Family-friendly holiday rentals in Kaipara Harbour

Sea View cabin 8min, walk to beach

This is a 1 bedroom cabin with a queen. Duvet and pillows. There is also a pullout sofa bed. It is a place to get away from the hustle and bustle. It is run on gas and solar power. There is no TV or microwave. Leave behind your hair dryer and hair straighteners and enjoy the privacy, peace and view. There is a BBQ available. Linen can be provided for a fee. 1st 2 guests are $100 per night then $10 per head per night after that. We are happy to provide a tent for kids to sleep in out on the lawn.

Dreamlands Cottage + Woodfired Sauna…

Wake up surrounded by native bush, a peaceful valley at the base of the protected Waitākere Ranges. From the comfort of your bed, take in the view through beautifully crafted timber-framed windows and watch the landscape slowly come to life. Listen to native birds calling through the forest while soft morning light filters through the trees. Whether you’re sipping coffee on the deck, or simply soaking in the quiet, Dreamlands Cottage invites you to slow down and escape from the everyday hustle

Soak watching the sun set at Coastal Acres Escape.

Feel your worries slip away as you journey through rolling green pastures to Coastal Acres Escape. Just 1.5 hours from the CBD and you’ve arrived. Pause for a moment. Take in a deep breath of sea air. You are standing on the deck. The Tasman sea stretches out below you between towering dune cliffs. The sun is getting low, casting a warm glow over the surrounding pastures. There is no one around. Just you and the horizon. Take a sip. Fire up the bbq. Enjoy dinner with the best view in the world.

The Stables Cottage - North West Auckland

The Stables is a quaint country rural cottage set amongst rolling green hills, this fully self contained rustic cottage is beautifully appointed and sleeps up to 4 adults or 2 couples in 2 bedrooms. The cottage sits in the gardens of the owners farmhouse yet you are in complete privacy of all, on this working beef farm. Its location is central to many wedding venues & vineyards and only 45 minutes from Auckland's CBD, making this a perfect location for wedding accomodation or a country escape.

Kapia Lodge - Luxury waterfront

Kapia Lodge is perched on the edge of the cliffs at Pouto, offering breathtaking views of Kaipara Harbour. Secluded and private, it's the perfect retreat for a romantic getaway. Unwind, relax, and immerse yourself in the peaceful serenity of Kaipara. Curl up with a book, enjoy a board game, or lounge on the deck, soaking up the sun and stunning surroundings. As night falls, recline in the hot tub with a glass of wine, stargaze, or drift off to sleep as the moonlight dances over the harbour.

Piha House with Breathtaking Views

Feel on top of the world at this modern holiday home with breathtaking views North to Piha Beach and Lion Rock. Surrounded by native forest, high on the Te Ahuahu ridge-line you can relax in an environment of modern design, sun-soaked decks, and tranquility that will quiet even the busiest of minds. Located close to Piha Beach (5min drive) and Karekare Beach (8min drive). The popular and scenic Mercer Bay Loop track is also located just at the end of the road for wilderness explorer’s.

Tiny Home near Mangawhai (King Size bed & Hot Tub)

Enjoy a cozy wimter escape to our bright, open-plan tiny home, with heated spa pool for your exclusive use. Only 60 minutes from Albany, you'll be positioned in the perfect location to discover spectacular walks and beaches, with restaurants, famous Saturday markets and award winning golf courses only a few minutes drive away. Once your day of adventuring is through, enjoy tucking into your goodies and a relaxing soak in the hot tub followed by a great sleep in the king size bed.

Omakana Cottage with Farm Views & Cedar Hot Tub

Cozy and private cottage with sweeping farm views and a wood-burning cedar outdoor spa - perfect for relaxing under the stars. Enjoy open-plan living, a comfy sofa, a well-equipped kitchen, a king size bed and panoramic windows. Wake up to sunrise views, stroll the property, or visit nearby beaches and the Matakana Farmers' Market. Ideal for a romantic getaway or peaceful escape. Just a short drive away is the charming village of Matakana & beautiful Omaha Beach.

The Bus Depot.

The Bus Depot is a rustic retreat overlooking the beautiful firth of Thames. A beautifully restored 1979 Bedford bus which has all the modern comforts but still retains original features of the bus, this area has sleeping for two along with kitchen area, fridge, gas stove and a dining area on the covered deck. From the daybed to the loft space or going for a walk on the farm or just sitting in front of the fire you can enjoy the views at this outstanding location.

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.

- Tatahi - Piha Hideaway

Majestically positioned on the ridge with uncompromising panoramic views across the Karekare valley and out to sea, is T A T A H I- Piha Hideaway. This spacious family home has 4 bedrooms (3 queen beds and 2 singles) and 3 bathrooms, spread out over four levels. Tatahi, meaning Beach in Maori, is suited for those wanting a quiet private retreat. It is perfect for a romantic weekend away, a girls weekend, a business retreat or a family holiday home.

Relax on the Kaipara Harbour

A lovely fully equipped modern cottage in a rural setting on the beautiful Kaipara Harbour (only 90 mins north of Auckland). Peaceful and private, you can lounge on the bean bags on the deck, or watch the tui as you soak in the bath. Native bush runs down to an estuary outside your floor to ceiling windows. Sheep, dogs, ducks and birdlife share the property with you as well as the occassional peacock harem.