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Waterfront Old World Class

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Welcome to Mabel's

1860's Classic

Back Dining area

Kitchen windows

Front Dining area

9.9Outstanding

(77 Ratings)

Guests raved about the cozy cottages, historic charm, well-thought-out amenities, and delightful touches like homemade bread and welcoming hosts. The waterfront location and stunning views were also highly praised.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

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9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(77 Ratings)

House in Northland

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this house rental

What a little honey... they don’t make them like this anymore! Mabel has been round a bit and can tell a few stories! Recently updated and beautifully furnished she is ready to start her next era – come and be part of that! She has 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 2 toilets.

Mabel may look small but she’s actually surprisingly roomy and airy. You’ll delight in the stunning views from every window, and she’s literally just 7 paces from back door to water’s edge!

This charming cottage provides you with a very comfortable and stylish base to explore our wonderful area. No matter what the weather you’ll luxuriate in Mabel’s ambience and space. At almost 150 years old she is well versed at having people stay and it shows. Mabel’s of Mill Bay is definitely worth a visit.

Special conditions:
Rates are for 2 people and include linen and towels. Extra people are charged at $20 per person per night.
If you stay includes a public holiday then please ask for a quote as rates vary.
Pets are welcome but please advise prior to arriving

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Amenities at Waterfront Old World Class

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Map of Northland

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Whangarei Falls

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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Top rated by guests

9.9Outstanding

(77 Ratings)

Guests raved about the cozy cottages, historic charm, well-thought-out amenities, and delightful touches like homemade bread and welcoming hosts. The waterfront location and stunning views were also highly praised.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(77 Ratings)

House in Northland

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

Map of Northland

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Whangarei Falls

About this house rental

What a little honey... they don’t make them like this anymore! Mabel has been round a bit and can tell a few stories! Recently updated and beautifully furnished she is ready to start her next era – come and be part of that! She has 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 2 toilets.

Mabel may look small but she’s actually surprisingly roomy and airy. You’ll delight in the stunning views from every window, and she’s literally just 7 paces from back door to water’s edge!

This charming cottage provides you with a very comfortable and stylish base to explore our wonderful area. No matter what the weather you’ll luxuriate in Mabel’s ambience and space. At almost 150 years old she is well versed at having people stay and it shows. Mabel’s of Mill Bay is definitely worth a visit.

Special conditions:
Rates are for 2 people and include linen and towels. Extra people are charged at $20 per person per night.
If you stay includes a public holiday then please ask for a quote as rates vary.
Pets are welcome but please advise prior to arriving

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Amenities

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Things to know

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.

Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.

Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.

TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0

Outstanding(77 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

Guests raved about the cozy cottages, historic charm, well-thought-out amenities, and delightful touches like homemade bread and welcoming hosts. The waterfront location and stunning views were also highly praised.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

10.0 / 10.0

Gorgeous historic place. We’ve been warmed welcomed by Richard who gave as instructions and good recommendations about the region. Definitely we recommend for everyone who wants to have a peaceful experience.

10.0 / 10.0

Mabel as described, cute and quirky due to her age that made us smile. The host excellent with comm"s and generous with supplies along with a couple of treats. Location was key to our plans with bonus of fishing right outside the door!.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely place to stay. Beautiful location

10.0 / 10.0

We had the most amazing stay at Mabel's Cottage. Richard was the perfect host, we can't thank you enough for making us feel so welcome. A little piece of NZ History awaits in this amazing cottage, with beautiful waterfront views of Mill Bay, steps away from walkways with amazing views, a quick stroll to the Mangonui Fish shop. We will certainly be back, thank you again!

10.0 / 10.0

Mabels was the perfect place to spend a long weekend and celebrate my birthday. The cottage was clean and full of everything we could have needed. As Mabel is part of my extend whanau we enjoyed all the little touches to the history of the area and Mabels family. Will definitely be back.

10.0 / 10.0

Peaceful, comfortable, homely, quirky. Great host very knowledgeable about the history and area. Lovely walks, local eateries. Mabel’s Cottage was a delight.

10.0 / 10.0

The cottage is quirky, as the title suggests, but well equipped, comfortable and in a great position. The host was friendly and communicated well.

10.0 / 10.0

Very tidy, nice and warm in winter with fireplace, and lots of really nice art and decoration to this old character home. Will definitely be back!

10.0 / 10.0

Cool during the day warm and cosy in the evening. Stroll to the shops, it was just great.

10.0 / 10.0

Loved the cottage. Very cute and everything inside well thought out and we didn't want for anything. Beds really comfortable and the view amazing. Loved every minute of it.

10.0 / 10.0

A lovely cottage with real character and all the facilities to ensure a comfortable stay. A perfect spot and great to walk out the door for a swim at high tide.

10.0 / 10.0

Little historical old house have everything you need! Right next to water and we enjoy our stay in the Mable.

10.0 / 10.0

We had such a lovely time in Mangonui and Mabel’s was the best part. The sweetest little cottage with everything we needed and more. The wine and homemade bread were unexpected touches. The history of the home, the location, and the lovely decor all made for our best stay ever.

10.0 / 10.0

We're chuffed that we chose this place to spend our holiday. We enjoyed the peaceful harbour location, being so close to the water and the history and cuteness of Mabel's.

10.0 / 10.0

Mabel's in Mangonui is a delightful waterfront setting and impressive views. Richard is a welcoming host. The cosy cottage is in a prime location near shops and the bay and made for an incredibly enjoyable experience. Overall, it was a highly recommended and enjoyable experience.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful and cosy, well appointed and in a fabulous location. Richard is a pleasure to deal with. We would love to return.

10.0 / 10.0

Richard found us this property as our original booking changed due to unforeseen events. The property was perfect for us and our pooch. We had a fabulous view of the beach to Karikari peninsula. The beach was an easy 3 minute walk. Lots to do in the area. Mangonui was also an easy walk. We had a fabulous stay and loved hearing the waves day and night.

10.0 / 10.0

Perfect location, close to everything, clean and has everything you need.

10.0 / 10.0

A beautiful cottage with such an interesting history. Perfect location for exploring the local area and beyond. Loved having the cozy fire to come back to after our daytime travels and a comfy bed to rest up. The fresh bread and wine as a lovely touch. The house really had everything you could need. We really need to come back as our two nights was just not enough time :)

10.0 / 10.0

Sweet and quaint

10.0 / 10.0

Such a cute place to stay with everything you need. Love the fireplace, history and treats. Super comfortable bed. Thank you!

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful cosy environment. Cottage was amazing definitely would stay again.

10.0 / 10.0

Loved the location, loved the cottage and the lovely roaring fireplace now the cooler nights are here. A great place to kick back and relax

10.0 / 10.0

Overall amazing

10.0 / 10.0

Absolutely amazing little house right on the water. The most tranquil mornings. Richard was an amazing host - thanks a lot

10.0 / 10.0

We have admired Mabel's on our visits to Coopers Beach/Mangonui over the years and the cottage is a step back in time with a modern twist. Richard is the perfect host and had made a fresh loaf of bread, brought some wine and then dropped off some fresh fish caught that day with some delicious homegrown potatoes from his garden. We couldn't have asked for a more urbane host. The cottage is a delight and is decorated in a gorgeous eclectic style of tasteful kiwiana and bright colours. The bed is very comfortable and Richard welcomed our spoodle with a bowl of fresh water. We both loved reading the history of the cottage and there are some very special figures in NZ history who are associated with its original family owners. The only tiny thing I'd comment on is the tiny bathroom. The shower is over the bath and if you are taller than 175cm then it can be just a little bit uncomfortable. However, the space is compact and all amenities are there. The kitchen and laundry are well fitted out too. We really wanted for nothing. Thank you Richard for a most pleasurable holiday experience.

10.0 / 10.0

Peaceful stay in lovely historic cottage right on the water's edge. Enjoy sunset from the sheltered deck, or cosy up in the charming cottage. Great choice of local eatout options or get takeaways and enjoy them at home. Everything is an easy walk from here. Generous and welcoming hosts made our stay feel extra special ...

10.0 / 10.0

Gorgeous little cottage with amazing views! Despite the weather not being the best, we loved Mabel’s. Super cozy with the fire place going. An amazing location to have as your base for the Far North. Great hospitality and communication from Richard. Highly recommend!

10.0 / 10.0

We really enjoyed this quirking place full of history and interesting unique decor. Our little dog felt right at home by the roaring fire. A lovely winter get away.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautuful bach in a stunning peaceful location. Had everything we needed for our family holiday. Close to shops, pubs, take aways and numerous beaches. Would love to go back.

10.0 / 10.0

Can’t wait to come back!

Can’t wait to come back!

A little gem in Mangonui, warm and cosy, a home away from home for our mid winter break.

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful

Wonderful

Everything was wonderful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mabels cottage...Richard was a great host and we loved the homemade bread on arrival..we will be back again someday soon.

10.0 / 10.0

Wonderful Property

Wonderful Property

We really had a great time at Mabel's!! It is exactly like the pictures and in the most gorgeous spot in Mangonui. We loved being able to take our little dog, and she absolutely loved it. Richard was great at explaining all about the property and area, and we loved the homemade bread and Wine on arrival. Loads to do around the area, or just relax with all the magazines and local history books to read. Lovely place, and we loved it all.

10.0 / 10.0

Mangonuistay

Mangonuistay

we had the most enjoyable stay in a gorgeous little cottage. It was just perfect for me and my husband (and small dog) but could also easily have had another couple with us. it was very convenient with just a short walk to shops, cafe's etc. Also a great place to go fishing from, with very lovely bay.

4.0 / 10.0

Location was fantastic, serene and beautiful.

10.0 / 10.0

Far North Stay

Far North Stay

We just loved this quaint cottage, it has so much history and very cozy and warm - we didn't want to leave and explore. Beautiful view, lots of walks and things to do. We'd love to come back.

10.0 / 10.0

Great spot

Great spot

Mabels is in a great location - easy access to Mangonui and the rest of Doubtless Bay. Lovely historic house. The only fault, as a tall person, I found the shower a bit cramped, but otherwise everything was great.

5.0 / 10.0

Mabels is one of the best Bach’s we’ve ever stayed at. On arrival we were greeted by wine and delicious fresh bread. The house itself is perfectly appointed with everything you need for a comfortable stay and then there is the view... uninterrupted water views. Perfection. It’s also a short walk to the famous fish shop, and if you’re lucky you’ll spy orca in the harbour like we did. Thanks so much Richard for this amazing property, we will be back.

10.0 / 10.0

The ultimate relaxing getaway

The ultimate relaxing getaway

Mabels is one of the best Bach’s we’ve ever stayed at. On arrival we were greeted by wine and delicious fresh bread. The house itself is perfectly appointed with everything you need for a comfortable stay and then there is the view... uninterrupted water views. Perfection. It’s also a short walk to the famous fish shop, and if you’re lucky you’ll spy orca in the harbour like we did. Thanks so much Richard for this amazing property, we will be back.

5.0 / 10.0

Great little cottage in a great location. Excellent weather and warm sea helped, as did the responsiveness of our host to the few queries we had. The only minor negative was the early morning noise from the neighbours who were having renovations done. We would recommend Mabel's cottage for both summer and winter vacations.

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Waterfront Old World Class. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Waterfront Old World Class pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Waterfront Old World Class?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.

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