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A C C O M M O D A T I O N   -   Self Contained

A Hot Water Beach Cottage
30 Pye Place. Hot Water Beach           

Phone: (07) 866 3161

Fax: (07) 866 3162

Mobile (0274) 754431

Hosts: Dianne & Nigel Carpenter

Email: hotwaterbeach@xtra.co.nz

Web: www.hotwaterbeach.net.nz

Beach front cottage with fabulous views of Hot Water Beach. Relax and unwind in this truly unique setting overlooking the beach and hot pools. Newly built in 2002 the cottage offers privacy and comfort nestled amidst native bush and gardens. Only 150 meters from the hot pools where you can dig your own spa and enjoy the therapeutic waters that bubble from beneath the sand. The cottage is tastefully decorated and completely self contained including a modern kitchen, microwave, fridge/freezer, laundry, TV, CD stereo, DVD with free movies, outdoor furniture and Barbecue.

 

Apartment 38 Aquasoleil Beach Villas
Corner Buffalo Beach Rd and Centennial Drive

Whitianga

Telephone: (09) 273 3383

Mobile: (021) 996 186

Email: kingo@ihug.co.nz

New fully self contained 1 bedroom (queen bed), 1 bathroom apartment opposite beach.  All mod cons include microwave, fridge freezer, ceramic topped stove, TV, CD stereo, DVD, laundry with washer/dryer, outdoor furniture on balcony. Situated at the northern end of Brophy's Beach, overlooking the lap and spa pool complex. Extremely safe swimming beach. Double sofa in lounge. Sleep 2 comfortably - 4 maximum.

 


 

Aquasoleil Beach Villas - Lindas Place
Apartment 11, Corner Buffalo Beach Rd and Centennial Drivem, hitianga

Telephone: (07) 866 2595

Mobile: (0274) 827 273

Email: lady.bird@xtra.co.nz

Website: www.lindasnest.co.nz

 

 

Auntie Dawns B&B - HOT WATER BEACH
15 Radar Road, Hot Water Beach
Telephone (07) 866 3707
Mobile: 021 2156300

Email: dawn@auntiedawn.co.nz
Hosts: Dawn & Joe Nelmes

 

 

Beachsider

108 State Highway 25, Wharekaho

Telephone (07) 855 6917

Host: John Scott

Email: scott@hnpl.net

Web: www.beachsider.hnpl.net

Two beautiful apartments situated right on Wharekaho beach provide a self contained 2 bedroom home, fully furnished with a kitchen for self catering. The Beachsider is right on an excellent swimming beach, ideal for children. Whitianga township is but a 5 minute drive away, giving you easy access to restaurants, golf courses, boat ramp and all the facilities you would expect in a modern town. A large lawn space, ideal for the kids to play on, and a barbecue. There is ample space for parking cars, and a small boat. In a quiet area. Great destination to get away for a relaxing holiday. Ideal for couples or families, whether local or overseas.

 

Blue Water Apartments
4 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga
Telephone (07) 866 2557
Mobile: 027 222 8311

Email: viv@bluewaterwhitianga.co.nz
Hosts: Vivienne Stevens

 

 

Crow's Nest Apartments
18 - 20 Mill Road, Whitianga
Telephone/Fax: +64 (0)7 869 5979

0800 CROWSNEST (276 976)
Host: Nicola Mann

Email:info@crowsnestwhitianga.co.nz

Website: www.crowsnestwhitianga.co.nz

The Apartments are fully self contained with complete kitchens (microwave, dishwasher, oven, pots, pans, crockery, cultery, toaster, jug etc.), laundry, dinning and lounge with TV.  Units are supplied with a travel reviver pack of tea, coffee, sugar etc.  Units are also provided with linen (sheets, towels, pillow cases & tea towels) which is changed on departure or weekly, depending on the length of your stay.  Initial supplies of dishwashing liquid and powder, bin liners are also provided.  Qualmark rated 4 star plus.


 

Draogonfly Cottage - Coroglen

207 Kapowai Road, RD1, Coroglen

Telephone (07) 866 4301

Fax : 07 866 4302

Mobile : 0275 995575

Email : info@dragonflycottage.co.nz

Website : www.dragonflycottage.co.nz

Hosts: Fiona & Justin

 

 

Flaxmill Bay Hideaway Cabins
1031 Purangi Road, Flaxmill Bay, RD1, Whitianga
Telephone: 866 2386

Mobile: 021 837358

Email:flaxmillbay@gmail.com

Website:www.flaxmillbay.co.nz

On the east coast of the Coromandel, lies Flaxmill Bay. Nestled at its eastern end is Flaxmill Bay Hideaway Campsite and Cabins. It is a seaside, family camping ground surrounded by 5 1/2 acres (2.34 ha) of north facing waterfront parkland. Now permanently open for bookings, phone for grab-a-night rates.

We have a limited number of sites ranging from tent sites to self-contained tourist flats and cabins.

 

Flaxmill Bay Motel

1120 Purangi Road, Ferry Landing

Telephone (07) 866 5609 or 021 343 552

Email : dgabelich@hotmail.com

Website : www.flaxmillbaymotel.co

Hosts: Diella or Angela

Small family friendly motel situated at Ferry Landing, 200 metres walk from the ferry, opposite Whitianga Wharf. 

 

 

Fly by Nite

7 Yankee Lane, Whitianga

Telephone/Fax (07) 866 4304 or 021 069 5227

Email : wendylibra@hotmail.com

Hosts: Wendy & Buster

 

 

Habour View Apartments

1 Victoria Street, Whitianga

Telephone/Fax (07) 866 5419 or 027 669 5200

Email : harbourview.brownie@hotmail.com

Hosts: Brownie

Beautiful 2 and 3 bedroom luxury apartments in the heart of Whitianga. Walking distance to the shops and beach, set right on the marina with secure parking.  Breathtaking views, in ground pool, units are fully furnished to a very high standard these are not serviced units but servicing can be arranged by request.

 

 

Haheihaven

12 Grievson Close, Hahei

Telephone (07) 866 3031 or 027 600 8802

Fax : 07 866 3131

Email : hazelhahei@xtra.co.nz

Website : www.digitalstorytelling.co.nz

Hosts: Hazel

House for rent also have managed rooms for rent, please contact the manager.

 

 

Hot Water Beach Villa

44 Radar Road, Hot Water Beach

RD1, Whitianga 3591

Telephone (07) 866 3355 or 021 653 054

Hosts: Stephen and Sherry LeFebvre

Enjoy the beautiful area of Hot Water Beach and other natural attractions such as Cathedral Cove.

 

 

Jan's Place

1a Eyre Street Whitianga

Telephone (07) 864 7999

Hosts: Jan & Craig Collier

 


Landel Place Holiday Accommodation Whitianga

Landel Place Holiday Accommodation
Graham & Lorilei Bambery
3 Landel Place, Whitianga
Ph (07) 867 1682 or 021 615 540
Email : LBambery@gmail.com

Website : www.landelplace.co.nz

Lovely, quiet one bedroom self contained holiday accommodation.  Ocean views; private entrance with beautiful outdoor patio and gardens. 

Queen bed, Free view TV, microwave, toaster, small fridge, Tea & Coffee facilities.  5 minute drive to town.


 

Leighton Lodge
Maire & Wally Leighton
17 Stewart Place, Opito Bay
Ph 07 866 0756 or 027 2300 656
Fax 07 866 5867
Email: welcome@leightonlodge.co.nz
Website: www.leightonlodge.co.nz

Come and enjoy the tranquillity and peaceful environment of this Coromandel Peninsula paradise. Our property borders a reserve and is just 200 meters from the stunning white sands of the beautiful and safe Opito Bay beach. From our deck enjoy the panoramic views of the Great Mercury Islands. Stay with us and enjoy a "Bed & Breakfast " experience. Facilities include BBQ, Sky TV, Internet access and laundry. Dinners and picnic lunches are available by arrangement. Maire enjoys providing her guests with a variety of meals including fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables from her garden. Alternatively, for the independent traveller, there is the option of our self contained accommodation- double bedroom, spacious bathroom and kitchen /living area.

 


 

Lilley's

42 Centennial Drive Whitianga

Phone: (07) 866 5415

Your Host: Pat & John Lilley

 


 

Maggies Cottage

26 Hahei Beach Road Hahei RD1 Whitianga

Phone: (07) 866 3564

Fax: (07) 866 3594

Mob: 027 233 0104

Your Host: Maggie

 

 

Marlin Apartments

13 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga
Phone: 07 866 0077

Hosts: Alistair and Rhoda McDonald

Website:www.marlinapartments.co.nz

Marlin Apartments are 4 units situated on the beautiful Buffalo Beach only minutes walk from the marina, restaurants and shops. Two beachfront units sleep 4 and 6. Two rear units also sleep 4 and 6. Long term rental also welcome.

 

 

Marina Park Apartments
84 Albert St, Whitianga, New Zealand
Phone: +64-7-866 0599
Fax: +64-7-866 0597
Reservation Freephone: 0800 743 784
Email: maureen@marinapark.co.nz
Web: www.marinapark.co.nz
Contact: Maureen & Paul

Marina Park offers spacious 1, 2 & 3-bedroom apartments. Overlooking Whitianga Marina and with the town literally at our doorstep, our contemporary designed apartments are the ideal choice for an enjoyable and memorable stay in the Mercury Bay. While staying at Marina Park, we can assist you with fishing and diving trips, land or sea tours, kayaking, golf & other local events. Your hosts Maureen & Paul welcome you to Marina Park Apartments. For more information visit our website.

 


 

Matarangi Beach Chalets                                                                                                   

400 Bluff Rd, Matarangi, RD2, Whitianga 3592

Phone: (07) 866 4579

Fax (07) 866 4557

Reservation Freephone: (0800) 664 579

Contact: Stuart and MaryAnn Arnold

Email: enquiries@matarangibeachchalets.co.nz

Website: www.matarangibeachchalets.co.nz

Matarangi Beach Chalets is a complex of 9 free

standing, self contained 3 bedroom holiday homes.

Sleeps 2-6 people.  Spacious Modern Comfortable.

Deck with barbecue and picnic table.  Full kitchen

and laundry facilities.  TV, 'Freeview' DVD, Video.

2 car parking in front.  3-4 minute walk to beach.

See website for additional features.

 

 

Mercury Bay Club Accommodation

22 Lee Street, Whitianga

Phone: (07) 866 5576

Fax: (07) 866 2444

Mob: 021 144 9062

Your Host: Ann

Email : mbclub@xtra.co.nz

Website: www.mercurybayclub.co.nz

Accommodation can be rented as Downstairs/Upstairs or together. 

Right in the heart of Whitianga, walk to shops, cafes, the beach and ferry.  Upstairs is a funky 2 bedroom holiday home that is fully self contained.  Bright and sunny, ideal for that fun-filled family holiday.  Large backyard for the kids and plenty of parking for boats.  Sleeps 6.

 

 

 

Miro Rise Holiday Home
1a Miro Rise, Whitianga

Phone: 07 866 0133

Mobile : 027 476 1909

Host: Jacqueline and Phillip

Email : phillsmarine@xtra.co.nz

This cottage overlooks the waters of the greater Mercury Bay and a backdrop of the beautiful Colville Mountain Range.  Come and relax in our bungalow.  Watch the sunrise and the moon come up and form the beautiful night sky canopy with the lights of Whitianga in the distance.  Listen to the chorus of the native birds - Tui, Kingfisher, Morepork and the native woodpigeon.  Enjoy a BBQ on the deck and watch the boats come in and out of the harbour.  A five minute drive to town and three minute drive to Brophy's Beach. 

 

 

Norfolk House                                                                                                

3 Endeavour Place, Cooks Beach, NZ

Phone: (07) 867 1695

Fax (07) 867 1695

Contact: Pixie Lacey & David Wilkinson

Email: pixiebjl@hotmail.com

Website: www.whitianga.co.nz/norfolkhouse

"The Mouse House" is a charming, self-contained cottage in the garden of Norfolk House. Located at the beach within easy walking distance to Shakespeare Point, Flaxmill Bay and Ferry Landing to Whitianga. Facilities & services: King Bedroom with duvet and cotton bed linen upstairs Sofa bed Large living area with TV, video, books and games Fully equipped kitchen/dining area Children welcome. Put up bed and cot, books games, toys, own table and chairs Shower, vanity, heated towel rail Separate WC & vanity unit Outdoor seating area Bar with billiard table Kayaks or dinghy available for paddling around Mercury Bay Bicycles for cycling to numerous local cafes or across to Whitianga by ferry For more information check our website.

 

Ocean Pacific Apartments

13A Christine Terrace, Hahei

Telephone/Fax (07) 866 3888 or 021 054 6286

Contact: Ali Mawby

Email : oceanpacific@paradise.net.nz

Website : www.oceanpacific.co.nz

 

Situated above fabulous Hahei Beach and offering panoramic ocean views.  Stroll to the beach and the historic Maori fort on the magnificent Te Pare Point headland.  Walk from the beach or a short drive to enjoy the beautiful coastal walk to Cathdral Cove.  Close to all Hahei's cafes, restaurants, shops, garage and general store. 

 


 

Oceans Resort Whitianga
18 Eyre Street, Whitianga
Telephone: +64 (0) 7 869 5222
E-mail: stay@oceansresort.co.nz
Website:
http://www.oceansresort.co.nz

Nestled on the western shore of beautiful Mercury Bay and just a stone's throw away from Buffalo Beach you will find Oceans Resort - beachside accommodation and function venue.  Offering the best of both worlds with a choice of new 1 bedroom units or 2 bedroom self-contained apartments, Oceans Resort is the premier destination.  The resort's facilities include a heated pool, tennis court and children's play ground.  There is ample parking and a boat wash bay.  Our newly completed function venue suits any corporate occasion, corporate retreat, exhibition, or private function for up to 80 people.

 


 

Serenity Whitianga

187 Buffalo Beach Raod, Whitianga

Phone: (07) 867 1928

Fax: (07) 867 1928

Mob: 0274 500 841

Email: jsandnjhill@xtra.co.nz

Your Host: Jim Hill

 

 

 

Sovereign Pier on the Waterways
73 South Highway, Whitianga 3510

Phone: (07) 867 1236

Fax: (07) 867 1236

Mobile : 0272 440 360

Email: mail@whitiangaholidays.co.nz

Website:

www.whitiangaholidays.co

Hosts: Michelle and Andy

"Waterfront location, set on the Whitianga Waterways. Luxury resort-style apartment complex, opened 2008. 48 quality 2&3brm villas (38 on the waterfront, 10 opening to a courtyard, 1 bedroom subject to availability); all designated non-smoking. Self-contained with fully equipped kitchen and laundry, microwave, ensuite/bathrooms with shower and bath, hair dryer, queen size beds, phone, free broadband internet, 6-channel Sky TV, DVD, gas fire, balconies, some with barbecue. Swimming pool and spa, gym, astro turf tennis court, fax, undercover parking, additional off-street parking, boat launching ramp for guests with trailer boats. Marina berths. Secure gated complex with 24hr audio/visual security. Tariff: 2brm from $295; 3brm from $395; corporate rates available. All major credit cards and Eftpos"

 

Suncroft Apartments
2 Racecourse Road, Whitianga
Telephone: (07) 866 2648
Host: Kaye & Bryan

 

Surf Sounds Cottage
790b Hot Water Beach Road, Hot Water Beach           

Phone: (07) 866 3878

Mobile 0277 214330

Hosts: Amanda and Ian Pye

Email:a.ipye@slingshot.co.nz

Self Contained Cottage situated just a short stroll from beautiful Hot Water Beach where you can dig your own spa pool at low tide.  Our comfortable two bedroom cottage can sleep up to six people.  The master bedroom has a queen bed, the second has a double bunk bed.  Linen including towels are provided.  Other facilities include : Kitchen with fridge/freezer and microwave, Sky TV, DVD and CD player.  Fully equiped laundry facilities, Gas Barbecue and covered balcony for those warm summer evenings. 

 

Te Puia Lodge
14 Pye Place, Hot Water Beach

Contact: Blair & Jean Saunders
Ph 07 866 3720
Mobile: 027 289 0507
Email: tepuialodge@hwb.co.nz

Website : www.hwb.co.nz

Luxury accommodation just metres from one of NZ's most beautiful beaches Hot Water Beach. Our two bedroom holiday home features an innovative open plan design, is self contained and totally private. Linen, towels and many extras provided. Suitable for couples or up to seven people. Please see our website for more information.

The Cave Lodge
Rob and Karen Reilly
25 South Highway (opposite School), Whitianga
Ph (07) 866 2275,
Mob 0274 866 744

 

The Esplanade                                                                                                            

8 The Esplanade,Whitianga

Phone: (07) 869 5124

Fax: (07) 869 5126

Email: info@theesplanade.co.nz
Website: www.theesplanade.co.nz

New managed apartment complex, opened Autumn 2007. Absolute waterfront location with ocean and marina views. Luxury 2 & 3 bedroom apartments sleep 2 - 6; all designated non-smoking. Fully self contained, with spacious open plan living, Sky TV, VCR/DVD; fully equipped designer kitchens including microwave, dishwasher, freezer, washing machine/dryer; queen size beds, electric blankets, hair dryer; private balconies with stunning views. Resort style features include a well equiped gym and swimming pool, spa and sauna. Secure undercover parking and on-site restaurant. Central to beach, harbour and marina, town centre shops, cafes and restaurants. Tariff from $190 - $600. All major credit cards.

 

 

The Landing Accommodation

11 The Esplande, Whitianga

Telephone (07) 866 4441

Hosts: Jan Costello

Email: costalot@xtra.co.nz

Three well appointed rooms, 2 with ensuites that are opposite the Whitianga Wharf in a quiet area behind The Landing Tea & Coffee house.  Easy to walk everywhere around town.  King and Queen beds, T.V. and Fridge.  2 Rooms can sleep 3 people. $120 - $130 per night minimum stay 2 nights on a weekend.  Winter rates apply.

 

Waterfront Apartments
2 Buffalo Beach Road, Whitianga
Telephone +64 (0) 7 869 5994
Fax: +64 (0) 7 869 5998
Email: info@waterfrontapartmentswhitianga.co.nz
Website: www.waterfrontapartmentswhitianga.co.nz

Perfectly located being right opposite Buffalo Beach and an easy 3 min stroll into the town centre, resturants, cafes, shops and ferry.  Studios and two bedroom apartments.  Great sea views from all apartments.  Sky TV, serviced daily, wireless and internet access, superkingsize beds, superbly clean. 

 

 


Wharekaho View Holiday Accommodation     

146 Centennial Drive, Whitianga

Tel: +64 07 869 5154

Email : stay@wharekahoview.co.nz
Website: www.wharekahoview.co.nz

Wharekaho View is a fully self-contained two bedroom apartment that can sleep a maximum of 5 people. It has a complete kitchen, lounge and its own garden with barbeque. Sit and relax on the verandah with a glass of wine and enjoy the bush and the sea as your backdrop. It's all about comfort and genuine kiwi hospitality for your host Jill. You can even choose a traditional New Zealand meal prepared especially for you, or if you prefer, choose total solitude.

 

 

Young's Unit

60 Robinson Raod, Whitianga

Telephone (07) 866 5868 Home or work (07) 867 1608 Ask for John

Hosts: John and Julie Young

 

 
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