Holiday houses in Ruawai-Matakohe

Dargaville Cottage Accommodation

Very spacious 2 bedroom cottage solely for guests use (opened Jan 2023) Open plan lounge, dining, kitchenette area Jug, toaster, microwave, toasted sandwich machine, electric frypan, fridge/freezer, air fryer, rice cooker. Bedding includes 2 x queen size beds ,2 x king single beds plus a rollaway bed.. Dargaville township 10-15 min walk. Suitable single, couples, family, business guests. next to a dairy 7 days and takeaways 5 days. Kai Iwi Lakes 20mins drive approx. Stay 1 night or longer.

Original 1920s Baylys Beach Bach (max 3 guests)

Our lovely 1920s Bach is a one-minute walk from the beach which is over 100kms long. With quirky character & few mod-cons this is a place to be away from the TV, rest up & enjoy stunning nature on the doorstep. We have kept as many original features as possible, so you get to experience a traditional Kiwi holiday - with a few added comforts. We are dog friendly - check the house rules. Fibre WIFI very efficient. BBQ available. Maximum guest number is 3 including children/infants/babies.

Luxury retreat with big sea views - The Black Shed

Welcome. This space has been thoughtfully curated for your comfort. You will feel relaxed as soon as you arrive and take in the sweeping views of the ocean with a stunning outlook to the Hen and Chicken islands and Sail Rock. Experience the beautiful craftsmanship throughout the space, American oak cabinetry, and a calming colour palette all work together in harmony with the rural, coastal setting. You’ll sleep well in the NZ made memory foam mattress complete with quality linen bedding.

Elegant | Central | Private | Mountain View

This special property is rich in history and character. Although centrally located, it is remarkably quiet and spacious, set well back from the road and surrounded by established gardens and mature trees. Accessed via a long private driveway with electric gates and a surrounding brick wall, the property showcases a beautifully preserved 1906 Villa homestead (your host's home), with the fully renovated Guesthouse sitting privately behind it and enjoying views toward Parihaka Mountain.

Maungatapere Cabin

Kick back and relax in this quiet, calm, stylish space. Self-contained and removed from the main house. Enjoy rural New Zealand at its best. No loud traffic noise, just hens quietly clucking, the occasional baa of sheep or a farm dog doing its work. Yet you're only 15 minutes from the city of Whangarei with its cafes and restaurants, the world-famous Hundertwasser Museum, the Clapham Clock Museum and the fantastic range of boutique shops and food outlets at the Town Basin.

Cabin with beautiful views

Take a break and enjoy the peace and beauty of the Waipu hills. The cabin is located well away from the main house with it's own carport. It has a kitchenette with fridge, hotplates, microwave and a small oven . The spacious deck is prefect for outdoor dining. Relax and enjoy the rural views or head out and explore the area. Waipu township just 10 mins away. Waipu Cove and Uretiti beaches 15-20 mins. Waipu Caves and Piroa Fall are definitely worth a visit too.

Modern & private, rural setting, super clean

At Airedale we offer a modern self contained cottage, with expansive views over the farm and surrounding rolling landscapes. A peaceful location our cottage has quality linen on queen size bed, white fluffy towels in a modern bathroom, tea, coffee, and fresh milk are provided. Enjoy being close to Kaipara landmarks and the luxury of returning to your own private retreat. Aircon/heat, WIFI, chromecast, washing available, fully kitted kitchen and amenities.

organic farm, beautiful setting on harbour.

We are only 75mins drive north of Auckland, 10 mins off the number one highway. The cottage is built from beautiful untreated hardwoods set in a tranquil private spot, nestled on the edge of a regenerating native forest. The cottage is only a 2min walk down to the beautiful Kaipara Harbour. Our place is part of a 25 year old 300 acre organic permaculture farm, which we were instrumental in setting up as a working farm and village style subdivision.

Rimu House studio

Fully self contained bright sunny unit suitable for 1 to two persons -full kitchen own bathroom shared laundry- unit attached to main house own access plenty parking space - lovely gardens to venture around- Tea coffee and milk are supplied - also shampoo and shower gel - handy to both the east and west coast beaches there is also a world renowned Kauri Museum 15 mins away - 10 minutes from two country towns with great eateries. Gateway to the North

Baylys Beach Beaut!

Modern, self-contained ground floor suite (bedroom and bathroom) with pleasant, private exterior area. Five-minute walk to the awe-inspiring Ripiro beach, the longest driving beach in NZ. Comfy queen bed, tea and coffee making facilities, continental breakfast, wi-fi, TV. Get takeaways from Sharkys up the road or Dargaville (a 10-minute drive). The perfect base for exploring this amazing area. Friendly hosts Gary & Yoko will ensure your privacy.

Grand Pavilion in an idyllic rural setting

Come and relax at the Pavilion! An idyllic rural setting with stunning views over the lakes and wildlife on the property! Located approximately 15 minutes from Dargaville and 10 minutes from Glinks Gully, this is the perfect base to explore the Poutu peninsula and wider Dargaville area. Alternatively you can just relax in the sunshine reading a book or just rest and re-energise! The pavilion is the perfect home away from home getaway.

Fairytale Treehouse

This gorgeous house is built right in the boughs of the trees reconnecting you with tales like the Lord of the Rings and the Magic Faraway Tree. Take an adventure into this dreamy dwelling that's nestled in its own private stand of native trees. This quiet getaway is not far from the city, and based on our secluded 28 acre property. Breakfast items are also provided for you to prepare at your leisure.