Tūtūkākā, Northland
Manutangi Cabin is located 20 minutes from Whangarei and 2 hours and 20 minutes from Auckland.
Tucked into bush-clad hills, the cabin looks out over tranquil bay views. By day, you’re surrounded by native greenery. By night, the skies come alive with stars, and it’s quiet enough that you may even hear kiwi on their nocturnal wanderings.
Inside, the cabin features a queen-size bed and an ensuite, with a large window offering a beautiful outlook to wake up to each morning with a hot cuppa. A covered deck extends the living space outdoors, with everything you need for cooking, dining and relaxing. Just off the deck, an outdoor bath is perfectly positioned for soaking while taking in the ocean views.
A stay here is less about doing and more about being still, letting the birdsong, the trees and the view do the rest.
Last updated 11 Aug 2026
Manutangi Cabin is self-catering. Just bring your own food and drink, and cook meals using the induction element, airfryer and Baby Q Weber BBQ provided. You'll find all the cutlery, crockery, pots and pans that you'll need.
If you feel like going out, Schnappa Rock Restaurant & Bar and Marina Woodfired Dining in Tutukaka are great options and only a 12-minute drive.
The nearest store for stocking up on food and supplies is Ngunguru Food Mart, 10 minutes away.
Settle in for a quiet evening with board games, a few rounds of pétanque, pole tennis, or a soak in the outdoor bath. For those wanting to explore, guests are welcome to explore the bush on the property.
Discover the surrounding region with visits to nearby beaches or take a scenic loop drive from the property through Ngunguru and around to Sandy Bay.
For an unforgettable adventure, join Dive! for diving and snorkelling trips to the Poor Knights Islands, as well as fishing charters.
Your host at Manutangi Cabin is Erica and her cockerspaniel, Coco.
Erica has lived on this land her whole life, part of a farm that has been in her family for generations, connected to the local hapu, Ngati Taka. She is the resident gardener and has a lot of care for the stories held in every corner of the property, from the trees to the sea.
Erica sees herself as kaitiaki, caring for the whenua for future generations, and that same spirit shaped her decision to open Manutangi Cabin. The name itself means birdsong, fitting for a home where tui, korimako, kukupa and kiwi can all be heard.
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