I'm writing this review sitting up in the treehouse listening to the birds while Kelsey plays on the swing - that makes us sound like kids! I guess in a way staying here does that to you, taking me back to memories of building huts and climbing trees. A very special experience. Highly recommend this over any other 'glamping' option. If you're wanting some peace and quiet try this very unique place. Thank you Baz. Hope to stay again soon.

We had the most amazing stay at the treehouse! fantastic spot and such a great overall experience. Would love to go back and I have already been recommending this to my friends. Amazing value for money! We'll be back thanks baz

What an incredible find! The perfect place for a relaxing retreat back to the simple life. Super cosy and compact, Baz has built the ultimate hideaway. We can't wait to be back!

Thanks for being a super host Baz. We had an amazing stay and loved every minute. So unique and special. Will be recommending it to all our friends who fancy some time out from the city. Best wishes Gráinne and Aidan

Such an awesome place and a nice break from technology! The treehouse was unique from anywhere we've ever stayed before. It was incredibly crafted and super cosy. Baz is a great host too :)

A totally unique experience. Loved our stay and fell in love with the tree house. The host is awesome and we will be back for sure.

This was one of our most relaxed trips. We loved everything about it. Baz put a lot of thought into every single detail. Just loved listening to all the bird sounds. Couldn't have asked for anything better. Thanks for being such a great host!

The tree house is spectacular and a must see! The craftsmanship and attention to detail were impeccable. Can't believe it was handcrafted. Baz is a Super host! One of the most memorable B&Bs you could possibly have. We definitely recommend you also take some time to chat with Baz. He's is genuinely so nice and is very interesting to listen to.

Great location and house! Lovely hosts, house close to the beach and cafe's and restaurants. Really nice place to stay and breakfast the next morning was lovely! Thank you for having us!

Spectacular views, spacious layout, very clean. Woke up to the sound of the sea....I want to go back!

This was our first time using Airbnb as guests and it didn't disappoint. Helen and Geoff's place was perfect. It was spotlessly clean, peaceful, comfortable and everything you might need (and more!) was provided. The breakfast was delicious (cereals, toast, spreads, yoghurt, orange juice, hot drinks, biscuits) and easily lasted both mornings of our stay. The location is perfect for easy car access to Goat Island and Matakana township. It's in a really beautiful part of the country and we loved waking up to sunshine and sea views, as well as enjoying the private outside space overlooking the sea in the evening. Geoff was even kind enough to drop us at our wedding venue on the first evening. Nothing was too much trouble for Helen or Geoff and they really made our stay one to remember. Thank you!

By far, our favorite Airbnb we have stayed in. Beautiful and quiet location overlooking the ocean. Wish it could have been a longer stay. High quality, clean and overall perfect. Thank you!

A private & peaceful bnb which was just wanted we wanted on this occasion.

A wonderful place with stunning views out towards Little and Great Barrier Islands. Great cliff walk just at the end of the road. Handy to harbour and Leigh Marine Reserve and the iconic Sawmill Cafe and Pub. Well set up unit with lovely bath and shower. Provided Continental breakfast is a welcome start to the day. Warm and sunny and well appointed. Thoroughly recommend Helen's place.

Beautiful views, very clean and well stocked with cutlery and the like. Lovely continental breakfast.

Very nice region, extremely clean and really confortable place.

We enjoyed to stay at their house. It's very lovely and clean. The bathroom was also perfect. The host was friendly and welcoming. Thank you.

My host was really awesome. John and even SunSun are great guys. He was all the time there for me. Room is great, I almost didn't wake up. Highly recommend. ;)

Nice place, easy to find by GPS, Michelle is friendly and happy to provide travel advice. Bed is big and comfortable, bathroom just opposite the room. All Clean. The dog there is friendly too.

This place is amazing! We hung out with John (co-host) and his dog Sunsun and really enjoyed it. John is super nice and even invited us to dinner - very delicious! Our room was good, clean and cozy! Bathroom was also very good! So dont hesitate - if you are nearby, stay here! ;-)

Michelle was very accommodating and friendly. In addition to this, both sunsun and John were good company and made us feel welcome. Really good stay at a cheap price. Would recommend.

Michelle's place is nice and tidy. All important things are provided. I would recommend to stay there.

Nice room with your own bathroom in a very modern house, huge deck, good kitchen. Communication with Michelle was perfect. Unfortunately we didn't meet in person as she wasn't in Mangawhai Heads during my stay, but I had a great time with John and his friendly dog SunSun. A car is necessary to get there and also if you want to get around a little in the area which is really beautiful. Absolutely recommend to anyone who wants to enjoy a few days of beaches and small-town cosiness.

This clean and comfortable space was in a beautiful area near the beach and we had a wonderful time during our stay. I would definitely recommend it to anyone!

Clean comfortable accommodation. Couldn't wish for more. Great friendly host. Great walking tracks and beaches in the close vicinity. Will definitely visit again.

Awesome stay! This accommodation is fantastic - the cleanliness, the location and all top quality! Fabulous host Sharon is so friendly and helpful, absolutely nothing to fault! I will definitely be recommending to friends!

very nice and comfortable bedroom and the ideal place to rest. Thank you!!!

Emma is a lovely host and her place is truly an escape to the country. The proximity to warkworth and matakana is really convenient if you want to spend the morning in the saturday market, or catch a movie after dinner one night. I can imagine the closeness to the beach is really nice in summer too. The place itself is very homey and a light modern design. When it rained it was great to snuggle up on the big bed and when in was sunny we sat in the garden and ate our brekkie. We didn't get the chance for a garden walk but definitely will explore more outside in the gorgeous garden next time. Making food was very easy too as Emma's place is so well kitted out. We wanted for nothing. Will definitely recommend this place for any couples in the city who just want to escape for the weekend. Thanks for the wonderful stay Emma!

Great private spot, a short drive or walk from central Matakana with its excellent dining. Would highly recommend for a couple spending a night in the Matakana area.

Beautiful space for one night. Liz was great to deal with and provided a lovely breakfast :)

The room was really pretty and the views were stunning. Windows are double glazed but there's a fan and heater provided in case. At night, if you leave the blinds open, you'll see the moon cast its light over the fields. and in the morning, you'll wake up to the lush of green rolling hills and landscapes with grazing cows. There's a small fridge, toaster and kettle for you and breakfast was provided. The place is in proximity with the Matakana Village. Liz has been really welcoming and hospitable. I would recommend this place for anyone who'd like to explore the Matakana area. :)

A beautiful room with an exceptional rural view. We were welcomed and had a smooth arrival and enjoyed exploring the area. Breakfast was excellent. Would recommend and return ourselves.

The property is beautifully and privately located so close to all amenities. We loved out stay plus all the little extras to make the room comfortable. It was nice to be detached from the main dwelling with our own entrance.

Lovely accommodation !!! Great views really nice thank you for being accommodating :)

Staying here was an absolute pleasure. Both the room and the view are stunning. We had croissants delivered to us for breakfast which was delicious! Liz is a wonderful host and had some great recommendations for places to eat locally. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

10/10! Liz is a wonderful host and this place is definitely value for money. Location is amazing - not far from town, but still very private. Generous space with stunning views and everything is modern and clean. The unexpected items were awesome - shower gel, beach towels, key-less entry, milk & condiments, coffee plunger, kitchenette, yoghurt, chocolates, chips, fresh fruit, muesli, coffee/tea, and best of all - warm croissants delivered in the morning!! We felt very spoilt. Not to mention the Sheridan bedding & towels - better than a 5 star hotel. We had such a comfy sleep. Liz has literally thought of everything! We would definitely recommend this place and stay again. Loved every minute of our stay! Thank you so much. #blessed!

A great choice for peace and quiet in a rural setting but still near to stunning beaches and great restaurants. Thank you to Bruce and Vania for your excellent communication, attention to detail but still allowing us the privacy we desired. A lovely comfortable cottage.

Great location away from crowds, fabulous hosts - always available but not in our space, gorgeous cottage. We'll be back

Really enjoyed our stay here! Cottage had everything we needed, was extremely quiet and had a beautiful outdoor area. Short drive to beaches and town. Would happily stay again!

Lovely, cute cottage, attractively furnished and set in a very peaceful location, a short drive to all of Mangawhai's attractions. Bruce and Vania were available without being intrusive. Enjoyed a very restful and private stay. Thanks

10/10. Great location...very private...nice and tidy.

This place is very quiet and secluded within beautiful woodland gardens. The accommodation is a high standard well equipped and very tastefully decorated with everything you need for a great stay. Good parking for your car ( essential to get the best out of your stay ) comfy double bed. Bruce is a lovely host and respects your privacy but is around if you need him.

AWSOME SETTING VERY CLEAN LOVELY QUIET COTTAGE , good idea to arrive in daylight as quite tricky to find in dark .... Butt !! a stunning surprise in the morning to wake up in such a beautiful place great hosts highly recommend x

Secluded, comfortable cottage nestled among the trees. Lovely and quiet, a short drive in to Mangawhai. You're one of a few other cottages on the property but still very private.

Charming, cozy studio. Mary-Anne and David have thought of everything! Walking distance to a few things otherwise a very short drive to stores and beach. Hard to leave. Thank you!

We had a wonderful stay here. Extremely comfortable and spacious room, comfy bed, very well-equipped with everything we needed. Great breakfast supplies. Highly recommended!

Had a wonderful time staying with Mary-Anne and David, they were brilliant hosts. The place was serene and absolutely beautiful. We loved the seaside decor! Would definitely recommend for future travellers.

We had a lovely stay in Mangawhai. Mary-Anne had thought of everything down to the smallest detail. Lovely continental breakfast and complimentary wine provided. Great location. She was even kind enough to extend our check out so we could watch the All Blacks game. We will definitely be back :)

We felt welcome from the moment we arrived. The room is beautifully decorated, clean and private with everything we could need included. Lots of attention placed in the details from the freshly cut lavendars to the complimentary breakfast with homemade quince. Thank you!

We absolutely loved our stay at Mangawhai. The room was immaculate. Mary - Anne's thought of every single detail from amenities to set up. The breakfast was beautiful. Thank you so much.

My partner and I enjoyed our stay at Mary-Anne & David's place. The unit is private, comfortable, has all that you may need. The hosts are very hospitable.

Perfect seaside retreat, beautifully decorated with shells and other lovely seaside trinkets and art. Very homely and had everything you could need and more, fantastic friendly welcoming hosts too, would definetly recomend for a nice quiet seaside escape

I am sure their place would have been all they claimed it was. But because of a threatened cyclone on the day I was booked in to start my two days there, I cancelled my booking. Ali has been very good about reimbursing me the cost of my proposed stay. John

Das Haus liegt idyllisch inmitten der Natur und ist einfach perfekt um mal so richtig abzuschalten. Das Haus ist mit liebe dekoriert und eingerichtet, eine richtige Wohlfühloase. Carla und Alistar sind unglaublich herzliche, nette und offene Menschen. Sehr aufmerksam, hilfsbereit und möchten das man sich umbedingt wohl fühlt und geben sich Mühe. Ich würde jederzeit wieder diese Cottage buchen wenn ich wieder einmal das Vergnügen habe nach Neuseeland zu kommen :)

Great place to stay. Loved being in amongst the greenery.

This was the nicest cottage we've been to. If you're looking for a secluded cabin / cottage experience in scenic surroundings, this is it! All amenities, very comfortable, with a nice fireplace. Crazy night sky star views. Super friendly owners and a very smooth experience. Too bad we could only stay one night before flying out of NZ, will be very excited to come back for longer next time we're around!

The cutest wee cottage for a relaxing getaway. The fireplace makes the place very warm and cosy ! Carla and Ali were amazing hosts delivering us fire wood and even cooking our roast in their oven. We will be back!

This is a great place to go to get away from everything, the accommodation is warm and clean.

We had a fantastic time. Nights in front of the fire. Chickens came to visit in the morning. Quiet and peaceful. Alistar took great care of us. Thanks!

Great location and cottage for those wanting some peace and quiet.

Very nice and clean with a very relaxing setting

The house is very well presented, was very private with a great atmosphere Didn't get to use the outdoor entertaining area as our visit was too short but looked to have everything you would want. Would definitely stay again.

Highly recommend. Great place!

This place is fantastic! Plenty of room for a family of 5. Well located, nice quiet surroundings. Host was brilliant and great to deal with! Highly recommend!

Great place! Lovely little private spot but walkable to everything you'd want. Outdoor bath really made the trip and the tea and coffee was a lovely touch! Also a microwave which we didn't expect. Host was very respectful and friendly. Would visit again for longer!

great place to stay! Want to go back sometime soon!

A must try, great location peaceful and so close to great food and wine

We enjoyed staying with Terrence. He was easy to communicate with and made us feel welcome. We loved the outdoor shower and property was perfect for our overnight stay. We would be happy to stay here again.

We stayed here for a concert at the tavern, close to shops and tavern. Cute little room clean and tidy and nicely decorated. Has all the basic necessities and Terrence was a great host! An easy checkin process, we would deifnately stay again

A fantastic cabin and very centrally located in Mangawhai Village. Highly recommended.

Great spot, close to the Tavern Pub which does amazing food

Amazing little Kiwi hide away, perfect for a couple's weekend away. Very clean and private, the outdoor bath and shower was great fun, even in winter. Would definitely come again.

Great hosts

We felt very welcomed and comfortable and Helen and Ian's generosity with extra details like tea, cake and a wine and beer in the evening made the stay extra good. We enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub. The breakfast was 5 star.

Helen knows how to make people feel welcome and comfortable. Her house is immaculate and her breakfast is outstanding 10/10.

Very welcoming hosts, very comfortable home, lovely spa pool under the stars,great location in the heart of Matakana village, five minute walk to shops and restaurants and a big cooked breakfast to kick start your day with.

Our stay at Helen and Ian's was wonderful, super comfortable, super clean, quiet and the most delicious breakfasts! Helen and Ian were always friendly and approachable. Our communication with them before, during and after our stay was clear and easy. We would definitely stay there again. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the lovely town of Matakana!

Best airbnb we have ever stayed at! Very comfortable, great hosts who go above and beyond and amazing breakfast... highly recommend:)

This is easily the best AirBnB we've stayed in. Helen is welcoming and the breakfast alone is worth coming for!

Helen was awesome - we had an emergency and had to leave before our stay, and Helen was very understanding

很高兴与Ross夫妇度过一段美好的时光,他们非常地热情好客。这个房子非常适合乡村生活,我们都很喜欢。

The most beautiful and secluded place with fantastic views! The piggies and the dog and the cat and the hen were amazing! Ross is a fantastic host, made us lovely breakfast and he has a wealth of knowledge and experience! Will definitely come back for a longer stay and deeply regret that I stayed only for one night... Can't wait to go back!

Ross is a fantastic host who is wonderful with children. The place was very comfortable. The swing, dogs and pigs were all enjoyed by the kids. We had a great stay.

Hosts were so friendly, the hostel was clean and above all breakfast was excellent

Come here to be in a house in a farmland. They have some beautiful piggies roaming around in the garden and the fields. Share some time with Ross discussing about life. Don't be afraid of the cat and the dog they are lovely too.

Ross's place is a wonderful countryside stop. We enjoyed meeting the pigs and he made us a lovely breakfast that we ate with a view. Enjoyed our time there and we would stay again!

Truly in the middle of nowhere and surrounded by endless idyllic farmland, we had the most peaceful, enchanting stay. Loved the piggies and chickens running around (try and pick them up!) and played fetch for hours with the dog. Ross was very kind and lovely--he was an excellent and involved host, had great conversation and dinners with him, and not to mention he makes delicious ice cream and the best breakfasts in the world!! Cannot recommend enough a stay here, you'll find yourself wishing to have your own farm and secluded getaway.

Second time I came here, I spent a great time again. Ross is very welcoming and friendly...his breakfast is yummy as well. The house is in the middle of the new-zealander land and very quiet. You could feed the pigs in the morning ;) I recommend it again! I hope I'll be back! Thank you Ross, you're amazing!!!

Great place

Terry's place is fantastic! We had a great stay. Terry is a great host. We absolutely loved it and couldn't recommend her place more.. Great Chill zone.

Fantastic loft with well equipped kitchen, great shower and comfy bed. Terry is a great host and left a few treats and local produce items for me to enjoy as well as the heater running so it was warm and cozy for my arrival. One note to future guests - there is NO cell phone coverage on the farm and wifi is touch and go, so be prepared for isolation (which sometimes can be a good thing). Great value for money and a lovely place to retreat to.

The Red Loft was great, super cozy and it made us feel at home instantly! We stayed just the one night but wish we could have stayed longer. There was everything one could possibly need, and in such beautiful surroundings! Terry and Graeme were great hosts, super friendly and welcoming. We'd highly recommend their lovely loft!

Terry and Graeme are quite possibly the friendliest, most welcoming and most generous people we have met in New Zealand - and that’s saying a lot! Communication with Terry was excellent, the directions were clear and easy, and the loft itself, so much more than we could have hoped for. The photos are just a small preview of what you will find - a fantastically well-equipped kitchen, lovely double bed, comfy sofa and nice TV with lots of channels, a spotless bathroom (like new), a huge cupboard space for storage, a small balcony each end of the loft, books, games, speakers with a great selection of music, and glorious views of the countryside from every window. Another thing hard to tell from the photos is how wonderfully luminous it is, this was probably our favourite part. The area is beautifully peaceful and just a short drive from Matakana market which is definitely worth a visit. Throughout our stay, Terry provided us with free range eggs from her team of chickens and even let us check out late as the following night was free. All in all, a superb experience, thank you so much!

Terry's place is just great, it is clean, homely and has such a welcoming feel with all the comforts of a warm home. Terry is a great host and immediately makes you feel very welcome, would highly recommend :)

Very much recommend to stay at , very warm and welcoming hosts

Fabulous place for a holiday up north. Wonderful hosts, great location, & everything in the loft was just great. We feel very lucky to have stayed here.

Jenny was amazing! She looked after the big things and considered the little things. It was the best place that we have stayed in the region and we will definitely be back. Thanks Jenny!

The best air Bnb ever!!!

We had an amazing stay at Jenny's B&B. Jenny is a delightful person, and was very warm and welcoming. In addition to this, the room was immaculate, the views and setting is great and the room is very well supplied with everything you would ever need. Jenny has clearly put a lot of effort into making her B&D as good as can be and great value for money. We will be back again for sure. Highly recommended.

Well what can I say!? Our stay at Jenny’s place was SUPERB! She has literally thought of everything! The place is super organised and equipped way beyond what we ever expected! It was clean, and tidy and just felt so homely! You are surrounded by beautiful countryside, a stunning view, funny chickens, beautiful bird sound - you name it this place has it. Perfect for the long weekend getaway that we both so needed! Jenny was wonderful - she made sure the room had everything we needed, even dropping off fresh eggs, bread and yoghurt each morning and giving us great tips on what to do in the local area! I couldn’t recommended this place more. We felt totally at home and came away so relaxed - my only regret was not being able to stay longer! Thanks so much for your hospitality Jenny! x

Jenny is a perfect host. Everything was great, from the very well/clean/cosy/lovely guesthouse until the beautiful breakfast (fresh eggs, delicious homemade marmelade and muesli). We felt like home. Jenny is really nice, we had a good chat and she prepared everything for us to feel very well. Well done! Thank you again :)

We had a wonderful time at Patoka. Jenny has gone to great lengths to create a fantastic base from which to explore the local area. She provided us with home made cakes and yogurt and fresh eggs from her chooks, which were greatly appreciated? We had two nights there and could have stayed longer if our itinerary had allowed. The accommodation is very tastefully put together and had everything that we could possibly have needed during our stay. The store a few hundred metres up the road is brilliant, it is well stocked and even serves fish and chips which were delicious. We would like to say a big thank you to Jenny and highly recommend staying at Patoka.

Jenny's place is the perfect home away from home, and she is an amazing host. We enjoyed the most peaceful four nights and wish our stay could have been longer. Located in beautiful farm country with fantastic views, you can take a short drive for a scenic hike or relax at her place and talk to the animals. Her place is spacious, beautifully done and Jenny provides everything you need, including free range eggs from her friendly chickens. This was one of our all-time favorite Airbnb stays. Highly recommend.

Jennys place is great if you are looking for a relaxing and quiet place. The suite is really comfortable and Jenny is a great host! I would totally recommend staying there.

A stunning location and a warm welcome from Rose. Very modern accomodation with everything we needed and the isolated quiet setting we had been looking for in our weekend away. Would love to return again to spend more time exploring the area and would love to be able to stay again. The spa pool looking towards the city lights far in the distance -just stunning.

This place is a little piece of paradise. Super comfortable bed in a lovely room that's really well-equipped with kettle, toaster etc. Lovely ensuite bathroom. Enjoyed the spa under the stars. Only quibble? We only booked for one night! Can't wait to come back.

Beautiful place with stunning views and luxury living. We felt very welcome here and would definitely return. Thanks for everything!

We had such a lovely stay at Rose & Ray's property!! Great accommodation, beautiful views - both back towards Auckland as well as out over Pakiri beach. Just stunning! We arrived late Friday and the hot tub was ready for us to just hop in when we got there. Instant relaxation. I can't recommend Rose's place enough - they are fantastic hosts and the room is very comfortable! We'll be back!

We loved our stay at Rose and Ray's house. They were really friendly and we also had some amazing cooked breakfast. The spa and beautiful views just made our holiday memorable :)

Magnificent views from both sides of the place as it is along a ridge. Beautiful vista down to Pakiri. We loved the spa pool looking out over the pine forest. The room was warm, clean, modern. Nice bathroom. Has a fridge and kettle, teas etc. Short drive down to Leigh. The road is quite dark at night, no street lights. We had a very relaxing time there and Rose was a lovely welcoming host.

We had the most perfect stay at Rose's beautiful guest suite! The atmosphere of the room and surrounding area was gorgeous and relaxing. The view while lounging in the spa (with some wine) was just beautiful and small thoughtful touches like bathrobes made it that much better! The breakfast provided was great and no doubt their cooked brekkie would be delicious too. We would definitely recommend this place, Rose is easy to communicate with and very helpful. The suite is definitely set up for you to just kick back and relax. Can't wait to go back sometime and try out one of the walks that begin just next to their property. Thanks again!

This was our second stay and it was just as nice this time around! If you are looking for a nice place to relax and recharge, look no further :)

We loved everything! Bruce & Vania were such lovely hosts, communicating with them was very fast and easy. The cottage was very clean and tidy, had everything we needed. My partner was very happy that he was able to cook with the well-equipped kitchen. Location was perfect for a quiet weekend getaway, and it's only about 5-7 mins drive away from Mangawhai Heads. We are already talking about going back.

Essentially a little hideaway in the woods. Great for couples looking for a peaceful weekend escape. Cottage was very clean and equipped with everything you might need. Will be returning for sure!

Beautiful fruit tree, bird sound and stars! Love to just stay and enjoy everything around. I will come back next time again!

Thank you for the wonderful stay. My husband and I loved our weekend away at your secluded b&b. So private, peaceful and wonderful sounds of birdlife around the cottage. The cottage was in fantastic condition, new interior, clean and cosy. Fantastic communication from the friendly hosts :)

Highly recommend! My hubby and I had an awesome stay, one of the most comfortable places we have ever booked. The place was very clean, nicely renovated, well equipped and in a great location. Wish we could've stayed for longer. Thanks Bruce & Vania - you are wonderful hosts.