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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 modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a blue island, and a stainless steel refrigerator.
A modern entrance with a wooden door, a white pathway, and a view of the sky through a skylight.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, and large windows with blinds.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81561 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • 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, Matakana Village
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪74 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mangawhai

This vacation home is a short stroll from Mangawhai Public Library and Mangawhai Village Market. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Village Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mangawhai Public Library - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 16 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 33 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Matakana Village - 54 min drive - 39.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brewed As. - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gringas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kōtare Cafe - ‬4 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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite 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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

618767

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Mangawhai within a short 11-minute walk of Mangawhai Village Market. You'll also find Mangawhai Heads Beach and Mangawhai Museum within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Does Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Whangarei (WRE), which is about 27.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Whai Awa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home.

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Ants B.

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

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