Beachfront Living: Crab Cove in Mahinepua offers direct beachfront access with a private beach area. Guests enjoy sea views and a sun terrace, perfect for relaxation.
Spacious Accommodation: The apartment features one bedroom and a bathroom, providing a comfortable stay. The living area includes a kitchenette, balcony, and dining table, ensuring a pleasant environment.
Leisure Facilities: A sauna and barbecue facilities enhance the guest experience. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and free on-site private parking ensures convenience.
Local Attractions: Located 43 km from Bay of Islands Airport and Kemp House, the property offers easy access to local points of interest. Activities such as fishing, canoeing, hiking, and snorkelling are nearby.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10.0 for a two-person trip.
“The location is fab, great views over the bay.
Will definitely re-visit if the opportunity arises.”
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Rory
Australia
“There was nothing not to like. This property is like a little bit of heaven, stunning views and all the amenities that you would want. Great location to use as a base for day trips to see all the amazing sights and historic places in the area....”
Wendy
New Zealand
“Stunning location and has everything you need for a fantastic holiday. Tori was very welcoming and even gave us some help with my husband’s cold. Very kind.”
Steve
Australia
“Quite possibly the best place we have stayed!
Beautiful self contained studio and spectacular location overlooking the ocean with private beach and kayaks.
The owners could not have been more helpful.”
Natalie
New Zealand
“Incredible space to relax and retreat, it was private, had an amazing sauna and shower, and it's own private beach. All the fine details were thought about. Highly recommend for a couple wanting some time away together.”
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Simon
New Zealand
“We loved our stay at Crab Cove. Wow, what a stunning place to stay and what a view. We have made all our mates jealous with our pikkies. We will be back.”
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Isabel
Switzerland
“Everything: the view, the privacy, the decoration and infrastructure (including snorkelling gear and kayaks in the private beach), the friendliness and recommendations for excursions from the hosts, the great breakfasts.”
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Magdalena
Austria
“The highlights of the apartement are the amazing view, the private sauna and a private beach. The bed was very comfortable. The breakfast was amazing and the kitchen has everything you need.”
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Harry
New Zealand
“Great. Different every day more or less and the taste was exceptional”
David
United Kingdom
“hosts were friendly as it gets , the place was amazing , view were stunning , facilities were brilliant , i'll be going back for sure . cant go wrong, perfect wee private beach , bbq with a view , amazing.”
Property surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please note that this property only accepts payment by either cash or bank transfer.
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