Title: Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=37989510&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home Cottage in Matarangi with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home ![Outdoor dining - Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home (Matarangi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37989600/37989510/f5ea42f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home (Matarangi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37989600/37989510/b7493c72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi - Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home (Matarangi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37989600/37989510/64aa6e6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home (Matarangi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37989600/37989510/913549b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home (Matarangi)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37989600/37989510/2307a7ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home, you can look forward to golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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. ### Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home Kowhai Retreat is a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom Matarangi holiday home... Fresh and light, this Lockwood style home is situated on Kowhai Avenue (just a short walk to the beach) and can sleep up to 7 people. This Matarangi holiday home is set over one level, with a spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living area that opens on to a large north facing deck where you can relax and dine outdoors throughout the summer months! The master bedroom has a Queen size bed and an ensuite. The main bedroom opens onto the deck. The second bedroom has a Queen bed also, and the third bedroom has a sturdy single bunk set and a single bed, making this holiday home perfect for an extended family. The main bathroom has a bath as well as a shower. The house has all modern appliances, including fully equipped kitchen (with dishwasher), Laundry, and a 4 burner barbeque. The section is large and flat, and has plenty of off street parking with loads of room for a large boat. This Matarangi accommodation is situated just a 2 minute stroll away from the beach, with only one road to cross! For space, comfort and relaxation, make your way to Kowhai Retreat! 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 ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Golf - Cycling nearby - Fishing 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,399 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910200/37910102/b5c54269.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Views on Matarangi - Matarangi Holiday Home Matarangi - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=37910102&PinnedHotelID=37910102&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37915300/37915248/5ff83eda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront Wonder - Matarangi Holiday Home Matarangi - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Laundry - Outdoor Space 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=37915248&PinnedHotelID=37915248&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37915900/37915863/77598db2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boltons Bach - Whangapoua Bach Whangapoua - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor Space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=37915863&PinnedHotelID=37915863&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111620000/111619800/111619755/988af384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hosts on the Coast The Whitianga Lookout Whitianga - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=111619755&PinnedHotelID=111619755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37960000/37952600/37952508/a3596148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Matarangi Beachfront - Matarangi Holiday Home Matarangi - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly 8.8 Excellent 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21&selected=37952508&PinnedHotelID=37952508&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67600000/67594100/67594034/fc21b206.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great Matarangi Location Lakeside Gem overlooking the golf course! 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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 599399 Kowhai Retreat Matarangi Home Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home Matarangi Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Matarangi, this cottage is near the beach. Whangapoua Wharf and Mercury Bay Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Coromandel Smoking Co. and Driving Creek Railway. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kowhai Retreat - Matarangi Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews ### 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) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo S. Jan 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed stay Great ##### Jo S. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charl L. Dec 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Matarangi perfection What a beautiful home to stay in - everything we needed to enjoy beautiful Matarangi. Highly recommended! ##### Charl L. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy O. Aug 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Kathy O. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025