At One Pigeon Takatu, we offer self-catering holiday accommodation nestled in a serene rural setting. Our fully renovated facilities consist of 4 separate buildings - two sleeping cabins, a living shed with kitchen facilities, and a separate bathroom/laundry "outhouse". Enjoy the sunny private back deck, perfect for dining al fresco, or relax on the front deck and take in the sea view. It is a short stroll to the local tidal beach, ideal for swimming and water sports. We are close to numerous attractions like Tāwharanui Open Sanctuary and Matakana's vibrant market. Join us for a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature!
Our accommodation includes two sleeping cabins - one Queen and one Twin Single - a living/cooking Shed, a separate bathroom/laundry "Outhouse", and decks with sea or bush views. We provide linen, all normal kitchen stuff (crockery, cutlery), including fridge, microwave, BBQ, jug, toaster and television, wifi, heat pumps, off street parking, . All you need to bring is food and drink for your stay, clothes, and a smile.
We are located about an hour's drive north of Auckland City.
Enjoy the local tidal beach 5 minute walk away; drive to Tāwharanui Open Sanctuary (20 minutes drive) for beach fun or kiwi spotting after a sunset picnic dinner; explore Goat Island Marine Reserve (25 minutes drive); play in the surf at Omaha Beach (15 minutes drive). There is also Tamahunga if you feel like a decent hilly walk (15 minutes drive), 2 golf clubs nearby, and the movie theatre at Matakana (10 minutes drive).
Our accommodation is not pet-friendly as the property is not fenced, nor do we allow smoking on the premises.
Yes! We are close to a variety of restaurants, bars, and shops, including the Matakana Saturday market.
We offer a full refund for cancellations up to 4 weeks prior to the date of the booking, however during the peak summer season, (December to March) we will not be able to refund payment on cancellation unless we can secure another booking.
Queen Cottage
The Queen Cottage sits slightly apart from the other buildings, and has a covered verandah facing the western sunset. A heat pump ensures you can enjoy a sleeping temperature to suit your needs, while tea making facilities mean you can enjoy a cup of tea in bed in the morning without having to go to the kitchen. While our compound (that's what they called a collection of separate buildings on Grand Designs recently) of buildings hark back to the old days of an "Outhouse", our modern version has a flushing toilet, shower and laundry. We provide kimono-style gowns for a short walk to the Outhouse and an umbrella just in case of rain.
Twin Single Cabin
The Twin Single Cabin offers a comfortable stay for two adults or older children who enjoy their own space. Twin single beds and a double wardrobe provide plenty of room to spread out. The cabin is nestled immediately adjacent to the Shed, on one end of the north facing deck. It is a short covered walk to the Outhouse bathroom.
The Shed
Booking the accommodation of your choice - Queen Cottage, Twin Cabin, or both, gives you exclusive use of the facilities. This includes the open-plan living and dining shed and the separate "outhouse" bathroom tucked between the buildings. All the buildings were fully renovated in 2025. The Shed is a great place to relax, with decks either side for your choice of bush or sea views. Microwave and induction cooking facilities are complimented by a Weber BBQ on the rear deck.
