Only 80 minutes from Auckland, escape to a country retreat that has it all; A private estuary beach, an olive grove set within parklike grounds, and make summer memories to last a lifetime.
One of the very original properties in Mangawhai, this place offers space, privacy and good times. Set up a long lunch in the olive grove, bring your water toys and enjoy time out with family and friends. Walk a few minutes’ to Mangawhai Village cafe’s and the old pub for fish and chips.
Ample space for old school family fun – think cricket, football, rugby or tree climbing and hide and seek.
Safe swimming in the estuary and great for water sports activities.
This is the perfect location to stay and play or explore further afield in Northland.
Book now to secure this one-of-a-kind waterfront property. The very first summer on the rental market after being a family olive grove and holiday haven for 30 years.
The Area:
Mangawhai is a town in Northland, New Zealand. Located 1h 20min north from Auckland and 2 hours south of the Bay of Islands.
Mangawhai offers several different beach experiences, from the patrolled Mangawhai Heads surf beach to the calmer estuary. And within 15 minutes, you can drive to Te Arai beach and Langs beach.
Nestled on the Pacific coast, Mangawhai village and Mangawhai Heads are linked by a picturesque pedestrian and cycle-friendly causeway, surrounded by native wetlands and bush.
On the far side of the harbour is a large sand dune area home to fairy terns, Caspian terns, variable oystercatchers and New Zealand dotterels.
Mangawhai offers a range of activities including water-sports, a world-class 18-hole championship golf course, wineries, Bennett's Chocolate factory, and a great little museum that tells the amazing history of the region.
Property Location Highlights:
5-10 minutes walks to the two popular Mangawhai Saturday markets.
5-minute walk to Mangawhai Village shops, Bennetts Chocolate Factory and Café, the Mangawhai Butcher, restaurants and bars
10-minute walk to Mangawhai Tavern
8-minute drive the New World supermarket
10-minute drive to the Mangawhai Activity Zone, with its skate park, basketball courts, pump track, playground, café…
10-minute drive to Mangawhai Heads (or when operating, use the free shuttle bus from the Village)
The House:
Ample parking on the property for vehicles and boats. Three bedrooms including 2 king beds, 1 double and 4 single beds sleeping up to 10. This property is NOT SUITABLE FOR TODDLERS or young children, as the house is 5m from water’s edge.
Lounge with new smart TV, high speed internet, dining room by the water's edge, two outdoor deck spaces for alfresco dining. One bathroom with shower and vanity, one separate toilet.
Modern kitchen with double electric oven and gas hob. New BBQ. Dish washer and washing machine. Outdoor drying area for towels.
The Property:
Huge park like grounds with hundreds of mature olive trees. Great for family sports and fun games. Property has private water access for safe swimming, and to launch kayaks and dinghies in the estuary (tidal).
Facilities and equipment provided include outdoor fish cleaning area, BBQ, 2 kayaks, rowing boat, life jackets and portable picnic tables to set up for dining under the olive trees or at the beach.
*NOTE – There is a separate tenanted dwelling within 20m of the House, but with plenty of separation and room for you to holiday in privacy.
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