Title: Bluebell Cottage on Matakana Coast - Pet friendly! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bluebell Cottage on Matakana Coast - Pet friendly! ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042100/117042082/ab18a622.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042100/117042082/w1108h821x0y10-15ad9c70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042100/117042082/ecf580a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042100/117042082/889a072b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117050000/117042100/117042082/ad86c296.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Bluebell Cottage on Matakana Coast - Pet friendly! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bluebell Cottage on Matakana Coast - Pet friendly! A cosy, fully fenced, 2-bedroom retreat ideally located for beachside getaways and countryside adventures. Tucked into a peaceful coastal neighbourhood, you’re just a short walk from the beach, local shops, and scenic reserves — the perfect base for couples, friends, or families. Come rain or shine, you’ll feel right at home. The cottage features a full kitchen including a dishwasher, a covered deck for relaxed outdoor dining, and free unlimited WiFi. An outdoor shower makes rinsing off after a swim at one of the beautiful surrounding beaches easy and fun. Sleeping up to 5 guests, Bluebell Cottage offers: A main bedroom with queen bed A second bedroom with bunk beds, ideal for kids or extra guests A single day bed in living room Whether you're here for wine tasting, exploring the coastline, or simply relaxing, Bluebell Cottage is your perfect coastal hideaway. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Dryer - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Remove personal items Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total (up to 25 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Snells Beach, this cottage is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Omaha Beach and Orewa Beach. Sandspit Ferry Terminal and Blue Adventures are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby. [Visit our Snells Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Snells-Beach.dx6338885) [View more Cottages in Auckland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Cottages.d178233-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-36.42506%2C174.72711&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DMllYZ6_yzFo4vkv78HRHXmdKZU=) Snells Beach, Auckland ### What's nearby - Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles - Martins Bay - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles - Matakana Village - 13 min drive - 7.2 miles - Matakana Country Park - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles - Omaha Beach - 26 min drive - 13.0 miles ### Getting around - Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 76 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Zen Den - ‬11 min drive - ‪Crimson Coast Cafe - ‬10 min walk - ‪Honey Centre - ‬12 min drive - ‪Savan's Bakery - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bluebell Cottage on Matakana Coast - Pet friendly! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. ### What time is check-in at Bluebell Cottage on Matakana Coast - Pet friendly!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bluebell Cottage on Matakana Coast - Pet friendly!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Bluebell Cottage on Matakana Coast - Pet friendly! located? > Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Snells Beach, Algies Bay Beach and Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail. Martins Bay and Scandretts Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bluebell Cottage on Matakana Coast - Pet friendly! Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jackson S. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easy abd great for pets Loved staying here. Checked in late but had lockbox on site so that was fine. Nice bedding and comfortable for a family especially with outdoor deck. Took our pup which was a bonus. Will be going back in summer. ##### Jackson S. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anthony S. 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness Was lemon seed and ants all over the bench. Ants all over walls. We had to wipe all the benchs and walls. The shower had dead bugs in it ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a99e299c-5d41-4d2f-9053-1dee17593fc6-1752801786165.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f5853c48-6b2e-4a83-8817-3c037b7cf2c4-1752801802042.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2f2c59ba-8c70-45d6-9c77-2e256e81a4eb-1752801815604.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5b42e921-959f-413c-bcdc-4a87e43d29df-1752801823332.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Anthony S. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025