I took my two kids, 12 & 10 for a 3 night stay at the end of April. The location is really unbeatable, if you want the convenience of swimming in the estuary at your doorstep. It is also handy to walk around to the main beach at low tide. The place itself is comfortable and presented very well. Communication with the hosts was great, and some nice touches by providing some fruit and easter eggs which didn't last long. This would be my go to air bnb place for Mangawhai.