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Rustic Beach House Getaway

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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McLeods Bay, Whangarei Heads is home to a charming bach perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities. Soak up the sun on the beach, explore scenic coastal walks or simply unwind with a book in this tranquil setting.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

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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.

Rustic Beach House Getaway

Original water front bach for relaxation...

Escape to our charming bach nestled in the heart of McLeods Bay, Whangarei Heads. Perfectly situated for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat, this cozy getaway offers easy access to stunning hiking trails, popular surfing spots, and excellent fishing. Unwind in the tranquility of this quiet beach town, where the pace of life slows down and nature takes center stage. Whether you're soaking up the sun on the beach, exploring the scenic coastal walks, or simply relaxing with a book, this is the perfect spot to recharge and reconnect.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Return gas bottle if used to storage area in the garage
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the area

Map
Whangarei Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mcleod Bay - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Reotahi Bay - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 27 min drive - 33.5 km
  • Ruakaka Beach - 40 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 57 min drive - 37.7 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬50 min drive
  • ‪Smith & Local - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Beach House Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rustic Beach House Getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Rustic Beach House Getaway located?

Nestled on the beach, this Whangarei Heads holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mcleod Bay and Reotahi Bay. Taurikura Bay and Mount Manaia are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Rustic Beach House Getaway Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting. Our second stay and we love how you can just wander up to the Deck Cafe for dinner or chill out on the deck with the Bbq.Wish we could stay for longer...
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanaz N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful break from the usual routine
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Peace and Paradise

Our stay was fantastic, everything was as described and had everything we needed. Just a great little place for relaxing weekend away.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Aimee D.

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

Great place

The property was well kept with amazing views of the water and mountains surrounding the Whangarei Heads area. The hosts kept in contact with us during our stay and were super helpful with any questions we had. A nice little getaway for a few days, thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

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

Touch of Paradise

The bach was in a great location. There were plenty of beaches to explore. The accommodation was comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith D.

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

Perfect Beach house

A lovely place stay. Very comfortable bed and nice hot shower.Beautifully positioned with a peaceful outlook over the bay. Walk up to the cafe and chip shop. Lots to do in the area or just sit and enjoy the nice deck to relax with comfortable chairs and BBQ.House had everything we needed, couldnt fault it. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn E.

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

Cute and cozy place

The bach was the perfect spot for a girls trip to read and relax for a few days. It was clean and tidy. The host was responsive to questions and there was even a handy info pack with things to do locally and places to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Su E.

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

The House of My Dreams

It was a wonderful stay. Everything was perfect. The house was fully equipped and the location was amazing. The sea was beautiful and they even provided kayaks. We didn't want to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely Bach. Gorgeous location right on the water. Very comfortable living area and lovely big deck with BBQ.Great beds with hotel grade sheets and bedding.Maree was fantastic with communicating and left treats and milk in the fridge for us.We felt so welcome.Wonderful area too. The walk up Mt Manaia an absolute stunner.Incredible bush and views from the top.Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Megan D.

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

Lovely bach

Idyllic location and lovely clean bach, we had a fantastic stay with our three kids. Host was prompt and helpful with communications. Only issue was the blocked shower we had 1 min showers each but am sure that will be sorted. Would recommend and stay here again, thank you so much for use of your house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susi B.

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

Cute rustic bach

Lovely stay and the bach had all what we needed, except the wifi didn‘t work at all, but was not a problem for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn D.

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

10/10

A beautiful stay for my mother during our wedding she absolutely loved it. The hosts were amazing, even helped us to recover a forgotten device. 10/10 recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla A.

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

Perfect home away from home

We loved our stay! Communication with Maree was great from the get go. The place was clean and tidy, and had all the extra things to make for a great stay - bbq, bean bags, snorkels and kayak, a few treats in the kitchen to help us settle in. The pull out sofa was so handy, and the beds were all very comfortable. Maree had a great booklet with all the local recommendations to help us make the most of our stay. We loved the Mt Manaia walk - gorgeous views across the area. Definitely reccommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie T.

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

Small Piece of Paradise

We really enjoyed our stay at the bach. It’s super cozy and we felt right at home. It is very well equipped and had everything we needed. There is even a kayak we were allowed to use. The owners are very responsive and helpful.The shack is located at the end of a cut-de-sac and therefore very quiet. There’s lots to do in Whangarei Heads esp if you like walks in nature. Would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Penny B.

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

Great value

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024