Title: Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru 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 # Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru Family-friendly holiday home in Taiharuru ![TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34615600/34615594/cae5d851.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34615600/34615594/4ac8f8f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34615600/34615594/a4cfe518.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34615600/34615594/6de32303.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34615600/34615594/f07db7ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on an elevated position, Te Huia offers a serene retreat surrounded by a Kiwi reserve and breathtaking views of the Pacific Coastline. Savor the sounds of native birds, unwind in stylish Scandinavian-inspired surroundings, or indulge in local cuisine prepared by your private chef. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - 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. ### Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru Te Huia is purpose built and situated in a unique location with a stunning setting and sweeping views from it's elevated position. Set within a Kiwi reserve, you are guaranteed to hear the calls of our elusive national bird as well a spotting an array of other native birds. Our Pacific Coastline has to be some of the most impressive in NZ. With towering topography, white sand ocean beaches and clear water pristine estuaries, it is a largely un-compromised environment with large reserves and DOC estates. Along with our national Te Ara Roa Walkway passing right through, there is also an extensive network of walks and hikes at Bream Head Scenic Reserve. The walks range from very easy to a 5 hr challenging hike over the ridge of the reserve. Over the summer a feature of our coast are the warm clear waters, a natural aquatic mecca with a large collection of stunning beaches and waterways in the vicinity - and for the rest of the year we still remain New Zealand's warmest region, so a winter stay at Te Huia can be a warm and sunny experience. The fit-out of Te Huia is of Scandinavian influence with simple but stylish furnishings and tasteful decor, all adding to the experience. From family holidays to romantic retreats, Te Huia is suitable for most purposes. It makes for a perfect base from which to explore a beautiful region of New Zealand. Located 1 hours drive from The Bay of Islands and 40 minutes drive from Tutukaka which is the location from where theres access to The Poor Knights Island Marine Reserve. Our local area is all about the landscapes, beaches, forest, walks, hikes and a natural environment to explore and enjoy. We can provide easy catering with our “we prepare - you serve” offering or you can choose to have our private Chef prepare you a decadent dinner at the Guest House. Please enquire re catering when booking. Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included); ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Boat - Golf - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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 - Garden - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109330000/109324000/109323975/281dd10b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lookout at Pataua South, 5 minutes from the beach. 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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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Te Huia Coastal Retreat Taiharuru House Whangarei Heads Te Huia Coastal Retreat Taiharuru House Te Huia Coastal Retreat Taiharuru House Whangarei Heads Te Huia Coastal Retreat Taiharuru House Private vacation home Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru Te Huia Coastal Retreat Taiharuru Whangarei Heads Te Huia Coastal Retreat Taiharuru Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru Taiharuru Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru Private vacation home Private vacation home Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru Te Huia Coastal Retreat Taiharuru Whangarei Heads Te Huia Coastal Retreat Taiharuru Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru Whangarei Heads Te Huia A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru ## About the area ![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-35.76252%2C174.54160&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wUnJnnNHVAbgWidWBkazTtm7IaY=) Whangarei Heads, Whangarei #### What's nearby - Mcleod Bay - 22 min drive - 10.6 miles - Ocean Beach - 35 min drive - 17.5 miles - Bream Head Coast Walks - 36 min drive - 15.9 miles - Town Basin Marina - 40 min drive - 21.9 miles - Whangarei Falls - 47 min drive - 25.1 miles #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬16 min drive - ‪Smith & Local - ‬13 min drive - ‪McLeod Bay Fish and Chips - ‬19 min drive - ‪The Deck - ‬19 min drive - ‪Cafe North - ‬57 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru located? > Set in Taiharuru, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Reparapahoe Island, Motungangara Island and Ipurau Island. Otarawa Island and Pataua Island are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Te Huia - A Coastal Retreat at Taiharuru Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony K. 29 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Unique Susanne was the perfect host. FullyRecommend to anyone seeking a special oversight of the beautiful area. World class views ##### Anthony K. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marla M. 10 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a spectacular location and home. We have been to NZ many times, but had not stayed in this specific area. The house, property, and views are spectacular. There are walks from the house or from the close road as well as many hikes in the area. The coast, beach, and headlands are lovely. Parua Bay is about 15-20 minutes away with a nice little grocery store, well stocked liquor store, a nice bakery, pizza restaurant, and a very good Indian food. We hope to be back. ##### Marla M. Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Penny S. 18 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway location We spent two nights, which wasn't long enough to enjoy all that was on offer in this location. Suzanne gave great advice on nearby walks to spend our limited time there. Smugglers Bay and Kauri Beach were amazing. Wish we could have stayed there longer. ##### Penny S. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frana D. 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous spot Such a beautiful spot with stunning views - but wait there’s more - at night time you can hear kiwis calling in the surrounding bush. Magic! ##### Frana D. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Millie L. 3 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing getaway We had a wonderful holiday weekend with our family. The view was spectacular and the house was very clean and tidy. We’ll definitely come again! ##### Millie L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fred M., Canada 24 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best of Breed Te Huia is one of the best places we have stayed in. Te Huia was a sacred and beautiful bird to the Māori and is a fitting name for this house. The view from the deck looking out over the South Pacific was breathtaking. The sunsets were spectacular. The house was very well equipped and we particularly enjoyed the surround sound speakers that we could also link our phones to listen to our music. Nearby are numerous tramping tracks and almost deserted sandy beaches so there is no shortage of things to do in area. Stay here - you won’t be disappointed!! ##### Fred M. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 25 Mar 2016 #### The best place we have ever been. The best place we have ever been. Our kids really enjoyed being here. We highly recommend this place for everyone!! :) This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 24 Jan 2016 #### This is a beautiful modern property in a stunning location. This is a beautiful modern property in a stunning location. The views are amazing and the house itself is very well equipped and suited us perfectly (we are a family with two small children). Would thoroughly recommend and we hope to be back. Thanks Paul and Suzanne.