About this property

Spacious Accommodation: Harbour Fern Retreat in Matapouri offers a spacious holiday home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property includes a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, and comfortable seating spaces. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can relax in the private garden, perfect for outdoor activities. Free on-site private parking is available, ensuring convenience for all visitors. Local Attractions: Northland Event Centre is 35 km away, Mt Parihaka and Ah Reed Kauri Park are 33 km distant, and Whangarei Art Museum lies 34 km from the property. Other attractions include Abbey Caves and Town Basin Marina, each approximately 35 km from the holiday home.

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Property highlights

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 bunk bed
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Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Bachcare

Company review score: 8.6Based on 6,200 reviews from 1734 properties
1734 managed properties

Company information

Escape to your perfect NZ holiday home. We were founded in the Coromandel in 2003 and remain a proud, locally run company that loves to share the Kiwi bach experience with New Zealanders and visitors alike. We were nominated at the 2020 and 2021 Westpac Business awards for excellence in marketing and customer service delivery. Let us help you find your happy place!

Property information

This home offers warmth, comfort, and the timeless charm of a traditional kiwi bach. A cosy fireplace sets the scene for cooler evenings, while the mounted TV and comfortable couches invite you to unwind. It’s easy to wander through a lattice of bush walking tracks across the property, and this home offers a sense of privacy and tranquillity that will have you settling in and slowing down from the moment you arrive. The well-equipped kitchen includes everything you need—dishwasher, Nespresso machine—while the open-plan living flows effortlessly to a generous deck gazing out over the harbour. Bifold doors open wide to dissolve the boundary between indoors and out, creating a seamless connection to sun-soaked outdoor dining. Adventure awaits in every direction. Spend your days fishing, kayaking, surfing, paddleboarding, or discovering the many white-sand beaches that make this coastline famous. In under five minutes you’ll reach family-friendly Matapōuri Beach, its estuary, and the sheltered Matapōuri Inlet Reserve. In Tutukākā, the marina is your gateway to world-class experiences including fishing charters and boat tours to the Poor Knights Islands for snorkelling and diving. Convenience is close at hand, with a general store, takeaway options, and a seasonal wood-fired pizza spot in Matapōuri. In Tutukākā, Schnappa Rock and the marina restaurant offer relaxed dining, while Ngunguru provides cafés, takeaways, and grocery stores for everything you need during your stay. Harbour Fern Retreat is the perfect base for your family Matapouri escape. Please note that there are security cameras, placed in the outdoor areas that will be operating for added security during your stay. Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

Neighbourhood information

Escape to the marine paradise of Matapouri, 35 minutes northeast of Whangarei (the nearest "city") and 2 1/2 hours north of Auckland CBD, nestled on the stunning Tūtūkākā Coast. Matapouri is renowned for its breathtaking beauty, captivating visitors with its pristine sandy shores and tranquil estuary, offering sheltered swimming suitable for the entire family. Indulge in the simple pleasures of beach life – grab an ice cream from the local store, lay your towel on the golden sand, and unwind in the sunshine. For those seeking adventure, a scenic walk over the hill (be prepared for some steep sections) leads to the equally enchanting Whale Bay. Here, you'll discover another pristine white sand beach, surrounded by lush bush and offering captivating coastal views. Whether you're planning a relaxing beach getaway or a stopover between Auckland and the Bay of Islands, a visit to the Tutukaka Coast is an absolute must on your Northland itinerary. All of our Matapouri holiday homes undergo thorough pre-inspections to ensure your comfort and satisfaction, and they're ready for instant online booking.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Harbour Fern Retreat - Matapouri Holiday Home takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.