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AvoStay Cottage - peaceful orchard setting at Maungatapere

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Miscellaneous

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 570 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Maunu, Northland
  • Clarke Homestead
    8 min drive
  • Kiwi North: Museum
    9 min drive
  • Town Basin Marina
    16 min drive
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    29 min drive

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About the area

Maungatapere

Located in Maungatapere, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Clarke Homestead and Native Bird Recovery Centre. .This family-friendly cottage is 5.8 mi (9.4 km) from Kiwi North: Museum and 9 mi (14.5 km) from Botanica & Cafler Park.
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What's nearby

  • Hundertwasser Art Centre - 15 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Whangarei Art Museum - 15 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Reyburn House - 15 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Whangarei Quarry Gardens - 16 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 16 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Office Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jolt Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tui Crescent Takeaways . - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Whangarei Airport - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

AvoStay Cottage - peaceful orchard setting at Maungatapere

This sunny, warm cottage is situated in an avocado orchard a short drive from Whangarei city. It is surrounded by lush green fruit trees and native plantings, providing a quiet, relaxing environment away from the urban hustle. The self-contained cottage is modern and offers all the conveniences of a motel but with the added extras of peace and privacy. A large wooden deck runs the length of the cottage and overlooks a lawn and the orchard beyond. Kereru (wood pigeons) and tui regularly fly overhead from treetop to treetop and many other bird varieties can be seen among the trees. It's not uncommon to hear the call of the pukeko and to spot rabbits bouncing around the cottage.
AvoStay Cottage is situated about 2km from Maungatapere township which has a service station, convenience store, cafe, art gallery, hairdressers, massage salon, general hardware and post office. Guests can enjoy day trips to the Kauri forests near Dargaville or to the picturesque Bay of Islands and the region's many spectacular beaches and fishing spots.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Karen Clearwater

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 753 sq ft (70 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Portacots and bedding not supplied.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

AvoStay Cottage - peaceful orchard setting at Maungatapere Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rural retreat
Beautiful rural setting, quiet, private and a very comfortable modern cottage with everything we needed. Thanks Karen
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John Z., Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Really Excellent Stay
Really enjoyed everything about this stay - unit excellent - location excellent - hosts excellent - nothing bad to say - the best! - hope to be back
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Amazing place. Peaceful and quiet. Very clean and very well equipped. Hosts are very welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous hidden gem
Beautiful place to visit, you'll leave your problems behind in this avocado oasis. Was perfect for our 7 monther aswel, great big flat lawn. Comfy firm bird, kitchen had all the bits. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

NN J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful cottage
Lovely cottage in the middle of nature. Very friendly host
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A well-presented property in a semi-rural location
A great property, in lovely semi-rural location. It was well-worth booking a vacation there. Good value for money. Less than 15km to central Whangarei.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annika H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
A fantastic place to stay for a family, beautifully appointed and practical. We loved our time at Avo stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Haven
Lovely clean, fully equipped, new cottage. Warm home and comfortable beds, great water pressure in the shower. A destination in its self for anyone wanting a restful place to stay or only a short drive to Whangarei township. Great covered deck overlooking a charming developing garden space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim H., Champaign, IL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely quiet cottage
This lovely quiet cottage is very clean and well -appointed. It's off the beaten track, so you must take care and follow the hosts directions and signs, but that's also the wonderful charm of the place. I only gave it 4 stars for location just in case you wanted to be closer to the action, but then you wouldn't be looking at a farm property, right? Very friendly and communicative hosts rounded out a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penelope (Penny) T., Vancouver, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection in Whangarei
Beautiful quiet setting surrounded by greenery. Modern spacious cottage equipped with everything you might need. A short drive to the many attractions of Whangarei. Friendly hosts. One of the nicest places we’ve stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in orchard
We really enjoyed our stay in this cottage. Very clean surrounded with beautiful gardens. Wish we stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Escape
The most beautiful little cottage in picturesque surroundings. The cottage was clean, very well equipped and cosy. Great amenities. An exceptional peaceful and charming property set amongst an avocado orchard. The hosts, Karen and Grant are amazing people who make their guest feel at home. Our stay unfortunately clashed with cyclone Gabrielle and Karen and Grant could not have been more accommodating by letting us stay extra days and ensuring that we were safe and well. They supplied everything in a time of meed and we will be forever grateful for their kindness and friendship. A wonderful place to stay in the country but without being too far to Whangārei. A great find and we will return. Karen & Family
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret F., Victoria, B.C., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little hide-away!
We only stayed one night but it was perfect for us. Wonderful quiet location with beautiful sunset peaking through the orchard. Everything one would need for a stay…open plan, all modern amenities and topped off with a great deck outside. A perfect place to relax. Easy drive to town. I would highly recommend this cosy cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
Super communication & very helpful to suit our needs. Thank you so much
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fearn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful getaway
Gorgeous cottage in a beautiful spot, super peaceful with everything you need. We really enjoyed our weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne D.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 Star Cottage
Lovely spacious well equipped cottage in beautiful quiet setting only 15 minutes from Whangarei. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Kerikeri, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet and relaxing holiday stay
Very quiet and relaxing holiday stay being only 15 mins or so to the CBD. Property was very well equipped, modern fittings yet homely and clean with plenty of room too. Owners were very friendly and with good communication and flexible allowing us to change our dates without hassle due to the Auckland travel restrictions. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at Avo Cottage
It was easy to find, very clean and warm on a cold winters night. We really recommend this cottage it was lovely thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Anthony H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a great tidy relaxing spot
Would do it again..cant really say much more. Would have liked to spend more time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim & Anne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were impressed with the space & will return.
The location is totally rural, so no traffic noise. "great" ! The route to the property on highway '14' from Whangarei Was much better than the alternative on '15'.

10/10 Excellent

Leanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Avo. Stay
Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
We loved our weekend stay in this delightful clean and well maintained cottage set amongst a tranquil garden with avocado trees surrounding. Would definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable
It was perfect for our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Neica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean modern good location
Great place to stay

10/10 Excellent

Neica S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great