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Fairport House - Sunny holiday home with large decks, lovely views and a short stroll to the estuary

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A light blue house with a stone retaining wall and a paved driveway.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a large window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden dresser, and a view of a balcony with chairs.
A bedroom with two beds, a window with a view of greenery, a small wicker basket, and a ceiling light fixture.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a toilet.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Mangawhai Heads Beach

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Northland
  • Place, Mangawhai Cliff Walk
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Golf Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Mangawhai

Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai, is home to this holiday home. 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.
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Mangawhai Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mangawhai Museum - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 15 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Matakana Village - 59 min drive - 69.8 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 67 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 Fairport House - Sunny holiday home with large decks, lovely views and a short stroll to the estuary pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Fairport House - Sunny holiday home with large decks, lovely views and a short stroll to the estuary?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fairport House - Sunny holiday home with large decks, lovely views and a short stroll to the estuary?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fairport House - Sunny holiday home with large decks, lovely views and a short stroll to the estuary?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fairport House - Sunny holiday home with large decks, lovely views and a short stroll to the estuary located?

Located in Mangawhai Heads, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Golf Club and Mangawhai Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay here. Super cosy for winter stays. Enjoyed the proximity to the estuary and ocean beach and the amazing view. Love the new covered deck area and also the fact that the kitchen has everything you could need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked this place for our wedding stay and it was the perfect place for us to get ready at. My partner and his friends enjoyed the "bachy" vibe and the views were great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and views

We had a great stay, really enjoyed our time at the house. It had everything we needed. Particularly enjoyed the large deck, water views, and the short walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can't say enough good things about this bach. What a privilege to be able to stay here a few days. A great space, incredible views and location, and the whole place just had a lovely relaxed feel, and all the amenities and requirements one can need. Many thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a relief when we arrived

When you book a bach you’re never 100% sure until you get there. What a relief when we arrived! Stunning spot, close to the water with beautiful views. The house is very comfortable with a great layout and so private. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mint spot overlooking estuary

Great spot in Mangawhai, overlooks estuary and has a very short walk to get down to water. On the same road as surf beach so easy to get there as well. Has a Webber bbq and kitchen is all set up with everything you need to cook for large family/group. The house itself is very tidy as well. The front and back deck can also be closed off with a gate so you don't need to worry about toddlers escaping which was nice. Only suggestion would be to get the shade sail reinstalled as we were concerned about letting our toddlers play on the deck for extended periods of time with no shade. Really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a getaway to Mangawhai.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2025
So glad you enjoyed the stay and thanks again for staying with us. Regarding the shade sail, unfortunately the location is too windy which is why it has been removed and getting damaged, however, the owners are looking into putting in a more permanent cover to the deck, hopefully for next summer.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
The house and location is stunning. There is so much beautiful space to be with friends/family and the house has all the amenities one might need. I would recommend this spot for those reasons. I would like to share how the communication dynamic with the host felt uncomfortable and something to consider though. As a new VRBO user I was asked a number of personal questions that felt beyond necessary (i.e., profession, ID, description and age of all guests). There were a number of emails and messages in the lead up to the stay that felt more like a living/lease arrangement, rather than a holiday house rental. We were also required to coordinate timing with the house manager upon arrival and they entered the house while we were there in a way that felt invasive.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec, 2025
Kia ora Hariata, thank you for your feedback, we’re glad you enjoyed the place. We can confirm there were a few follow‑up emails to gather details about your stay and finalise the booking. Vrbo is simply an advertising platform; the rest of the process, including payment, is managed directly with us. As a smaller business hosting 70 properties in Mangawhai, we have policies in place to ensure the person booking is the person staying. This gives owners confidence that we are placing great guests like yourselves in their homes. Only one of the requested items is needed to guarantee this, so it’s your choice what you provide. If guests prefer less communication, they may wish to book directly with an individual owner rather than through a management company for a more care-free approach. Our aim is always to provide a personable service, ensuring homes are well presented and guests are happy, answer any queries at arrival and then leave you to it. We apologise if any part of the process felt untoward, and we appreciate your feedback, it helps future guests understand how Bach Stay bookings work but we will also endeavor to ensure guests always feel comfortable. Kind regards Bach Stay Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great view & bach

We had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Archival

8/10 Good

Fabulous location with beautiful views.

Fabulous location with beautiful views. We took our own umbrella as couldn't see any in the photos and was needed for the front deck. Short walk to estuary - loved watching the tides and the boats. Thanks to owners for the bottle of wine. Well appointed house with well equipped kitchen. Sheltered rear deck space was great too. Driveway exiting needed planning for that tight corner. Loved our week there.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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