[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Mermaid's Rest - Whatuwhiwhi Holiday Home Vacation home in Karkari Peninsula with kitchen and patio ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100600000/100590400/100590337/2cb743cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100600000/100590400/100590337/64fc9f64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, toaster, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100600000/100590400/100590337/f6a2bf5f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100600000/100590400/100590337/2b3ed35e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100600000/100590400/100590337/1f925e1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Mermaid's Rest invites you to unwind in a coastal retreat with lovely views over Doubtless Bay and Puheke Mount. Enjoy games on the large lawn, fire up the BBQ for alfresco dining, or relax in the cosy living room with Dish TV. 7.0 Good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61130 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - 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 Mermaid's Rest - Whatuwhiwhi Holiday Home Wake up to the morning sun on the spacious deck while savouring your first cuppa, surrounded by the beauty of Kiwi paradise. complete with lovely views over Doubtless Bay and Puheke Mount, you'll be witness to amazing sunsets. The large lawn is perfect for games and adds to the charm of this coastal retreat. In the cosy living room, kick back with a good book or gather for a family night in front of the Dish TV. Create lasting memories on the large deck as you fire up the BBQ, dining alfresco and catching up with loved ones. This two-bedroom accommodation sleeps up to six guests comfortably across it's two bedrooms. With ample space to park your boat, bring it along to launch at Tokerau Beach, just a quick three-minute drive away. After a morning on the boat, cool off in the clear blue waters of Tokerau Beach or relax with a book while soaking up the sun. For a quick bite, the local Bayview Store is just a 2-minute drive or a leisurely 5-minutes walk away. The Mermaid's Rest invites you to leave the car behind at the bach, pack a picnic, and head to the beach for a refreshing swim or leisurely lounging on the sand. Tokerau Beach is within walking distance, and offers a safe and sandy stretch ideal for swimming or a relaxing stroll, and Matai Bay is within a convenient 10-minute drive where you can experience more stunning views or fantastic walks. You’re also within walking distance to the local bar, takeaways and grocery store, and Carrington Golf Club and Winery. Embrace the essence of summer living at The Mermaid's Rest! 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 ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Golfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,130 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31750000/31749800/31749792/3d4f1349.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Patia Point View - Stunning views! 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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 633771 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-34.870056,173.37358&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:vtxsE%7B_ea%60%40%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FQ%40Q%3FU%40Q%40QBS%40Q%40SBSBQBQ%40QBQDQBQDSBQDQDQDODQDQFODQFQDOFQFMFOHQFOFMHOHOFMHOHMHOHKJOHKJOHKJOJKJKJKJKJKJKJGLMJKLGLIJKLILGLIJGLINELILGLENGLCLENELENGLENALENCNALENCNAN%3FNCLAN%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FNBN%3FL%40NBN%3FN%40NBLDN%40NBLDN%40NDLFLDN%40LHNBLFLDLFNHLDLHLFJHLFLHLHJJLFJJLHJJJJLJHJJJJJJJJNHJJNHJJNHJHNHLHNHLFNHNFLFNHPFNFLFPDNFPFPDNDPDPFNBPDPDPBRBPDPBPBP%40PBPBR%40RBP%40R%40P%40P%3FT%40P%40P%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAPAP%3FTAPAPAPCRARCPCRAPCPCPEPCPCPEREPCPGNEPEPELGPGRELGRGLGNIPGNGLINGLININILINIJKNIJKNIJKLKLKHKLIJMJKJKJMFKLMFKJMHMFMHKHMFMHMDOFMHMDMDODMFOBMDMDODOBMDO%40OBMDOBO%40O%3FOBM%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCO%3FMAOCO%3FOAOCMEOCOAMEOCMEOEMEOEMEMEOEMEMIMGOEMIKGMIMIMGKKMIMGKMMKKGKKKKKKKMKIKMKMIKKOIKKOIKIOIMIOGOIMIOGMGOIQGOGMGSEMGSEQGMEQEQEOEQEQCSEQCQEQCQAQCQCSCQASASCQAQAQ%3FUAQ%3FQAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ogyag0XGojnWPN_VcfObhSLx9bw=) Kaitaia, Far North #### What's nearby - Karikari Peninsula - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Doubtless Bay - 3 min drive - 1.5 km - Perehipe Beach - 4 min drive - 2.2 km - Tokerau Beach - 5 min drive - 4.4 km - Maitai Bay - 9 min drive - 7.7 km #### Getting around - Kaitaia (KAT) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tuatua Tavern - ‬12 min walk - ‪Foreshores Fish and Chips - ‬11 min walk - ‪Karikari Estate - ‬4 min drive - ‪Carrington Winery And Cafe - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Mermaid's Rest - Whatuwhiwhi Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is The Mermaid's Rest - Whatuwhiwhi Holiday Home located? > Situated in Karkari Peninsula, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Karikari Peninsula and Doubtless Bay. Carrington Golf Course and Perehipe Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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