Title: Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events. 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 # Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events. Family-friendly holiday home in Waimauku ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997900/37997830/bb3c191e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997900/37997830/5b828cfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997900/37997830/2a064f3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997900/37997830/12d3a764.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37997900/37997830/703314ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the serene Muriwai Valley and unwind at this holiday home, where you can relax on the large deck surrounded by birdlife and grazing cows. Enjoy indoor games like Chess or TV, explore nearby attractions like Muriwai Beach, or take a horse-trek along the coastline. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events. This holiday home has the peace and quiet of Muriwai Valley, and yet is an easy distance from a vast range of activities. Return from your adventures to sit on the large deck to relax and enjoy the serenity of the country, with sounds of birdlife, the evening sunset, and cows that graze in the nearby paddocks. Indoors there is TV, a guitar to play, or tackle a game of Chess. There are games for the children and toys for the little ones. When you feel like exploring it's only 8 Minutes drive to the famous black sands of Muriwai Beach, popular for it's wonderful surf, Golf Club and Gannet Colony. Take a walk along the west coast walkway or enjoy a horse-trek along the vast spetacular Coastline. There is also 4wheel drive access up one end of the beach, permit required. Fishing from the rocks or exploring the cave is popular when the tide and conditions are right. The Sand Dunz cafe is well known for its great food. Further afield by about 20 minutes Woodhill forest offers paintball, tree adventures and the Mountain Bike Park. Other attractions are Parakai Hot Pools, and Historic Helensville. Heading South in the other direction, a day out shopping in Auckland City is not that far, or check out the closer new Norwest Mall a 25 minute drive away. Locally, you will find a supermarket , cafes, takeaway shop, Thai restaurant and more, in the Waimauku Village, just five minutes from your holiday retreat. If you wish to dine at home you will find that the kitchen is well equipped for you to create your own meals. For those who are looking to stay at a Motel but cannot locate one, there is an option of staying one night only by arrangement. Special conditions: We ask that smokers go outdoors to smoke. Families are welcome. There is a low deck without rails, but it has not been a problem in the past. Owners are usually available by phone to assist with any queries or needs. We hope that all who stay here create happy memories to take away with them. The valley is very peaceful at night, we ask that all noisy music or other sounds to cease by 11.00pm as sound travels readily across the valley at night. Guests of visitors who have not paid to stay are required to leave by 11.00pm. Linens are charged for 1 night stay ; NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Beds arranged to suit by prior arrangement. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33120000/33116700/33116666/36d03daf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magical West Coast Retreat Bethells Beach - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 138 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=33116666&PinnedHotelID=33116666&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34280000/34276600/34276510/e6c954d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sun, Surf, Mountain Views & NZ Native Rainforest Waitakere - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-13&endDate=2025-11-14&selected=34276510&PinnedHotelID=34276510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, video games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31100000/31095400/31095330/45c145f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cheap, Cosy and Comfortable house in Auckland, New Zealand. 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No extras. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Beds arranged to suit by prior arrangement. ## 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 Note from host: Guests of guests to leave by 11 00pm. No extras. 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 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 ### Property is also known as House Great for Family special Event or Private Getaway Great for Family Special Event or Private Getaway. Great for Family Private Getaway Accommodation for Local Events. ## About the area ![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-36.80652%2C174.47495&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=91Ap7qcvfC9ibOp2N8qm0gNR1p8=) Muriwai, Waimauku #### What's nearby - The Hunting Lodge Winery - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles - Muriwai Beach - 13 min drive - 5.0 miles - Eden Park - 32 min drive - 22.9 miles - Sky Tower - 35 min drive - 24.9 miles - Piha Beach - 53 min drive - 34.6 miles #### Getting around - Waitakere Station - 24 min drive - Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Waimauku Food Station - ‬5 min drive - ‪Blossoms Cafe - ‬14 min drive - ‪Hapunan - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Crazy Monkey Coffee - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Beer Spot Huapai - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events.? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events.? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events. located? > Located near the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Muriwai Gannet Colony, Muriwai Beach, and Coopers Creek Vineyard. Waitemata Harbour and The Hunting Lodge Winery 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