29 Manuka Drive, 3691 Whangamata, New Zealand
#1 of 21 hotels in Whangamata
Guests' ChoiceBased on 46 hotel reviews
9.8Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.8
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Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Garry
AustraliaNothing.
Peaceful and private. Great outlook, rural and sea views over town combined. Very roomy and good ventilation throughout. Unit well appointed with modern furnishings. Hosts excellent.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Kathryn
United KingdomThere is only a bedside table and light on one side of the bed. No wardrobe or chest of drawers – we were only there for 2 nights so didn’t really mind but the lack might be annoying for a longer stay
The cottage has lovely views out over Whangamata. The bed is very comfortable and the shower, which is huge, is excellent. The kitchenette is well equipped. Friendly welcome and local information from Tineke and she gave us some feijoas to try. It would take about 40 minutes to walk down into Whangamata but it’s an easy 5-10 minute drive. The location is very peaceful and the cottage is surrounded by trees and shrubs with lots of birdlife. Several times a tui perched right outside the French windows and sang beautifully. It was lovely to sit outside on the deck.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Gordon
CanadaNothing
Clean, excellent view, host very accommodating. Everything you need for light cooking is available.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Gail
New ZealandEverything!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Roderick
NetherlandsNothing!
The view was amazing, and the hosts were absolutely brilliant.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Lee
United StatesEverything was flawless.
Beautiful, immaculately prepared property. Large patio with panoramic views of city and sea below. Wonderful sunrises to start the day. Tineke was the perfect hostess, warmly welcoming us upon arrival to even sharing crystal glasses later for our afternoon cocktail!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 February 2024
Lauren
AustraliaStunning view and vibe for restful trip. Everything was super clean and comfortable.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Anne
United KingdomPeaceful with good views. Very clean and comfortable. Good self catering facilities for a relaxing couples break.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 9 February 2024
Heidi
United StatesThis place was wonderful. The location was perfect, the cottage was adorable and spotless, the view was breathtaking, and the owners were just wonderful. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. The picture I included was the sunrise view from the cottage.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 January 2024
Alan
United KingdomThere was nothing not to like.
Comfortable accommodation with friendly hosts and a great view.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Jan
NorwayClean and delicate, with a beautiful view.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 13 January 2024
Andrew
United KingdomLovely little hideaway overlooking Whangamata, with everything you need.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 9 January 2024
Shayne
New ZealandCould not fault anything. Perfect.
Absolutely amazing location. Great views over the township. Amazing hosts very friendly and went out of their way to ensure everything was perfect. I would highly recommend the stay and location. Very quiet, private and comfortable. They made sure we had everything we needed and accommodated some small requests prior to arriving.... 10/10. We intend to return again!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 26 December 2023
Ulrike
GermanyVery nice apartment with everything you need. Tineke and Ian are very friendly hosts. The view over Whangamata is amazing and breathtaking. We watched the sunrise every morning.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 1 December 2023
Svenja
Germany-
- best view ever! We had breakfast every day on the deck (you could also watch the sunrise earlier) - the cottage is a wonderful place, we really enjoyed our holiday here - everything you need is there. Kitchen well equipped for a quick lunch etc, very comfy bed and perfect/helpful hosts
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
May
AustraliaCould have had microwave dishes and a salad bowl
The unit was lovely well laid out and very clean
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Rose
New ZealandFantastic place to stay,great property and hosts.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Charny
New ZealandAmazing views and privacy
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 27 October 2023
Tom
United KingdomN/A
Cannot fault this property, was clean, friendly owners, easy check in and good location. Would highly recommend!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 11 October 2023
Gary
New ZealandVery friendly hosts, incredible views from The Cottage, very clean, really comfortable and had everything you could possibly need for a few days away. Feels like you’re staying rurally, yet it’s less than 5 mins away from the Whangamata township. Highly recommended and we’ll be back again
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
Rae
New ZealandBeautifully presented with superb views and friendly hosts.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Michelle
New ZealandGreat hosts Great views Cozy, quiet and homely
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 15 May 2023
Anna
New Zealandjust the period of my stay - it was way too short
I came alone to enjoy my me-time and didn't except much as I just wanted to relax. But what I got really exceeded my expectations. Tineke and Ian are lovely hosts. Their place is more that neat, the bed is super comfy. The view from the deck is spectacular and also a short walk uphill for almost 360C view. In addition, the weather was sunny and I couldn't help staying on the beach more than I planned.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 28 April 2023
Karen
AustraliaThe property has amazing views, is tastefully decorated, super clean with everything you need. The owners were very easy to communicate with and super friendly. We loved our stay and wish we could of stayed longer. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed in April 2023
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