Mussel Bed Boutique Holiday Accommodation
Cooks Beach
The Mussel Bed offers spacious, comfortable accommodation in the scenic Cooks Beach. Just a 5-minute walk to the pristine, sandy shoreline of Cooks Beach and a 10-minute drive to either the famous Hot Water Beach or Hahei - the gateway to the iconic Cathedral Cove walk. A short passenger ferry ride connects you to the main town of Whitianga for further exploring.
Accommodation Options
Mussel Bed Cottage
Sea Breeze, Beach Hut or Coral Reef Units
Ideal for one or two couples or a small family, our cottage offers all the essentials for a comfortable stay. It features downstairs a kitchen, bedroom with two king single beds, and a bathroom. Upstairs is open plain and consists of a lounge combined with the second bedroom including a queen and a single bed. Additional outdoor seating on a private deck and convenient off-street parking completes the package.
Our three-suite guest wing overlooks the gardens with the units being ideal for couples or two travelling together. Each unit features a queen bed, indoor seating area, a tiled ensuite separated by a curtain screen, and doors opening onto your individual deck. The Beach Hut also features a mezzanine level with an extra single bed and additional seating. All units are equipped with a fridge, toaster, tea and coffee facilities, and a selection of crockery and cutlery. Bed linen, towels, beach towels, fans, and heaters are provided for your comfort. Please note, the guest wing units are suitable only for children aged 12 and over.
Sea Breeze Unit
Beach Hut Unit
Coral Reef Unit
Availability & Rates
Dates | Sea Breeze/Coral Reef | Beach Hut | Cottage |
|---|---|---|---|
1st October-30th November 2026 | $ | $ | $ |
1st December-24th December 2026 | $ | $ | $ |
25th December-10th January 2027( 3 night stay minimum ) | $ | $ | $ |
11th January-31st March 2027 | $ | $ | $ |
1st April-31st May 2027 | $ | $ | $ |
Arrival:Check in: 3pm-10pm
Check out: 10.00am
Payment Policy:
A 30% deposit is required to secure your booking Balance payment due one week prior to check in.
Payments are via bank transfer, details available by return email.
Cancellation Policy:
7 days or more prior to arrival full deposit refund, within 7 days deposit non refundable
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
January 2027
February 2027
March 2027
April 2027
May 2027
Closed 1st June - 31st August 2027
Contact Us to Make a Booking or for Further DetailsMussel Bed Boutique Holiday Accommodation
Your Hosts: Becky Lacey & Mike Saunders
Phone: 027 4884 885
International: 0064 (0) 27 4884 885
Email: welcome@musselbed.co.nz
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