Title: Cosy cottage by the seaside Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=74535748&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cosy cottage by the seaside Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for Cosy cottage by the seaside ![Exterior - Cosy cottage by the seaside (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74540000/74535800/74535748/1a015ebb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels - Cosy cottage by the seaside (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74540000/74535800/74535748/c28fb2b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Cosy cottage by the seaside (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74540000/74535800/74535748/b23a4dc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Cosy cottage by the seaside (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74540000/74535800/74535748/dc74c410.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Cosy cottage by the seaside (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74540000/74535800/74535748/4d331b39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled between majestic Mt Manaia and the expansive Whangarei Harbour, this lovely cottage in McLeods Bay offers a relaxing retreat. Enjoy excellent mobile coverage, unlimited WiFi, Netflix, and BBQ facilities while taking in the stunning views from your deck. With 2 kayaks available to explore nearby marine reserves and on-site parking for boats or jet skis. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5753 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Cosy cottage by the seaside Situated right in the heart of McLeods bay this lovely cottage awaits your arrival. Fully self-contained and directly opposite the beach. You can enjoy the views (including stunning sunsets!) from your deck. There is plenty of room to park your boat or jet ski and for kids and pets to play safely. Nestled between majestic Mt Manaia and the expansive Whangarei Harbour, McLeod's Bay is the perfect holiday playground but is also close enough to Whangarei City Centre if you need to stay over while visiting for work. Provided is: • Excellent Mobile coverage within the cottage. • Complimentary unlimited WIFI (excellent reception). • Complimentary Netflix's • Use of a BBQ 2 Kayaks with life jackets to explore the calm bays/coves/nearby marine reserve. • On-site parking (including space for boat parking). The cottage is also close to eateries including The Deck Cafe and McLeod Bay Takeaway(2 minutes’ drive). The Parua Bay Tavern (10 minutes’ drive), 2 cafes (Indian and Pizza), mini supermarket, gym, bakery, bottle store, and hairdresser (6 minutes’ drive away). Enjoy the beautiful surrounding reserves and walks. Relaxed safe swimming right out front or take a 10min drive to stunning Ocean Beach for surfing and swimming in the waves. Whangarei Harbour is renowned for fishing and diving with Whangarei Heads having beautiful East Coast beaches, and is the gateway to off shore Islands. There are 2 bedrooms, 1 queen bed in the house, and in the sleepout a double bed and a single bed. This is the ideal time out for you, your family and friends. Do not delay, inquire today! Check out this website https://discoverwhangareiheads.nz to see all the things to do in the area Special conditions: 50% deposit on confirmation, balance to be payed 7 days before stay. Extras; Linen and Bath towels included. Bring your own swimming towels. Tea, Coffee, Sugar & salt & pepper and most pantry supplies available. BBQ etc. NOTE: We have just installed a heat pump/air-conditioning unit for your added comfort!!!! ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the bay - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive recycling policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Unit size: 753 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106400000/106391200/106391138/e4d98b77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 100m to Beach! 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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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 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 Registration Number Property ID 8309 ## About the area Located in Whangarei Heads, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou and Reyburn House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mcleod Bay and Mount Manaia. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. [Visit our Whangarei Heads travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Heads.dx6353304) [View more Holiday homes in Whangarei Heads](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangarei-Heads-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6353304-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-35.81330%2C174.50467&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=O6GeYif4c3G7hvoDQFQC-52_Ig8=) Whangarei, Northland ### What's nearby - Mcleod Bay \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Reotahi Bay \- 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Town Basin Marina \- 28 min drive \- 19.7 miles - Ruakaka Beach \- 44 min drive \- 10.5 miles - Waipu Cove Beach \- 62 min drive \- 23.7 miles ### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬9 min drive - ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬49 min drive - ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬48 min drive - ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬49 min drive - ‪Smith & Local - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cosy cottage by the seaside pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Cosy cottage by the seaside? ### What time is check-in at Cosy cottage by the seaside? ### What time is check-out at Cosy cottage by the seaside? ### Where is Cosy cottage by the seaside located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cosy cottage by the seaside 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 67 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We absolutely loved our stay at the Cosy Cottage. Fantastic location and the cottage had everything we needed for our stay. ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim T. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect location, gorgeous little bach that's got everything you need, so relaxing looking out at the sea, close to the amazing walks, really comfy place, lovely and warm (here in winter), we absolutely LOVED our short stay here. The McLeod Bay fish & chips were also superb. ##### Kim T. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephanie W. 23 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had such an amazing time away at this little hidden gem of a property! It was just what we needed, peaceful and homely with the most fantastic view. We brought our two dogs along too. It had an awesome fully fenced yard for them to run around in, and they loved lounging on the deck almost as much as we did! Can’t recommend this place enough ##### Stephanie W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### brent f. 21 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome spot to relax ,will be back Perfet place to fish ,swim or just chillax ##### brent f. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mandy M. 18 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect getaway A lovely home with everything you need in a picturesque location, beautiful beaches walking and short driving distance away. ##### Mandy M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael R. 11 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great start to a honeymoon! My wife and I started our honeymoon at this cosy cottage and it hit all the marks for us. Beautiful view right out the front door, lovely living space, wonderful area, and very clean. We will be recommending the cottage to everyone we know! ##### Michael R. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay C. 10 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well Worth A Visit Fantastic space right on the beachfront. Incredible sunsets both nights that we stayed, and an amazing deck to enjoy them from. Great facilities. Everything you need for a comfortable stay. I want to visit again, and again, again. ##### Jay C. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire Louise R. 22 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved our stay Absolutely loved our stay. The cottage is lovely and has everything you need and more. Stunning views and sunset from the decking which is where we spent most of our time. Great location and communication from Robyn. ##### Claire Louise R. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shane p. 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy cottage by the seaside. We stayed here for a week and it was perfect!! It had everything we needed and was exceptionally clean and tidy. The location was great being just across the road from the beach, a 5 minute drive to launch our boat and plenty of walks close by to enjoy. The host was lovely to deal with and always got back to us promptly. We loved our stay here and hopefully will be able to return in the future!! ##### shane p. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine A. 10 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A pleasant few days away Lovely wee property. It was good to come back up North for a couple of days away and have this cottage to come back to in the evenings. Nice peaceful location. Lovely walks. We were very happy with our stay. ##### Catherine A. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric J. 9 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous stay! Loved exploring the local area. Wonderful walks with our wee @ both Ocean Beach & Pataua North & Pataua South Beach.The cottage was lovely & clean, light & sunny with everything we needed. Gorgeous sea views & we enjoyed dining on the front deck. My woofee also loved the secure fenced garden to play in. Many thanks Robyn & Peter - we will be back Kindest Bex & co ##### Eric J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emma F., Auckland 16 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous spot We had a great stay here. Lovely clean bach, everything you need. Beautiful swims over the road at high tide. Perfect for our dog too, fully fenced. Great area to explore. Local fish and chips were very good! ##### Emma F. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele L., Dunedin 18 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location Just what we were looking for, a great place to stay, great view from the porch, close to all the walking tracks and right on the waters edge. Easy communication. ##### Michele L. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen M. 13 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ideal spot for a holiday in the Whangārei area. We spent our last two nights here of our eight night road trip of Northland. It was so idyllic that we spent the second (and last) day staying local to McLeod Bay rather than going back to Whangārei township. This is a true bach with lots of little extras. Very peaceful and comfortable. Eateries close by. Stunning scenery. Would be a great place for families to holiday (we are an older couple). ##### Karen M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki W. 27 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Small but perfectly formed Perfect for a couple for a relaxed few days. Everything is there you need and the furniture is very comfortable. Deck is so lovely to sit on plus it would be very cosy in winter with blinds and a heater. ##### Vicki W. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris M. 13 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Laid back Kiwi bach Great place to relax and check out the sights around Whangarei Heads. Everything you need is here! Thanks Robyn. ##### Chris M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette K. 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming cottage in great location We had a lovely and restful stay in this wonderful cottage just across from the water. Everything was very well set up and communication was excellent. Slept very soundly due to quiet location and comfortable bed. Didnt use the sleepout but it looked nice. Appreciated that we could take our dog and that the property was fully fenced. ##### Annette K. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leah H. 20 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Beautiful location Loved the view. Very clean. Liked the decor and all the beachy touches. Robyn was great to deal with. I,d be keen to go back ##### Leah H. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie D. 24 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazballs Had a lovely weekend with my husband and dog at Robyn’s place. It has everything you need and is very clean with great views of the ocean. It has such a relaxing atmosphere I would highly recommend this place and hopefully can come back for a visit in the future. Thank you Robyn😬🙌 ##### Melanie D. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark C. 6 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful sunset and a beautiful kiwi bach. It's just a lovely location to relax and unwind. It is hard to beat sitting on the deck with fish n chips and a wine and enjoying that view. The place was great. We just turned up and put the wine in the fridge. We're already planning our next stay and can't wait! ##### Mark C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jayne A. 10 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A little slice of Paradise Robyn was very accommodating and easy to communicate with. Such a beautiful cute Bach with everything you need. The sunsets are incredible as you are directly opposite the beach. We all had an amazing weekend. Will definitely go back. ##### Jayne A. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David and Julie T., Porirua 12 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a cool little cottage We fell in love. It was just a great spot to be. Cafe 200m away for decent coffee. Nearby walks. Swimming right in front. But mostly we just sat on the verandah. Some eating options in Parua Bay about 5 mins drive. The Indian food there was brilliant. Also weirdly the bottle shop there was the best stocked we have ever seen - and the staff happy to point out all the local spirits! ##### David and Julie T. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brooke A., Sydney 17 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely awesome! Our family made up of 2 adults and 2 children under 7 years stayed here for the weekend and we absolutely LOVED it! Classic Kiwi bach with everything you need. The views were stunning and right across the road from the playground and beach for swims. We walked up to the Fish and Chip shop and to get icecreams. Great location in between all that Whangarei has to offer. Highly recommend. We'll be back again with friends as there is a bedroom inside the house and then sleepout for privacy. Heaps of seating at the front and back of property. Can't wait to go back! ##### Brooke A. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa C. 9 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Another amazing stay. We can't wait to come again. ##### Lisa C. Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy E. 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Such a wonderful plce to stay - cannot recommend enough.Brilliant hosts, facilities, spotlessly clean and a place to return to time and time again. ##### Tracy E. 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