Vacation rentals with a fireplace in Parua Bay

Ganeden Eco Retreat

Ganeden Eco Retreat is set overlooking valleys of native bush and pasture. Ganeden relies solely on solar power generation and is earth friendly. This retreat offers an experience in comfort & sustainability. You will be 5 to 15 km from some of NZ's great expansive white sandy beaches, stunning walks, cafes & outdoor pursuits. Your accommodation is half of the main house. It is completely closed off for your privacy with private access & outdoor deck. BBQ by request. Not suitable for children

Garden Hill Cottage, Maungatapere

Away from the hustle bustle, enjoy this quiet serene spot. The property is well off the highway and the neighbouring orchards screen us from traffic noise. The cottage is nestled between small avocado and mixed fruit orchards, with a view out to the small pond and post’n’rail fenced paddocks beyond. Last minute bookings are usually no problem - we respond quickly. Relax with the family (with up to 3 children) in this organic permaculture lifestyle block with animals that love being fed.

Tōtaravárre: Escape to Our Cozy, Off-Grid Cabin

🌿 Escape to our cozy, off-grid cabin—perfect for nature lovers seeking a simple, sustainable retreat. Reconnect with nature and rediscover the joys of living in harmony with mother earth (Papatūānuku). Unwind in front of the fire, enjoy a unique bush bath, and immerse yourself in serene surroundings. Relax with board games or Netflix on a rainy day. Located off the beaten track, our cabin requires a car but promises a peaceful getaway from city life. Ideal for autumn and winter getaways.

One Tree Point Beside Golf Course

A unique location situated next to the La-Pointe 9 Hole Golf Course, which you will have private access to! This stylish 4 bedroom home is perfect for a golfing or a chill-out weekend away. Great for families, groups of friends, couples, or if you're in the area for work. If golf isn't your thing, you can sit on the deck and take in the views of the golf course, play tennis on the La-Pointe tennis court just a 5 minute stroll away, walk to nearby cafe's or visit beautiful Ruakaka Beach.

Black Rock Holiday Home - Tutukaka

Modern cedar home in Dolphin Bay, Tutukaka with all the modern benefits including a separate self contained sleep out. Absolute water front with panoramic ocean views and access to the beach below for fishing, snorkeling, kayaking, exploring, or just sitting on the sand. Enjoy all day sun from the ocean facing decks and then retire to the courtyard in the evening for a BBQ while sitting in front of an open wood fire. Tutukaka's finest restaurants and bars only a 3 minute drive away

The Annex - self contained unit .

The Annex is on a small farmlet, 6 km south of Whangarei, with harbour views. It was a sleepout, built in the 1980's, separate, but next to the main house. It has two bedrooms. There is a double bed and two singles plus a day bed in the living area. The living/ dining area, has a wood fire. There is a small shower room and separate toilet. It is situated about 100 mtr off SH1, so there can be road noise. There are no streetlights and it can be very dark if you arrive after sundown.

Seaside Serenity in Parua Bay

This 3-bedroom home beckons with aquatic adventures - swim, fish, kayak, or SUP. Snapper fishing at high tide, and sunset BBQs, watching Herons, Spoonbills, Kingfishers and Oystercatchers, amid ebbing tides. Whangarei Heads offers golf, scenic trails, and a stroll to Parua Bay's conveniences: cafes, takeaways, liquor store, supermarket, beauty shop, gas station, and gym. The Parua Bay Tavern and boat ramp are a 5-minute drive away, granting easy access to coastal pleasures.

Kelly’s Cottage by the Sea

This newly updated family cottage at Urquharts Bay is perfectly located to take full advantage of everything that stunning Whangarei Heads has to offer. Swimming in the bay or at nearby Ocean Beach; fishing from your boat or the fishing jetty; kayaking in the bay, with scenic walks and longer tramps right at your front door. The entire living space and main bedrooms have stunning views of Urquharts Bay. Relax with the whole family at this peaceful beach cottage retreat.

Staffa Bay Iconic 70's Treehouse

Perched above Staffa Bay on the stunning Tutukaka Coast, this 1970s Warwick Lee–designed home is a true Kiwi bach — full of character, cosy, and surrounded by native bush with sweeping views over Woolleys Bay. Nestled among nikau palms and birdlife, this peaceful treehouse-style retreat offers direct beach access via a private track (just 25 metres from the house to the sand). The magical Whale Bay Reserve is also just a 5-minute walk away.