Hilltop Retreat - This large home with views in a serene setting is a great spot for your next family retreat
House in Auckland Region
13 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this house rental
Please note for New Years bookings you must ENQUIRE first before booking as we have different requirements for this period.
Perched on top of a hill and set on 10 Acres of bush you will find Hilltop Retreat!
This huge family home offers panoramic views over the Brynderwyn ranges, surrounding hills and countryside and distant views of Mangawhai and the Ocean - all only 5 minutes drive from Mangawhai Village AND Mangawhai Heads shops and our beautiful beach.
Here your group has total privacy and is ideal for 2 families or larger groups who want to get together for a peaceful holiday away from the hustle and bustle but still very close to the shops cafes and all else that Mangawhai has to offer.
Whether you are coming for a summer break (beach is down the road or try sunbathing in privacy on the upper deck!) or a winter break (relax by the fire and enjoy a lovely winters meal and a few wines at the massive dining table) Hilltop Retreat will suit your needs.
Hilltop Retreat is purposely priced to be affordable for smaller groups but is also great value for larger groups too.
LINEN: Please note that other than pillows, duvets and duvet covers, linen is not included in the tariffs but can be rented for $25 per person, further details are provided in the 'Rooms and beds' section of the listing. If you wish to add linen, please add a note to your booking with what beds you wish to use so they can be made up. We have linen as an optional extra to make a more affordable holiday for those who wish to bring their own.
BOOKING PAYMENT: Although Bookabach/VRBO take your credit card details, all booking payments are made to Bach Stay NZ Limited who manage this property for the owners. Once your booking is approved, we will send you a payment email with a choice of credit card payment (a 3% surcharge applies) or bank transfer (no charges). Please note the amount stated as 'Deposit Paid at Property' on the Bookabach/VRBO quote is actually a refundable bond that will be collected as part of the accommodation payment, it is not collected at the property as the wording suggests.
Perched on top of a hill and set on 10 Acres of bush you will find Hilltop Retreat!
This huge family home offers panoramic views over the Brynderwyn ranges, surrounding hills and countryside and distant views of Mangawhai and the Ocean - all only 5 minutes drive from Mangawhai Village AND Mangawhai Heads shops and our beautiful beach.
Here your group has total privacy and is ideal for 2 families or larger groups who want to get together for a peaceful holiday away from the hustle and bustle but still very close to the shops cafes and all else that Mangawhai has to offer.
Whether you are coming for a summer break (beach is down the road or try sunbathing in privacy on the upper deck!) or a winter break (relax by the fire and enjoy a lovely winters meal and a few wines at the massive dining table) Hilltop Retreat will suit your needs.
Hilltop Retreat is purposely priced to be affordable for smaller groups but is also great value for larger groups too.
LINEN: Please note that other than pillows, duvets and duvet covers, linen is not included in the tariffs but can be rented for $25 per person, further details are provided in the 'Rooms and beds' section of the listing. If you wish to add linen, please add a note to your booking with what beds you wish to use so they can be made up. We have linen as an optional extra to make a more affordable holiday for those who wish to bring their own.
BOOKING PAYMENT: Although Bookabach/VRBO take your credit card details, all booking payments are made to Bach Stay NZ Limited who manage this property for the owners. Once your booking is approved, we will send you a payment email with a choice of credit card payment (a 3% surcharge applies) or bank transfer (no charges). Please note the amount stated as 'Deposit Paid at Property' on the Bookabach/VRBO quote is actually a refundable bond that will be collected as part of the accommodation payment, it is not collected at the property as the wording suggests.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
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Reviews
5.0
Brilliant place, just as advertised. Private, Clean, Spacious, lovely views, all the mod cons. Great communication and very friendly communication by owners. Highly recommended, would book again.
5.0
Great size house for family group, lots of space and great communication with property manager
5.0
Loved everything about the house! Everyone had their own room and space. Had everything we needed for an amazing weekend getaway. Bonus was the fact that we could bring our 4 legged friends!! Thank you we will definitely be back.
5.0
What a wonderful place to stay. having 3 families in one play usually means that you are falling over each other , but here was so good . Quiet space upstairs and family gatherings down stairs.
Would stay here again .
5.0
Lots of beds and an amazing cozy fireplace
5.0
My husbands colleagues however were the ones that stayed at the house and after the feedback received from the hosts totally disappointed in my husbands colleagues.
5.0
Quiet nice place with sime good views. Great for an escape with skme friends or family.
5.0
The bach was spacious and well appointed. We had a great time and would definitely recommend for larger groups who are looking for a peaceful get away.
4.0
If you want to escape city life this property is our recommendation. Close to civilization but peaceful and relaxing. Spacious house, place for groups and big families. We realy had very relaxing time.
5.0
Great place, plenty of room for all our family. Had everything we needed for a family get away. Would differently stay again
4.0
Thanks for a lovely getaway! The house was nice and cozy but at the same time, plenty of room for the kids to run around and enjoy themselves too! The Booze ball table was a real hit!
It was nice and tidy, great showers, huge fun bath and the kitchen had great appliances and everything you could ever need.
Thanks again, the Marshes
5.0
good
4.0
Our mixed group of musician friends loved the fact that we could each get our own room with space to have some pre-gig practice in their large living / dining room without affecting neighbours.
Note to owners… the septic system was tad squiffy & might require attention… adjacent to the parking spaces.
3.0
Place was perfect for a large family group such as ours. Loads of space. Fully equipped kitchens, laundry, lots of games and toys. Shame about the condition of a couple of beds and BBQ.
5.0
A lovely clean property with plenty of room for our extended family where we made some special memories. Will be back for sure.
4.0
House was a great size, perfect for our family and friends. Beaches and area were stunning.
5.0
This place was so perfect for our extended family! 3 living areas meant that the children had their space and the adults had theirs. Two kitchens was a great for those of us with food allergies. Plenty of bedrooms, beds and a well equiped kitchen. Beautiful views from upstairs, a great DVD collection upstairs and Netflix downstairs. 5 mins drive to the beach and the place was lovely and clean. One thing to note is there is only one freezer so don't bring a heap of bulk frozen food like we did 😂 plenty of fridge space though!
5.0
Plenty of room for all the family. We had plumbing issues during our stay and the property manager went above and beyond to sort issues for us. Thank you
5.0
This property was exactly what we were after. Communication with owner was quick, home was set up well. Had a great stay.
4.0
Good place, was as advertised and lots of room for our family. Foosball table was nice. Only downside is that some mattresses weren't in good condition.
5.0
Family group made up of 5 adults and 6 children, sooo much room for us all did not feel cramped at all heaps of books and games to keep us entertained during the cold wet weather, such a warm and comfortable home thank you so much for having us 🥰
5.0
Great property for a weekend away with a group of friends. Lots of bedrooms, good facilities and hand location between the township and Heads.
5.0
Great house, lovely views
5.0
Seven of us - a writers' group - stayed 4 nights. Wonderful retreat, quiet, scenic, lots of space. House was just as advertised.
5.0
Awesome house, very spacious and clean! The kitchen had everything you could need, it was very well equip to cater to a big group. Also loved the two seperate livings areas.
5.0
Space for everyone
This is a great property for a group. The three living areas mean that people can do different activities simultaneously- watch TV, work on puzzles, relax by the fire, watch a movie, play games . It is very quiet. It is less than 10 minutes from Mangawhai Heads township and the same to the ocean beach.
5.0
Mass Family Gathering
Had the entire family stay, 12 of us comfortably shared the many spaces. Lovely and quiet, everything we needed in terms of furnishings and kitchen ware. Location was excellent. Thanks muchly!
4.0
weekend getaway
The property was very nice and comfortable and close enough to the town. one or two small maintenance issues but nothing that detracted from having an enjoyable weekend away.
5.0
Hilltop beauty
What an amazing space, so convenient for 2 large families with room to spare. Lovely location, only a few minutes away from all the sites but so quiet and secluded.
5.0
Lovely weekend escape
A group of us came together to spend a relaxing girls weekend away. We enjoyed our stay very much, the house was very comfortable and easily accommodated all six of us. A well equipped home away from home!
5.0
great for large group
was great that the kids, big and small could make as much noise as they wanted. house great for large group and trampoline and games were good as the weather was not that great.
4.0
Great place to get away
Enjoy the peace and quite or the bush, in a fabulous part of New
Zealand. Great place to get away from it all but close enough to the beach.
5.0
Excellent bach
Everything was smooth and I felt that the property was very good value for the cost. Thank for the stay
5.0
Buetiful spot
This property exceeded all expectations. Can't wait ti stay there again in future!
5.0
Great place to stay, good location a spacious house. Did runout of hot water for showers morning
Maybe an issue with water heating, otherwise great place to stay
5.0
Escapism perfection
Amazing property with plenty of space to spread out for an extended family getaway! We had 4 different couples/families coming together and never felt cramped. High quality house with easy communication. The foosball table was a massive hit! While there wasn't much around the house, there were plenty of beaches and such a short drive away. We'll be back for sure!
5.0
Spacious house great for families
Perfect spot for a family get away! Plenty of space for everybody to spread out. The wood fire made for a cozy feel and the kids loved the foosball table. Short drive to the beach. Would recommend.
5.0
Amazing place
Great large place and location with amazing views. We all really enjoyed our stay. Bach stay are great to deal with, Highly recommend to all A+++
2.5
Had a great stay in a nice house with everything we needed.Service was excellent.
5.0
nice getaway
Had a great stay in a nice house with everything we needed.
Service was excellent.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Auckland Region?
The average price for a rental in Auckland Region is R 2,747 per night. This rental is R 387 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Hilltop Retreat - This large home with views in a serene setting is a great spot for your next family retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Hilltop Retreat - This large home with views in a serene setting is a great spot for your next family retreat pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Hilltop Retreat - This large home with views in a serene setting is a great spot for your next family retreat?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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