Craypot Cabin: a slice of paradise on a lifestyle block nestled below Mt. Manaia

Whangarei, Northland
$105 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Fully equipped and newly renovated cabin with 2 bedrooms both with queen size beds, open plan living area and large bathroom, a real home from home awaits you. Nestled at the base of Mount Manaia, located on a quiet and peaceful lifestyle block set off the road surrounded by paddocks you can’t help but relax. With ducks on the pond and cattle, sheep and lambs in the paddocks, this really is a slice of paradise. You can even see the Ocean too.
Unlimited wi-fi, TV with FreeView, Chromecast and a DVD as well as DVD’s, books and games to enjoy.
Hotel standard linen and towels are all provided for your stay.
Plenty of parking for cars and a trailer boat, with a choice of 2 boat ramps within a 5 minute drive. The fishing is pretty awesome too!
Separate laundry and washing machine as well as plenty of freezer space in case you go fishing.
Watch the sun rise and enjoy the sound of nature as the sun sets. At night take in the starry skies and listen out for the Kiwi's as they call out to each other from our backyard.
Within walking distance of Taurikura Beach and just a 7-minute drive to the stunning Ocean Beach. Whangarei Heads is known for it's abundance of breathtaking walks, we're also just a few minutes off the official route of the Te Araroa trail. Not forgetting Mt. Manaia which is listed as one of the 10 Best Walks of New Zealand, you can look down on your accommodation from one of the lookouts.
And with Kerikeri and the Bay of Islands just over an hour away you will not run out of things to do and see.
Due to this being a lifestyle block, NO PETS are permitted

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  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Smartphone Data Usage (unlimited)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Freezer Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Du

    Submitted Oct 12, 2022

    Stayed Oct 5, 2022

    Nice and quiet, suitable for a city getaway. Lisa was friendly and helpful. Very pleased with the stay.

  • Giorgia

    Submitted Feb 7, 2022

    Stayed Feb 4, 2022

    Property was lovely and clean, had a great space, kitchen with all you need, felt cosy and you could tell it was well cared for and loved by hosts. Host Lisa was fantastic, very friendly and kind; taking our 3yo to feed the ducks and see the sheep. Would be great in both summer and winter!

  • Debbie L.

    Submitted Oct 18, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Wonderful hosts. Had a great stay, peaceful and relaxing property. Wished we could have stayed longer.

  • Catherine J.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    A great little spot to explore Whangarei Heads from. A lovely little cottage with nice views to Mt Manaia plus all you need for a comfortable stay. Lisa was a great host.

  • Nickei F.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2025

    Stayed Jul 25, 2025

    This is a lovely cabin, based in the countryside, looking out across bush to beautiful Mt Mania. It is in a great location with gorgeous beaches and bushwalks nearby.It was cozy and warm, with bifold doors that can open up on warm days or evenings. Fairly clean. All cooking utensils are provided, but no complimentary tea, coffee, sugar oil, or milk, (as there often is when you hire a holiday home), which is important to know: the nearest shop is 15 minutes drive away in Parua Bay and it closes at 7pm. Lisa was friendly, and her dog Jess was a sweetie girl

  • Robyn D.

    Submitted Apr 25, 2025

    Stayed Apr 20, 2025

    We had a lovely time getting to know an area we were unfamiliar with.

  • Viktor M.

    Submitted Apr 16, 2025

    Stayed Apr 14, 2025

    Perfect place to have a holiday, and the location is great. Lovely and very friendly host Lisa is ready to answer any questions or provide a help. Clean and tidy cabin with plenty of space creates a nice atmosphere.

  • Jill C.

    Submitted Mar 25, 2025

    Stayed Mar 20, 2025

    Lovely house in great location. Friendly and helpful checkin and info.

  • MC N.

    Submitted Mar 9, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    Dwelling is well appointed and clean. In every way, it's just as pictured and advertised. Lisa and her dog Jess are both sweethearts.

  • Kim D.

    Submitted Apr 4, 2024

    Stayed Mar 29, 2024

    Really relaxing lovely weekend. Beautiful property, friendly host. had a great time exploring the beaches and art :)

  • Jenny L.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2023

    Stayed Oct 23, 2023

    Really enjoyed the stay. We received a warm welcome. Jess the dog is a darling !! Great position for walks to Smugglers Bay, Ocean Beach & of course Mt Manaia. Many thanks

  • Zara P.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2023

    Stayed Jun 23, 2023

    Amazing little rural slice of paradise. Great self-contained unit, a fab view of Mt Manaia, eating places nearby, lots of walks and beaches, and playgrounds. Lisa is the kindest host, going over and beyond. Thank you Lisa! Highly recommend! No faults.

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$105+
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