Sub-Tropical Retreat | Sauna

Entire cabin in Taupō Bay, New Zealand

  1. 3 guests
  2. 1 bedroom
  3. 1 bed
  4. 1 bath
Hosted by Hari Bans
  1. Superhost
  2. 4 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Great location

Guests who stayed here in the past year loved the location.

Park for free

This is one of the few places in the area with free parking.
Relax in a handcrafted cabin nestled in lush gardens.
Enjoy a queen bed, cozy seating, a kitchenette, and warm timber interiors.
Relax and unwind in the infra-red sauna, add on a soul guided session, a massage or a private yoga session.
20 mins from Mangonui, 2 hrs to Cape Reinga.
Perfect for couples, creatives, or anyone seeking peace and reconnection. Also suitable for families, can easily sleep 2 adults and 2 children.

The space
Step into peace, natural beauty, and deep relaxation at our Sub Tropical Paradise Retreat.

Tucked away in a lush green oasis, this handcrafted wooden cabin invites you to unwind, restore, and reconnect — all while enjoying the healing warmth of a private infrared sauna (available on site).

🛏 The spacious cabin features:

A handcrafted queen-sized bed with luxurious linens

Comfortable seating area and kitchenette (mini fridge, kettle, and toaster)

Warm, natural timber interiors and soft ambient lighting

Wide glass doors opening to a sunny deck and gardens

Your stay also includes:

Beautiful outdoor and indoor spaces to walk, meditate, or simply breathe

Optional upgrade: book soul-guided sessions, massages, or plant-based meals (on request)

Located just 20 minutes' drive from the picturesque village of Mangonui and only a 2-hour drive to the Cape, you’ll feel completely immersed in nature — while still being close enough for local adventures.

Perfect for:

Couples' retreats

Solo getaways to nourish your spirit

Writers, healers, and creatives seeking inspiration

Families wanting to reconnect

Anyone craving stillness, greenery, and genuine connection

Let the lush gardens, warm wood, and peaceful energy of this space hold you.

Book your stay and gift yourself the sanctuary you deserve.

The space
The cabin comprises of one big space with a double bed, sofa bed and storage units. Outside on the deck are table and chairs, a barbecue and preparation table part of this area is covered with a roof and two sides are protected from rain by plastic screens. Outside the cabin there is a hot/cold shower and dish washing area and a separate space with a compost toilet, these are for your use only. There is a cable for internet access.

The property has three distinct areas thanks to the creeks and lush trees. You will have a third of the garden space and the cabin is discreetly hidden from our front paddock by drooping willows. There is a lovely calm energy on the land.

There is parking on site, either on gravel or nearer to the cabin on grass, with a 30 metre walk over the bridge to the accommodation. There is an infra-red sauna on site as well as a beautiful hexagonal structure used for yoga/treatments which will be available for use for a daily practice or for private treatments. We have a substantial vegetable garden so there may well be surplus food too.

Guest access
If you need to use a washing machine one is located in our home, the charge for usage is $2 per wash.

What this place offers

Ethernet connection
Free parking on premises
Shared sauna
Washing machine
Private patio or balcony
Unavailable: Carbon monoxide alarm

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Rated 4.95 out of 5 from 20 reviews.

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Taupō Bay, Northland, New Zealand

Meet your host

Superhost
28 reviews
4.89 out of 5 average rating
4 years of hosting
Born in the 70s
My work: Transform Coach
Kia ora, I'm Katy! I'm in the process of reclaiming my birth name, I'm still Hari Bans on all things official! I hold space for rest, reconnection, and soul renewal. Nature, stillness, and sacredness live at the heart of everything I offer. I can't wait to share this little slice of paradise with you.

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