Title: Tui Cottage Private Rural Retreat With Elevated Views To The Ocean 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 # Tui Cottage Private Rural Retreat With Elevated Views To The Ocean ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60090000/60083100/60083040/4ddf3944.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60090000/60083100/60083040/6cd07cbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60090000/60083100/60083040/af0012f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60090000/60083100/60083040/d334c8fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60090000/60083100/60083040/270-83007c9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tui Cottage Private Rural Retreat With Elevated Views To The Ocean provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4388 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Sea view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tui Cottage Private Rural Retreat With Elevated Views To The Ocean Tui Cottage is sited in a rural and nature filled environment, elevated and private, with views to the ocean and the Poor Knights islands. It is totally self contained and recently renovated with a new kitchen and bathroom with polished concrete floors and macrocarpa ceiling throughout. The bed is a super king (can be split) and there is a sofa bed. There is room for a tent behind the cottage. Rain water (soft and pure) is collected and filtered with an alpine series NFS approved water filtration and ultraviolet water purification system. The deck looks out to views of the Poor Knights and surrounding forest and native bush. Star gaze at night to the sound of the local kiwis. In the morning wake to the Tuis and Woodpidgeons. It has it's own private drive and place to fillet the fish. 5km to Matapouri or Tutukaka there are so many beaches to explore. There are many coastal and forest walks close by such as Matapouri to Whale Bay, Tutukaka to The Lighthouse. The Nunguru Coastal walk to Wellington Bay, The Te Araroa or Tane Moana Kauri Track. Matapouri and Nunguru Inlet are superb for paddle boards and kayaks or just lazing on the beach. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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: 388 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Sand must be washed off feet and bodies and towels before entering Tui Cottage. Feet can be washed in buckets provided. Thank You :) ### Pets Pets not allowed Note from host: We have kiwis and many native birds ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: The cottage is surrounded by forrest & bush ### Events No events allowed No parties or large events allowed. We live here ### 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 Note from host: No parties or large events allowed. We live here Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 ### Property is also known as Tui Cottage Tui Cottage tutukaka Coast ## About the area Located in Tutukaka, this cottage is by the sea. Tutukaka Marina and Dive Tutukaka are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mermaid Pool and Matapouri Bay. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Tutukaka travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tutukaka.dx6136894) [View more Cottages in Tutukaka](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tutukaka-Cottages.d6136894-aaCottages.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-35.59142%2C174.51036&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nqcX_ndFyVpJbCWAr8OoAOn8zWQ=) Tutukaka, Northland ### What's nearby - Matapouri Bay - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles - Tutukaka Headland - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles - Woolleys Bay - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - Tutukaka Marina - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles - Dive Tutukaka - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles ### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 50 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Oceans Resort Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Marina Woodfire Dining - ‬7 min drive - ‪Schnappa Rock Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Marina Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive - ‪Ngunguru Sports & Recreation Society - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tui Cottage Private Rural Retreat With Elevated Views To The Ocean pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Tui Cottage Private Rural Retreat With Elevated Views To The Ocean? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Tui Cottage Private Rural Retreat With Elevated Views To The Ocean? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Tui Cottage Private Rural Retreat With Elevated Views To The Ocean located? > Situated by the sea, this cottage is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Tutukaka Headland and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Tutukaka Marina. Mermaid Pool and Matapouri Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question