In our Bed and Breakfast you will experience the vintage ambience of an historic cottage circa 1860's, recently restored in character with simplicity and comfort. Modern conveniences enhance your enjoyment of the relaxed casual atmosphere. Facing East to the rising sun and moon across the water, Frangipani Cottage bed and breakfast overlooks the upper reaches of Mangonui Harbour. Sheltered from prevailing winds, it is nestled in a lush subtropical garden. In summer, fragrant frangipani flower outside your door. Enlarge photograph
Our Bed and Breakfast cottage is peacefully situated above Mangonui Harbour and Village which was settled as a whaling port in the 1840's. Today it is a busy fishing
port. The owner's great great grandfather was a prominent early settler in 1840, owning large tracts of land including Butler Point on the eastern harbour shore. Captain Butler's original homestead and extensive grounds, including a whaling museum are open to the public by appointment. Our cottage is a classic reminder of those early settler days. Enlarge photograph
The world famous Mangonui Fish and Chip Shop, and excellent craft and gift shops plus information centre are within minutes walk from your accommodation. For those who want action, an excellent Far North golf course with most reasonable fees is 15 minutes drive away. Enjoy kayaking on the harbour; book a fishing charter or dolphin watching trip; swim on gorgeous golden beaches within a few minutes drive. Enlarge photograph
There are many more stunningly beautiful beaches further afield, including 90 Mile Beach. The information centre will enlighten you on all the attractions of Doubtless Bay. For those who just want to chill out, lazing on a deck chair enjoying the view and reading a great book is a good start. Or try a leisurely latte and the day's newspaper at a waterfront café, in holiday mode. Fishing off the Mangonui Wharf is always fun if not fruitful! Enlarge photograph
Room with a View
We welcome you to your comfortable suite with garden fresh flowers and handmade chocolates. For your convenience, tea and coffee making facilities are provided with a range of fruit and herbal teas and delicious organic ground coffee, along with towelling robes, sarongs, and hairdryer. In cooler weather you will enjoy the electric blanket on your supremely comfortable queen size bed. Enlarge photograph
The beds are made up with Egyptian linen, woollen blankets and feather/down duvets and pillows. Should you want to sleep with the doors open to the sea a mosquito net will keep you comfortable. This is the tropical Far North! Your room has a private ensuite with shower, basin and toilet, complemented with organic toiletries. On summer mornings, throw open the French doors to your private verandah, soak up the sun. You may even see the fish jumping! Enlarge photograph
In the evenings, enjoy the sunset reflections on the harbour and later stargaze into the clear black sky. Far North stars are brighter! During the day local birdlife, tuis, woodpigeons, grey herons, and kingfishers frequent our ancient pohutukawa tree for your enjoyment. Adjoining your bedroom is your own private lounge with wood burning fire for winter months, TV, DVD and VCR and comfy sofas to relax on. This room also opens onto the same verandah overlooking the harbour view. Our guests have their own private car park and entrance to their guest room accommodation, which is serviced daily.
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Breakfast
Relax and enjoy your complimentary Continental Breakfast in the warmth and privacy of your guest suite, or outside on your private sunny verandah overlooking Mangonui Harbour. We serve your breakfast to your suite for your convenience. Enlarge photograph
Room Rates
- Peak rates: $220 incl GST per night with a minimum booking of 2 nights.
- Peak rates are valid from October through to April inclusive.
- Off peak rates: $170 incl GST per night with a minimum booking of 2 nights.
- Off peak rates operate from May through to September inclusive.
- Public holiday rates same as peak rates.
- The room rate is for 2 persons and includes continental breakfast.
- We have a smoke free environment at Frangipani Cottage.
- Frangipani Cottage is suitable for adults only. Sorry, no children or pets.
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Cancellations
Confirmation of Bookings: Receipt of credit card details will confirm bookings. We accept MasterCard and Visa and require cardholder's name, number and expiry date. No deposit is taken but these details will secure your reservation.
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Cancellation Policy: Cancellations affect us significantly. Consequently we adhere to a strict cancellation policy which is as follows: Thirty days out, 30% penalty. Seven days or less, 100%. We will make every endeavour to re-book and if successful will not charge you. We recommend travel insurance.
All tariffs are in NZ dollars and include full breakfast and tax.
Check-in: 2.00 - 6.00 pm. Check-out: 10.00 am.
Rates and conditions are subject to change without notice.
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