Title: Little Running Bear Cottage - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Little Running Bear Cottage Cottage in Mangakino with kitchenette ## Photo gallery for Little Running Bear Cottage ![Interior - Little Running Bear Cottage (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116303000/116302961/7e0fe1b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Little Running Bear Cottage (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116303000/116302961/31ef1354.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle - Little Running Bear Cottage (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116303000/116302961/9515e61e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Little Running Bear Cottage (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116303000/116302961/fbd94813.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - Little Running Bear Cottage (Mangakino)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116310000/116303000/116302961/7dd79b42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Little Running Bear Cottage provides amenities like a garden and a playground. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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. ### Little Running Bear Cottage Welcome to your charming lake Gottage — your cozy escape just a short walk from the water and your favorite local shops. With two snug bedrooms and a warm, welcoming lounge area, your comfort is front and center. Whether you're curling up with a book, sharing stories over a cup of coffee, or unwinding after a day by the lake, this is your space to relax and recharge. Step outside to your own little patio, where you can enjoy your morning coffee or an evening drink under the stars. Your peaceful retreat is waiting, and it's all yours. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 4 accessible parking spaces - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116236900/116236900/b281939a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mango Magic with hot tub Mangakino - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer CA $210 CA $412 total includes taxes & fees Feb 8 - Feb 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=116236900&PinnedHotelID=116236900&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121040000/121031500/121031460/c06cbf6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Weka cabin, great views Wainui - Kitchen - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill CA $162 CA $235 total includes taxes & fees Jan 29 - Jan 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=121031460&PinnedHotelID=121031460&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111760000/111753800/111753778/43da5667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aorangi Peak Cabins 6 by Tiny Away Western Heights - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $231 CA $280 total includes taxes & fees Jan 25 - Jan 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-25&endDate=2026-01-26&selected=111753778&PinnedHotelID=111753778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101740000/101735300/101735290/w2537h1705x23y0-28fe1b65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Treasure - Mangakino Holiday Home Mangakino - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=101735290&PinnedHotelID=101735290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95480000/95478600/95478513/w1152h1537x0y10-8145bc99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax, Unwind or go Hard on the Lake - Just a 3-min Walk From our Basic Bach Mangakino - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=95478513&PinnedHotelID=95478513&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109390000/109390000/109389972/9dc16060.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### \*House on Huamai\* Mangakino - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=109389972&PinnedHotelID=109389972&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48910000/48904600/48904504/3bc7d1b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Okareka Lakestay - Sleeps 8 - close to lake. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Mangakino is home to this cottage. Mangakino Golf Club and The Timber Trail are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mangakino Recreation Reserve and Waikato River. 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