Personalised, boutique, beachfront accommodation.

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A balcony with a view of a body of water and hills, a wooden table, and a person reading a magazine.
A white sofa with red cushions, a small table with a teapot and cups, and a potted plant.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a window with a view of mountains, and a ceiling light.
A modern house with a balcony, a sliding glass door, and red bean bags.
A modern kitchen with a sink, stove, and refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Taurikura Bay, Whangarei
  • Place, Taurikura Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Place, Ruakaka Beach
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Whangarei Heads

Whangarei Heads is home to this apartment. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Waipu Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Taurikura Bay and Mount Manaia. Scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Taurikura Bay, Whangarei

What's nearby

  • Taurikura Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocean Beach - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 42 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Whangarei Falls - 50 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Ruakaka Beach - 50 min drive - 22.6 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith & Local - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Land & Sea - ‬56 min drive
  • ‪Bream Bay Takeways - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Sharkeys - ‬52 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Personalised, boutique, beachfront accommodation. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Personalised, boutique, beachfront accommodation.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Personalised, boutique, beachfront accommodation.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Personalised, boutique, beachfront accommodation.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Personalised, boutique, beachfront accommodation. located?

Situated in Whangarei Heads, this apartment building is steps from Taurikura Bay and within 3 mi (5 km) of Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia. Bream Head Coast Walks and Reotahi Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at Shores! Our host, Lil, was very friendly and welcoming. The view from the unit was spectacular! Mt Manaia is impressive. I loved walking around the bay and seeing the ancient magma jetty. A lovely quiet break away. I highly recommend this holiday let.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Accurate listing ... really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to stay. Comfortable, spacious apartment with wonderful views of Mt Manaia and surrounding countryside. Lil was also a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Excellent facility very warm and welcoming host. Would recommend for couples or families. Lil is an amazing host who gives you great ideas visiting the area and goes above and beyond to ensure you have memorable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A special sanctuary

We loved this visit...what a beautiful and peaceful part of the country. Stay was lovely, couldn't fault it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Recommended

Great place, with fantastic amenities. Close to some great walks and beaches. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GREAT STAY

Lil welcomed us on arrival. Very pleasant surroundings. Ideal spot to visit surrounding areas. Good restaurants close by. Recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a comfortable, quiet weekend in this stylish and roomy apartment. The views are phenomenal. We enjoyed listening for the kiwi. A central location in Whangarei heads giving us the opportunity to explore this beautiful part of the country.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Stay at the heads

Very comfortable apartment. Well equipped. Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lication

We attended a wedding at McLeod's Bay and this was very close which was great. Lil was a lovely host and her place was spotless, peaceful and perfect for our little 4 day getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommended

Lil is a great host. The spacious 2 bdrm accommodatio was of a high quality and very peaceful. We enjoyed some amazing walks and scenery around Whangarei Heads.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Vista

We went for a refreshing weekend away and the location did not disappoint. Great accommodation, beds were so comfortable and everything you need. Lil gave us some great suggestions of what to do. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Terrific in Taurikura

This Bookabach is a wonderful place to stay, where views of Mt Manaia are just the beginning. Complete with two double bedrooms and a large living/dinning area. The property is clean, tidy and well appointed. A great location, close to many hiking trails and Lil, the host, is welcoming and has great advice for local sites if needed. Fully equipped kitchen and board games for rainy days. We thoroughly enjoyed our four day stay and look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise at the coast

This is an absolutely fabulous place to stay. The apartment is impeccably clean, the beds are extremely comfortable, the apartment has everything you need ... all this with a fantastic view and easy access to walking tracks (including Mt Manaia). Communication with Lil was wonderful. A chorus of kiwi calling at night was an added bonus!! Thanks again Lil for your superb hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun 2022
Thanks Robyn, it was a pleasure to host you! I’m so pleased you enjoyed your stay! All the best for future adventures.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Piece of Paradise

Such a beautiful apartment! Pictures don’t do it justice. Full kitchen with everything you could possibly need. You can walk across the road to the bay and paddle board. It’s a stunning, peaceful piece of paradise. Lil is a wonderful host and very knowledgeable about the local area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thank you

Stunning place to stay, was a an absolute privilege, i left some stuff behind and Lil returned them to me no questions asked, i am a introvert so dont really like interacting with people, thats my issue but apart from that i loved the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Had a great time

It’s a really nice place . Very peaceful surroundings. Like to stay again if I visit that area 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great get away from the city

Wanted a quiet, relaxing get away and it was exactly that. Well thought out and beautifully presented accommodation with lovely quality details. Terrific view of the mountain from the deck. Lil is a smashing host and made sure everything was perfect. Great communication all the way through and helpful suggestions of must sees and dos. Very impressed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spoil yourself in paradise

Wow, we had the most amazing time staying at the Taurikura Bay apartment. The apartment was delightful and was located in an idyllic and peaceful countrified setting surrounded by majestic mountains, farmland and water views (depending on which way you look). Lil was such an awesome host, friendly, accommodating, and eager to provide us with some welcome recommendations of things to see and do around the beautiful Whangārei Heads. We would certainly love to return to Whangārei Heads for another holiday and would love to stay at the Taurikura Bay apartment again when we do.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family holiday place.

Great view Lovely and clean and has all the facilities a family on vacation needs. Great communication from owner. Helpful knowledge of area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous Outlook

Warm, cosy, super clean with a friendly hostess. The view in the morning while having coffee on the balcony was magical. We loved our stay, however one night was way too short.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Beautiful location

Awesome place, no change since we last stay here. Thank you so much Lil for having us stay at your wonderful appartment. Warm and spacious, clean and tidy, fully equipped kitchen and loved the bbq on the deck, and view of Mt Manaia at sunset. We had a great time exploring your paradise, hope to be back soon. Felix and Miriama
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

taurikura bliss

lovely host .close to a swimming beach .close but not to close to main shopping area (30 ks) quiet and peaceful ,beautifully clean and well presented unit we recommend this highly
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous bach!

Had such an awesome stay! The views are amazing. Pictures don't do it justice! The bach is also very lovely and xomfortable and has everything you need in it. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay by Mt Manaia

The place is excellent. Very peaceful.
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