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The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, electric kettle
TV, DVD player, stereo
Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5.

The Little Cottage is an old but comfortable weatherboard house with polished floors set in amongst palms and succulents (no beach views). The lounge opens out onto a spacious deck, ideal for evening barbies and relaxing. It is not flash but everything works. We don't use it so you do need to be prepared to bring what you need. This type of accommodation is a step up from camping (and you are welcome to bring tents) but still pretty basic. You need to bring all bedding including sheets, blankets and pillows. Our housekeeper checks the house after you leave but you are expected to leave the house clean to get back your bond.
The cottage has two bedrooms (one with a queen and one with a set of bunks) so is ideal for four guests but there is also a space we call an alcove with a fold out single (WARNING: new but hard...) and we are happy for people to set up tents/bring mattresses. There is a charge of $20 pp per night for guest numbers above five people.
A short 2 minute walk down the road is Henderson Bay beach. Henderson Bay is a 5km long white sand beach with surf but also rocks and lagoons for families. This makes it an ideal family beach with a little bit of something for everyone.
The walk is 100m down a road then down a steepish sand dune track. This track is not easy for some!
A superb feature of Henderson Bay is its lack of beachfront houses (this house is the 3rd from the beach) or camping grounds which means accommodation here is pretty hard to get and keeps the beach relatively unpopulated in summer.
If fishing is your thing, this place is a paradise. Fish off the rocks/surf or launch your boat at Houhora or nearby Rarawa Beach.
Henderson Bay is 50 mins north of Kaitaia and is 20 minutes drive from the Pukenui shops which include a 4 Square shop, Bakery, Cafe/Takeaway and Liquor Store. Pukenui is also the home of the Houhora Fishing Club Restaurant and Bar. Opposite the store is the Pukenui Wharf, where you can use to put your boat in on the East Coast.
There are many places to see in the Far North.. Cape Reinga, Tapotupotu Bay, Spirits Bay or Te Paki Stream famous for its giant sand dunes.
It is a kiwi bach and not a motel so please don't expect flash or perfection (Warning: Shower isn't great-on low pressure!) but it is comfortable and a great place to relax and as owners we will do our best to make sure you have what you need for your getaway.

*Freeview now available.
Special conditions:
*Total occupancy is 5 best fit is 4. More than 5 by prior approval @ 20pp per night.
*50% non-refundable deposit to confirm booking.
*A cleaning bond will apply and be refunded when bach is left as found.
*All bedding needs to be brought.
*2 night minimum stay. 5 nights minimum during peak times.
*Conserve water. Short showers...
*No outside fires
*Smoking outside only.
*Pets allowed with prior approval and an extra charge of $10 per night will be added
*Strict adherence to the departure and arrival times please. (in at 4pm, out at 11am)

Extras: Refundable Bond (Required, NZ$100.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

Property manager

Rob and Mandy Pye

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: There is an additional nightly charge for pets.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Little Cottage...short Walk Beach House Henderson Bay
Little Cottage...short Walk Beach House
Little Cottage...short Walk Beach Henderson Bay
Little Cottage...short Walk Beach
The Little Short Walk To Beach
The Little Cottage...short Walk to Beach Houhora
The Little Cottage...short Walk to Beach Private vacation home
The Little Short Walk To Beach
The Little Cottage...short Walk to Beach Houhora
The Little Cottage...short Walk to Beach Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Henderson Bay, Kaitaia

What's nearby

  • Ninety Mile Beach - 37 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Tokerau Beach - 67 min drive - 76.2 km
  • Karikari Peninsula - 72 min drive - 76.1 km
  • Matai Bay Beach - 73 min drive - 84.3 km
  • Rangiputa Beach - 78 min drive - 80.4 km

Getting around

  • Kaitaia (KAT) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pukenui Pacific Bar & Cafe - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5. located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Te Paki Recreation Reserve, Gumdiggers Park, and Nga-Tapuwae-o-te-Mangai. Ninety Mile Beach is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) away.

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The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 177 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing spot with a great home that has everything you need!

2nd time staying here and we absolutely loved it once again. Mandy is amazing to communicate with and accomodating to all our needs. The house has everything you need but the location is the best part we absolutely love it and would come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heni T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Really enjoyed the cottage will be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sophie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely basic Bach by the beach

Simple but effective Bach which has no frills but excellent base for a lovely part of the country. Really nice garden and has pretty much everything you need as long as you bring along linen and towels. Beach nearby is lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mereana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

Everthing i needed for a quick visit back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage

We love staying up in the ffn, the cottage is an awesome base camp for exploring the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute little house

We loved the house. It is as described and a bit better. It is in need of an update to the plates and kitchen supplies but apart from that it was comfortable and peaceful. Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

anza w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great short stay!

Booked at the end of school holidays to spend time with the kids and they loved it. Cottage was clean and tidy. Short walk to a beautiful beach. Nice and quiet to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Shirylee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ocean Air

Beach lovely and close, gardens were tropical and the outdoor living area fantastic. Older style batch but totally functional and has all you need if you are just wanting to get away for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yoann F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

I think this bach is better than what it says in the description. It was very clean and big enough for a family of 4. No wifi but very good 4G reception. The nearby beach is stunning and great to play in the waves. Young kids can play in the safe rock pools. On a sunny day, we felt like cooking under the deck roof, it was too hot, but the shade under the palm trees was refreshing. The tropical garden is very beautiful. We loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday stay in paradise.

My sister and I were very happy with the little cottage. It was warm, secluded, safe. We have family in Pukenui and Ngataki. So it was very handy to both. The weather was up and down. It didn't dampen our stay in the least. Loved the place, would definitely book again in the future. Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fab location

We had a lovely stay. Excellent communication from the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great spot and awesome weather, proper kiwi bach kids loved it.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely short break

Great stay as always, thanks again! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernst T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Awsome stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely cherished every moment we had at the Little Cottage 💕 We were totally charmed by the property itself, the breathtaking bay and the local area. We cannot wait to return ✨
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Henderson Bay

Great stay and location. House was great. Simple and clran
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Northland retreat

Very clean tidy bach that had everything we needed. Loved the simplicity, tropical feel and access to awesome beach a few minutes walk away. It was a great base for a day trip to Cape Reinga. A fantastic place to stay, thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Very nice cabin to stay at. Comfy and quiet and would recommend it to anyone who wants a secret slice of paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice little cottage in a beautiful location

We really enjoyed our stay. House had everything we needed. Quick stroll to a beautiful beach. Definitely exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rory D., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Place to Stay

The best location, quiet, close to an amazing beach, a comfortable little cottage with everything you need to have an enjoyable stay. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Henderson Bay cottage

Awesome stay again , great location for our summer adventures..! We explored spirits bay, tapotupotu bay , Rarawa beach, 90 mile and of course Henderson Bay beautiful !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing little getaway spot

We had such a great weekend away, bach was awesome. Simple and well equipped with everything you need. Beach was amazing for swimming/snorkelling/fishing..even dolphins! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aik H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2024 summer vacation

Beautiful stay, perfect location. Would be great to have some insect screens so windows could be open in the cooler evening.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harriet O., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot by the bay

We had a wonderful time at the Little Cottage. Mandy was a great host, with great communication and clear instructions to help make everything a breeze. The Little Cottage was perfect and the walk to the beach just blissful!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter Desmond M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet little cottage

Everything was really good. TV dish haddit. Remove TV or replace dish. Very close to awesome beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023