Mansion House

A very exciting trip, I wish those looking after this building get a bit more interested and caring as I saw some things very antique but less consideration. Very robust building including fantastic and detailed designs, and very smart architectural designs, stunning heating systems (wall low high air circulation and individual fireplaces), the very memories around but unfortunately, could not see the sewage system how was working for that age but seems another genius. Nice and tidy historical garden with gorgeous plants species in the back yard, a cafe is in your right hand with winter open schedule Oct 2023. Toilets are placed behind. Walking tracks are awesome but need to take extra cautious because of weather changes and need to follow signs. Big trouble somewhere is no proper sign or maybe was but disappeared so once getting a way to smelter Copper mine plz take extra care. Generally speaking fantastic experience, uuuuumm don't forget to wear adventure shoes, and take bottled water, and dry food just in case.

Beautiful place, similar to waiheke yet smaller and not much to do really , I wouldn’t recommend the experience, the ferry is more expensive, $74 , yet it does 5 to 10 stops, as it’s also a mail run for the island, picking/ dropping passengers, groceries, etc. The island itself is very quiet, a garden, a cafe and several peacocks. Went up to check the recommended beach (Lady’s bay) a short hike from the historical mansion, but the access was blocked by debris and fallen trees, besides high tide at 1 pm, also if you decide to explore keep in mind the sewage and water treatment are just in the way there, very unpleasant and you’ll surely end up back at the wharf. That’s all to do there. Again I wouldn’t recommend this for family or big group.

Most relaxed day so far. Had a awesome 2 hour boat ride got some brilliant pics on the way. Then sat down with our family and friends and had a picnic. Just perfect

Catch a ferry or watertaxi from Sandspit. Lots of history here. The beach is beautiful and there are several walks to take from here. Definitely a summer spot

The Kawau Cruises Mail Run is a great way to see the island, learn some history and enjoy the Mansion Bay area... Well worth a day out. Cafe and toilets to cater

Nice place in the Gulf . $4.00 for entry to Masion House . Cafe across the way. Was pleasant. And food was ok . Otherwise unless you are hiking it's pretty boring . But over all nice day had . We also did the mail run on the ferry over.

Mansion House gardens offer a good variety of trees and shaded walks. Cafe offers good food with happy helpful staff. The Mansion could do with a fresh lick of external paint. The Mansion has a varied history and worth a visit on the mail boat.

Mansion house was amazing! My family and I had a wonderful time doing the walk to School Bay! The staff we saw were very friendly and seemed to love their job! The wildlife there was incredible! Would highly recommend going to see the island if you haven't already!!!

Mansion House is a must see touristy spot if you visit Kawau Isalnd. It was built wayyyyy back in the day to be the Copper Mine Manager's house. It is truly an amazing site to see when coming into the beautiful Mansion House Bay on the ferry. I love walking around the gardens. They're manicured to perfection and provide great shade on a hot summer's day. The peacocks are also really fun to watch! We usually take a picnic lunch and then get an ice cream from the little store in the bay. You can take a tour inside the house and there's also lots of information around the gardens about the island, the history and also all the walking tracks.