Title: Ocean and Country Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Ocean and Country Family-friendly holiday home in Mangawhai ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/59000000/58990700/58990615/edc2563e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/59000000/58990700/58990615/b5884863.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, table football, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/59000000/58990700/58990615/e0571190.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/59000000/58990700/58990615/c1878dd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/59000000/58990700/58990615/9a5c95ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Take advantage of a garden, a playground and an arcade/games room at Ocean and Country. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 112583 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Ocean and Country Situated on top of the crest overlooking the expansive sea views from the front of this spacious house , and then looking from the lounge, across the large deck westward over the rolling farmland to the mountains beyond. This home has it all when endless views count ! Mangawhai Heads beach is just down the hill, and the township, shops and cafes are only a couple of minutes away. Would suit one large or even two families (up to 11 people) for an amazing coastal getaway \*\*Would best suit six adults and up to five children in luxury \*\* \*\* Please note floor plan/bed layout to ensure that it suits your group\*\* Children are always more than welcome, and the house has many offerings to keep them busy This property is fairly new to the Air B&B market, and we have put our heart and soul into fitting it out for your enjoyment. Linen and Bedding Linen and towels are NOT included in the tariff but are available as an optional extra at $25 per person, so if you wish us to prepare it for you, please mention in your booking comments and we will make a manual adjustment. Please note that due to the nature of our accommodation service we do not provide a maid service. \*\*When requesting linen, please be specific, as to which beds are to be made up before arrival (a floor plan can be sent for conformation) \*\*Otherwise please bring your own top & bottom sheets, pillow cases, and towels. All beds and pillows are fitted with protectors, for health and peace of mind. There is now also another queen bed in the carpeted garage area for overflow if needed. This also makes a great day bed, with the cool breeze on those hot days. All other essentials are supplied for your comfort and ease of settling in. Be quick to secure the dates you desire, as bookings fill up fast, especially in the summer season, and public holidays Previous guest reviews..... Our stay was absolutely fantastic! Such a great large space for our big family. This bach was well equipped with everything we needed and more. It is so thoughtfully set up with families and large groups in mind. So many amenities and little extras that were very well received by us. The 360 degree views were just stunning, sitting out on the deck to catch the sunset was just breath taking. The communication with the host was seamless from start to finish. Andrew touched base before our stay to make sure we were all set. He also checked in to make sure we settled in well, which we had indeed thanks to the well written Guest Manual. The location of this bach was also perfect, only minutes away from Mangawhai beach and the town centre for shops, cafes etc. If you are looking for a family friendly place to stay in Mangawhai, this will be perfect! Highly recommend. Date of arrival - 18 March 2021 For 6 adults and 2 children getting together after being apart for 3 years this house was terrific. Spacious and sparkling clean it had plenty of room for us all plus separate areas to get away from each other if necessary. We loved the outdoor area and the views on both sides were spectacular. Thoroughly recommend it for family get togethers - Mangawhai is a wonderful place for kids and adults. Date of arrival - 2 May 2022 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Day bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Shower/bathtub combination - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Stair-free path to entrance - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Only outside. (Butt buckets supplied) ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Foosball table - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycles - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 2,583 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58170000/58160300/58160287/6822d470.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spa and a 5 minute walk to the water Mangawhai Heads - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=58160287&PinnedHotelID=58160287&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37930000/37921400/37921344/270dc984.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magnifique - Mangawhai Holiday Home Mangawhai Heads - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=37921344&PinnedHotelID=37921344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113530000/113522400/113522376/b06786e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sun Trap with a spa in the Heads - Great for families and groups Mangawhai Heads - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=113522376&PinnedHotelID=113522376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91820000/91816500/91816450/aa47706b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Summertime Bliss - Mangawhai Heads Holiday Home Mangawhai Heads - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=91816450&PinnedHotelID=91816450&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107500000/107492600/107492578/68449778.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home away from Home in Mangawhai Heads. 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Keep showers and wastage to a minimum (in summer especially) Much appreciated. \*\*\* Due to many recent complaints from our neighbors, there is to be no loud noises (even loud voices) after10pm at latest, on outdoor decks \*\* ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Toys and games included ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings Family group gatherings only. No large parties. ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Only outside. (Butt buckets supplied) ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 11 Note from host: Family group gatherings only. No large parties. 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### Property is also known as Surf Turf New Surf Turf Ocean Country New Surf Turf !! Ocean and Country Mangawhai Ocean and Country Private vacation home Ocean and Country Private vacation home Mangawhai ## About the area Located in Mangawhai Heads, a neighbourhood in Mangawhai, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Goat Island and Reptile Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [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&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-36.08444%2C174.58194&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=htGcq9NcvjeOnDiivuOk3HkWps4=) Mangawhai Heads, Northland ### What's nearby - Mangawhai Heads Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Mangawhai Cliff Walk - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Mangawhai Golf Club - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles - Mangawhai Village Market - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - Lang's Beach - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles ### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 59 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Mangawhai Tavern - ‬8 min drive - ‪Cove Cafe - ‬15 min drive - ‪Brewed As Collective - ‬19 min walk - ‪Wood Street Freehouse - ‬18 min walk - ‪The Dune - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ocean and Country pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Ocean and Country? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ocean and Country? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Ocean and Country located? > This family-friendly Mangawhai holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mangawhai Cliff Walk and Mangawhai Heads Beach. Mangawhai Golf Club and Mangawhai Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ocean and Country Reviews 9.8 ### 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 15 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah B. 6 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family home Loved our stay, loved the views, check in and communication was great. ##### Leah B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben P., Auckland 16 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for family and friends This is a great spot up on the hill looking out to the estuary and hills on either side of the house. The games room and kids toys were really appreciated and made our holiday break perfect despite some less than ideal weather. ##### Ben P. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola A. 7 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely getaway My friends and me had a lovely relaxing weekend away at the house. Andrew was a pleasure to deal with. The house was lovely and tidy with a well equipped kitchen. ##### Nicola A. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy v. 2 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay for our group Andrews property was perfect for our group over Easter. The house was so much bigger than expected with plenty of space for 3 families. Everything was clean and in great condition and communication with Andrew was easy before and during our stay. Location is great too, just a short drive to the surf beach or short walk down to the estuary. The kids loved the cupboard full of toys and it kept them busy the entire time! Thanks for a great stay, would highly recommend this place to anyone! ##### Amy v. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jon F. 23 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Perfect ##### Jon F. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine P. 27 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friends and Family Great home great location and great host Andrew was amazing at communicating with us and made sure that the home was ready for us, very clean and awesome views of the ocean and the valley. Loved it! ##### Christine P. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly M. 28 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home away from home, in Magical Mangawhai! Our stay was absolutely fantastic! Such a great large space for our big family. This bach was well equipped with everything we needed and more. It is so thoughtfully set up with families and large groups in mind. So many amenities and little extras that were very well received by us. The 360 degree views were just stunning, sitting out on the deck to catch the sunset was just breath taking. The communication with the host was seamless from start to finish. Andrew touched base before our stay to make sure we were all set. He also checked in to make sure we settled in well, which we had indeed thanks to the well written Guest Manual. The location of this bach was also perfect, only minutes away from Mangawhai beach and the town centre for shops, cafes etc. If you are looking for a family friendly place to stay in Mangawhai, this will be perfect! Highly recommend. ##### Kelly M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rochelle G. 13 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent accommodation There was plenty of space for our group. The place is well set-out. It was appreciated that there were basic supplies available. Thanks, we enjoyed the weekend. ##### Rochelle G. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Terence H. 10 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house for family get-togethers Lovely house with great views. Plenty of equipment, children's toys etc. Most enjoyable. ##### Terence H. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Maaike T. 8 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Beautiful location but frustrating hidden costs We booked this house with a group of people in anticipation for a friends wedding. The house location is great, atop a slop that overlooks the Mangawhai Heads area. Access to the town and walking trails to the beach were fun and easy. The experience inside the house left a little less to be desired. Before arriving we were told that if we wanted bedding and / or towels for our beds - it would be an extra charge. We were all flying in from the United States so we obviously would need this. Frustrating but we dealt. Then, we were told that upon check-out we would have to pay an additional charge for our trash. These things would've been fine if there was the expectation set upfront in the listing. We also didn't have a working drying, which also wasn't disclosed until we got three. This was a big reason why we booked a house for our stay. There were some other small things that were challenging, like no beach towels that were borrowable. We had to buy our own but otherwise the house came well equipped. It's a great location, great recommendations for activities but average experience. ##### Maaike T. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian 31 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Comfortable and well serviced for a large family group. ##### Ian Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### paul l. 22 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family get-away For 6 adults and 2 children getting together after being apart for 3 years this house was terrific. Spacious and sparkling clean it had plenty of room for us all plus separate areas to get away from each other if necessary. We loved the outdoor area and the views on both sides were spectacular. Thoroughly recommend it for family get togethers - Mangawhai is a wonderful place for kids and adults. ##### paul l. Stayed 7 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen M. 17 May 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning View Was an enjoyable stay, catered & accomodating to our specific requests, highly recommend. Great communication with host from beginning to end. We will definitely revisit in the near future. ##### Karen M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Phillipa O. 4 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family-friendly spot This is a well-appointed property, very clean and spacious, with room for everyone, and lots of little extras to keep the kids happy. Thanks to the property owner for the great communication throughout. ##### Phillipa O. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenda P. 31 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy place to enjoy Good bedroom layouts and amenities are excellent. Decks superb with dining inside and outside opportunities. Very friendly hosts. Views from many perspectives. Two fridges very helpful for bigger groups ( we had 8 adults) and longer stays. Lots of extras available to be used. ##### Glenda P. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Violet P. 30 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kick back & Chillax Views are stunning and house feels like a home as soon as you step through the door. Neighbours are great too. Spoil yourself you won't regret it. ##### Violet P. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021