PARUA BAY STUDIO - SELF CONTAINED

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A dining area with a wooden table set for two, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.
A dining area with a table set for two, a bed with a colorful bedspread, a painting on the wall, and a view through a glass door.
A kitchen with a sink, microwave, and a table with a bowl of fruit.
A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a small cabinet.
A dirt path leading to a body of water with overcast skies.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Parua Bay, Northland
  • Place, Mcleod Bay
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Martin Point
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Taurikura Bay
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Main room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Parua Bay

Located in Parua Bay, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Native Bird Recovery Centre and Mcleod Bay, while Claphams Clock Museum and Reyburn House are cultural highlights. Old Library Arts Centre and Hundertwasser Art Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby surfing/body boarding, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Map
Parua Bay, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mcleod Bay - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • beach near Martin Point - 14 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Taurikura Bay - 16 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Reotahi Bay - 17 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Pataua Island - 17 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smith & Local - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Land & Sea - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Cafe North - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Heads Up Adventures - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PARUA BAY STUDIO - SELF CONTAINED pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at PARUA BAY STUDIO - SELF CONTAINED?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PARUA BAY STUDIO - SELF CONTAINED?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PARUA BAY STUDIO - SELF CONTAINED?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PARUA BAY STUDIO - SELF CONTAINED located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Mcleod Bay, Mount Manaia and Reotahi Bay. Taurikura Bay and Pataua Island are also within 9 miles (15 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. 71 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accomadation. Exactly as advertised. Private and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great studio in lovely location. We had an excellent stay in Whangarei Heads.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our staying

Friendly hostess and host, smooth check-in and out, the studio clean and tidy, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Lucy is a wonderful host and I’ll definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Stay

We enjoyed our stay at the Parua Bay Studio. Good location for visiting Whangarei Heads and Whangarei. Very clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Marvellous

Great little spot, would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place

Love staying here. Will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for a overnight stay

Everything you you need
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place

I loved staying here and will definitely return if I’m back in Whangārei Heads. The host was awesome. I’d definitely recommend staying here
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome stay

We really loved our accommodation it was very homely, clean and everything we needed. Location was great with beautiful views. Would definitely stay again and would recommend to others. Thanks Lucy and Warwick.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely tranquil spot

We had a wonderful weekend away, such a beautiful spot. Hosts were lovely to deal with, very helpful and accommodating to our needs - separate bed for my daughter to sleep. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short break

Lovely little spot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was lovely everything I hoped for! Clean comfortable, warm and more
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and peaceful!!!

Such a lovely studio - amazing amenities, lovely bedding, and a gorgeous view of the bay! The perfect place for a peaceful and relaxing weekend away :))
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2023
Thank-you , glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Very restful

Everything you needed was supplied very comfortably and quiet which is what I needed
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent experience.

Clean, well appointed, quiet and spacious accomodation with thoughtful hosts and a comfortable bed. Close to Mount Manaia, walking tracks with spectacular views, general stores and eateries. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very tastefully decorated and very well equipped. The fresh flowers were delightful. As the listing mentions the sounds of the family living upstairs particularly from the kitchen transferred into the studio. A picturesque area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceptional

A lovely, relaxing, very comfortable get away :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Xmas Break

Enjoyed our stay here, everything we needed for a short break. Well setup kitchen and handy BBQ area under cover. Very quiet part of Parua Bay, lovely to sit in the outside area with a small view of the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely little studio

Close to everything we needed to do Nice comfortable bed Pity no sky to watch sports
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

nice

a nice tidy little unit. A bit noisy at times, but I would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Location and Wonderful Property

We loved our stay - had absolutely everything you needed including great bedside lights. We even got visited by a friendly Jack Russell and a friendly cat. Was downstairs and had privacy and a lovely outdoor area. Was a great location for exploring the Whangārei Peninsula. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peaceful haven

A lovely place with quality bed, linen. Ten minute walk to mangroves and water. Peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous

Lovely studio, everthing we needed plus extras like possies of flowers,choclatesGreat spot and good walksHighly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Parua Bay

Perfectly located modern studio with everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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