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Fantails Nest Taupo Bay, Northland

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Room
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and wooden cabinets.
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Taupo Bay
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Taupo Bay, Taupo Bay
  • Place, Taupo Bay Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Taupo Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Karikari Peninsula
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Lounge

1 Double Futon

Mezzanine

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fantails Nest Taupo Bay, Northland

This Bach is situated a quick 2 min stroll to the beach at the lovely Taupo bay. It is a classic cosy basic bach but has everything you and your friends and family need to enjoy your stay. Taupo bay is a very picturesque and popular beach in the far north.
Taupo bay is great for swimming, fishing, diving and surfing.
Situated in the winter less north Taupo bay is a great holiday destination all year round. Also very close to Mangonui, Doubtless bay, and Whangaroa harbour. 15 min drive to Whangaroa golf course.
Special conditions:
Additional $40 fee if linen (pillows, pillow slips and towels) are required.

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$40.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$40.00per stay);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No parties

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20041712
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Taupo Bay

Located in Taupo Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Whangaroa Golf Club and Dancing Petrel Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rangikapiti Pa Historic Reserve and Taupo Bay Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Taupo Bay, Taupo Bay

What's nearby

  • Taupo Bay Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Taupo Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Coopers Beach - 34 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Taipa Beach - 41 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Karikari Peninsula - 47 min drive - 39.7 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Whangaroa Cafe - ‬55 min drive
  • ‪Texas Diner - ‬42 min drive
  • ‪Harbourside - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Taupo Bay Glass House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪gumstore bar and grill - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fantails Nest Taupo Bay, Northland pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Fantails Nest Taupo Bay, Northland?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fantails Nest Taupo Bay, Northland?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fantails Nest Taupo Bay, Northland?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fantails Nest Taupo Bay, Northland located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Taupo Bay Reserve and Taupo Bay. Whangaroa Golf Club and Dancing Petrel Vineyard are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Lauren S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Great stay. Only one issue with a complicated check in. Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Necia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication and the house had everything we could imagine needing, was clean, and everything worked. We had an excellent weekend stay and would highly recommend this spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mae C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay! fully fenced property safe for the fur kids and super close to the beach. hope to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Israel W.

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

Lovely get away

Loved the location plus the beach is down the road loved it even tho it was a short stay definitely coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation was great so close to the beach. The hosts were with great with communication. Absolutely love the shower!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Taupo Bay Paradise

A lovely space to enjoy the beauty of Taupo Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

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

Great location

Comfy bach for a relaxed few days away at the beach, a fabulous deck for relaxing. The beach was a very short walk away which was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julia S.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy

Basic, comfortable, just right!

Wonderful stay, just the ticket, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fleur M.

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

Great for pets

Lovely little bach with everything you need and awesome for our dog. Great location. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ngapeka A.

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

Great getaway

Best long weekend stay in the bay. The house is always clean & spacious enough for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brendon G.

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

Great place 100% awesome

Great location, great deck & lawn, prime movies was a big bonus
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro L.

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

Great spot

Beautiful place and a great home. Loved how warm and sunny it was.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ollie C.

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

T bay

Great place will be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sofia B.

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

Small stay

Really enjoyed our stay and loved the cabin but just weather rewind our time. Wanted to stay longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

david r.

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

A nice cosy home away from home

This place has everything you need without the expensive cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great spot in Taupo

Great house, great deck, grill and well appointed kitchen. Quick 4 minute walk to the beach. We had a terrific time.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bes L.

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

Wonderful space

Lovely space that suited our needs perfectly. Super keen to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penny D.

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

Taupo bay break

Fantastic stay away in quiet beach location. Bach was perfectly suited and comfortable. Great fenced section for dogs and deck was excellent for rest and relaxation in the sunshine.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie W.

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

Taupo Bay Retreat

Comfy family bach, close to the beach in love Taupo Bay. Nice quiet community, stunning beach with great beach walks, kayaking and paddle boarding. Easy indoor outdoor flow. We had a really nice break.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hugh And Dani S.

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

Classic Bach good times

Super easy, low key bach, only a few house down from the beach. Nothing fancy and just perfect for the summer getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Heike H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away

If you need to have a change of scenery and need to recupe, this is the place to be. We loved the quitness and beeing so close to the beautiful beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nic G.

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

Cute As

Great couple of nights away. Warm and cosy. Lovely deck and large lawn. A good old kiwi bach!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Emma L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location and place. Communication with the host was good. The place could really do with a deep clean as there was lots of dust and cobwebs everywhere. The cleaner also did not finish before we arrived and i had to clean the rest up before coming in. Other than that we we really enjoyed our stay. Was very nostalgic for me as my family owned this place for 15 years growing up and it was nice to come back and see that some things were thr same and the renovations were a great addition!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ngapeka A.

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

Quick trip from oz

Check in was so easy and straight forward, everything was accessible & clean. Our family had great sleeps in comfy beds with warm blankets included. It rained all weekend so the kids stayed in & hung out with each other playing board games And would quickly go to the park only 30mins away when there was a break in the weather. Comfy, warm & clean. Nice getaway weekend in Taupo Bay, can’t wait to go back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Genevieve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
1. Normally a small 100ml milk carton for tea or coffee is supplied byvthe host. This was not provided. Nor is there any store nearby to purchase. 2. The lounge has a very high ceiling and the heaters provided inadequate for lounge and loft. 3. Torch had no battery to provide lighting during power outage. 4. A mixer would be good at the wash basin near the toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Dayne Maxwell

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