Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River

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A wooden deck with a view of a lake and forested hills.
A wooden deck with a view of a lush green landscape and hills in the distance.
A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with curtains, a fan, and a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a blanket, a tapestry, and a door leading to another room.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a stove, and a microwave.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Northland, Northland
  • Place, Whangarei Falls
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Tutukaka Marina
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Kiripaka

Located in Kiripaka, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Native Bird Recovery Centre and Whangaumu Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Quarry Arts Centre and Old Library Arts Centre. Hundertwasser Art Centre and Tutukaka Headland are also worth visiting.
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Map
Northland, Northland

What's nearby

  • Whangarei Falls - 26 min drive - 19.1 km
  • Tutukaka Marina - 33 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 34 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 34 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Hundertwasser Art Centre - 34 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Heardys House - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Whangarei Deep Sea Anglers Club - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Salt Air Cafe - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Knights Restaurant + Cafe + Bar - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Village Eats - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River on 16 May 2027 start from £159, 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 Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fun cosy cottage on the south side of the beautiful Ngunguru River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Whangaumu Bay and within 12 miles (20 km) of Whangarei Falls and Kuihi Island. Ngunguru Library and Whale Tail Park 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. 40 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views. Quiet and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the cottage beautiful views Just perfect. We will be back Thank you .
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our four-day getaway. The views were amazing, the house was comfortable, as was the bed, and the heaters were on when we arrived. When we had a problem with the water, Steve fixed it immediately as the pump had tripped out. The walk down to the river was enjoyable and lived up to Steve's description. We enjoyed seeing the different native birds on the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Amazing views, easy check in with good communication with host. Only thing during winter, better heating would be great as it has very high ceilings and was quite hard to warm the place in the evenings with the two small heaters provided, there were electric blankets on both beds however for bedtime warmth, summer would be no issue at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to unwind,stunning views.steve is a great host,having to be able to have our cat there in between moving house was a blessing ,highly recomended
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay here - the host was welcoming, the cottage was great, and the views are outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve is a great host.allowing us to be able to have our beloved cat with us in between moving homes was a blessing thankyou steve!. my partner and i were quite happy to lounge around, but there is plenty to explore,and the greatest view from the house itself, which was also clean and well presented and with every amenity you could possibly need, such a peaceful quiet place, a great place to get away from it all.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Batch in excellent condition with beautiful views.

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
Say stay and good communicator. Let the house clean and would recommend to others.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil getaway

Fabulous quiet bach,our dog loved it,very safe for him.totally recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A peaceful and happy retreat

The property has wonderful views in all directions and lovely grounds. It is comfortable and well maintained with all the necessary facilities for a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning views and all you need

Had a delightful stay at this place. It is a little off the beaten track so to speak, so for exploring there’s a little bit more to do but the surrounding area is breathtaking, the house is ideal for a small family of couple, everything you need. Such a great couple of nights here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tranquil getaway

We loved staying here. It is so peaceful. We felt refreshed and rejuvenated after our stay. A great place to unwind. The views are beautiful and the sunrise and sunsets were spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Review

Great host happy to answer any questions and give advise on the area. Great location if you want to get away from it all but at the same time it's only 20-30 from whangarei or tutkaka
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

lovely.

we loved this place, Steve was awesome to deal with, fishing off the Jetty was great, we will go back, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2023
Thanks Carol. Nice having you here and glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for leaving the place immaculate and for the food books. See you next time
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

This is a great batch the views are amazing it is totally private. The beds are great and it has everything you need for a great stay A big thanks to our host Steve great to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Functional and with a beautiful view. Could benefit from some maintenance and a deep clean. The dog smell is omnipresent. Might not bother you when you bring your own pets.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2025
Noted Christo, I'm unclear on this review given you were here for 6 days and didnt mention anything. Deep cleaning occurs after every guests and if you look at the reviews for the past 3 years you will see that. If you'd been more forthcoming with where this deep cleaning would be needed we would have done so immediately. But without any positive or helpful feedback we are unable to understand what you mean. Very disappointing review and at a loss as to why you would have such concerns and not mention anything for 6 days
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Xmas break

Lovely hilltop location, views are amazing. Quite remote, which is its charm, but far from the beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace perfect peace

Fantastic place to kick back and get back to nature. The walk was well worth pushing on for.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A hidden gem

This place is quiet, clean, and really well set out, comfortable. magnificent views, the best comfortable beds, and pillows, tank water is a plus . The host is available, and check in and out was a breeze. Many thanks Steve, hope we can return 1 day.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing views

What a beautiful place to wake up! This is a perfect place to be off the grid and enjoy the outdoors. Cozy cabin with everything you need and Steve was very helpful and welcoming! Our two teens loved all the outdoor space.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My safe haven

Was such a tranquil private place The views are just beautiful Steve provided everything we could want. It was our home away from home. It was warm and so inviting Thank you steve we will most certainly come back
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Birthday

Very comfortable relaxed home, great views and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Art and ocean

The house is very comfortable with 2 good sized bedrooms and big living/dining areas. There are some beautiful pieces of art and an excellent book collection. The view is amazing and the property has some hidden gems. We were here for 3 nights and loved every minute. Host is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway

Clean, very comfortable beds, well appointed, helpful property manager, stunning views and sunrises and sunsets. Off the beaten track
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kiwi bach with great views

We had a lovely stay in this peaceful bach. Great location between Whangārei and Tutakaka. Lovely views over the trees and over the water. Bach had everything we needed for a long weekend. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr 2023
Very clean and tidy guests and nice people to deal with. Highly recommended. Thanks Lucy !
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