10/10 Excellent
Christina S.
Apr 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
Christina S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi
Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Pataua North, Pataua
- Parauwanui BeachPlace, Parauwanui Beach2 min drive
- Town Basin MarinaPlace, Town Basin Marina30 min drive
- Ruakaka BeachPlace, Ruakaka Beach51 min drive
- Whangarei (WRE)Airport, Whangarei (WRE)24 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Pataua North
This cottage places you next to Parauwanui Beach and within a 3 miles (5 km) of Pataua Island. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
What's nearby
- Parauwanui Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
- Town Basin Marina - 30 min drive - 23.7 miles
- Whangarei Falls - 30 min drive - 17.9 miles
- Matapouri Bay - 51 min drive - 37.2 miles
- Ruakaka Beach - 51 min drive - 46.3 miles
Getting around
- Whangarei (WRE) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
- Parua Bay Tavern - 44 min drive
- Smith & Local - 45 min drive
- Tahi Cafe - 6 min walk
- Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - 42 min drive
- Salt Air Cafe - 47 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.
Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi
Mara 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 27th December to February - 7 days a week.
Special conditions:
No pets please, Tahi is a bird and kiwi sanctuary.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)
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 27th December to February - 7 days a week.
Special conditions:
No pets please, Tahi is a bird and kiwi sanctuary.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an electric kettle, and an ironing board.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Stereo
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the ocean
- On a lake
- On a river
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Bicycles
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- This property doesn't allow pets
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 and a first aid kit
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: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- 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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Property is also known as
Mara at Tahi New Zealand
Bungalow In Paradise Tahi
Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi Pataua
Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi Cottage
Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi Cottage Pataua
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do around this cottage?
This cottage is located in Pataua North within a short 2-minute walk of Parauwanui Beach. You'll also find Whangaumu Bay and Goat Island nearby.
Is there parking available at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
Is this cottage associated with a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Is Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi a good place to stay for couples?
At this lakeside cottage, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.
Are there hot tubs at Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.
Does this cottage provide breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to this cottage?
The closest major airport to this cottage is Whangarei (WRE), which is 19.3 mi away (41 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi?
Yes, every accommodation at Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi comes with a deck.
Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kendra B., Auckland, New Zealand
Jun 20, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Total peace and tranquility.
We loved the luxurious accommodation set in a tranquil location with Mother Nature right on your doorstep! The walk to the Boardwalk with my elderly mum was the highlight of her weekend. A little unsure with her footing we took it steady with plenty of stops for a breather. We had a rest on seats in the "hideaway" to watch the ducks, swans and numerous birds on the lake and a slow leisurely walk back along the driveway. It was purely magical and so quiet. We were feeling refreshed in mind and body and ready for a cup of tea when we got back to the house.
A perfect house for a family get together with a few walks and bike tracks. Loved every minute, so we will definitely be back. Thank you to Lesley for having the lights on for our late arrival, the house was warm and cosy. Very highly recommended.
Kendra B.
10/10 Excellent
Claire L.
Jan 10, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous and spacious house our family enjoyed spending Christmas at.
Easy and fast communication and details on getting to Tahi and all the site instructions provided. Lesley was so welcoming and helpful for questions we had upon arrival and during our stay.
Claire L.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019