Mangawhai Heads is a small, coastal town, less than 2 hours north of Auckland airport.
We have recently moved there from the South Island, and are so far loving the beaches (a whole coast full of them), the estuary and the friendly community.
You can play golf at one of 4 top NZ courses, surf or swim at one of the many beaches, spot wildlife (including a variety of birds), walk, bike or enjoy the cafes and nearby vineyards.
Our house is just a few minutes walk to the estuary in a quiet part of “the Heads”.
The Space
Modern home with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, open plan living and soon a sauna!!
Guest Access
There are stairs from the front door or garage to the main part of the house.
Notes
The internal stairs have open railings, so it is not suitable for young children.
Features
Fridge
WiFi
Bed sheets
Oven
Towels
Washer
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Microwave
Iron
Dishwasher
Smoke alarms
Workspace
Clothes dryer
Coffee machine
High Speed Internet
Garden / yard
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
BBQ
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Balcony
Fireplace
Toys
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Pool
Gym
Wheelchair accessible
Home cinema
Hot tub
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Standup paddleboard
Camping gear
Kayak
Sauna
Tennis court
Meat-free kitchen
Kosher home
Piano
Travel Styles
Long term
Weekend
Adventure
Family
Romantic
Sport and leisure
Foodie
Relaxing
Eco
Village
Beach
Water
Cycling
Golf
House Rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Unsuitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Smoke free
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
Mangawhai is a beach town, so most activities are outdoors:
- swimming
- surfing
- golf
- bird watching
- kayaking/ paddle boarding
There is also a small museum, art galleries and cafes/ restaurants.
Getting to my home
Most people fly into Auckland.
From there you can rent a car to drive north (approximately 2 hours to Mangawhai).
Nearest airport
Whangarei (50 mins drive).
Auckland (2 hours drive)
Getting Around
The nearest shops are approximately 2km away.
Map of Approximate Location
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3 bedroom house in a quiet location in Mangawhai Heads. Walk to the estuary, drive to one of 5 surf beaches or 4 top MZ golf courses. Close to cafes, vineyards, bush walks, coastal walks and bike trails.
Dolphins, and orca are regular visitors to the estuary and beaches. You might even spot a few stingray if you go snorkelling in the estuary.
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets from the deck or house or sunrise from the main beach (see photo).
The estuary is 6 km long, so plenty of room for kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkelling, swimming, or visiting the dune to see the birdlife.
Spacious, open plan house with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. In summer, the native pohutakawa tree is in full bloom.
The front deck faces north west, with views of the estuary.
The garden will be landscaped before winter 2026,.
Mike accompanied by spinner dolphins while training for Waka Ama.
The native kererū (wood pigeon) occasionally visits our back yard. There are also plenty of tūī, pūkeko, rosellas and kingfisher birds. At low tide, the estuary is a haven for doterril, spoonbills and other birds.
Sunset from the living room.
Front entrance.
Living room (photo to be updated).
The Mangawhai Heads coastal walks, part of the te Araroa Trail. You’ll discover stunning views, native bush and plenty of birdlife here.
The nearby Tanekaha track, with various options for bush walks.
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