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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Whangārei, Northland
  • Place, Mair Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hundertwasser Art Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third bedroom

2 Twin Beds

2 half bathrooms

Bathroom and Shower

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

Toilet and Washroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes


Tune in to the good vibes zone at Granddad’s Retro Holiday Home, where you can kick back and groove like it’s 1975!

This funky boutique pad is a total blast from the past — a time warp to when life was simple, furniture was solid, and style had flair.

Step inside and feel the mellow vibe — warm tones, bold pops of colour, and vintage treasures everywhere you look. Chill out in the lounge with comfy retro furniture, spin some vinyl on the old record player, or catch a bit of nostalgia on the vintage telly.

The kitchen’s got all the modern gear (Granddad’s not that old-school) — perfect for cooking up a feast or firing up the BBQ for a summer evening on the deck. Each bedroom has its own groovy personality, complete with cozy duvets and plush pillows for a top-notch night’s sleep.

Out back, the big deck overlooks a lush garden full of fruit trees — plums, apples, grapes, feijoas, and a few exotic surprises. After a day exploring, soak your cares away in the spa pool or get into some backyard fun with Swingball, croquet, or a game of cricket.

You’re in a cruisy spot — just a short stroll from the skate park, adventure playground, Whangārei town centre, the Hundertwasser Museum, cafés, and the Riverside Loop Walk.

Granddad’s Retro Holiday Home has soul, baby — a cool mix of old-school charm and modern comfort that’ll have you feeling right at home. So kick off your jandals, pour a cold one, and relax, retro-style.

BOOK IT NOW, MY SWEET BROTHERS AND SISTERS ………..RIGHT ON!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Whangarei

Parahaki, a neighborhood in Whangarei, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Native Bird Recovery Centre and Mair Park, while Claphams Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum are cultural highlights. Old Library Arts Centre and Hundertwasser Art Centre are also worth visiting.
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Whangārei, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mair Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hundertwasser Art Centre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Claphams National Clock Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oh My Pho - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Esquires - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aqua Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes?

As of Apr 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes on Jun 23, 2026 start from $111, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Granddads Retro, Groove Castle With Good Vibes located?

Located in Parahaki, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Mair Park, Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou, and Hundertwasser Art Centre. Town Basin Marina and Claphams Clock Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Cassie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, easy instructions for check in, well stocked place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara & Adam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Bach, full of nostalgia and very relaxing. Really cool, brought back loads of childhood memories. Good linen! Thanks it was fun and definitely would be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I booked the place for some wedding guests to stay there. I didn’t meet the host or see the place myself but he made it exceptionally easy for people to check in and I heard the place was clean and a great vibe. Thank you Nick!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Great place

Super nice place to relax loved he retro styling would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie C.

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

Cosy at Granddads

We enjoyed listening to the old record player, dressing up in retro gear, reading old comics and playing games from our childhood in the lounge that felt so familiar and homely. We slept well and the comfy beds. A lovely place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

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

Brief stay for work in Whangarei

Comfortable home for my brief visit to Whangarei.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Just like home

Really enjoyed the quirky and homely feel, such character and comfort. Perfect location and fantastic communication with host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Lovely warm cosy clean place to stay

This place is really well equipped, very clean, lovely linen and fluffy towels. Nice decor and is well located close driving distance to the town. Loved the props. Thanks Pop for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice T.

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

Family trip

The property was really well prepared, comfortable and instructions and communications easy. A wonderful base for attending a family event in Whangarei. Everything we needed, felt like a home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

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

Best place to stay - home away from home!

We had the best stay at Grandads! The house was spotless, cosy, homely and comfortable and the hot tub divine! The retro aspects of the home brought heaps of fun and joy and I loved enjoying the record player! All the specials touches and attention to detail from the host was much appreciated and I would love to come back again soon! Highly recommended!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

Great spot

Step back in time with the retro features. Everything you need with old skool feel.Thanks heaps, we’ll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

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

Excellent Qurky

We really enjoyed staying there. It had so much that i grew up with. It was well maintained and had a nice feel to the place. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh K.

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

Great stay

Such a cute retro home. Was tidy and welcoming. Lights and heating were on when we arrived. Communication was prompt and our host was kind enough to block dates ahead of our stay due to a bereavement. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iain C.

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

The owner put on the heaters so that the house was warm when we arrived. A well organised house

Great location for both city and Whangārei Heads. A very comfortable house with good facilities and pleasant home with a well stocked kitchen. Very clean and spacious
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudinall T.

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

Home away from home

Loved location very quite.2adults 5 children home was lovely,home away from home. Regardless of the weather lots of activities for the children. Definitely would book this home again. Thank you Nick
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Quaint

Surprisingly interesting history
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eloise D.

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

Amazing

Amazing! No notes
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacky N.

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

Wakaarma Event

On arrival heaters were on making a nice warm arrival. There was some cookies, lollies and milk ready for a nice cuppa. Lovely house with some cool antiques. Was a very warm house even with heating off. Nice and cloae to town and parks. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Family reunion

A home away from home. Loved introducing the kids to special things from the past. No TV watching needed but board games & soaks in the hot tub. Old records playing. Fully stocked kitchen. Nice quiet safe neighbourhood. Close to town. Highly recommend. Thanks Nick for helping us make special memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loren C.

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

Family trip

Nick was such an amazing host couldn't of asked for more kindness as we were traveling up with my 87 year old grandfather and our family for a funeral of a very close family member. Nick made sure the house was beautiful and warm for him before we arrived and even gave us an early check in as we where traveling such a long way. The house itself was very clean, great facilities and even better than we could have hoped. Beds were so comfortable and we slept better than we had in days. Thank you so much!! Couldn't recommend this property and host more 😁
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle B.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Very retro

I can’t get past the disappointment of not being able use the advertised hot tub which was green and swamp smelling. And the disappointment that the owner/manager has still not replied to my private message to him about this. The main reason we chose this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jeanne G.

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Dissappointment

@ 4pm, after a challenging journey there, when the promised lockbox code had not arrived, we called the owner to learn that the property was occupied, as he had cross listed it with another website. He apologised profusely and promptly returned our funds. That was cold comfort in wretched weather in an unfamiliar location as darkness descended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

renata C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

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Hosted by Nick

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