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Entire home·Private host

Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi

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Beach nearby
Dining
TV, DVD player, stereo
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi

Mara cottage is part of the 256ha Tahi ecological sanctuary, including restored wetlands, lakes and forests. You will have the choice of walking one of the many tracks, swimming from the beautiful white sand surf beach or fishing and kayaking in the estuary. Surfing lessons and standup paddle boards are available locally, along with horse trekking through the property or along the beach.

Encompassing a rich variety of habitats, Tahi is a haven for walkers, birdwatchers and the conservation minded. Dune vegetation on the surf beach gives way to diverse broadleaf forest on the hills further inland, lakes provide habitat for mullet and rare long-finned eels while mangroves and saltmarshes are home to kingfishers, rare fernbirds and banded rails. Tahi is also proud to host a number of endangered bird species including Kiwi, Brown Teal, Bittern and Dotterell.

The on-site Tahi Cafe offers a blackboard menu of delicious breakfast and lunch dishes, great coffee and Kohu Road icecreams. Open 27th December to February - 7 days a week.

Special conditions:
No pets please, Tahi is a bird and kiwi sanctuary.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included)

Property manager

Tahi NZ

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Mara at Tahi New Zealand
Bungalow In Paradise Tahi
Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi Pataua
Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi Cottage
Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi Cottage Pataua

About the area

Map
Pataua North, Pataua

What's nearby

  • Pataua Island - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 36 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Tutukaka Marina - 52 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Dive Tutukaka - 52 min drive - 52.0 km
  • Matapouri Bay - 60 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬42 min drive
  • Parua Bay Tavern
  • ‪Smith & Local - ‬45 min drive
  • ‪Salt Air Cafe - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Parua Boys Bakery - ‬45 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Parauwanui Beach and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Pataua Island. A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park and Whangarei Falls are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Bungalow in Paradise - Tahi Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire L.

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

Gorgeous and spacious house our family enjoyed spending Christmas at.

Easy and fast communication and details on getting to Tahi and all the site instructions provided. Lesley was so welcoming and helpful for questions we had upon arrival and during our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

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

Stunning

Beautiful touches
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra B., Auckland, New Zealand

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

Total peace and tranquility.

We loved the luxurious accommodation set in a tranquil location with Mother Nature right on your doorstep! The walk to the Boardwalk with my elderly mum was the highlight of her weekend. A little unsure with her footing we took it steady with plenty of stops for a breather. We had a rest on seats in the "hideaway" to watch the ducks, swans and numerous birds on the lake and a slow leisurely walk back along the driveway. It was purely magical and so quiet. We were feeling refreshed in mind and body and ready for a cup of tea when we got back to the house. A perfect house for a family get together with a few walks and bike tracks. Loved every minute, so we will definitely be back. Thank you to Lesley for having the lights on for our late arrival, the house was warm and cosy. Very highly recommended.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Georgia K.

Beautiful house, just what we needed for our stay

Beautiful house, just what we needed for our stay. Very close to the beach.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Michael F.

The house was stunning

The house was stunning. No sea views but a lovely outlook onto a tropical garden. Well fenced and minimal road noise. Very comfortable and well presented. Excellent cafe a short walk away open during peak summer weeks. Several walks and bike rides which our family enjoyed. Short car trip to main beaches.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

The premises was terrific.

The premises was terrific. 5 stars. Clean, spacious and very modern. All the extra bits and pieces were provided (including beach toys for my four year old). The wifi was a bit iffy at times, but we weren't there to surf the net all day and night. Can't recommend this accommodation highly enough.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house.

Beautiful house. Comfortable, clean, warm and plenty of space. It was nice to come back from the beach to a sheltered tropical garden. We loved it. Thank you.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

The property was fantastic , had all that is needed and very nice beds and linen.

The property was fantastic , had all that is needed and very nice beds and linen. would highly recommend