Title: Heron's Nest - 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 # Heron's Nest ## Photo gallery for Heron's Nest ![Terrace/patio - Heron's Nest (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52430000/52420300/52420294/157eb150.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 Bedroom Beach House | Private kitchen - Heron's Nest (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52430000/52420300/52420294/dc4ad996.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest - Heron's Nest (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52430000/52420300/52420294/885fd1ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 Bedroom Beach House | Private kitchen - Heron's Nest (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52430000/52420300/52420294/1dc13204.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic area - Heron's Nest (Whangamata)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52430000/52420300/52420294/9ad94005.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located close to Whangamata Beach, Heron's Nest provides an adjacent golf course, 2 beach bars, and laundry facilities. Get out on the links at this vacation home and enjoy amenities such as a golf pro shop. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry - Barbecue grill - Bar ## 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. ### Heron's Nest 2 beach bars, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills are available at this smoke-free vacation home. The vacation home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer DVD players and complimentary bottled water. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - White sand beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - 2 beach bars ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 50-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels - DVD player ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Walkway to water ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Free bottled water - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - Near the ocean - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - 18-hole adjacent golf course - Pro golf shop - Bicycle rentals nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Scooter/moped rentals nearby - Surf lessons nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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Check-in end time: 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you, key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Heron's Nest Whangamata Heron's Nest Private vacation home Heron's Nest Private vacation home Whangamata ## About the area Located in Whangamata, this vacation home is next to a golf course and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Whangamata Beach and Karangahake Gorge can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Miranda Hot Springs. Hot Water Beach and Hahei Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, water skiing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Whangamata travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Whangamata.dx6141123) [View more Vacation homes in Whangamata](https://www.expedia.ca/Whangamata-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6141123-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-37.19856%2C175.87032&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=uE5yc-wzUwRITUgq7NYsZsDm7Mo=) 106 Mako Road, Whangamata, 3620 ### What's nearby - ![Whangamata beach, North Island, New Zealand.; Shutterstock ID 575043175; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108226/86b63bef-e87f-49fc-809c-f558c55dab36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Whangamata Beach 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - ![Cathedral Cove Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108210/46325e4c-1118-4490-9022-13232c4bd8b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cathedral Cove 49 min drive \- 71.5 km - ![Hahei Beach featuring a sandy beach, a bay or harbour and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108212/939e2140-3a93-4c63-8f3e-b7bf33b69d76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Hahei Beach 49 min drive \- 71.2 km - Whangamata Marina 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Williamson Park 2 min drive \- 2.2 km ### Getting around - Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) 78 min drive ### Restaurants - Blackies Cafe 4 min drive - Port Road Project 10 min walk - Smokey Pallet 16 min walk - Palms 16 min walk - Camina 11 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Heron's Nest pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Heron's Nest? ### What time is check-out at Heron's Nest? ### Where is Heron's Nest located? ## Have a question? 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