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!

If you're looking for a peaceful coastal lifestyle and village culture, look no further. Walk out of your four-bedroom family home to the harbour reserve where you can gaze out across the water to the Te Whai Pa site. Welcome to Whai Awa Retreat! Enjoy spending time with your friends or family at this single level, four-bedroom holiday home, a perfect place to retreat to after spending long balmy days at the beach. The contemporary interior with coastal touches will set the scene wonderfully for you next welcoming home is equipped with all the bells and whistles you need for a hassle-free stay, including a modern kitchen to cook up a storm, complete with modern stainless-steel appliances. The open plan living/dining area provides a bright and inviting ambience to make memories with your loved ones. Sit back and relax on the cosy couches while you indulge in the Smart TV provided at the holiday home, or switch on the Wi-Fi to stay connected and upload your holiday snaps. Surf, swim and sunbathe at the gorgeous Mangawhai Heads Beach just a 12-minute drive away from the accommodation. Launch your good life from Whai Awa Retreat which is situated right on the estuary with kayak launch ramps a two minute walk from the house. There are two kayaks provided in the garage. Whai Awa is conveniently walking distance to the historic Mangawhai Tavern, Saturday weekend markets, the Famous Bennetts chocolates, the Dune restaurant, shops and cafes in Mangawhai Village. Turn this getaway into a golf trip when you can drive just 10-minutes to the world-famous Tara Iti, and sister club Te aria links Golf Course only a 20-minute drive from the property. Whether it’s a fun family getaway or a friends escape, where you can even bring your furry friend, Whai Awa Retreat has got you covered for your next break away! Please note that a surveillance camera will be operating for added security during your stay. Rest assured these are for security purposes and are not used in areas...

Mangawhai is a thriving township located halfway between the Bay of Islands and Auckland. The village itself is bustling with great shops full of artisan goods, including the world famous in New Zealand Bennet's Chocolate, which is not to be missed! There's an epic surf beach catering to those who enjoy some wild waves, as well as numerous other bays and the harbor, which are safe for swimming, kayaking, relaxing or launching the boat. All of our Mangawhai Beach holiday homes are pre-inspected prior to your arrival and are ready for instant online booking.