Title: ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads - 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 # ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads Beachfront cottage for sun and fun ## Photo gallery for ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads ![Property grounds - ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads (Whangarei Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111270000/111260900/111260839/20066195.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads (Whangarei Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111270000/111260900/111260839/466c1e74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads (Whangarei Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111270000/111260900/111260839/c873f444.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, beach towels - ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads (Whangarei Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111270000/111260900/111260839/8b5f2cb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads (Whangarei Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111270000/111260900/111260839/da603c04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this cottage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Beach view - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - 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. ### ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads McKenzie Bay is a small tranquil cove that epitomises coastal beauty. The bay is surrounded by lush green hills and native pohutakawa trees that bloom with vibrant red flowers in summer. It’s pristine, crescent-shaped sandy beach and turquoise waters are perfect for swimming, kayaking, fishing or simply relaxing. Kitchen, Lounge, dining and outdoors spaces. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### 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. - No elevator (single-level property) - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Hiking nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Garden - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91190000/91185600/91185586/e1da50c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Cove – Waipu Cove Holiday Home Waipu Cove - 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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 Registration Number 1021880 ## About the area ![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-35.83203%2C174.53145&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Q73RqtjMmbwDgkJMEgYTvwo-sxk=) Whangarei Heads, Northland #### What's nearby - Taurikura Bay \- 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Town Basin Marina \- 29 min drive \- 37.4 km - Ruakaka Beach \- 45 min drive \- 22.2 km - Matapouri Bay \- 59 min drive \- 78.7 km - Waipu Cove Beach \- 61 min drive \- 42.4 km #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Parua Bay Tavern - ‬14 min drive - ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬53 min drive - ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬53 min drive - ‪Smith & Local - ‬11 min drive - ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬53 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is ‘BAYHAVEN’ on the waters edge at beautiful McKenzie Bay, Whangarei Heads located? ## Have a question? 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