Title: The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5. ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27730000/27725200/27725144/561f3c4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27730000/27725200/27725144/fbb10d54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27730000/27725200/27725144/bd194a23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27730000/27725200/27725144/3150a988.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27730000/27725200/27725144/f9801742.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Little Cottage is an old but comfortable weatherboard house with polished floors set in amongst palms and succulents. The lounge opens out onto a spacious deck, ideal for evening barbies and relaxing. You're just a 2-minute walk from Henderson Bay beach, which boasts 5km of white sand, surf, rocks and lagoons perfect for families. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5. The Little Cottage is an old but comfortable weatherboard house with polished floors set in amongst palms and succulents (no beach views). The lounge opens out onto a spacious deck, ideal for evening barbies and relaxing. It is not flash but everything works. We don't use it so you do need to be prepared to bring what you need. This type of accommodation is a step up from camping (and you are welcome to bring tents) but still pretty basic. You need to bring all bedding including sheets, blankets and pillows. Our housekeeper checks the house after you leave but you are expected to leave the house clean to get back your bond. The cottage has two bedrooms (one with a queen and one with a set of bunks) so is ideal for four guests but there is also a space we call an alcove with a fold out single (WARNING: new but hard...) and we are happy for people to set up tents/bring mattresses. There is a charge of $20 pp per night for guest numbers above five people. A short 2 minute walk down the road is Henderson Bay beach. Henderson Bay is a 5km long white sand beach with surf but also rocks and lagoons for families. This makes it an ideal family beach with a little bit of something for everyone. The walk is 100m down a road then down a steepish sand dune track. This track is not easy for some! A superb feature of Henderson Bay is its lack of beachfront houses (this house is the 3rd from the beach) or camping grounds which means accommodation here is pretty hard to get and keeps the beach relatively unpopulated in summer. If fishing is your thing, this place is a paradise. Fish off the rocks/surf or launch your boat at Houhora or nearby Rarawa Beach. Henderson Bay is 50 mins north of Kaitaia and is 20 minutes drive from the Pukenui shops which include a 4 Square shop, Bakery, Cafe/Takeaway and Liquor Store. Pukenui is also the home of the Houhora Fishing Club Restaurant and Bar. Opposite the store is the Pukenui Wharf, where you can use to put your boat in on the East Coast. There are many places to see in the Far North.. Cape Reinga, Tapotupotu Bay, Spirits Bay or Te Paki Stream famous for its giant sand dunes. It is a kiwi bach and not a motel so please don't expect flash or perfection (Warning: Shower isn't great-on low pressure!) but it is comfortable and a great place to relax and as owners we will do our best to make sure you have what you need for your getaway. \*Freeview now available. Special conditions: \*Total occupancy is 5 best fit is 4. More than 5 by prior approval @ 20pp per night. \*50% non-refundable deposit to confirm booking. \*A cleaning bond will apply and be refunded when bach is left as found. \*All bedding needs to be brought. \*2 night minimum stay. 5 nights minimum during peak times. \*Conserve water. Short showers... \*No outside fires \*Smoking outside only. \*Pets allowed with prior approval and an extra charge of $10 per night will be added \*Strict adherence to the departure and arrival times please. (in at 4pm, out at 11am) Extras: Refundable Bond (Required, NZ$100.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels); ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules The rate is for five people. More people pay $20 pp per night. You are welcome to have tents. Smoke outside please and be aware of all year fire ban when discarding cigarettes. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: There is an additional nightly charge for pets. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Little Cottage...short Walk Beach House Henderson Bay Little Cottage...short Walk Beach House Little Cottage...short Walk Beach Henderson Bay Little Cottage...short Walk Beach The Little Short Walk To Beach The Little Cottage...short Walk to Beach Houhora The Little Cottage...short Walk to Beach Private vacation home The Little Short Walk To Beach The Little Cottage...short Walk to Beach Houhora The Little Cottage...short Walk to Beach Private vacation home ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.74169%2C173.11426&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FoVFNVeNeBZ66kw2bvuB90G8Edc=) Henderson Bay, Kaitaia #### What's nearby - Ninety Mile Beach - 49 min drive - 23.2 km - Te Paki Sand Dunes - 54 min drive - 63.6 km #### Getting around - Kaitaia (KAT) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pukenui Cafe - ‬20 min drive - Houhora Tavern - ‪Pukenui Pacific Bar & Cafe - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5. located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Te Paki Recreation Reserve, Gumdiggers Park, and Nga-Tapuwae-o-te-Mangai. Ninety Mile Beach is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Little Cottage 3 minutes walk to beach. Beds for 5. Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 134 8 - Good 35 6 - Okay 7 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John M. Feb 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Old mates getaway Fantastic location, awesome basic bach, lovely and clean, very quiet, close to beach, highly recommend. ##### John M. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brianna R. Mar 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location Nice and close to Henderson bay beach. Easy check in and check out. Spacious house a large property. Had a great time :) ##### Brianna R. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heni T. Dec 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Really enjoyed the cottage will be back again ##### Heni T. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham E. Feb 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great time as usual ##### Graham E. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt C. Nov 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cottage We love staying up in the ffn, the cottage is an awesome base camp for exploring the area. ##### Matt C. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cara G. Jan 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Henderson bay heaven Second visit and it's perfect. Lovely nz bach. Close to the most gorgeous beach. ##### Cara G. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicholas P. Jan 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing spot with a great home that has everything you need! 2nd time staying here and we absolutely loved it once again. Mandy is amazing to communicate with and accomodating to all our needs. The house has everything you need but the location is the best part we absolutely love it and would come back in a heartbeat! ##### Nicholas P. Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Sophie S. Dec 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely basic Bach by the beach Simple but effective Bach which has no frills but excellent base for a lovely part of the country. Really nice garden and has pretty much everything you need as long as you bring along linen and towels. Beach nearby is lovely. ##### Sophie S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Shirylee H. Nov 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ocean Air Beach lovely and close, gardens were tropical and the outdoor living area fantastic. Older style batch but totally functional and has all you need if you are just wanting to get away for a few days. ##### Shirylee H. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ernst T. Jan 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Awsome stay ##### Ernst T. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Iwona K. Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay at The Little Cottage! We had an excellent three-night stay at The Little Cottage in Henderson Bay. The location is perfect—just a short walk to the beautiful beach, which felt like our own private paradise. The cottage itself is charming, well-maintained, and very comfortable.The space was clean on arrival, and the layout made it feel cozy yet spacious. The deck was a highlight, providing a great spot to relax in the afternoom/evenings and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.We also got all instructions from the host prior to our arrival.If you're looking for a quiet, beautiful retreat near the beach, I highly recommend The Little Cottage.y be back! ##### Iwona K. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Robyn B. Dec 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute little house We loved the house. It is as described and a bit better. It is in need of an update to the plates and kitchen supplies but apart from that it was comfortable and peaceful. Thanks for a great stay ##### Robyn B. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mereana T. Nov 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short stay Everthing i needed for a quick visit back ##### Mereana T. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### anza w. Oct 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great short stay! Booked at the end of school holidays to spend time with the kids and they loved it. Cottage was clean and tidy. Short walk to a beautiful beach. Nice and quiet to relax. ##### anza w. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ben L. Nov 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Very nice cabin to stay at. Comfy and quiet and would recommend it to anyone who wants a secret slice of paradise. ##### Ben L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cara G. Apr 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fab location We had a lovely stay. Excellent communication from the owner. ##### Cara G. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yoann F. Dec 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place I think this bach is better than what it says in the description. It was very clean and big enough for a family of 4. No wifi but very good 4G reception. The nearby beach is stunning and great to play in the waves. Young kids can play in the safe rock pools. On a sunny day, we felt like cooking under the deck roof, it was too hot, but the shade under the palm trees was refreshing. The tropical garden is very beautiful. We loved this place. ##### Yoann F. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah C. Feb 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Northland retreat Very clean tidy bach that had everything we needed. Loved the simplicity, tropical feel and access to awesome beach a few minutes walk away. It was a great base for a day trip to Cape Reinga. A fantastic place to stay, thank you so much. ##### Sarah C. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham E. Jan 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Henderson Bay Great stay and location. House was great. Simple and clran ##### Graham E. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karin D. Jan 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice little cottage in a beautiful location We really enjoyed our stay. House had everything we needed. Quick stroll to a beautiful beach. Definitely exceeded our expectations. ##### Karin D. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aik H. Jan 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2024 summer vacation Beautiful stay, perfect location. Would be great to have some insect screens so windows could be open in the cooler evening. ##### Aik H. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda B. Mar 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely short break Great stay as always, thanks again! :) ##### Linda B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Codie H. Apr 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just what we needed. Great place to relax, lovely, clean, and tidy. Awesome communication/contact with owners about the property. And stunning beach to explore with the family. ##### Codie H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beverly A. Nov 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### ABSOLUTLY AMAZING We booked bach for my sons 5th birthday amd and we loved everything about it.thankyous we will be back for sure ##### Beverly A. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rory D., Auckland Jan 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Place to Stay The best location, quiet, close to an amazing beach, a comfortable little cottage with everything you need to have an enjoyable stay. Will definitely be back. ##### Rory D. 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