Hauora

Hauora at Moureeses Bay

A Luxury Coastal Retreat in Northland, New Zealand

Welcome to Hauora at Moureeses Bay — a breathtaking architectural home offering a serene, beachside escape for the adventurous and discerning traveller. Nestled among century-old native trees and overlooking one of Northland’s best-kept secrets, this retreat offers tranquility, comfort, and holistic wellbeing.

Guest Review

“This is our second stay at this beautiful house. The location is spectacular with amazing views of the ocean and surrounding nature. The house has an amazing zen-like calm about it. It is beautifully furnished and has everything you could possibly want or need for a beach stay.

It’s among my favorite places that I’ve stayed anywhere in the world and I look forward to coming back in the future!”
— T from New York

A Home of Architectural Distinction

Clean, minimalist lines hide the home’s incredible structural complexity. Floating, cantilevered wings enhance the sense of elevation and offer uninterrupted views over the ocean and lush bush. The design blends strength and sustainability, built from enduring materials like steel beams, concrete block, natural timber, Hebel flooring, and premium architectural aluminium joinery.

Inside, you’ll find a warm, lodge-like ambiance with luxury at every turn. The home features:

  • 3 beautifully appointed bedrooms, each with private ensuite
  • Yoga room, which can also serve as a fourth bedroom
  • Two separate living areas for flexible relaxation and entertaining
  • Designer kitchen, fully equipped for gourmet cooking
  • Triple car garaging
  • Roll-down sun filters on all windows
  • Solar power and natural ventilation for year-round comfort

The open-plan design flows seamlessly to a spacious hardwood deck with Coast Bean Chairs and loungers — the perfect place to enjoy sunrise, sunset, and the rhythm of the waves below.

The Essence of Hauora

Hauora is a uniquely New Zealand Māori concept of holistic wellbeing. This home embraces all four pillars of hauora:

  • Taha tinana (physical health)
  • Taha wairua (spiritual health)
  • Taha hinengaro (mental and emotional wellbeing)
  • Whānau (connection to family and community)

Your stay here offers the chance to reconnect, recharge, and truly experience these dimensions of wellness.

A Seaside Sanctuary

Set above the ocean at Moureeses Bay, this location offers an ever-changing seascape. From early morning light shows to dramatic sunsets and a sometimes world-class surf break, every day brings something new.

Nearby Whananaki is just minutes away and offers:

  • A calm inlet for safe swimming and kayaking
  • Boat ramp access and great fishing spots
  • The popular Whananaki Store — open year-round, with live music, good food, and a friendly, local vibe

Optional Private Chef Experience

Enhance your stay with Private Chef Catering by prior arrangement. Indulge in fresh, seasonal cuisine prepared just for you. View our menu.


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Ready for a coastal escape that rejuvenates your body, mind, and spirit? Contact us today to learn more or book your stay at Hauora at Moureeses Bay.

Key Features

  • 3 bedrooms with 3 ensuites plus extra toilet
  • Clifftop/waterfront setting
  • Stunning Coastal View
  • Yoga studio/Zen lounge
  • Full designer kitchen/BBQ
  • Couples, larger families, and groups
  • Can accommodate up to 8 guests
  • Sun loungers and Coast bean bags on the deck
  • Easy beach access
  • Double Fishing Sea kayak, 2 normal kayaks
  • 1 paddleboard, children’s surfboards, and Skimboard (6 life jackets)
  • Birdwatching
  • Private outside Spa

House Details

  • TV/Bluetooth music streaming/HiFi
  • WiFi
  • 100% cotton linens & towels
  • Toiletries supplied
  • Kitchen basics supplied
  • 2 x King, 2 x King Singles, 2 x Make up single beds
  • 3 x shower/ 4 x toilets/ 1 x Bidet/  1 x Bath
  • Outdoor shower and Spa pool
  • Outdoor Fire
  • Full laundry – washing machine and dryer
  • Insect screens in all bedrooms
  • Heat pumps / Air conditioning units
  • Full access to Vegetable garden

Pricing

   1 May – 31 Oct   1 Nov – 14 Dec   15 Dec – 15 Jan   16 Jan – 30 April
Couple Rate   $ 2,100   $ 2,350   $ 2,800   $ 2,350
Extra Adult  $ 85 $ 85  $ 85 $ 85
Child   (14 and under)

Minimum age 5 years

  $ 45 $ 45  $ 45  $ 45

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Children aged from 5 years are welcome. Small non shedding dog welcome by prior arrangement and a bond is required.

Minimum 2-night stay / Minimum 3-night stay over public holiday weekends.

Peak season 15 December to 15 January min 5-night stay.

Gift vouchers are available.

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