
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Te Arai
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Explore 40 holiday rentals in Te Arai

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Te Arai holiday rentals start at $70 AUD per night before taxes and fees

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40 of Te Arai holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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4.9 Average rating
Te Arai stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Te Arai
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Serenity at Mangawhai Heads
•Book Friday/Saturday and stay Thursday or Sunday free of charge (excluding public holidays and subject to availability) ! • Modern designer bach with modern amenities and decor. •Sunny and heated. •Spa Pool •Expansive ocean/harbour views. •Escape from the city, work remotely or relax. Centrally located, close to golf course and shops. •Landscaped section Access to golf simulator available on request at a flat fee of $500/booking. Also look at our property next door: "Luxury mangawhai escape"
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Fishmeister Lodge
This modern guesthouse with a 5 metre stud has a large mezzanine bedroom with a super king bed and two singles, open plan living/dining/kitchen area with extensive decks and concrete floors throughout. There is an outdoor hot spa, an indoor fireplace and indoor/outdoor dining areas, set on a 1 acre property. 2 minutes drive to market, restaurants and takeaways, including the iconic Mangawhai Tavern. 10-15 minutes drive to your choice of white-sand surf beaches and world class golf courses.
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Tropical Paradise in Mangawhai
Entire Guest Suite TROPICAL PARADISE IN MANGAWHAI 4 Guests, 2 Bedrooms, Separate Lounge, You will have the Guest suite to yourselves and only share it with those you are travelling with. Relax in Luxury. Enjoy the tropical gardens, play pétanque, croquet, tiki toss or corn hole on the large lawn area. Feel free to have a swim, lay on the sun loungers , or a soak in the spa pool. Take advantage of the sheltered outdoor entertaining areas to sit and unwind with a glass of wine and nibbles.
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Nikau Cottage, Te Arai, Northland
Nikau Cottage is nestled amid six acres of stunning native NZ bush yet close to beautiful beaches, golf course and Mangawhai Village, just 5 minutes away. Peace and tranquility, the cosiness, the pure rainwater filled hot tub - Our boutique eco cottage is ideally suitable for couples only. A perfect retreat and the perfect stopover to, or from, the Bay of Islands capturing the essence of a New Zealand experience. NOTE: MINIMUM 3 NIGHTS EASTER, LABOUR, ANNIVERSARY AND WAITANGI WEEKENDS.
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Mangawhai / Te Arai - A Tranquil, Lush Getaway
Welcome to your getaway. An expansive, lush property bordered by a stream and native trees with an extensive garden where you are welcome to wander and sit. A private and peaceful Hot Tub area is available for your use. "Southwind" is a small rural property surrounded by farmland and other lifestyle blocks. We are 15 mins drive on sealed roads to amenities in both Mangawhai and Wellsford, 8 mins to the Te Arai surf beach turnoff and 12 minutes to the Te Arai Links course.
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Making Memories • Fires • Spa • Alfresco Dining
The Black Cottage - Finalist in the Airbnb 2025 Awards 🏡🎉 in the Best Family-Friendly Stay category! Make Memories in Mangawhai’s Tuscany Wake to stunning sunrises on our peaceful lifestyle property, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and walking tracks—just 7–10 minutes drive from the surf beach and village. Spend your days exploring, then return home to unwind on the sun-soaked deck, dine al-fresco by the outdoor fire, and soak under the stars in the hot spa.
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Rustic cabin in a country meadow
Moonrise was inspired by the movies of Wes Anderson. You will find it down a private country road in a garden filled with many birds who visit from the bush and nearby wetlands. At night the sky is full of stars. We have carefully crafted the cabins to provide a quirky off grid life and a tranquil experience where you can recharge in nature, read or play boardgames. The beach, along with shops and cafes are a 7 minute drive away and bush walks are just up the road.
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organic farm, beautiful setting on harbour.
We are only 75mins drive north of Auckland, 10 mins off the number one highway. The cottage is built from beautiful untreated hardwoods set in a tranquil private spot, nestled on the edge of a regenerating native forest. The cottage is only a 2min walk down to the beautiful Kaipara Harbour. Our place is part of a 25 year old 300 acre organic permaculture farm, which we were instrumental in setting up as a working farm and village style subdivision.
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Mangawhai views
We are 7acre bush block with 300 degree ocean and rural views. Modern house with 4 bedrooms and a separate cabin with a double bed and single bed with stunning views. Comfortable outdoor furniture to make the most of the views, weber BBQ and spa pool for outdoor living. The house has great Indoor outdoor flow. Heat pump for controlled heating summer and winter. 6 kms to restaurants,shops. Many good surf beaches near bye. Estuary for boating.
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Relax on the Kaipara Harbour
A lovely fully equipped modern cottage in a rural setting on the beautiful Kaipara Harbour (only 90 mins north of Auckland). Peaceful and private, you can lounge on the bean bags on the deck, or watch the tui as you soak in the bath. Native bush runs down to an estuary outside your floor to ceiling windows. Sheep, dogs, ducks and birdlife share the property with you as well as the occassional peacock harem.
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Off Grid Arohanui Cabins, Mangawhai
Leave it all behind and unwind at this off grid eco-conscious glamping site overlooking peaceful native bush and farmland. Our north facing, sun soaked site is perfect for families, small groups and couples seeking a unique space for an escape. Totally off-grid, Arohanui offers campfires and tree swings, a beautiful open air cast iron bath and a cosy bedroom cabin with skylights for star gazing.
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Dune View Accomodation
Harbour front property with water access. The original Mangawhai Hotel, restaurants, takeaways, cafes and chocolate factory all within 10 minutes walking distance. Beautiful surf Beach and walking tracks close by. Two double bedroom unit with own access. One bathroom, kitchenette,microwave ,coffee machine, no stove. Off street parking.There is 2 Kayaks available with life jackets.
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Popular amenities for Te Arai family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Omakana Cottage with Farm Views & Cedar Hot Tub
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Pakiri Paradise on the ridge
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A Touch Of Tuscany
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Greystoke House
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Farmhouse with Coastal Views
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Adorable 1 bedroom oasis with private spa & sauna
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Tiny Home near Mangawhai (King Size bed & Hot Tub)
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Private Bush Retreat
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Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

Home away from home!
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Waipū Thunder Domes no.1 offgrid eco glamping dome
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Bamboo Escape - Cabin on the Estuary
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Oceanview Coastal Escape
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Kawau Bay Beach House
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Maggies Place. Rural setting by Waipu River Mouth
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Popular Waipu Cove haven with breathtaking views
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Tara Valley Cabin
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Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Dormer Tiny House
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Garden Hill Cottage, Maungatapere
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Edgewater Retreat
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Mangawhai Retreat - 35 degree heated pool
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Selah Native Retreat - Escape, Relax & Reset
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Pinnacle of Matakana Luxury
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Modern Lakeside Luxury near the beach
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Stunning Kaipara Getaway
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When is the best time to visit Te Arai?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $388 AUD | $408 AUD | $363 AUD | $355 AUD | $320 AUD | $335 AUD | $380 AUD | $288 AUD | $320 AUD | $354 AUD | $299 AUD | $337 AUD |
| Avg. temp | 19°C | 20°C | 19°C | 17°C | 15°C | 13°C | 12°C | 12°C | 13°C | 14°C | 16°C | 18°C |
Destinations to explore
- Mission Bay
- Spark Arena
- Sky Tower
- Ōrewa Beach
- Mount Smart Stadium
- Auckland Domain
- Cheltenham Beach
- Omaha Beach
- Long Bay Beach
- The University of Auckland
- Auckland Zoo
- Viaduct Harbour
- SKYCITY Auckland Casino
- Eden Park
- The Trusts Arena
- Rangitoto Island
- Shakespear Regional Park
- Princes Wharf
- Wenderholm Regional Park
- Victoria Park
- Ocean Beach
- Tawharanui Regional Park
- Waiheke Island
- Muriwai





