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Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a refrigerator, and a dining area with a sofa and curtains.
A hot tub with a stone fireplace and a pergola overhead.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a TV, and a view of the outside.
A sunroom with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a large window.
A dining area with a table set for six, a kitchen in the background, and a ceiling with wooden beams.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Hot tub on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Northland
  • Place, Mangawhai Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Cliff Walk
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Mangawhai

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai. Mangawhai Golf Club and Te Whai Bay Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Te Arai Reserve and Mangawhai Cliff Walk. Goat Island and Reptile Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Mangawhai Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Museum - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mangawhai Village Market - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 10 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Millars Vineyard - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cove Cafe - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home on 4 Nov 2026 start from £311, 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 Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home located?

Located in Mangawhai Heads, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mangawhai Cliff Walk, Mangawhai Golf Club and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Museum is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 7 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fab short stay

Excellent location and accommodation.Would definitely revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2026
Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your holiday. We always welcome guest feedback, so if there is anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back for another getaway in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

The property is well equipped for a relaxing stay. The spa was great with the tv set up next to it. Will go again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2025
It’s wonderful to know your stay was both relaxing and well-equipped, Sally. We're pleased that the spa—with its convenient TV setup—added to the comfort of your experience. We appreciate your positive feedback and look forward to assisting with your future holiday plans. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely clean kiwi bach

Such a great home, so super clean. All mod cons along with old school games etc. Great host, very considerate and caring, wonderful place to stay. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2023
Thanks for your review, Shilo! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope to see you back again soon! - Scotty
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
We didn't get what we paid for with this one.The spa pool spewed out brown and white goo when we turned on the jets, which mostly went away by next day after a cleaning cycle, but had put us off by that point. The oven wasn't clean, so smoked out the kitchen a bit. Overall it looked like DIY property maintenance.. minor leaks under sinks, warped gates that don't close, bits of plywood tacked up here and there.Travelers should be aware that there is no hot water in the bathroom (except for the shower), no trampoline as listed on bookabach, and you should run a cleaning cycle of the spa as soon as you arrive to avoid any surprises. Be prepared to whip out our phone and document anything that doesn't meet expectations.The manager is a company who add little value to the process - quite the opposite, since they are unable to inspect things themselves. They attempted to mediate but in the end essentially said 'oops sorry' on the listing error and implied we were being untruthful about our other experiences as we didn't have evidence.Apart from the issues above, the property was fine and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations. The spa pool was cleaned prior to arrival, but as the property is in a coastal location, sand can occasionally enter the system if not rinsed off beforehand. The trampoline was incorrectly listed on a partner site due to a data error on their website, which has been resolved now, and has never been advertised on Bachcare. Facecloths are not provided. The oven was checked after your stay and found to be in normal working order, and no leaks were identified during inspection, though these areas will continue to be monitored. The gate was installed to help guests with dogs and has been confirmed to latch and lock correctly. Larger towels have now been added to the property. Thank you for sharing your observations, as they help us improve for future guests. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Misleading advertising so disappointed

The listing is inaccurate there is no spa, the bbq was so rusty we could not use it. The pillows are so lumpy you could not sleep on them. Only two beds were made up for us despite there being 4 people. The listing didn’t say you share the location with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great property, fully fenced great for a pet friendly property.

Great property, fully fenced great for a pet friendly property. Nice Bach feel with all the mod cons and a heap of accessories for the kids.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2025
Thank you, Andrew, for your 4 star rating. We're glad to hear your stay was enjoyable overall. If there’s anything you’d like to share about what could have made your experience even better, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team by phone or email. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare.
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