John & Lis
New Zealand
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Beach House in Whangarei, New Zealand
New Zealand - McLeods Bay - Whangarei
ID : NZ00111067
Became a member in: 2018
Renewal Date: 31/May/2026
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We are in our 60's but quite active and adventurous and love travelling. Originally from Warwickshire in England, we have been in New Zealand for most of the last 12 years.
About us
Affinities
Plants & Gardens,
Fishing,
Watersports,
Hiking
MoreLessAffiliations
Retirees,
Seniors,
Technology Professionals,
Banking / Finance,
NGO workers
MoreLessProfession
Chartered Engineer and Chartered Accountant (Retired)
Stunning views from the house
All collected nearby, now your turn!
Beautiful sea and bird life around incl kiwis
Stunning scenery and walks
2 kayaks available by arrangement
The area is well known locally
In the garden
TV and woodburner end of lounge, heatpump otherend
Kitchen area with dining area to RHS
Cove nearby
Patio with BBQ
Queen sized bedroom with wardrobe and sea views
Idea of open plan dining and lounge
Bathroom with sep shower and sep toilet next door
House mountains behind and sea in front
View from the dining area
Wonderful sunsets
- Sleeping capacity8
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
Simultaneous Home Exchange
Smoking Not Allowed
Children Welcome
Use of Personal Car is not possible
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Our Home For Exchange
Description of the home we are offering for exchange
3 bed house in Coastal location in beautiful scenery and walking area, half an hour's drive from Whangarei town, near Mt Manai. Spectacular sea and mountain views walk down the drive, over the road and onto the beach! Or go fishing or kayaking or swimming. Snorkelling in Marine Reserves, two nearby. Great walking from the door and within a short drive. It is possible to connect from Auckland airport to Whangarei and then local private bus to the property
Type
House - single floor/ Second home
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Cleaning service available
- Dishwasher
- Clothes Washer
- Microwave Oven
- Peaceful Surroundings
- View
- Fireplace
- Privacy / Seclusion
- Equipped for Children
- Garden
- Heating
- Baby Equipment
- Garage
- Private parking
- Terrace / Patio
Entertainment
- Internet access
- TV
- Wireless Internet (WiFi)
Setting
- Small Town or Village
- Rural
- Waterfront
- Mountains
- Seaside
Neighbourhood
Description of our neighbourhood and surrounding area
The peninsular has lovely scenery and beaches either side for both safe swimming and boating or for surfing etc. There are lots of things to do locally, even a local cafe within walking distance and a pub in the next village. Locally there is a Club for non-members where food can also be enjoyed. There are some adventure activities close by and in Whangarei there are lots of things to do, galleries, museums, including the famous Hunderwasser, garden, waterfalls, golf clubs. It is well known as a habitat for Kiwi birds!! Some of things like theatre and shopping that are ticked are more for the Whangarei area of the town not the hamlet of Mcleod Bay. The next bay, Parua Bay, has a very good mini supermarket, garage for fuel, bakery and so on. Within walking distance is the cafe with take away food too.
Outdoor Activities
- Beach
- Biking
- Cultural Events
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Diving
- Fishing
- Golfing
- Gym / Health Club
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding
- Public Swimming Pool
- River
- Sailing
- Scuba Diving / Surfing
- Windsurfing
Leisure
- Park / Playground
- Cafés
- Gym / Health Club
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Park / Playground
Cultural Activities
- Galleries
- Museums
- Popular Monuments
- Theatre
Transport Nearby
- Bus
- Car Necessary
Neighbourhood Services
- Bakery
- Corner Shop
- Pharmacy
Attractions
Our home exchange - places to go and things to do while staying in our home
Beach over the road suitable for kayaking, snorkelling [some masks and snorkels provided], swimming, SUP etc. Ocean Beach close by for surfing. Cafe within walking distance with nearby Manai Club that welcomes visitors, and the award winning Parua Bay Tavern for meals etc. Good local dairy and mini supermarket. Great base for exploring markets, art, Whangarei Marina Basin and waterfalls and so on. Pines Golf Club and Whangarei Golf Club in the locality, as is the Clock Museum, Quarry Gardens, Abbey Caves, Museum Kiwi House and Heritage Park, Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary, Packard Motor Museum, Hundertwasser Art Centre, Art Museum, Mair Park, Bream Head and the Adventure Forest.
Walks or jogging paths
- Mount Manaia
- Peach Cove
- Ocean Beach
Interesting day trips
- Tutkaka for trips to Poor Knights Islands
- Matakohe Kauri Museum; Hunderwasser Museum
- Waitangi Treaty House and Paihia and Russell
Our Preferences
Our home exchange - here are our Preferences and House Rules
Although the house is partly furnished with older items and in 1970's style, the bathroom is more recent and all the beds have decent beds and mattresses. It is important to us that everything is left clean and tidy but a cleaner may be available if you prefer. We ask that no feathers are brought into the house in the form of pillows, duvets, down jackets etc. Our family has allergies and we advertise the property to rent as allergy free. No smoking, no drugs, no pets. No late night parties or loud noise. No visitors to stay overnight unless by prior arrangement. We do not mind children staying and in fact offer a high chair and travel cot and a few toys and games, providing any breakages are sorted and everything left clean and tidy. The lawns are looked after so the outdoor care may mean just watering plant pots and a few plants as required.
Conditions
- Children Welcome
- Pets Not Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Plant care is needed outdoors
Use of Personal Car
- Use of Personal Car is not possible
Home Exchange Type
- Non-simultaneous Home Exchange
- Simultaneous Home Exchange
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