Family-friendly vacation rentals in Raglan Harbour / Whaingaroa

Raglan waterfront romantic cottage

Very private, very pretty and very tranquil waterfront cottage only a stones throw from great coffee, cafes and restaurants. Enjoy your own special piece of paradise right in town in Raglan with waterfront living and spectacular views that change as often as the tide. Warm yourselves in front of the fireplace and snuggle up in the big comfy beds. Only a short stroll to shops,or simply stay home with a nice wine soaking up the beautiful evening sunset. This is what holiday memories are made of!

Skippers Hideout

A modern tidy studio with attached bathroom and kitchenette thats seperate from the main house. The bed is a queen size and theres a small table with two chairs as well. The kitchenette has basic bench top cooking facilities, a sink, toaster, kettle with a small fridge too. I run a fishing charter boat on a trailer out of the driveway too, so you might experience charter customers, fish and early or late noises during your stay. Only 14 minutes walk to town and 6 minutes walk to raglan wharf.

Garden Stay close to town

After a few years hiatus, raising our almost 1 year old son, we're back Our little sleepout is perfect for a quick get away to raglan. Own enterance, share driveway (steep) with us as access. Guests to park on the road. No off street parking Queen bed, wifi & netflix tv (own login req.) 8 minute walk to town, 2 minute walk to the wharf. 10min drive to the points Two big dogs, who will want to say hello! Also 2 chooks living in backyard below, they will let you know when they've laid an egg!

Atarau Beach Retreat

Relax and unwind in this beautiful studio apartment. Enjoy the view of Moonlight Bay, and the tranquil surrounds of native bush and bird song. Take the private walkway to the bay for a swim, or see it from a different perspective using the kayaks provided for guests. Vibrant Raglan township is a quick five minute car trip (or enjoy the 30 minute walk), where you can find great restaurants, cafes, beaches, and other amenities. Walk along the beach to The Wharf for fish and chips at low tide.

Historic Pear Tree Unit

Historic Pear Tree Unit is on our farm and welcomes all travellers who want to relax in a rural environment but only 8kms from Raglan. This is a self contained unit with parking at the door. Parking for boat trailers if required and tips on fishing spots gladly provided. The unit is neat as a pin, has a smart TV with Netflix and Wifi. Lovely kitchen with coffee, tea, milk, bread, 3 types of cereals, butter, jam and vegemite ; fridge/freezer, microwave, electric frying pan and bench top oven

Akatea Hill - Peaceful, secluded, rural hideaway

AirBNB Host Awards Winner 2024 - Best Nature Stay. Escape to your handcrafted cabin in the heart of a preserved remnant of native bush, with views of the rolling farmland and a peep of Mt. Karioi. You can sit in complete privacy, reconnect with nature, and enjoy a hot chocolate or a glass of wine as the Tui, Piwakawaka, and Kereru duck and dive around the trees. This is a unique style of accommodation - coming to stay here is a perfect getaway for those seeking relaxation and tranquility.

The Outpost - Seaview Treehouse

Reconnect with nature in a tiny house surrounded by native bush in a calm and inspiring space overlooking the Tasman sea and just above the world class surf breaks of Indicators and Whale Bay. On the property we have a number of completely unique structures spaced apart in the bush to give maximum privacy. All are designed and positioned to make the most of the surrounding bush and ocean below. There is a large lawn area for guests to enjoy and a beautiful outdoor hot water shower.

Banana Blossom Bungalow - with outdoor bath

Kick back and relax in this tranquil stylish hideaway. So close to town but hidden in a private tropical garden full of Tuis and butterfly’s. This newly finished boutique bungalow has everything you need for a relaxing stay - Spacious living area with a smart tv & basic cooking facilities, covered outdoor area with BBQ joins a separate beautiful bedroom with ensuite and washing machine. You may feel like you are in Bali here, but Raglan Main Street is just 600 m away

Nikau studio Whale bay Raglan - Forest Retreat

Relax at a unique and tranquil getaway, cosy, romantic and immersed in nature. An open plan studio nestled next to a gentle stream on the native forested foothills of Whale bay, Raglan. An easy 6 min walk to the surf at Whale bay, Indicators or Outside Indicators a few mins drive to Manu bay or Ngarunui beach. Warm and cosy with a beautiful open fire, modern insulation & large double glazed sliding doors. The heat pump heats the studio within 15mins.

Harewood Grange - country escape

Retreat to a quiet pocket in the country; Harewood Grange is a boutique accommodation a short drive from the coastal town of Raglan. Enjoy the best of everything; the buzz of the town, the roar of the surf, then retreat to the valley for a restful nights sleep. Harewood Grange is on a dead-end gravel road situated on an 18 acre lifestyle block surrounded by farmland. Wake-up in the peaceful valley, with a peep of the windfarm turbines over the hill.

The Bus

Welcome to "The Bus" This truly unique little venue offers so much for the holiday maker from stunning coastal glimpses to picturesque views of Mount Karioi through the framed glass window on the deck. Located within walking distance to town for local eateries, night life and fishing at the wharf. This compact little dwelling has everything you will need to make your stay in Whāingaroa/Raglan extremely comfortable.

Raglan Sanctuary Guesthouses

These two guesthouses look out toward native New Zealand trees and sunshine, providing a feeling of being surrounded by bush. The deck and outdoor bathroom provide a unique opportunity to gaze out to the maunga and hear birdlife in the trees overhead. There are amazing waves 5 mins drive away and it is a short walk to the Wharf Fish and Chips. There is also a high tide swimming spot 5 mins walk away.