a BBQ while sitting in front of an open wood fire. Tutukaka's finest restaurants and bars only a 3 minute drive away

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.

Making Memories • Fires • Spa • Alfresco Dining

Finalist in the Airbnb 2025 Awards 🏡🎉 in the Best Family-Friendly Stay category! Make Memories in Mangawhai’s Tuscany Wake to stunning sunrises on our peaceful lifestyle property, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and walking tracks—just 7–10 minutes drive from the surf beach and village. Spend your days exploring, then return home to unwind on the sun-soaked deck, dine al-fresco by the outdoor fire, and soak under the stars in the hot spa.

Staffa Bay Iconic 70's Treehouse

Perched above Staffa Bay on the stunning Tutukaka Coast, this 1970s Warwick Lee–designed home is a true Kiwi bach — full of character, cosy, and surrounded by native bush with sweeping views over Woolleys Bay. Nestled among nikau palms and birdlife, this peaceful treehouse-style retreat offers direct beach access via a private track (just 25 metres from the house to the sand). The magical Whale Bay Reserve is also just a 5-minute walk away.

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.