Title: Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view ## Photo gallery for Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view ![Dining - Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view (Arkles Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38030000/38028000/38027986/eb29525d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view (Arkles Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38030000/38028000/38027986/888aa8a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view (Arkles Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38030000/38028000/38027986/a485df29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services, stereo - Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view (Arkles Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38030000/38028000/38027986/e7bac01b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view (Arkles Bay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38030000/38028000/38027986/a8c49c4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a ridge overlooking Stanmore Bay, Kereru Cottage offers a tranquil retreat in the Whangaparaoa peninsula. Enjoy the peaceful setting surrounded by trees and sea views from your private garden, or relax inside with Netflix and Freeview HD on the new LED TV. A heatpump/air conditioner keeps you cozy, while some breakfast foods and basic cooking supplies are included. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - 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. ### Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view Freshly renovated, Kereru Cottage is a delightfully quirky, cosy place to stay in the sunny Whangaparaoa peninsula, just 30 minutes from Auckland city. Situated high on a ridge looking northward out across Stanmore Bay, you will enjoy the peaceful, semi-rural setting surrounded by trees, with a view of the sea. Kereru Cottage is a standalone building with its own driveway and garden, offering your own private space. Suitable for families with young children, couples and small groups. Come up the outside stairs and you enter Kereru Cottage through the sunny conservatory, which provides a warm and sheltered space for summer dining. Inside, find the cosy lounge, master bedroom with double bed, second bedroom with another double bed, and semi-ensuite bathroom (accessible through either bedroom). The sofa in the lounge opens to provide a third bed if required. A heatpump/air conditioner keeps the cottage toasty warm in winter and cool in summer. The lounge has a new LED TV with access to Netflix and Freeview HD. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, microwave, tea and coffee facilities, and a dishwasher. Some breakfast foods, milk and basic cooking supplies are included. Linen (bedding and towels) is included. A washing machine is located in the bathroom and free to use. Kereru Cottage is fully self-contained. Guests have exclusive use of the first floor of the building. On the ground floor there is a separate unit where other guests may be staying. The garden and driveway/parking areas are shared between guests in the two units. Your hosts live in the neighbouring property next door. Choice of beaches nearby. Pool and leisure facilities at Stanmore Bay. Shopping at Whangaparaoa Plaza. Restaurants and supermarket up the road. Native birds including tui and fantails frequent the bush around the property. If you're lucky, you might spot the namesake kereru (native woodpigeon)! Special conditions: This property is strictly NO SMOKING anywhere on the grounds (inside or outside). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Netflix - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - 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 ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17180000/17172800/17172791/bd5cc62a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ramada Suites By Wyndham Albany Albany - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 771 reviews £74 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-01&endDate=2026-03-02&selected=17172791&PinnedHotelID=17172791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74806400/74806391/7a030f59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chamberlain House Manly - 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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 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ## About the area Stanmore Bay, a neighbourhood in Whangaparaoa, is home to this cottage. Silverdale Pioneer Village and Bohemian Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Westfield Albany Shopping Centre and Auckland Night Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Auckland Adventure Park, or check out an event or a game at North Harbour Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Whangaparaoa travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whangaparaoa.dx6165936) [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-36.63654%2C174.73053&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AegGLW974ziJrd7l0vptzQWtdIE=) Arkles Bay, Whangaparaoa ### 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 37 min drive \- 28.0 miles - ![Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes city views and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6227247/66bef2da-e1de-4764-9e0a-499aa4566f6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Auckland Ferry Terminal 39 min drive \- 28.5 miles - ![Mount Eden, Auckland / New Zealand - December 10, 2019: The Legendary Volcano location of Mount Eden and the skyline of Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055184/a4e2ac78-ecb7-47d3-862f-30b4e3d3342c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Eden Park 39 min drive \- 29.9 miles - Arkles Bay Beach 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Spark Arena 41 min drive \- 31.0 miles ### Getting around - Auckland Newmarket Station 36 min drive - Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - The Archer 3 min drive - McDonald's 3 min drive - The Beer Spot Whangaparaoa 3 min drive - Manly Takeaways 5 min drive - Red Beach Kebabs 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view? ### What time is check-in at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view? ### What time is check-out at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view? ### Where is Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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) 10 - Excellent 69 8 - Good 15 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt 18 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Super nice quiet cozy spot near good hiking and beaches. Lots of good groceries and cafes nearby as well. Chill vibes all around and a great stay. ##### Matt Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle W. 21 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot! Our stay was great, very quiet and peaceful. ##### Michelle W. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luke H. 12 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Hideaway Nice place to stay that is close to shops and many beaches ##### Luke H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gordon B. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded paradise Lovely quiet quaint place with everything you need to relax and unwind. ##### Gordon B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter C. 11 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hideaway Haven Loved our stay, which was a lovely break for our wedding anniversary. Had everything we needed as well as a great relaxing atmosphere. Away from it all, yet easy access to everything, from shopping to beautiful walks and beaches. Truly restful, with lots of birdsong. ##### Peter C. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holly M. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place Recommend this spot. Great location. The had everything we needed. Thanks Simon. ##### Holly M. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela G. 21 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best VRBO we've staying at. Everything we needed was available Beautiful Cottage, clean and fully stocked kitchen ##### Angela G. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah C. 24 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 5 night stay Lovely little place! Great view and super comfortable! ##### Deborah C. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kat 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice cosy little place, spent most of our time in the Sun room. Owner lives next door and easily contactable. Would definitely stay again ##### Kat Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica T. 4 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Getaway This is such a cozy place to stay definitely recommend it. The views were amazing especially if you catch the sunset. ##### Jessica T. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayden O. 24 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place This was a beautiful property. Great attention to detail and in a great location. If we didn't live halfway around the world, we would come every year! ##### Hayden O. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anyta C. 25 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### kereru cottage we enjoyed lotza luvly trees n birdsong., warmth n comfort,, tiz close to shopz n cafes n beachz, would definitely stay there again... big thankyew to our hostz... ##### Anyta C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica T. 21 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Treehouse We were incredibly impressed by this sweet little treehouse, clean, well thought out, with all possible needs accounted for. Thanks again, what a special place. ##### Jessica T. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola O. 28 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful cottage A lovely little cottage with a well equipped kitchen and beautiful outlook over trees and sea. This was a relaxing break that felt far from the city but was just a short drive to beaches, cafes, shops and even a cinema. ##### Nicola O. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Syed I. 30 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good place It was a good place to stay Quiet & relaxing The property was hot during my time of the stay Might have been better if had a fan or better air cooling system as the current one didn’t help much !!!! ##### Syed I. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan F. 9 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stanmore Sanctuary Everything about Kereru Cottage outdid our expectations. Beautifully presented and maintained inside and out with everythjng we could possibly need for our 6 night stay. Appreciated the comfy bed & cotton sheets. The surroundings of native & exotic trees frequented by native birdlife including ruru at night made us forget we were only minutes from a busy motorway. Would thoroughly recommend. ##### Alan F. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah C. 3 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tranquil tree house. Excellent and friendly communication. Beautiful, peaceful location. Well equipped accommodation, bright and spacious. I was happy walking the down and uphill 30 mins to beach and used Uber for short trips. But had family car for longer trips. Would definitely return. Thank you. ##### Deborah C. Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sara L., Melbourne, Australia 14 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great peaceful getaway This property has absolutely everything you need and is very peaceful. You do need a car but its not far from anything and we would nip out and come back multiple times in the day. Can't fault the presentation or facilities. Works best for family with the Jack and Jill bathroom, bit close if you are not overly close. Thanks for the hospitality and hope the issue with checkout was ok, it didn't at all change my impression. ##### Sara L. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sid S. 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great little bach and has everthing you need for a quick getaway weekend. ##### Sid S. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ron H. 8 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice place We had a great stay ##### Ron H. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert K. 6 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay Nice stay in tidy roof apt. ##### Robert K. Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robyn G. 20 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location. Clean and comfortable. Well equipped kitchen. Would come back. ##### Robyn G. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Diane H., Baden-Baden 9 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute and cosy Good quiet location for local beaches ##### Diane H. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allen S. 13 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place Nice Bach, Had place to ourselves as no-one in downstairs unit. ##### Allen S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deborah C. 11 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home Always our first choice! ##### Deborah C. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024 ---