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Getaway by the sea,fishing, surfing,swimming and a happy safe place to stay.

Vacation home in Whangarei Heads with kitchen and patio

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Escape to Getaway by the sea, nestled in Urquharts Bay, just a 35-minute scenic drive from Whangarei CBD. Enjoy safe swimming beaches and surf on your doorstep or explore Northland's best coastal tracks. With ample parking for boats and vehicles, tennis courts nearby at Taurikura Bay and McLeod Bay fish and chips close by.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 580 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Getaway by the sea,fishing, surfing,swimming and a happy safe place to stay.

A 35 minute scenic drive from Whangarei CBD will bring you to Urquharts Bay. Once there go over the bridge and veer left and 300m up the hill on the right you will find our accomodation awaits you.
You will pass a golf course, a great pub and local cafes. The closest store is the 4square in Parua Bay, which is small but very well stocked. You can refuel your car / boat and get your bait at Parua Bay shops on your way out to us. There is easy access to the harbour from Urquhart's Bay boat ramp.
Our local wharf will entertain you and the kids with some hand fishing if you don't have a boat.
Safe swimming beaches and surf are just on our doorstep. For those of you who like to walk, we have some of Northland's best coastal tracks.
The property has ample parking for boats and vehicles.
Near by at Taurikura Bay there are tennis courts. And further back at McLeod Bay is McLeod Bay fish and chips / takeaways and the Mania Club.
We live near by and are always happy to help you out with information or anything you may require to make your stay an enjoyable one.
Special conditions: .
If you require Linen we have a small fee of $80.00 per stay . (Payable to owner) Please advise after booking. We would supply bath towels and bath mat, tea towels and sheets . No sleeping bags. Bring your own beach towels please.There are pillows, duvets and blankets supplied. We also have electric blankets for each bed if you require them
We do not charge a cleaning fee.
Crack open a cold drink and kick back and relax at Getaway by the sea.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 861 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 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

Pets not 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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Urquharts Bay, Whangarei Heads

What's nearby

  • Taurikura Bay - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ocean Beach - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 30 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Ruakaka Beach - 46 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 63 min drive - 44.6 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Local - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪McLeod Bay Fish and Chips - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Getaway by the sea,fishing, surfing,swimming and a happy safe place to stay. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Getaway by the sea,fishing, surfing,swimming and a happy safe place to stay.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Getaway by the sea,fishing, surfing,swimming and a happy safe place to stay.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Getaway by the sea,fishing, surfing,swimming and a happy safe place to stay. located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Taurikura Bay and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Ocean Beach. Mount Manaia and Mcleod Bay are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Getaway by the sea,fishing, surfing,swimming and a happy safe place to stay. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicky F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

White sandy beaches, native bush and birds, and clear swimming water within 2km's - Ahhh Paradise!

A lovely clean and warm, family friendly property. It has everything you need and is so reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gaelyn & Scott D., Ocean Beach, Whangarei Heads

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome spot

My family rented this place. Superb location close to many beautiful beaches and walking tracks. Lovely clean and well appointed place to stay with awesome hosts. Highly recommend to others visiting the area😀
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Close to beautiful beach and bush walks, property has every thing you need including a great space f

Close to beautiful beach and bush walks, property has every thing you need including a great space for boat.

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Great hosts! Very hospitable and accommodating. Location was A+. We are looking forward to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Great place great people to deal with. Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely hosts,very nice stay

Close to the beach and boat ramp.Mark and barb are fantastic hosts.the bach has everything you need for either a relaxing getaway or a fishing experience.nice and close to the harbour entrance.plenty or room in the bach and good facilities to wash down boats and clean fish.overall great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
While this was one big open plan space, appliances were new and clean, outside amenities pleasant and position to Ocean's beach and walks spot on. Could not fault the hosts. We pulled our campervan up outside and joined the kids for a weekend. Price good, single mattresses could be firmer. Otherwise highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family stay!

Thank you for Barb and Mark! They are great hosts very kind and friendly. Our family really enjoyed our stay. In great location! Beautiful beach, good trekking place. We will definitely back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adele H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

An amazing bach in a beautiful location. Great fishing. Mark and Barb are wonderful hosts. Enjoyed our stay very much and hope to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Senka T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great hosts

Mark and Barb are warm welcoming hosts. We loved our stay. The proximity of both the Ocean beach and the harbour was ideal. The studio Bach was perfect for us. I loved the private outdoor area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay. Barb and Mark were great hosts very friendly and great with communicating. House had everything that you need when away from home. Very quiet and peaceful location but close to the beaches and bays for day trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gareth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Likely to return

Really enjoyed our stay here, hosts were very accommodating, ideal place to stay if you have a boat, local to alot Whangarei Heads has to offer, thanks again Mark and Barbs
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xmas Holiday

Clean Tidy Compact with everything you needed. Excellent Hosts and very helpful etc. Hope to come back soon

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Close to some beautiful beaches and walks, great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in the Heads

We had a lovely time staying at Mark and Barb's. The bach is perfect to explore Ocean Beach and hike the Bream Head track. We'd definitely look to stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice group stay

Its right near an amazing bay which can be accessed in minutes on foot, communal type set up which is awesome. There's a nice BBQ and outdoor seating. The owners are friendly too. Recommend for a group trip

8/10 Good

Natascha, Kaitaia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was clean, warm and comfortable and quite. I meet with the owner Barbara and she was lovely and accommodating. In a few of the sites that this property is with, the sites have falsely represented this place, so to get the real story your better off speaking with Barbs directly. Thanks for everything Barbara and I keep a eye out for you up north
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Litala E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Place

The property was great nice and tidy however if only a close room would be great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kareariki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property managers are awesome people lovely and such a homely feeling

Beautiful place to be simply loved it thank you so much for having us 5stars from us ♥️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sophie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

awesome place to stay

such a pretty area, stay was good - liked how there was multiple heaters to warm up the room as it is obviously in a garage. everything you need :)

10/10 Excellent

Joseph H., Paparoa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Garage Batch

Not the best view and kinda expose to the neighbors but a great place to stay as a base to do the Whangarei Heads Walks or to chill on wet days!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

luke R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you for everything

Really easy and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holger B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base to explore the Heads!

What a great place to stay for our family of four! Plenty of space inside and outside, fully equipped kitchen and DISHWASHER!!! Set in a tranquil surrounding, 3 minutes drive from beautiful Ocean Beach. Don't forget to explore the many walks in the area and make sure to hike across to Smugglers Cove (bring toggs!).

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Looking forward to our next trip already
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Georgie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely hosts, peaceful spot

We stayed here as a group of friends for New Years. It’s a nice, quiet spot and is a short drive away from Ocean Beach and some lovely walks. Very hospitable hosts. Thanks for a great stay!