Title: Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City Holiday home in Mangawhai with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City (Mangawhai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107500000/107492600/107492578/68449778.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City (Mangawhai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107500000/107492600/107492578/daf4859a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City (Mangawhai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107500000/107492600/107492578/8e429a9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City (Mangawhai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107500000/107492600/107492578/26803955.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City (Mangawhai)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107500000/107492600/107492578/ab5c78fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In a peaceful setting, surrounded by beautiful gardens and trees, this holiday home is the perfect retreat. With plenty of parking space for boats, golf clubs and more, you can bring all your toys to make the most of your stay. Linen is included for added convenience. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City Peaceful and private holiday home surrounded by beautiful gardens and established trees. Great space to relax and escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Plenty of room for bringing your toys for the beach, whether it is boat, jetski, surfboards, golf clubs and cart, friends with the motorhome, there is plenty of parking space. Close to amenities, beachs, boatramp, golf courses, restaurants, vineyards. Linen is included. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 6 accessible parking spaces - Gravel flooring in public areas - Handrails in stairways - In-room accessibility - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54900/54874/88a96702.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre Riverside - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi 7.8 Good 603 reviews £101 includes taxes & fees 15 Feb - 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There is a $50 charge per stay to have your pet stay with you. Maximum 2 pets. Minimum 2 night stays on Friday and Saturday nights from mid November through till the end of April Sofa bed will be left as a sofa unless you request to have it made up as a bed. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total pets Note from host: Dogs under 10kg allowed inside.Others outside only ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: House has stairs ### 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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai, is home to this holiday home. Mangawhai Golf Club and Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Goat Island and Reptile Park. Action Ninja World and SheepWorld are also worth visiting. [Visit our Mangawhai travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mangawhai.dx6342444) [View more Holiday homes in Mangawhai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mangawhai-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6342444-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-36.08821,174.57751&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:frf%7BEmdph%60%40%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FS%40S%40S%40Q%40U%40OBS%40S%40QBSBQBQBQBUBQDQDQBQDQDODQFQDSFMDQFSFMFQFOFQFOHMHOFOHMHOHOHMHOHMJMHMJKHOJKJKJKJKJMLIJMJKLGJKLILIJKLGLILGLILELINGLELELINELELENCNELENANELCNCNALANCNAN%3FNCL%3FN%3FN%3FNAN%40N%3FN%3FL%3FNBN%3FN%40NBL%40N%40NBNBLDN%40LDNDLBNDNDLDLHLDNDLFLHLDLHLFLHLFLJJHLHJJLFJJLLJHJLJJJJJJJJHNJJJLHLHLHNJLFNHNHLHNFNHLFNFPFNHPDLFRFLDPDRFPDPDNDPBPDPDPBPBTBPBPBPBR%40PBR%40R%40N%40T%40P%40R%40R%3FR%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPARARAPARARAPCRARCPCPCPCPCTCPEPERCNERELEPGREPEPGNGPELIPGNGPGNILGNINILINGNKLINILILKLKJINKJKJKJKJKJKLMJKJMHKHMHKHMHMHMHMFMHMDMHMFODMDMHMDODODMBODMDO%40MDOBO%40OBMBO%40O%40O%3FOBM%3FO%3FO%3FO%40OAO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAOAMCOCOAMCOEOAMEOEOCMEMEOEMIMEMEOGMIMEMIMGMIMIKIMIMIKIMIKKKKMMKKKKKKKKKKIOKKIMKMIMIOIMIOIOIMGOIOIMGOGQGOGQGMGQESGMEQGSEQEMESCOESEQCQCUCQCQCQCQASASCQASASAQASAS%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oUBVRQGCOjn3i-sw1OgkGO1Etes=) Mangawhai ### What's nearby - ![Looking south from the cliff walk. Mangwhai, Northland New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344037/4c89324d-a64b-4a97-9eb2-1729aacd37d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mangawhai Cliff Walk 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles - ![Mangawhai Heads Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111690/be6602d9-6264-4656-82dc-ecf396237805.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mangawhai Heads Beach 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles - Mangawhai Museum 4 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Mangawhai Golf Club 5 min drive \- 0.7 miles - Mangawhai Village Market 6 min drive \- 3.9 miles ### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) 66 min drive ### Restaurants - Mangawhai Tavern 9 min drive - Wood Street Freehouse 3 min drive - Cove Cafe 15 min drive - Bennetts Cafe 8 min drive - The Little Red Fish 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City? ### What time is check-in at Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City? ### What time is check-out at Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City? ### Where is Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. Family & Pet Friendly. Escape the City Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 11 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian C. 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great property for family getaways. ##### Ian C. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlene D. 7 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Peaceful, clean, cozy and everything you need. Close to amenities and beach. Great little tranquil place to relax ##### Charlene D. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terri D. 10 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot Perfect location. The house was immaculate as weee the grounds. Lovely and quiet. ##### Terri D. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelsi M. 16 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous property What a beautiful property full of established trees and planting. We enjoyed listening to and watching the birds as we drank our morning coffee. Plenty of room, very tidy and well thought out spaces. Loved the underfloor heating as it was a chilly night when we arrived! ##### Kelsi M. Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacob 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, communication Very nice place ##### Jacob Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teale V. 15 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Was great We loved it- very awesome and beautiful stay ##### Teale V. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abel B. 10 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Feeling like at home. Good communication and great support. Kindly treated is the best key for our stay. ##### Abel B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debbie G. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girlfriends get away Lovely property to enjoy for the weekend. A restful home with a great host. ##### Debbie G. 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