Araca Lodge - Cute sunny, pet friendly with fenced backyard, close to estuary

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8.6Excellent
(4 Ratings)
"Great outdoor area to relax. Really comfortable house, having everything we needed. Excellent and secure for our dog to play outside. Two weeks there was bliss."
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8.6 / 10
Excellent(4 Ratings)

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6 guests · 3 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

Please note for New Years bookings you must ENQUIRE first before booking as we have different requirements for this period.
Handily located on Taranui Place is this newly renovated family and pet-friendly retreat. This holiday home delivers coastal charm and modern comfort in a location ideal for enjoying all Mangawhai Heads has to offer. Just a few minutes stroll from the golden sands of the estuary, and handy for the surf beach, golf course, cafes and shops, it is the perfect place in which to relax and recharge.
Surrounded by lush greenery and iconic pohutukawa trees, Araca Lodge offers privacy and tranquility. The open plan kitchen, dining area and lounge flows out onto a partially covered deck. Enjoy the fully-fenced back garden, perfect for kids and dogs to play safely, while you relax by the barbecue and catch the distant sounds of the ocean.
This stylish, family-friendly hideaway features:
Three bedrooms: A master bedroom with king bed, a double, and a kids room with a set of single bunk beds
Modern amenities: WiFi, Smart TV with Freeview and Netflix, a Nespresso machine, air fryer, ceiling fans and a heat pump for year-round comfort
Beautiful garden setting: Unique outdoor shower, kids' playground with slide and playhouse, tree swing, outdoor shower, and a lower lawn perfect for ball games and adventure
Entertainment for all: Books, board games, croquet, ptanque and cornhole plus kayaks so you can explore the estuary in full. We provide one double and one single kayak, each with its own trolley so you can easily walk them down to the water
It is a true home away from home, we hope youll love it as much as the owners do!
Notes:

This property allows one dog, if you have a second dog please check with us first. Due to the height of the fences it is most suited to small to medium dogs.
The bunks are suitable for children only.

LINEN OPTIONS: To keep your holiday more affordable, for this property we offer linen as an optional extra for guests who prefer to bring their own. If you choose to bring your own linen, you will need to supply top and bottom sheets, pillowcases, towels and bath mats. Pillows, Duvets and Duvet covers will be provided.
Alternatively, a rental linen package is available for $25 per person. To request this service, please add a note to your booking specifying the number of people requiring linen and which beds you would like prepared.
BOOKING PAYMENT: Although your credit card details are taken during the booking process, we won't automatically charge your credit card. Once your booking is approved we will send you a payment email with a choice of credit card payment (a 3% surcharge applies) or bank transfer (no charges).

Amenities at Araca Lodge - Cute sunny, pet friendly with fenced backyard, close to estuary

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

8.6 / 10
Excellent(4 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Great outdoor area to relax. Really comfortable house, having everything we needed. Excellent and secure for our dog to play outside. Two weeks there was bliss.
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2025
It was ideal for what we need, with our two dogs. The fenced backyard was great for this, and is a rarity when we search for places to stay.Overall, the location is great, the house is great, so no complaints at all. Cheers!
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2025
Very nice modern family bach with great private outdoor space ... lawn games for children, BBQ, dining, social seating and fairy lights a nice touch. Estuary beach a short walk, excellent for children. Sadly ran out of time to use kayaks! We sincerely enjoyed our stay.Thank you to the host and the bookabach agent. Definitely recommend. enjoyed ourstay.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Araca Lodge - Cute sunny, pet friendly with fenced backyard, close to estuary. 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 Araca Lodge - Cute sunny, pet friendly with fenced backyard, close to estuary 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 Araca Lodge - Cute sunny, pet friendly with fenced backyard, close to estuary?

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