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Near Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•3 beds
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Laundry room
Air-conditioning
Balcony
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Whangarei, Northland
Whangarei Quarry Gardens
Place, Whangarei Quarry Gardens
5 min walk
Town Basin Marina
Place, Town Basin Marina
4 min drive
Whangarei Falls
Place, Whangarei Falls
6 min drive
Whangarei (WRE)
Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
14 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Townhouse/Apartment Central Whangarei in Rural Setting
Located in a quiet, rural-feeling setting just 6 minutes from Whangarei City Centre, this Central Townhouse is great for a weekend getaway, a home base while exploring everything the area has to offer, or is perfect if you are in the area for work.
Located in Kensington, Whangarei 2hrs from Auckland 5 min walk to the Quarry Cafe 6 min drive to Whangarei City Centre 8 min drive to visit Hundertwasser Art Museum and cafes 35 min drive to Ruakaka, Tutukaka or Matapouri Beaches Walk to Kensington Stadium and Hockey Turfs All Whangarei Golf Courses nearby
The space A compact, two bedroom apartment, with a single bathroom/shower and an open plan living area consisting of kitchen, dining and lounge areas, with sunroom overlooking the bush and stream. Recently repainted and with a bathroom renovation, everything is looking great!
Accommodate up to 6 people** with the following bedroom configuration:
BEDROOMS: 01. master bedroom with Queen sized double bed 02. Long Single beds x 2 Plus 2 x Sofa Beds in Lounge (most comfortable just sleeping 1 person on each) ** Please check out the bedroom/bed configurations in the photos to make sure it`s suitable for your group.
BATHROOM: - shower, toilet and vanity
LIVING ROOM: - open to the kitchen and dining room - Smart TV - 2 x Sofa Beds - Air conditioning is located in the living area; bedrooms are cooled with ceiling fans
KITCHEN: - open to the living room and dining room - opens on to the sunroom - stove, microwave, fridge, NO dishwasher - basic cooking essentials and equipment - Plunger coffee, instant coffee, tea, sugar, milk and a few basic herbs & spices
SUNROOM: - overlooks stream and bush - has a couple of day couches
LAUNDRY: - Washing machine located in the separate Cabin’s kitchen area on the property (available when Cabin is unoccupied). We recommend the nearby laundromat otherwise (see other things to note below)
OUTDOOR SPACES: - front deck/patio area (enclosed) - large permanent umbrella
PARKING: - onsite for approximately 2 cars and some offroad parking as well
We have set up the guest accommodation to be self sufficient and independent. It is your own space. We strive to ensure you have everything you need in order to have a comfortable, relaxing and carefree stay. We are here to answer questions and assist in any way we can, and are always happy to help Those who like privacy will enjoy it here.
As a member of our quiet community, we invite you to have fun and enjoy your stay, but kindly ask that you respect our neighbors by keeping noise levels low. Please note that this is NOT a party house. You`ll have views of the stream that runs beside the property and hear it in the background as well. We are very well located to anything you`d want to do in Whangarei. It is the perfect base if you are here supporting visiting sports teams, as it is an easy 5 minute stroll to Kensington Park. Also a short walk to the beautiful Sub Tropical Quarry Gardens and Quail Cafe It would suit 2 couples or a family, however if it`s just you, you`ll be just as happy.
Your best option for transport here is to have your own car or hire one. There`s some nice cafe`s and Kensington Sports Park within easy walking distance. But if you`d like to explore the area further a vehicle would be ideal.
Other things to note: LAUNDRY: We also have a small cabin available to rent at the rear of the property. While the cabin and your space are entirely separate and private, guests may occupy it during your stay. The washing machine is located in the cabin’s kitchen area and is available when that space is unoccupied - otherwise, we recommend the nearby laundromat for your laundry needs. - This is a peaceful neighbourhood. Please be respectful of noise. - Please no shoes in the house.
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- This is a peaceful neighbourhood. Please be respectful of noise.
- Please no shoes in the house.
Important information
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Property # 20046601
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
About the area
Whangarei
Kensington, a neighbourhood in Whangarei, is home to this apartment. Claphams Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Old Library Arts Centre and Reyburn House. Quarry Arts Centre and Hundertwasser Art Centre are also worth visiting.
Is Townhouse/Apartment Central Whangarei in Rural Setting pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Townhouse/Apartment Central Whangarei in Rural Setting?
As of 24 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Townhouse/Apartment Central Whangarei in Rural Setting on 22 Sept, 2026 start from S$468, 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 Townhouse/Apartment Central Whangarei in Rural Setting?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Townhouse/Apartment Central Whangarei in Rural Setting?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Townhouse/Apartment Central Whangarei in Rural Setting?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Townhouse/Apartment Central Whangarei in Rural Setting located?
Located in Kensington, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Whangarei Quarry Gardens, Old Library Arts Centre and Quarry Arts Centre. Mair Park and Claphams Clock Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
About the host
Hosted by Mark Neal
We have lived in the area for 28 years and our children have grown up, left home and are working in Auckland. We love it here, we are almost a bit rural, but very central to everything in Whangarei City. Leone is a Secondary School teacher and Mark runs our website design and commercial printing business. We spend as much time as we can, depending on weather, at the beach. Camping, boating, fishing and paddle-boarding are passions of ours. We are also hockey mad! Our son and daughter both represented NZ in hockey at the Rio Olympics, and our daughter was in the NZ Blacksticks team that won the Gold medal at the Commonwealth Games, Gold Coast. We have stayed at Air BNB's & HomeAways both overseas and in New Zealand while travelling for hockey, and since discovering this form of accommodation, would never go back to motels or hotels. We love the different places, the homely atmospheres and different people we have met, and look forward to extending the same hospitality with our own short term rental accommodation.
Why they chose this property
We live about a minute walk away from the apartment, and have had a short term rental set up from our home for several years. When this apartment came up for sale we saw it as an ideal opportunity to convert it into short term rental. We have given the property a complete makeover and lived here ourselves while doing that - we loved it! We still have some exterior paint work to do, and are developing the rear garden area by the stream, but the inside and front courtyard are completely remodelled especially for short term rental stays. Just a 5 minute stroll away are the beautiful Quarry Gardens and Quail Cafe. You need to make sure to check it out at least once during your stay!
What makes this property unique
We have fast wifi, unlimited broadband and a Smart TV with Netflix account and Freeview. There is a lovely private garden and lawn, and this, along with the Waiarohia Stream which runs along the bottom of the garden, make the property quite unique, given it's close location to the city.