Family-friendly vacation rentals in Whangārei

Black Rock Holiday Home - Tutukaka

Modern cedar home in Dolphin Bay, Tutukaka with all the modern benefits including a separate self contained sleep out. Absolute water front with panoramic ocean views and access to the beach below for fishing, snorkeling, kayaking, exploring, or just sitting on the sand. Enjoy all day sun from the ocean facing decks and then retire to the courtyard in the evening for a BBQ while sitting in front of an open wood fire. Tutukaka's finest restaurants and bars only a 3 minute drive away

Boutique Cottage with x2 outdoor baths

Escape to beautiful Northland and relax in our lovely Orchard Cottage. Set on 30 acres of native bush, this character one bedroom self-catering cottage is light, airy, and comfortable with lots of unique details. The cottage also offers the ultimate in relaxation with the recent addition of two side-by-side outdoor baths. Wind down with a hot soak at the end of your day this private space is exclusively yours to enjoy. Add a basket of local provisions and discover local treasures.

Pukeko Refuge

This is a lovely large quiet and tranquil separate unit with a new bathroom. A small stream gurgles alongside enjoyed by pukekoes and eels. We want you to enjoy the birdlife, therefore we have food for you to feed the fantails, eels and pukekoes. A Gazebo over looking the stream to watch the pukeko playing, maybe enjoying a glass of wine. The unit has a microwave, fridge and toaster sofa, table and chairs for you to enjoy "home away from it all". Very safe off street parking

Luxe at the Lake Mangawhai

*This comfortable modern home is located at Lake View Estate, a private and gated community - just a 10 minute drive from the ocean. *Peaceful and situated on a large lakefront lot with water and rural views. *Close to shops, restaurants, beaches, and just 90 minutes from Auckland. *All the amenities of home and oh so relaxing! ***Please note: if your preferred dates are not available, check out our other place not far away in Waipu with ocean views :) airbnb.com/h/waipublueview

Nature Lovers' Hillside Nest

Creative, clean and colorful private hillside chalet. Covered deck with hammocks. Relaxing peaceful place with palms, olives, native bush and birds and bees. Large property with walking tracks through native bush, boasting amazing views of the tidal Ngunguru River. Just minutes to Tutukaka Marina (dive trips to the Poor Knights Islands, restaurants) and some of Northland’s best beaches, but also close to Whangarei attractions. Great kayaking on the mangrove-clad tidal river.

The Best of Both Worlds

We bring you the best of both worlds with great sea views set on 3 acres of beautiful native bush just minutes from Waipu Cove. This Modern Bach has a full kitchen, lounge, cinema/games room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Outside enjoy a huge wrap around deck, basketball court, outdoor shower, hidden patio with bush views and the peaceful sounds of nature. Packed away for your enjoyment are surfboards, bikes and more! Please note a maximum of 4 Adults.

Rosehill Lodge (Kowhai Apartment)

If you are looking for a private, quiet retreat that is ten minutes walk to the city centre and Town Basin with it's Cafes Restaurants and Galleries, then this Bed and Breakfast is the perfect place for you. Fully self contained with your own fully equipped kitchen, private patio and full laundry facilities you can base yourself here and explore the beautiful, sunny North.

Smallest house with big views

Enjoy some time getting away from it all in this fully self-contained cabin, situated on a peaceful property with wonderful views. Its quirky features include a mezzanine bedroom accessed via a ladder and a semi-outdoor, yet private and well sheltered bathroom. Beach and town center are both within 5 minutes drive.

Erin's Bach

Private and peaceful self contained guest house across the road from the beautiful white sands of Ruakaka Beach. Close to Whangarei, the main city in Northland and the beautiful local beaches of Waipu Cove and Langs Cove. Within easy day drive to the Bay of Islands.