Family-friendly holiday rentals in Doubtless Bay

LUX Kauri Hill Villa Whangaroa Harbour View

Kauri Hill Estate is a secluded Northland hideaway designed for rest, reflection, & connection to the land. Perched above Whangaroa Harbour, the villa offers sweeping water views, total privacy & a calm, natural setting surrounded by native bush & birdsong. Thoughtfully designed interiors open onto generous decks—perfect for slow mornings, long sunsets, & stargazing evenings in the hot tub. Your stay includes more than 5 star accommodation—you’ll have the freedom of our entire 60 hectare estate.

Family · Indoor spaces · Decor

Ngataki Retreat Glamping at its finest

Ngataki Retreat in the magical Far North offers a divine experience with glamping at its finest to reconnect to nature and to yourselves with 90 mile beach Rarawa beach & Henderson Bay just 10 mins drive there is also available fishing/diving/hiking/4WD or a short trip to Cape Reinga or you can just kick back & unwind in this luxury accommodation with your favourite book wine or coffee or you can book a deeply healing massage to unwind the tent is also heated for the winter months so warm & cozy

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Comfort

Studio 8, private studio with commanding views!

Studio 8 is a private studio with a stunning view of the apricot sand beaches and lagoon of beautiful Cable Bay. Relax and unwind while you take in the view of the sea all the way across the bay to the KariKari Peninsula. Come and relax in our private studio, suitable for 1 person or for a couple. There are more than 13 eateries all within 5 minutes drive away. A private walkway down to the beach. Plus the best Ice Cream shop within walking distance! Perfect location to explore the Far North.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Hospitality

Old Fashioned Stunner

Original, Kiwi, 50's family bach with its own direct access to Coopers Beach. Rumpty, but comfy, and sitting on a large private section with room for cars and a boat. The bach is very private and quiet. It has magnificent uninterrupted views across Doubtless Bay, and you can walk down to the beach via a private path through the trees in 2 minutes. The bach has a heat pump, heaters and lots of blankets so that it remains cosy at night. We think it's the perfect place for a relaxing getaway!

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The Bach at Perehipe - 5 minutes walk to beach

Spectacular views! No cleaning fees. No Pets. Relax and enjoy our Classic Kiwi Bach. Fully fenced, down a quiet cul de sac in Whatuwhiwhi, overlooking Perehipe Bay, on the beautiful Karikari Peninsula. A few minutes walk in gorgeous native bush to a lovely safe swimming beach. Or drive right to beach. Perfect calm bay for swimming and paddleboarding etc. Launch the boat off the beach ramp, spend the day fishing in Doubtless Bay or go out wide for game fish or off the rocks at the beach.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Access

Hihi Beach - Sunset on Peninsula Studio apartment

Ground floor studio apartment - below our home in the quaint village of Hihi beach. 10 minute drive to Mangonui. Opens to a lovely garden and street. The studio entails a comfortable queen bed, a 3 seater sofa bed, wardrobe. Kitchen comprises of a table & chairs, electric frypan, hotplate, microwave, toaster, fridge, tea coffee etc. Bathroom has shower, toilet and vanity. The apartment opens to a lovely deck with a BBQ, it's sunny and private. Great beaches, walks, parks, great fishing.

Family · Indoor spaces · Long stay

Koutu Cove: Luxe 1 Bedroom Pod

Relax, pull up a beanbag, and soak in the stunning views with your glass of wine overlooking Hokianga Harbour and its world famous giant sand dunes, or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and stars emerge overhead. This modern, fully equipped pod is perfect for a couples' escape. Opononi/Omapere: 7mins Rawene: 20mins Tāne Mahuta: 30mins Kerikeri/Bay of Islands Airport: 1hr 2x guests max. Adults only. Not suitable for children. Strictly no groups, pets, visitors, camping, parties, or events.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Pool

Harrisons Retreat Premium Stay

Welcome to your own little slice of Northland paradise —this beautifully refreshed three-bedroom getaway is tucked away in one of Cable Bay’s best-kept secrets, Chucks Cove. With plenty of space to spread out, sea views to admire and private access to a peaceful coastal inlet, this is the kind of place where busy schedules are forgotten, shoes become optional and “just one more night” starts sounding like a very sensible idea. This property has comfort and easy holiday living in mind.

Indoor spaces · Family · Walkability

Huge 180 degree views of Doubtless Bay

Doubtless Views is a large family home set on a regularly maintained 1.7 acre private garden estate with an unobstructed 180 degree view of Doubtless Bay in it's entirety, from Tokerau Beach right round to the village at Hihi and all in between. A downstairs fully serviced apartment makes it ideal for larger holidaying groups A seagull's view of the bay and like the bird, just a few minutes from being under the shady Pohutukawas that overhang the sand at Cable Bay and Coopers Beach.

Kitchen · Family · Condition

Vineyard Glamping Russell - The Syrah Shack

Hidden inside native bush is our glamping hut named 'the syrah shack', which is nestled behind our syrah vines. The location is 10 minutes out of Russell township, in the Bay of Islands. You will have a vineyard, cellar door and eatery 1km from the hut. Escape your worries and get off the grid in our eco retreat. Enjoy the luxury of a super king bed and the serenity of an outdoor camping style kitchen, hot shower, composting toilet and the best bit is an outdoor bath for two!!

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Hospitality

Taipa Tides

2 minute walk to beautiful Taipa beach - perfect for swimming, diving, fishing & with a boat ramp to launch your boat or jet skis. Kick back and relax in this recently renovated cosy two bedroom unit with brand new kitchen and bathroom. The property has easy access to the estuary which is suitable for paddle boarding, kayaking etc. Cafe, restaurant, takeaways, bakery and shops all within walking distance. Park up and relax with everything you need on your doorstep.

Family · Indoor spaces · Location

The Cowshed Cottage

A peaceful rural rustic space to retreat and relax yet minutes from town amenities and the main Northland route. Nestled in the grounds of a 9 acre property half-way along a country cul-de-sac and taking up two thirds of a converted mid-century milking shed building the Cottage is cosy, comfy and self-contained, characterised by quirky charm and surrounded by gardens and birdsong. Easy access, no check-in required.

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