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Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River

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Dining

Private kitchen

Private kitchen

Interior

Terrace/patio

9.4Outstanding

(44 Ratings)

"Great host happy to answer any questions and give advise on the area. Great location if you want to get away from it all but at the same time it's only 20-30 from whangarei or tutkaka"

Matt N.

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9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(44 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

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

About this house rental

You'll be staying in an easy living 2 bedroom cottage on a large bush block set high on a ridgetop with 360 degrees views of the surrounding bush, the Ngunguru River and Ngunguru township. There's a 2.5km driveway down to the Ngunguru River where you'll have access to our private jetty (booking required). A beautiful wetland, stunning bush walks, high hill look outs, picnic stop along the way. Please let us know what activities your interested in so we can accommodate as jetty require booking.. Please see our house rules for bookings. If you're wanting to book within 24hrs of check in pls call us before booking. We are located half way between Whangarei CBD & Tutukaka so you're in a perfect location to explore the local area, the Ngunguru river, and the stunning Tutukaka coast and beaches. Nearest supermarket is at Tikipunga. It's a very quiet rural location that feels secluded but is very convenient. We have been hosting for 3 years so please see our reviews.

Amenities at Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

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

9.4Outstanding

(44 Ratings)

"Great host happy to answer any questions and give advise on the area. Great location if you want to get away from it all but at the same time it's only 20-30 from whangarei or tutkaka"

Matt N.

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(44 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

Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area

Map of Northland

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Waitangi Treaty Grounds

Whangarei Falls

About this house rental

You'll be staying in an easy living 2 bedroom cottage on a large bush block set high on a ridgetop with 360 degrees views of the surrounding bush, the Ngunguru River and Ngunguru township. There's a 2.5km driveway down to the Ngunguru River where you'll have access to our private jetty (booking required). A beautiful wetland, stunning bush walks, high hill look outs, picnic stop along the way. Please let us know what activities your interested in so we can accommodate as jetty require booking.. Please see our house rules for bookings. If you're wanting to book within 24hrs of check in pls call us before booking. We are located half way between Whangarei CBD & Tutukaka so you're in a perfect location to explore the local area, the Ngunguru river, and the stunning Tutukaka coast and beaches. Nearest supermarket is at Tikipunga. It's a very quiet rural location that feels secluded but is very convenient. We have been hosting for 3 years so please see our reviews.

Amenities

Non-smoking

Pets allowed

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

9.4 / 10.0

Outstanding(44 Ratings)

10.0 / 10.0

Great host happy to answer any questions and give advise on the area. Great location if you want to get away from it all but at the same time it's only 20-30 from whangarei or tutkaka

10.0 / 10.0

The house is very comfortable with 2 good sized bedrooms and big living/dining areas. There are some beautiful pieces of art and an excellent book collection. The view is amazing and the property has some hidden gems. We were here for 3 nights and loved every minute. Host is great!

10.0 / 10.0

real peace and quiet with lots of space. just the sound of the birds. Everything we needed including tech. Very comfy bed with quality linen. Will book again

10.0 / 10.0

Had a delightful stay at this place. It is a little off the beaten track so to speak, so for exploring there’s a little bit more to do but the surrounding area is breathtaking, the house is ideal for a small family of couple, everything you need. Such a great couple of nights here.

10.0 / 10.0

This is a great batch the views are amazing it is totally private. The beds are great and it has everything you need for a great stay A big thanks to our host Steve great to deal with.

10.0 / 10.0

Fabulous quiet bach,our dog loved it,very safe for him.totally recommend this place

10.0 / 10.0

Was such a tranquil private place The views are just beautiful Steve provided everything we could want. It was our home away from home. It was warm and so inviting Thank you steve we will most certainly come back

8.0 / 10.0

Nice and quiet, and away from neighbours so it felt like a great escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Enjoyable, and would gladly stay again. The view and sunny surround was absolutely amazing, as was the stroll down to the jetty. The house does provide all necessary cooking and living amenities to make the stay comfortable. However a coffee table would be really useful as there is no where to put your drink while watching tv. Absolutely fantastic that the property is pet friendly which is why we booked but it probably needs to be aired out before guests arrive as there was a really strong dog smell when we arrived. After airing the house during our 2 day stay the smell was gone by the time we left, and we also had a small dog as well. There is, understandably, a security camera watching the entrance. Although it provides security it should probably be mentioned in the listing for awareness.

10.0 / 10.0

Fantastic place to kick back and get back to nature. The walk was well worth pushing on for.

10.0 / 10.0

What a beautiful place to wake up! This is a perfect place to be off the grid and enjoy the outdoors. Cozy cabin with everything you need and Steve was very helpful and welcoming! Our two teens loved all the outdoor space.

10.0 / 10.0

The property has wonderful views in all directions and lovely grounds. It is comfortable and well maintained with all the necessary facilities for a good stay.

8.0 / 10.0

The location is great with amazing view. Short drive to Tutukaka and Ngruguru township. The house is functional with all the amenities and great wifi speed. The toilet and bathroom have smells that needs to be look at.

10.0 / 10.0

Everything about the bach was perfect. It's clean, spacious; has stunning view; beds were comfy, etc., It's close to everything. Short drives to Whangarei and beaches. We absolutely had the best time and Steve made sure of that. Thank you very much Steve and hopefully we can go back soon :)

4.0 / 10.0

We are very keen on fishing and booked this accommodation as it included a private jetty, which we expected would have unlimited access for us to enjoy our fishing whenever we chose too. This however is not the case it is restricted access controlled by the host, in that you must text him, every time prior to using the jetty to get permission due to what he deems as health & safety issues!! I would of thought having paid in advance for the week, any health & safety issues would have been addressed prior to guests arrival. I spoke to the host on the Monday and asked whether we could take a look at the jetty to which he replied no, but if it didn't rain overnight it would be fine the next day to go down. We attempted to do this, however when we got to his house which you have to pass to get to the jetty he came out and became quite animated raising his arms in the air, rolling his eyes and shrugging his shoulders (because we hadn't texted even though I had spoken to him the day before) which my wife and I considered rude. The excuse of health & safety issues regarding the jetty is ironic given health & safety issues with the actual accommodation don't seem to matter e.g broken light switch, masking tape around the wiring on the lights in the lounge and dining area, chipped crockery, split in chopping board and raised pieces of decking Restricted access to the jetty should be made clear in the booking information, if we had known this we would not have booked this holiday

4.0 / 10.0

Really third world! Shower was dirty and shower mat dirty. Spare blankets were smelly and not clean. Minimum of cutlery and crockery made meals a hassle for our group. Only two hand towels. No hooks to hang towels in the bathroom. Only one reading light per double bed - tough luck for the unlucky partner. There is nowhere in the spare room to hang anything, nor even a bench to place bags or clothes on. Owner extremely rude to one guest for not texting him before going down to the jetty. Totally unacceptable! The advert states that there was access to the jetty but there seemed to be a problem about us going there.

10.0 / 10.0

Loved the spacious living areas, beautiful decor and the view and outdoor area was amazing would definitely stay again. Host has done a great job at accommodating their guests. Absolutely beautiful hidden treasure.

10.0 / 10.0

This place is quiet, clean, and really well set out, comfortable. magnificent views, the best comfortable beds, and pillows, tank water is a plus . The host is available, and check in and out was a breeze. Many thanks Steve, hope we can return 1 day.

10.0 / 10.0

Clean, very comfortable beds, well appointed, helpful property manager, stunning views and sunrises and sunsets. Off the beaten track

8.0 / 10.0

Lovely hilltop location, views are amazing. Quite remote, which is its charm, but far from the beaches

10.0 / 10.0

We loved staying here. It is so peaceful. We felt refreshed and rejuvenated after our stay. A great place to unwind. The views are beautiful and the sunrise and sunsets were spectacular.

8.0 / 10.0

The property was great with all the facilities to cook food and wash and dry clothes. Very quiet with outstanding views as the property is located up high on a mountain. The road conditions to the property from the main town were ok with about 20 minutes of steady driving and only a small bit of gravel road for about 6 minutes driving slow. If you need groceries get them before driving out. Make sure you notify the manager if driving to the river and wharf on the property. The road to the wharf is gravel and quite steep and takes between 5 to 10 minutes slowly in dry conditions. The path down to the wharf is very steep

10.0 / 10.0

Such a beautiful secluded place just what i needed beautiful farmlands and water views 😍 nice and tidy place with everything we needed . Thank you Steve i appreciate the extra care you took in cleaning due to my allergies. Thank you so much

10.0 / 10.0

Very comfortable relaxed home, great views and location.

10.0 / 10.0

We had a lovely stay in this peaceful bach. Great location between Whangārei and Tutakaka. Lovely views over the trees and over the water. Bach had everything we needed for a long weekend. Thank you for having us.

10.0 / 10.0

we loved this place, Steve was awesome to deal with, fishing off the Jetty was great, we will go back, highly recommend.

10.0 / 10.0

What a fantastic view!! So relaxing sitting out on the deck just drinking in the view. The property is so spacious and there is everything you need. Steve is a fabulous host, there if you want him and so helpful. The fishing was great! Really enjoyed our time there and will be sure to book again on our next visit to New Zealand

10.0 / 10.0

Great place to chill and relax and exlore the area. Amazing views from the deck. Easy and friendly communication with host. Highly recommended.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely warm place outside of Whangerei. Beautiful views and everything you need.

10.0 / 10.0

Was an awesome little home to stay at and the view was to die for. Wish I could have stayed longer but plans changed. Steve was very accommodating.

10.0 / 10.0

Batch in excellent condition with beautiful views.

Batch in excellent condition with beautiful views.

Great place to stay

10.0 / 10.0

This little place was a highlight of our trip. The position and the views were breathtaking! Steven made sure to communicate with us regularly and the little cottage was beautiful. Thank you for such an amazing stay!

10.0 / 10.0

We absolutely enjoyed our time at the cottage and only wished for more. We got the peace and serenity we were much longing for and this humble cottage offered that to us in abundance. We truly loved the panoramic view of the bay, the quietness and privacy we got here. Steve is also an amazing host, we gave us such useful and timely information to make our stay a great one.

10.0 / 10.0

Peaceful Northland Retreat

Peaceful Northland Retreat

Incredible views, lots of wild birds and very quiet. Just what we wanted.

10.0 / 10.0

Truly magnificent

Truly magnificent

For anyone wanting a stay this close to civilisation but almost totally removed from it, this is the spot for you! Incredible view, absolutely quiet and very comfortable.

10.0 / 10.0

Great thank you

Great thank you

nice

10.0 / 10.0

Great hospitable hosting by Steve. The views are fantastic, especially the sunrise

Great hospitable hosting by Steve. The views are fantastic, especially the sunrise

We had a quiet time away for the family break. Nearby nice spots we visited is the Matapouri beach

10.0 / 10.0

Ngunguru ford road

Ngunguru ford road

What a great property with spectacular views of ngunguru harbour. Really private and quiet a great little spot to get away.

4.0 / 10.0

Good location for Poor Knights Fishing was good from private jettyBeware owner's dog if you go to the jetty - unfortunately it scratched our cars and scared our kidsGood value stay otherwise

8.0 / 10.0

No frills bach

No frills bach

Good location for Poor Knights Fishing was good from private jetty Beware owner's dog if you go to the jetty - unfortunately it scratched our cars and scared our kids Good value stay otherwise

10.0 / 10.0

Peaceful Ngunguru

Peaceful Ngunguru

Had a wonderful, relaxing stay in the most tranquil setting. Stunning views, comfortable accommodation and accomodating host. Would definitely recommend

FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River. 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 Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River 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 Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and pets allowed.

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