Title: Herons Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6338885&destination=Snells+Beach%2C+Auckland+Region%2C+New+Zealand&selected=116702310&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Herons Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home ## Photo gallery for Herons Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home ![Terrace/patio - Herons Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116710000/116702400/116702310/42f6931a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV - Herons Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116710000/116702400/116702310/1f941d5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Herons Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116710000/116702400/116702310/e749f7f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Herons Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116710000/116702400/116702310/a144a9cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Herons Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home (Snells Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116710000/116702400/116702310/6a1e9e6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub at Heron's Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Herons Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home This traditional Kiwi bach offers a charming and relaxed getaway with a small footprint and a few quirky features that add to its character. Ideal for couples or small families, it’s a cozy retreat nestled in a peaceful location, just a short stroll from the beach. Inside, you’ll find a blend of classic bach style with some modern conveniences. The layout is unconventional but a practical setup. The living spaces are compact but adequate, perfect for unwinding after a day exploring the natural beauty of the area. Set across two levels and surrounded by native bush and birdlife, this private, three-bedroom retreat is perfect for families or groups of friends. The open-plan living area upstairs flows effortlessly onto a generous deck, where a spa pool, outdoor lounge suite, bean bags and deck chairs await—ideal for soaking up the sun or enjoying a book in the sea breeze. The ground floor space is warm and inviting, complete with a fireplace and fully equipped kitchen for easy holiday living. Meanwhile, the downstairs area is a hit with teens, kids, or extended family—offering a third bedroom, a second bathroom, and a spacious rumpus room with Smart TV, giving everyone their own space to relax. Outside, versatile outdoor space is the entertainers dream—the pizza oven doubles as a BBQ with rotisserie. Cast iron pans, BBQ utensils and wood are all supplied, so you're ready to cook up a feast. It’s an easy stroll to the beach for a swim or paddle, with a nearby playground for the kids. And just a six-minute drive away, Brick Bay Wines and Sculpture Trail offers the perfect blend of wine, art, and culture. Whether you're unwinding with family or reconnecting with friends, Heron’s Hideaway is your perfect slice of coastal comfort in Snells Beach. Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. Please note: Bunk beds are not set up by default, but may be made available on request. Please enquire at the time of booking. Please note that the deck railing does not fully enclose the space, and there is an internal staircase, so toddlers require guide and supervision. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 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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 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 657401 ## About the area Snells Beach is home to this holiday home. Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail and Heron's Flight are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sandspit Ferry Terminal and Blue Adventures. Action Ninja World and SheepWorld are also worth visiting. [Visit our Snells Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Snells-Beach.dx6338885) [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=-36.422863,174.72823&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:x%7Dg%7DEmrmi%60%40%3FQ%3FS%3FS%40S%3FQ%40Q%40U%40Q%40SBS%40S%40QBQBSBSBQBQDQBQDQDQBSDQDQFQDOFQFQDOFQFQFOFMHQFOHMFOHOHOHMHOHMHOJKHOJKJOHKJKJKJMJILKJKJKLKJILILKLGJILGLILILGNELILELGNELELGNELENENALENCLANENCNAL%3FNCNCN%3FNAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FLBNBN%3FL%40NBNDN%40LBNDN%40LDLDNDNFLDLDLFNDLHLDLFLHLHLFLHLFJJLHLHJJLJJJJFJLJLJJJJJJJNHJJNHJHNHLJNHLHNFNHNFLHNFPFLHNFPFNDPFPDNFPDPDPDPDRDPBPDPBPBPBPBRBRBPBP%40R%40R%40RBP%3FT%40P%40P%3FR%40R%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FRAP%3FTAPAP%3FTCPAPATAPCPCRCRCPCRCNCREPCPEPEPEREPEPGPELGREPGNGPILGNGPINGLINGLININKNILINIJKNIJKLKJKLKJKLKJKHKJMJKJMHMFKLMFMHMFMHMHMFMDMHODMHMBMDODODMFMDO%40ODMBO%40ODOBM%40O%3FOBM%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FOCO%3FOAOCM%3FOAOCOEMAOCMEOAOEMGOEMEMEOCMIMEMIOEMGMIMIMGKIMGMMMGKIMKKKKKMKKIKMKKKMIKKMKKIOKKIOIMIOIOIOIMGOIMGOIQGOGMGQGQEOGSGOEOGQEQESCQEQEQCQESCOCSCQCSCSAQAQCUAQAQAUAQ%3FQAU%3FQ%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1dKi5Fh6PP_-wIYnndhRFpMyPok=) Snells Beach, Matakana ### What's nearby - ![Sky Tower which includes a city, modern architecture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055180/2df20c5b-8114-4c5a-a015-62b6f4cdf8c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sky Tower 56 min drive \- 48.5 miles - Snells Beach 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Algies Bay Beach 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail 2 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Spark Arena 60 min drive \- 51.4 miles ### Getting around - Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) 77 min drive ### Restaurants - St Pierre's Sushi 10 min drive - Smoke Junction BBQ 11 min drive - Pete & Mary's Eatery 9 min drive - Savan's Bakery 9 min drive - Honey Centre 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Heron's Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Heron's Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home? ### What time is check-in at Heron's Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home? ### What time is check-out at Heron's Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home? ### Where is Heron's Hideaway - Snells Beach Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? 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