The Shack is the perfect getaway in Northland. It's situated in a quiet & peaceful area with lots of nature around it. You are able to do easy daytrips to all the famous points of interest from there (Doubtless Bay, Cape Reinga, 90miles beach, Bay of Islands). It's 5min to Mangonui / Coopers Beach which offers good shopping and nice cafes & restaurants.
The house is very comfortable and is provided with everything you need to stay even for a longer time. Garth is a superfriendly and helpful host and does everything to let you feel like home.
We even extended our stay for several days because we just loved it and thus can only HIGHLY RECOMMEND Garth & his wonderful Shack.