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Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a refrigerator.
A dining area with a table set for six, a kitchen in the background, and a ceiling with wooden beams.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a TV, and a view of the outside.
A hot tub with a stone fireplace and a pergola overhead.
A sunroom with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a large window.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Mangawhai Heads, Northland
  • Place, Mangawhai Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Village Market
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home

Welcome to Sunnyside Spa Retreat, your coastal escape in Mangawhai Heads.

This 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom holiday home sleeps up to 6 guests and is designed for relaxation and easy living.

Unwind in the private mineral magnesium-enhanced spa with soft, silky water for a more relaxing experience. Enjoy alfresco dining with the covered outdoor area and relax on the comfortable outdoor lounge seating. Fire up the BBQ for laid back meals, then gather around the outdoor fireplace for cozy evenings under the stars. The fully enclosed outdoor space means you can enjoy it year round, rain or shine.

Just minutes from Mangawhai Heads beaches, shops and local attractions, Sunnyside Spa Retreat offer the perfect mix of comfort, fun and coastal charm for families or friends looking to make lasting memories.
No boats permitted. The property relies on rainwater so washing of boats prohibited.

This property has a shared driveway.

Please note there is a security camera at this property, pointing out to the main gate.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7707672
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Mangawhai

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai. Mangawhai Golf Club and Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland 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. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Mangawhai Heads, Northland

What's nearby

  • Mangawhai Museum - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Mangawhai Village Market - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 8 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mangawhai Golf Club - 10 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bennetts Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cove Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Millars Vineyard - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunnyside Spa Retreat - Mangawhai Holiday Home located?

Located in Mangawhai Heads, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Mangawhai Cliff Walk, Mangawhai Golf Club and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Museum is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally F.

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

Wonderful

The property is well equipped for a relaxing stay. The spa was great with the tv set up next to it. Will go again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar, 2025
It’s wonderful to know your stay was both relaxing and well-equipped, Sally. We're pleased that the spa—with its convenient TV setup—added to the comfort of your experience. We appreciate your positive feedback and look forward to assisting with your future holiday plans. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shilo R.

Lovely clean kiwi bach

Such a great home, so super clean. All mod cons along with old school games etc. Great host, very considerate and caring, wonderful place to stay. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun, 2023
Thanks for your review, Shilo! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and hope to see you back again soon! - Scotty
Verified

6/10 Okay

James G.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
We didn't get what we paid for with this one.The spa pool spewed out brown and white goo when we turned on the jets, which mostly went away by next day after a cleaning cycle, but had put us off by that point. The oven wasn't clean, so smoked out the kitchen a bit. Overall it looked like DIY property maintenance.. minor leaks under sinks, warped gates that don't close, bits of plywood tacked up here and there.Travelers should be aware that there is no hot water in the bathroom (except for the shower), no trampoline as listed on bookabach, and you should run a cleaning cycle of the spa as soon as you arrive to avoid any surprises. Be prepared to whip out our phone and document anything that doesn't meet expectations.The manager is a company who add little value to the process - quite the opposite, since they are unable to inspect things themselves. They attempted to mediate but in the end essentially said 'oops sorry' on the listing error and implied we were being untruthful about our other experiences as we didn't have evidence.Apart from the issues above, the property was fine and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Nov, 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear your experience didn’t meet expectations. The spa pool was cleaned prior to arrival, but as the property is in a coastal location, sand can occasionally enter the system if not rinsed off beforehand. The trampoline was incorrectly listed on a partner site due to a data error on their website, which has been resolved now, and has never been advertised on Bachcare. Facecloths are not provided. The oven was checked after your stay and found to be in normal working order, and no leaks were identified during inspection, though these areas will continue to be monitored. The gate was installed to help guests with dogs and has been confirmed to latch and lock correctly. Larger towels have now been added to the property. Thank you for sharing your observations, as they help us improve for future guests. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kerryn T.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Misleading advertising so disappointed

The listing is inaccurate there is no spa, the bbq was so rusty we could not use it. The pillows are so lumpy you could not sleep on them. Only two beds were made up for us despite there being 4 people. The listing didn’t say you share the location with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola N.

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

Fab short stay

Excellent location and accommodation.Would definitely revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great property, fully fenced great for a pet friendly property.

Great property, fully fenced great for a pet friendly property. Nice Bach feel with all the mod cons and a heap of accessories for the kids.
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew H.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May, 2025
Thank you, Andrew, for your 4 star rating. We're glad to hear your stay was enjoyable overall. If there’s anything you’d like to share about what could have made your experience even better, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our team by phone or email. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators, Bachcare.

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