Vacation rentals with a fireplace in Northland

Don’t want to said too much yet, but we will be back soon, very soon.😁😁

From the moment we arrived, the experience felt like an adventure. The long, scenic driveway set the tone, leading up to a charming vintage-style house on a vast, lush property surrounded by paddocks and trees. The location is incredibly private—perfect for a peaceful retreat in the Far North. A lovely walking track takes you to the lake, adding to the property’s charm. The house is spacious and well-equipped, featuring a powerful shower, a dishwasher, and a free-to-use washing machine and dryer. There’s also an outdoor BBQ, WiFi, and a TV with Sky, Netflix, Disney+, and more. The kitchen has everything you need, including a great oven and stove. The beds are comfortable, and the home has all the essentials for a relaxing stay. To top it off, the host is fantastic—always available if needed but respectful of privacy.

Kay's place was perfect for a couple of night's getaway. She was a very quick communicator and everything was as expected. She kindly left us freshly baked bread, as well as honey and apples from her property. The beds were very comfy and the whole place was well stocked and much more spacious than we expected. Kay's husband James sorted the pizza over for us and we cooked homemade pizzas. The property is private and secluded but just up a driveway from the road. Would highly recommend both the hosts and the property. Would happily stay again or suggest it to friends and family.

This house is beautifully situated right on the water - at high tide the water reaches the wall. The house is beautifully decorated and feels very homey. With a log fire, a separate granny flat and 3 other good sized bedrooms, we loved our stay here. Would definitely recommend.

This place will always hold a special place in our hearts - it’s where we decided to move to New Zealand. This was our second stay, and just like the first time, it was pure magic. The location is peaceful and private, with stunning views in every direction. The house is beautifully crafted and full of love - you can feel the care and intention in every corner. The fruit and vegetable garden is a dream. We loved picking fresh produce and enjoying it throughout our stay. On rainy days, the chimney adds the perfect cosy touch and makes the space feel extra special. Our host is incredibly warm and welcoming, with amazingly fast communication and a genuine kindness that makes you feel right at home. It’s the kind of place you never want to leave. We couldn’t recommend it more highly.

A wonderful place and great hosts. The pond right below the property is beautiful and the kids enjoyed running around and exploring. The place was specious, clean and perfect for our family stay. Thanks for a great experience, we'll definitely come back again if we'll be in the area.

Amazing property which was even better than it looked in the photos. Very well equipped with everything you need and communication with Emma was quick and easy. Pool, spa and outdoor fireplace were a big hit!

Sarah was great at communicating very understanding and made checking in and out a breeze even accomodating when we were not going to be checked out in time made it very stressfree for us. We had yummy eggs in the fridge when we got there and everything you could need for a weekend away. Thank you Sarah for making our stay very easy and stress-free. Would definitely recommend this place for your next stay in Whangarei :)

We love staying at the Gables Apartment . Beautiful location on the waterfront . Apartment is well appointed and very comfortable Perfect retreat to restore the soul Kelly is a wonderful host very helpful and accommodating

Wow! This is our family’s new favourite spot in Whangarei and actually our favourite air b n b to date. Toni was amazing, prompt replies to our messages and requests, very accommodating he allowed us an early check in as there was a storm happening at the time and we had our children with us. The place is stunning, warm and super homely. Absolutely perfect for a small family get away. Thanks Toni you will definately be seeing us again.

Incredible spot immersed in nature; we had an amazing stay!

This accomodation is full of personality and it is an interesting and enjoyable space to be in . While the Dairy Factory is an old building ,all the surfaces are freshly painted ,clean and well cared for. The fresh flowers and produce bring a welcoming touch .I will definitely recommend and will definitely return with the team I work with.Many thanks Sue

We had a 6 day family Christmas Holiday here and it couldn't have been nicer. Daniel and Angela met us when we arrived and explained the various systems such as pool, TV, internet, etc. They were available nearby in case we needed them (which turned out we did not), but did not intrude in our privacy. The actual facilities were even nicer than the photos and descriptions provided in the AirBnB listing. One of the special things about this home displayed was the care and art that the hosts have put into it. Everything is amazing. It is ultra-private and it seems as if you are alone in the forest overlooking a beautiful valley. The view from the upstairs master suite is awesome. Our two grandkids spent hours each day in this nice, clean, warm pool. The pool - patio area was well done and relaxing for lounging between swims. . I would HIGHLY recommend this property and hosts.

This is an amazing spot for family gatherings, the house is beautiful and large, with many spaces to gather or be private if you needed a minute. it's extremely well appointed with everything you could want. the kitchen is very well equipped. there's a separate dining, a large lounge, and the balcony has a large table to gather around the reserve and view of the bay. the town centre is walkable, with a gorgeous bushwalk up to flagstaff hill. Bernise was a wonderful host, sorted all our random questions and made us feel so welcome. you will be so happy you booked this place! don't hesitate.

We cannot say enough good things about this home. While the pictures are beautiful, they cannot truly convey the experience of this enchanting property. The views and the private beach are spectacular and the house itself is stunning and well appointed. The town itself is lovely, walkable and easily accessible via a short ferry. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay longer.

Immaculate presentation in a simply stunning location. Fantastic hosts and complete privacy and seclusion. Whangaroa is a hidden jewel, off the beaten track, with plenty of great activities close by. Highly recommend to stay and play at Kauri Hill.

Five adults and six children had a wonderful weekend in Mangawhai, using Carolynn's house as our base. There was plenty of space for everyone to find their own corner, both inside and out. The kitchen was big enough for several cooks to work in at once and the dining table was big enough for us to all sit around so mealtimes were a treat, not a chore. Amazing view to the east, including sunrise across water and moonscape sand dunes. The spa at the end of the day was a special treat for our family, as was the large TV screen in the lounge. We missed a few books and board games but everything else was in good supply. Thank you for a special long weekend with my family Carolynn.

A beautiful home that was well equipped for a busy Christmas Day with family. The outlook was simply breathtaking. We enjoyed the alfresco areas, playing pétanque and finding the tree swing. A simply beautiful retreat to relax and unwind.

Incredible location and home for a large group looking to spend time together. We were four adult couples and two toddlers. The space was perfect, having a bunk room and separate lounge for the little ones with enough bathrooms and privacy in different zones around the house. Direct beach access, quick walk to the local shop, cafe, playground and surfclub. Can't wait to come back!

My whole family had an amazing stay! The view is just amazing! We loved everything in the house from the kitchen, bedrooms, toilets, fireplace and of course the infinity pool and the pool table! Excellent communication with the host and we were allowed to check out late, so thats a big 👍👍👍. Will definitely go back!