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Manu Bay Bush and Beach Cottage

Waterfront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Living room to deck
View from the cottage
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The Cottage
Living room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Raglan, Raglan
  • Place, Manu Bay Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whale Bay
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Ngarunui Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Futon and 2 Child Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Manu Bay Bush and Beach Cottage

This unique property is set amongst 4.5 acres covered mostly in native bush located in the Manu Bay Coastal Reserve area. Flourishing bird life includes Tui, Kereru, Fantails and Warblers nesting in surrounding trees. Bird song can be heard throughout the day especially at dawn.
Laze around enjoying amazing ocean views from the cottage or explore private bush tracks down to streams and ocean. Visit Raglan's main surf beach (surf patrolled) 20 minute walk or 5 minutes by car. Also in the area there are surf breaks, surf lessons, boat ramp (1 km away) yoga classes, golf course or sample a range of cafes, bars, shopping and entertainment all available in nearby Raglan village just 7 kms away.
This haven is ideal for couples as a romantic getaway or for family/friends looking for a special experience.
There is one other house located on the block, out of sight so your stay here will be private.
Special conditions:
Respect the environment-Respect the animal life-Smoking outside-No parties
Note: Stairs to loft bedroom are steep. Not full head room in loft.
Some parts of the bush track are steep but manageable by people of moderate fitness. There are large rocks on the beach. Cellphone coverage is patchy.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Steep stairs up to loft
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside is ok

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Raglan

Located in Raglan, this cottage is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Manu Bay Nature Reserve and Whale Bay, while Raglan & District Museum and Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery are cultural highlights. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Raglan, Raglan

What's nearby

  • Manu Bay Nature Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whale Bay - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Ngarunui Beach - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Raglan Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Raglan & District Museum - 8 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wharf Kitchen & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪George's Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Orca Restaurant & Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Raglan Fish - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Manu Bay Bush and Beach Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Manu Bay Bush and Beach Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Manu Bay Bush and Beach Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Manu Bay Bush and Beach Cottage located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Manu Bay Nature Reserve and Whale Bay. Ngarunui Beach is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Toni and Stephen

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What makes this property unique

Continue down through the bush to access a secluded beach and world famous surf break.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests