Title: Manaia Willow, an comfortable 3-bedroom house, Taurikura Bay 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 # Manaia Willow, an comfortable 3-bedroom house, Taurikura Bay Holiday home in Whangarei Heads with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113428700/113428637/9ea85e99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113428700/113428637/ed7f9de1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113428700/113428637/ade584e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113428700/113428637/b802880a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113430000/113428700/113428637/d6bf5da9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Manaia Willow, an comfortable 3-bedroom house, Taurikura Bay provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - 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. ### Manaia Willow, an comfortable 3-bedroom house, Taurikura Bay Manaia Willow, a cozy cottage awaits you in Whangārei Heads. With 3 bedrooms including a California King bed 2 other queen bed rooms, one with ensuite, This quaint property offers all the comforts you need for an enjoyable, peaceful stay. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like a washing machine, WiFi, fire box (wood available), fully equiped kitchen, two ovens if you like to cook, butlers pantry and more. The 2 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers ensure a stress-free experience. We look forward to welcoming you to our place. Taurikura Bay is a short walk away. If you don't want to cook New Look Cafe, Parua Bay provides wonderful curries and will deliver or enjoy Fish & Chips from the chippie at McLeouds Bay, alternatively you can dine at the Deck located next to the chippie. The Deck also provides milk, Herald and a few other basics. Ocean Beach is a 10 minute drive for those who love to surf or simply enjoy an ocean swim. Many local beaches for more serene swimming. Many walks, Mt Manaia, Mt Aubrey, Smugglers Bay to name a few. Manaia Willow is nearly 100y old, set in almost an acre with amazing views to the very majestic Mt Manaia. You feel like you are in the middle of the countryside, very quite, although you may hear many birds including kiwi calling at night and this is the reason we don't allow pets, in fact it is discouraged by our local council to not allow dogs in the area due to our area being a Kiwi habitat Whangarei is a fast developing city and many improvements. to enhance the area. The loop is a great walk with nearby playgrounds and bike parks for younger people. Stroll around the basin and enjoy the many cafes or visit the Hundertwasser, Burning issues art centre and watch the amazing artisans blow glass. Clock Museum and take time to be mesmerised by the Whangarei rolling clock ball, a truely interesting time piece. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Wood stove ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48350000/48347600/48347584/cc8b2da0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Come and Relax @ Rose's Retreat (with WIFI) Whangarei Heads - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 85 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=48347584&PinnedHotelID=48347584&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111540000/111530200/111530176/605f0b70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bluey - Whangarei Heads Holiday Home Whangarei - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=111530176&PinnedHotelID=111530176&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31650000/31649600/31649554/cb4c4dfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bush backdrop, privacy and Bay views McLeod Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 168 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=31649554&PinnedHotelID=31649554&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111980000/111976700/111976673/136e0c34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Classic Kiwi Bach In Blissful Urquhart Bay - Relax and Recharge Whangarei Heads - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=111976673&PinnedHotelID=111976673&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109740000/109731300/109731235/1c115fcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rustic Beach House Getaway Whangarei Heads - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=109731235&PinnedHotelID=109731235&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111280000/111278600/111278596/d9a33c38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Belmont Beach House - Whangarei Heads Escape Whangarei - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=111278596&PinnedHotelID=111278596&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111270000/111260900/111260839/20066195.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads Whangarei Heads - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 6 reviews £195 includes taxes & fees 2 Oct - 3 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=111260839&PinnedHotelID=111260839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118220000/118216800/118216771/09c4615a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Classic NZ Bach on the Waterfront - Whangarei Heads Whangārei Heads - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=118216771&PinnedHotelID=118216771&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118330000/118329200/118329188/008d836e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pataua South Retreat - Price for both units!!!! 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20 Note from host: Further guest numbers by arrangements 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 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 ## About the area Whangarei Heads is home to this holiday home. Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Taurikura Bay and Mount Manaia. 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Reotahi Bay and Bream Head Coast Walks are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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