Title: A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home - 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 # A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home Vacation home in Whangarei with kitchen ## Photo gallery for A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home ![Outdoor dining - A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111710000/111702000/111701969/bbbd8552.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111710000/111702000/111701969/d0d5f62c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils - A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111710000/111702000/111701969/0613c04e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111710000/111702000/111701969/b49fb0ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils - A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home (Whangarei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111710000/111702000/111701969/ed94dbd8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## 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. ### A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home Situated just 1 km from the beach and close to local conveniences, this retreat offers a simple and relaxing base to explore Whangārei and its surroundings. Step inside to find a warm and inviting living space where you can unwind after a day of adventures. The open-plan lounge and dining area is bathed in natural light, creating a welcoming atmosphere to enjoy a quiet meal or curl up with a book. Outside, a small garden area invites you to take in the fresh air, with the occasional friendly visit from Breeze, the lovable resident dog. The bedroom provides comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to three guests, making it ideal for a couple or small group. The functional kitchenette is equipped for preparing light meals, while the bathroom offers essential amenities for a refreshing stay. Fern and Tide Cottage is perfectly positioned for those looking to enjoy both nature and convenience. A short 5-minute walk takes you to the airport, while a quick 7 km drive brings you to the bustling Whangārei CBD with its shops, cafes, and galleries. Local walking trails offer an opportunity to stretch your legs, and the bus route nearby provides easy access to town. Whether you're exploring the scenic coastline, strolling to nearby shops, or simply relaxing in the peaceful surroundings, Fern and Tide Cottage is a great spot for a low-key escape. Book your stay today and unwind at your own pace. Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 969 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109660000/109657400/109657323/26c5ccb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rodgers Post - peace, elevation, water, mountains, bush Parua Bay - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=109657323&PinnedHotelID=109657323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101290000/101288200/101288128/272e1bda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Absolute Waterfront Self Contained 2 bedroom beachfront unit Parua Bay - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&selected=101288128&PinnedHotelID=101288128&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107480000/107475600/107475513/51f794c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Cottage Parua Bay. 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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 ### Property is also known as 649566 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.762947,174.36597&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:hagyEizfg%60%40%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FQ%40U%40Q%3FQ%40SBS%40Q%40QBQBUBQBQ%40SDOBSDQBQDQDQDQDSDMFSDOFODQFQFOHOFQFMHOFOHOFOHMHMJOFMJOHKJOHKJOJKJKJKJKJKJKJKLIJKLGLMJGLILKLGLGJGNILGLELINELELENELENELENCNELANCLENANCN%3FNCLAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FN%40NBL%3FNBN%40LDNBN%40LDNBNDLDNDLDLDNDLDLHLDNFLHLFLFJFLJLHLFLLJFLJJHJJJJLJHJLJHJJJJNHJJNHJJNHLHNHLHLHLFPHNFNHLFPFNFNFPDPFNFNDRFLDRDPBPDPDPBPDRBNBRBPBP%40TBP%40PBP%40R%40R%40P%40P%3FT%40P%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAP%3FTAPAPATAPCRAPCPARCRCPCPCPEPCPEREPCPEPEPGNEPGPGNEPGPGNGLGPINGLINGPINIJINILINKNIJKLILKLKJIJMLIJMJKJKJKHMJKFMJMHMFMLKFMDMFMHOHMDMHMBOFMDMDODMDODO%40MDOBOBMDO%40OBM%3FO%40OBO%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FMCOAO%3FOCOAMEOCMCOEOAMEOEMEOEMEMGOCMIMEMIOIKGMEMGMMMGKIMKMGKKMIKKKKKKKKKMKKKKKMIMKMIKKOGOKMIOIKGQIOGOIMGOGQIMGOGQEQGOEQGQEOEQEQEQEQCSEQCQEQAQCQCSCSCQAQASCQAU%3FQAQAU%3FQAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kFmzl-6eBQ0C1e3UtFyJWKBM3NM=) Whangarei, Northland #### What's nearby - Mt Manaia \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Town Basin Marina \- 7 min drive \- 8.0 km - Whangarei Quarry Gardens \- 10 min drive \- 10.5 km - Ruakaka Beach \- 28 min drive \- 44.3 km - Mangawhai Heads Beach \- 56 min drive \- 80.3 km #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 1 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪KFC - ‬12 min drive - ‪Cafe In The Park - ‬11 min drive - ‪Oh My Pho - ‬9 min drive - ‪Dickens Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪The QUAY - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is A Hidden Gem - Whangarei Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? 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