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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Living area
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2322.9 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Cooks Beach, Cooks Beach
  • Place, Cooks Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Purangi Regional Reserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Captain Cook's Memorial
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Herons Hangout

This is a fully self-contained cabin with its own bathroom, bedroom and kitchen area. We are located on the hillside overlooking Cooks Beach which is easily reached by a 15 min walk to the shops or 20 min to the beach. Ideally situated for all the attractions on the east coast of the Coromandel. Hot Water Beach, Hahei and Cathedral Cove are only a short drive away. Whitianga is a short distance away by either a 2 min passenger ferry ride or a 25 min drive. Lots to see and do including kayaking, horse riding, walking, fishing, golf, and much more. Some great restaurants close by and many more in Whitianga. Last but not least is the fantastic beach at Cooks which offers safe swimming for all the family. We are sometimes visited by dolphins and whales too!
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only.
Dog allowed with prior approval (must be cattle, chicken and dog friendly).
A minimum late checkout fee of $20 will apply if it has not been agreed beforehand.

Extras: Pet fee - $20 per stay per pet.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Please let us know that you are bringing your dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn off heaters or fans
Leave the key in the door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Strictly no charging of electric vehicles on site. Parking for boats is available however we do not allow boat washing due to being on tank water.
PETS - 1 dog considered. Must be dog, chicken and cattle friendly. If you like your pet to go on the couch / bed, please bring a cover for each.
Please NO COOKING OF CURRY or FISH inside. We find the smell lingers which is unfair for our next guests.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Cooks Beach

Located in Cooks Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery and Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cathedral Cove and Purangi Regional Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Cooks Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Purangi Regional Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Captain Cook's Memorial - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Cathedral Cove - 10 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Lost Spring Thermal Pools - 28 min drive - 41.1 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Church Restaurant and Accomodation - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Pour House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hot Waves - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Little Blue Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hahei Beach Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Herons Hangout pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Herons Hangout?

As of 3 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Herons Hangout on 29 May, 2026 start from S$98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Herons Hangout?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Herons Hangout?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Herons Hangout?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Herons Hangout located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cooks Beach, Maramaratotara Bay and Flaxmill Bay Beach. Purangi Regional Reserve and Captain Cook's Memorial are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Good stay,
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly host and friendly dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Soo very quiet. The hosts were fantastic and so obliging. Couldn’t rate this place highly enough. If you are looking for piece and quiet. This is definitely the place for you.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Delia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tracy is a great host. Clean and well equiped studio. Very private location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host waa so lovely and caring. We stayed during a bad storm and she checked in on us to make sure we were okay and went above and beyond to keep us comfortable. The place itself was clean, well kept and nice and spacious in a beautiful area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

Great Stay at Cooks beach

Really lovely little place for a couple Thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bram L.

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

Nice spot up above the hamlet of Cooks Beach

A small suite, but comfortable and the host was lovely and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jia Ying M.

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

Beautiful little getaway!

I had a lovely stay at the Herons Hangout and it was a really nice spot that was fairly close to the beach. I had such a relaxing time there and was also introduced to Janet Adams the hen! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

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

Great hosts!

We stayed 4 nights. We had issues with our car, the hosts were great helping us to find a place to get our car fob up and running. Cooks beach is beautiful for just relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tera W.

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

Cozy at Cook’s Beach

We decided to do a little road trip to celebrate my daughter’s 21st. We wanted a pooch-friendly landing pad to explore the area and were delighted with our stay at the Herons Hangout! Everything we needed was there, the hosts went above and beyond to help us when we had questions and we felt really fortunate to have stayed here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Letia B.

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

Herons hangout

Private, accommodating, friendly and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenda G.

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

Amazing Location

We love the quietness very relaxing. Near to the areas we wanted to visit.😊
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

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

Great location

Very nice 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Lovely stay

The place was clean and quiet and had everything we needed. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

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

Private and peaceful

Great place to stay for a quiet and uninterrupted visit. Nice simple set up and ideal location. Lovely hostess, excellent value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

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

The Ultimate getaway spot

We were really blown away by this awesome batch the views were stunning, the accommodation was clean and modern, and the hosts We're super friendly! 100% would book again thanks, tracey
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicky B.

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

Herons Hangout

Lovely and peaceful away from all the holidaymakers. Perfect for our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

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

Peaceful Retreat

Great little place to stay. Nice and peaceful. Short drive to beach and shops. Great hosts. Great that we could take our dog with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny S.

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

Fabulous

Great rural location a few minutes out of Cooks Beach. Very peaceful and loved sitting on the deck listening to the birds. Tracey recommended a few things to do during our stay, which was appreciated. A wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

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

10/10 Experience!

Overall just a lovely time! Incredibly cozy & just a great space to be in. We stayed for 2 nights & would definitely stay again. Everything you could want for a nice trip away!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen O.

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

Short Holiday Stay

Property is as advertised, very clean & tidy. Had everything you would possibly need. Property was easy to find GPS took us straight there. Good safe location, only 5 minute drive to beach & eateries. Enjoyed our 2 nights here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

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

Outstanding

Very clean and peacefull
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole G.

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

Enjoyable stay

Perfect weather until the day we were on our way home. Great spot for getting away. Fun little ferry ride to Whitianga. Beautiful beaches and walks through bush with cliff-top views. Carole & Deane
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lianne A.

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

A very handy spot

A lovely little cottage very handy to Cooks Beach. Although the weather was very bad and we went home early because of it I would stay again. Easy to deal with owners and lovely and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa M.

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

10/10 in Cooks Beach!

This is an amazing wee gem of a place in Cooks Beach! Set in a peaceful setting about a 10 minute walk from the main beach. The overall set up is impressive and has everything you need. The hosts are lovely and welcoming... I will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tracy & Michael

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What makes this property unique

On a budget but want a bit more luxury than a tent, this is for you!

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