Title: Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond 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 # Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond ![Exterior - Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond (Karaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122063700/122063667/547ca174.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond (Karaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122063700/122063667/f48faaf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond (Karaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122063700/122063667/w1332h900x18y0-96edb3aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond (Karaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122063700/122063667/57b2880c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond (Karaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122063700/122063667/d2ad68f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pool - 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 home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond Welcome to The Pond House Karaka, your peaceful countryside escape by Homello. ✨ Why guests love it here: \- Private 2.3-acre property surrounded by gardens and fruit trees \- Peaceful pond with jetty \- Inground swimming pool with sunny north-facing deck \- Spacious family home with multiple living areas + large kitchen \- Super-fast Wi-Fi - great for streaming, remote work, or family movie nights \- 10 minutes to the motorway - country calm with city convenience Set among lawns and open sky, The Pond House was made for connection and calm. Enjoy open-plan living with a wood-burning fire, a full kitchen overlooking the gardens, and a second lounge that flows to the pool deck for sunny afternoons and evening meals. Upstairs, the master suite has peaceful views across the pond, a walk-in wardrobe, and private ensuite. Four additional bedrooms, two family bathrooms, and generous living spaces mean everyone has room to relax. Whether you’re hosting family gatherings or a quiet weekend away, the home blends comfort, nature, and privacy in one special place. What’s included \- Fresh hotel-quality linen + professional cleaning \- Restocked bathroom amenities + pantry essentials \- Ducted air conditioning upstairs + fireplace downstairs \- Full kitchen with modern appliances \- Laundry with washer Good to know \- The pond is for viewing only - depth unknown and may contain eels \- Please note the exhaust fan above the kitchen stove is currently out of order, this will be getting fixed shortly \- The single beds in the loft are best suited for children \- The TV is streaming only \- As this home is located in the country you may come across rodents and bugs \- This home is on rain water so water pressure is low \- Guests have full private access to the home, pool, and gardens (sheds excluded) \- Please enquire if you would like to host an event here. \- Guest count must not exceed occupancy count, unless otherwise agreed upon Perfect for: ✔️ Family getaways and reunions ✔️ Peaceful countryside stays close to Auckland ✔️ Long weekends with friends Come home to The Pond House Karaka by Homello, where the air is still, the views are endless, and time slows down. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101260000/101257000/101256942/e4c9e0cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Retreat with spa pool and parking Fairview Heights - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=101256942&PinnedHotelID=101256942&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121360000/121355700/121355692/629e8449.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Brand-New Large house Castlebane Drive Flat Bush - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=121355692&PinnedHotelID=121355692&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102730000/102728300/102728290/3992d659.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Eastern Beach Home by Zodiak Stays Eastern Beach - 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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 Parties and events are allowed on site Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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. ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services. ### Property is also known as 445994 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.129433,174.86697&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:z%7DqaFquhj%60%40%3FS%3FS%3FQ%40U%3FQ%40U%40Q%40Q%40UBQ%40U%40QBQBQBUBQBQDQBQDSDQBQDQDQFQDSFQDMFQFSFMFQFOHQFOHOFMHOHQHMHMHMHOJOHKJMJMHMJKJKJKJKLMJKJKLGJKLILKLIJGLILILGLILGNELILELENELENELENELENCNALENCNANCLAN%3FNCNAN%3FN%3FL%3FNCNBN%3FN%3FL%3FP%40LBN%3FN%40LBN%40NBNDL%40NBNDLDLDNDNDLDLDLDNHLDLFLHLFLHLHLFLHJJLHLJJFLJJJJLJJJJJJJJJLJLHLJJHNHNHLJLHLHNFPHLFNHNFPFNHPFLFRDPFLDPFRDPDPDPDPDPBRDPBPBPBPBTBPBPBP%40T%40P%40TBP%3FP%40T%40P%3FT%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FRAR%3FRAPAT%3FPCPATAPATCPCRCNCTCPCPCREPCPEPEPEPEPEPGREPGNEPGPGNIPGNGNINGNILGPININKJINILINKJILKLKLKJKJKJKLKJKJMJKHMJMFKJMHMFMHMHMFMHMFMDOHMDMDMDODODMDMDODOBM%40OFO%40OBM%40OBO%3FM%40QBM%3FO%3FO%3FO%40OAM%3FO%3FO%3FOCOAO%3FMCOAOCOAMGOAOCMEOEMEOEMEOEMEMEMIOEMGMIMGMIMIKGMIMKMGKKMIKKKKMKKMKKKKKKIMKMKMIKKOIMIOIKIOIQIOGMIOGOIOGOGQGOGQGQEOGQESGQEQEQCQEQEQCQESCQCQCUCOCSAQAUCQAUAQAQAU%3FQAS%3FS%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LajmcsNdYoHk5pKT6X3WfrOvhvY=) Karaka, Auckland #### What's nearby - Fortland Park \- 9 min drive \- 4.3 miles - Spookers \- 11 min drive \- 5.2 miles - Navigation Homes Stadium \- 13 min drive \- 7.4 miles - Pukekohe's Pioneer Cottage \- 13 min drive \- 7.4 miles - Karaka Sales Complex \- 15 min drive \- 8.3 miles #### Getting around - Pukekohe Station - 14 min drive - Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪BP - ‬15 min drive - ‪Autobahn Café - ‬15 min drive - ‪SuMei - ‬13 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Evergreen Cafe - ‬15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond? ### What time is check-in at Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond? ### What time is check-out at Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond? ### Where is Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond located? ## Have a question? 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