If you get a chance to stay at The Tower, don't think twice. We had a lovely stay here. The building itself is impressive but cosy, just like the pictures. It looks out onto bush, and at night there is a telescope so you can check out the stars. Shona was so welcoming, and provided fresh bread and spreads, fruit, chocolate, tea and coffee, orange juice and even delicious homemade anzac biscuits. We couldn't have asked for more. Other highlights included feeding Neil the eel down by the little creek, taking a leisurely morning bath, and seeing dolphins swimming with the surfers during beachwalk.
Thankyou Shona and Myk for having us, and I would absolutely recommend The Tower for a perfect place to stay in Mangawhai.