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Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view

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Smart TV, stereo
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Sea viewSea viewSea view

Explore the area

Map
Arkles Bay, Whangaparaoa
  • Popular LocationLittle Manly Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationBig Manly Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationOrewa Beach13 min drive
  • AirportAuckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)52 min drive

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 manager

Simon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

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

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

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
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

Whangaparaoa

This cottage is located in Stanmore Bay, a neighbourhood in Whangaparaoa. 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 Smiths Bush Reserve, 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.
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What's nearby

  • Little Manly Beach - 4 min drive
  • Big Manly Beach - 7 min drive
  • Snowplanet - 12 min drive
  • Orewa Beach - 13 min drive
  • Long Bay Beach - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Auckland Newmarket Station - 36 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Beer Spot Whangaparaoa - 3 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • The Good Home - 3 min drive
  • Pizza Hut - 9 min drive
  • Paraoa Brewing Co. and Events Centre. - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view located?

This family-friendly Whangaparaoa cottage is located in Stanmore Bay, within 3 mi (5 km) of Arkles Bay Beach, Little Manly Beach and Big Manly Beach. Matakatia Beach and Orewa Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicola O.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Neat Bach
Very happy, Clean and perfect fit for our needs. A real bach. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO we've staying at. Everything we needed was available
Beautiful Cottage, clean and fully stocked kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Hideaway
Nice place to stay that is close to shops and many beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 night stay
Lovely little place! Great view and super comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara L., Melbourne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rob F.

Liked: Cleanliness
review
Nice, clean, spacious & well equipped
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Nice Bach, Had place to ourselves as no-one in downstairs unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Syed I.

Liked: Cleanliness
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 !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anyta C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023