Title: Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck 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 # Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102950000/102940400/102940319/20a3a88d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102950000/102940400/102940319/d08012f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102950000/102940400/102940319/2d8a5f8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102950000/102940400/102940319/e5369c7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102950000/102940400/102940319/ae871d8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to a rural haven at this five-bedroom house in Whitford, where you can unwind in the countryside with resort-like facilities. Enjoy an outdoor pizza oven, two living areas and an open-plan design that flows seamlessly into the patio seating area. 5.0 ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 104736 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Air conditioning - Washer - Outdoor space - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck This five-bedroom house is close to Whitford Village with its cafes and amenities and a short drive to Whitford Park or Formosa Golf Clubs. ☆ Parking | Off-street ☆ Wifi | Fast and Unlimited ☆ Laundry | In-unit washer and dryer ☆ Top Location | Whitford at your doorstep ☆ Self-check-in | Book and check in within minutes This home is in the countryside, with resort-like facilities such as a swimming pool, and multiple living areas. With ample off-street parking, this home is a great base to explore Whitford and the surrounding areas. WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOME ✧ Rural location ✧ Two living areas ✧ Open-plan living ✧ Outdoor pizza oven ✧ Outside Swimming Pool ✧ Two gas fireplaces in lounge areas ✧ Five bedrooms - two with ensuites ✧ Indoor/outdoor flow with seating on patio WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE LOCATION ✧ Whitford Township is within a 18-minute walk ✧ Whitford Park Golf Club is within a 5-minute drive ✧ Mangemangeroa Reserve is within a 5-minute drive ✧ Botany Town Centre is within a 7-minute drive ✧ Ayrlies Garden & Wetlands is within a 8-minute drive ✧ Howick Historical Village is within a 11-minute drive ✧ Formosa Golf Course is within a 12-minute drive ✧ Clevedon Village Market is within a 16-minute drive ✧ Half Moon Bay Ferry is within a 16-minute drive ✧ Riverhaven Artland is within a 19-minute drive Note: Driving times are an indication only and may change due to traffic or weather WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOST Make your stay seamless by choosing us as your accommodation provider. Our dedicated customer support team is just a phone call away, and we are ready to help you from 8 am to midnight. If you need recommendations for local attractions or reservations or have any other questions, we're here to help. You can rest easy knowing that you have a reliable and accessible support system at your fingertips.  WHERE YOU’LL SLEEP Bedroom 1 (master): Double-sized bed, walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom Bedroom 2: Double-sized bed, walk-in wardrobe and ensuite bathroom Bedroom 3: Double-sized bed and single wardrobe Bedroom 4: Double-sized bed and single wardrobe Bedroom 5: Double-sized bed and single wardrobe Guest access ✧ Complete and uninterrupted access to the majority of the house ✧ Garage is locked for staff use only ✧ Two rooms on top of garage is locked for staff use only ✧ The hot tub is not working, so cannot be used and is not mentioned on the listing Other things to note ✧ No breakfast is provided with this listing - please do take the chance to enjoy some of Auckland's beautiful cafes ✧ Be respectful to the house and neighbours, with no disturbance to the neighbourhood. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund at the host's decision, regardless of policy and booking in place ✧ Strictly no parties or large gatherings without approval. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund at the host's decision ✧ A form of government ID along with a selfie is required by the host ✧ Please leave the pool in the same state it was in during check-in ✧ If you have children, please ensure they are supervised at all times, to ensure their safety and security. The gate to the swimming pool must be closed and secured at all times as per New Zealand regulations of pool area safety ✧ The hot tub is not working, so cannot be used and is not mentioned on the listing Longer Stays: \- Stays longer than 14 days require a guest paid refresh clean & linen change on the 14th day and every subsequent 14 days. Check-In and Check-Out: \- Guests to provide expected check-in time - will we do our best to cater to early check-in requests. \- Guests to provide expected check-out time(latests being 10am) and acknowledge the property will be scheduled for cleaning just after the time they have provided(late check-outs will incur a cleaner turn away charge or a full day rental). \- Guest must view check-in guide prior to arrival to familiarise themselves with the check-in process. \- Keys must not be collected prior to agreed check-in time and lockboxes(if any) must be left closed and locked. During Your Stay: \- Please be considerate of the other residents living in the building by being courteous and keeping the noise down after 10 pm. \- Please report any breakages or damage sustained to the apartment during your stay as it allows us to repair/replace it in time for the next guests. \- Guest to comply with all rules in messages, check-in guides, house manuals or as posted in any building. Lockouts: These will incur call-out/building management/security or locksmith charges. Lost Property: We will do our best to find and return any reported lost item. All cost involved with retuning lost items including time taken is chargeable. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 4,736 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 247696 ## About the area Whitford is home to this holiday home. Queens Wharf and Auckland Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Eden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Go Media Stadium or Spark Arena. [Visit our Whitford travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitford.dx6135428) [View more Holiday homes in Auckland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Private-Holiday-Homes.d178233-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-36.943996,174.94533&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:zvm%60Fi_xj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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XTBM1I9pxBULXhcMqZ_kdpfzT38=) Auckland East, Auckland ### What's nearby - Botany Town Centre - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles - Rainbow's End - 13 min drive - 7.3 miles - Westfield Manukau City Shopping Centre - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles - Sylvia Park Shopping Center - 15 min drive - 8.5 miles - Go Media Stadium - 18 min drive - 10.7 miles ### Getting around - Auckland Penrose Station (Platform 1 and 2) - 17 min drive - Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 26 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Deji Tea Restaurant - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪11 Dim Sum - ‬8 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive - ‪Nando's - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck located? > Situated in Whitford, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Botany Town Centre, Howick Village Saturday Market and Half Moon Bay Marina. Omana Regional Park and Otara Markets are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck Reviews 5.0 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) ### 4.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lorna C. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### Friends Trip Beautiful house and location, luxury accommodation, however we felt that some of the internal finishings were not luxury. Couches were very old and marked, furniture was sparse. A badly broken plug fitting beside the couch looked quite dangerous. We didn't have any instructions on how things worked, what remote is used for which piece of equipment. Couldn't make the louvers work even after buying and changing the battery, outdoor heater didn't work. The home theatre had no instructions and the cupboard that had 8 remotes with equipment was full of mouse droppings. We also had a mouse visit a couple of times, I do appreciate this is a rural location, but these things should be checked. I called your contact centre on Thursday arrival as we couldn't figure out the heating and the house was very cold, I didn't receive a call back. We eventually got it working. I notice I have an email on my return. Beds and bedrooms were very comfortable. In review we paid a luxury price and unfortunately the experience didn't deliver. ##### Lorna C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Alvin C. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Check-in, location Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy #### Worst bach The luxury house alone was beautiful but the communication with the property manager was very very unprofessional, we are Pacific Islanders and while we were telling him things that were wrong with the bach he was being so arrogant & avoiding any conversation. Also we had a big incident where the fire guard was placed leaning on a vase and my 9month old barely touched the vase it fell and the vase shattered on my baby causing her to have cuts on her arm. Also the gas was out and we only just there & they expected us to know how to change the gas when we had no experience whatsoever of the house. No spare towels no spare blankets, bad wifi connection & also there was a wire floating in the pool & we told the property manager that it was dangerous because we had kids with us swimming they could have tugged on the wire not knowing what it was and the property manager said “it’s not a hazard” I have footage of how unprofessional the property manager was towards us as we were complaining about how much money we spent to having a experience that wasn’t what we were seeing online. Everything that we saw in the pictures were definitely not the same in person. Very very poor service. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e807be01-a3d0-4f11-b683-efbc7742964c-1750657536417.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/692e2466-0b32-46af-97b6-421f450568c8-1750657538377.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/651c6a7c-4a98-484f-bb63-03d6a0255259-1750657538562.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dfde04d3-c1eb-4c5b-a96c-b361541f4615-1750657538630.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Alvin C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Four Seasons Mauritius at Anahita](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grand-River-South-East-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Mauritius-At-Anahita.h1916992.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Brighton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Brighton-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d6046944-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Londres Saint-Honoré Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Hotel-Londres-Saint-Honore.h3124202.Hotel-Information) > > [Guest Houses Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Guest-Houses.d6069845-aaGuestHouses.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Park Inn By Radisson Leuven](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leuven-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Leuven.h4313443.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Foscari Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Venice-Hotels-Hotel-Foscari-Palace.h1051530.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Hammamet Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hammamet-Beach-Hotels.0-l6083211-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Bluewater Maribago Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lapu-Lapu-Hotels-Bluewater-Maribago-Beach-Resort.h4333687.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Methoni](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Methoni-Hotels.d6056082.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Dreams Jade Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cancun-Hotels-Dreams-Jade-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h2474091.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn Marriott New York Downtown Manhattan/WTC Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-York-Hotels-Residence-Inn-Marriott-New-York-Downtown-ManhattanWTC-Area.h9272327.Hotel-Information) > > [Grande Centre Point Space Pattaya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pattaya-Hotels-Grande-Centre-Point-Space-Pattaya.h76502707.Hotel-Information) > > [Hoi An Historic Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Da-Nang-Hotels-Hoi-An-Historic-Hotel-Managed-By-Melia-Hotels-International.h1522071.Hotel-Information) > > [The Holly Hill Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-The-Holly-Hill-Inn.h13009977.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Ballasalla (IOM) to Liverpool (LPL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/iom/lpl/isle-of-man-to-liverpool) > > [flights from flesland airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/bgo/flights-from-flesland-airport) > > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to Tunis (TUN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/tun/glasgow-to-tunis) > > [Flights from Fort Myers (RSW) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/rsw/lhr/fort-myers-to-london) > > [Flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Khlong Hoi Khong (HDY)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bkk/hdy/bangkok-to-hat-yai) ### Cars > [Car hire in Hereford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hereford.d4656.Car-Hire-Guide) ### Activities > [Things to do in St. Paul's Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-St-Pauls-Bay.d6060244.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Grand Teton National Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Grand-Teton-National-Park-Wyoming.d6003311.Attraction) > > [University of Portsmouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Portsmouth-Portsmouth-City-Centre.d6092049.Attraction) ### Holiday Rentals > [El Campello Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Campello-Holiday-Rentals.d6034882.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) ### General > [Visit Kensington Market](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Toronto-Kensington-Market.dx6217410) > > [Visit Saipan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saipan.dx6142849)