Title: Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6226561&destination=Tawharanui%2C+Auckland+Region%2C+New+Zealand&selected=37994288&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge ## Photo gallery for Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge ![TV, books - Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge (Tawharanui Peninsula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37994300/37994288/cf371691.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge (Tawharanui Peninsula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37994300/37994288/eb057b2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge (Tawharanui Peninsula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37994300/37994288/44d48b65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, beach towels - Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge (Tawharanui Peninsula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37994300/37994288/46beb85e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books - Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge (Tawharanui Peninsula)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37994300/37994288/e9a20b35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In a tranquil setting near Tawharanui Park, Kaka Lodge offers an airy retreat with expansive gardens and fabulous views. Lounge in the garden or explore nearby beaches, including Christian Bay beach at the end of the drive and Anchor Bay on the Tawharanui Peninsula. Flexible sleeping arrangements mean that bedrooms can be tailored to your needs. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space £305 includes taxes & fees 1 Apr - 2 Apr ## 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. ### Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge A light, airy space, all on the ground floor and accessible to those with mobility limits. The entry leads to a combined kitchen diner and lounge with sliding doors to the expansive garden. Heating is by underfloor heating, topped up if needed with electric heaters in each room. The house design means that the rooms stay comfortable even in the hot summer days. Outside has large lawns, games, barbeque area, seating, fabulous views and protected bush. Because of our close proximity to Tawharanui Park we are graced by many native bird species which are rare in other places. The two bedrooms and one bathroom are on the ground floor and accessible to those with mobility limits. Flexible sleeping arrangements mean that Bedroom 1 can be two singles or a Super King Double, Bedroom 2 is a queen double. The large bathroom has a walk-in shower, hand basin, toilet and heated shower rail and toiletries all provided. Both bedrooms have built in wardrobes and there are spare linen and towels, beach towels and extras to make your stay convenient, and if you have forgotten essentials such as toothpaste, we have an honesty box system with these ready for you. Cots (and linen etc) are also available on request. The lodge is set in lawned and sculpted gardens with bush walks for the more adventurous. Look out onto Kawau Island and the sea. Take a stroll to the end of the drive for the Christian Bay beach, or a short drive to some of New Zealand's most beautiful beaches and reserves including Anchor Bay on the Tawharanui Peninsula, Omaha, Goat Island Marine Reserve, Te Arai and Pakiri. Locally you will find a plethora of vineyards, breweries, cafes and restaurants. The Matakana Saturday market is a must, and the boutique 3 screen cinema is lovely. We are conveniently close to some of the most popular wedding venues in the area if that is why you are visiting - but make sure you plan for longer to fully appreciate the area! If you love art there are galleries and sculpture trails. There is golf at Warkworth and Omaha, sailing, diving and any water sport you can imagine. There are many walking tracks and reserves to be found locally too. The Lodge is adjoined to Ruru Lodge (above) and the hosts main residence. The space is tranquil and to keep this we do not accept bookings for party occasions. and ask for quiet after 11pm. If this is not suitable for you, please cancel the booking and if you do not respect this we will ask you to leave. Kaka Lodge can be booked as a 2 bed (this listing) or 4 bed option (http://www.bookabach.co.nz/holiday-accommodation/p20044035) depending on how many family and friends you are bringing along. If there are less of you, consider Ruru Lodge (http://www.bookabach.co.nz/holiday-accommodation/p20043474) or Kakariki Rooms (https://www.bookabach.co.nz/holiday-accommodation/p7852907) Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$88.00 per stay); Linen (included); ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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It is important that you are aware that we are not a party destination and ask for quiet after 11pm. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 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 Located in Tawharanui, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dome Forest and Goat Island, while Matakana Cinemas and Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail are cultural highlights. Action Ninja World and Blue Adventures are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Tawharanui travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tawharanui.dx6226561) [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-36.37120%2C174.79393&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=EsMsEQXz-s1E7u6ilyCRV4aI_UM=) Tawharanui Peninsula, Matakana ### What's nearby - ![Beautiful spot - natural, peaceful. A real sanctuary for birds , animals & people! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111684/de906ee2-1f79-47c4-a345-464b7066d8ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tawharanui Regional Park 6 min drive \- 1.7 miles - ![Little farms and orchards with oceanic bay on the background. Auckland, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6246134/581968e2-3716-4004-9a19-ccc430702a12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Matakana Village 12 min drive \- 8.0 miles - ![Omaha Beach. Auckland, New Zealand. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Peaceful, beautiful setting for this spacious, convenient and modern Lodge 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 13 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne C. 12 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Alyson was great. It was definitely pet friendly which was important to us. Would return ##### Lynne C. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice S. 29 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Such a beautiful spot So lovely to spend time in This home. Beautiful property in a great spot. ##### Alice S. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zoe T. 20 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay Alysn is a great host! We were provided with everything we needed plus some lovely little extras for our baby when we mentioned we would like a porta cot. Check in and out was easy and the place was nice and warm and had everything we needed. The only thing we found fault in was the shower which didn’t have much pressure and went from hot to cold often but that was no big deal as everything else was excellent. Thanks Alysn & husband, we had a lovely stay. ##### Zoe T. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy S. 7 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely short getaway Great short holiday near a fantastic beach (Tawharanui). It was pretty cool to hear kiwis at night in the nearby bush. ##### Cathy S. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue T. 5 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Holiday We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Found the owners amazing and so welcoming. If we were in the area again we wouldn't hesitate to try and stay again. The location was very convenient for all the things we wanted to do. Thank you Sue ##### Sue T. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### kerry n. 5 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Breakaway An exquisite property set on the top of a hill in the countryside. The owner was so accommodating and went above and beyond to make our overnight stay special for our family. What an amazing experience, we will definitely be back for a longer stay next time. ##### kerry n. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### katie w. 23 Apr 2019 #### Wonderful weekend A wonderful bach in a superb location! We had a gorgeous Easter weekend break at Kotare House. The cottage is immaculate, very comfortable and has beautiful art. There are so many thoughtful added extras from breakfast items to toiletries. Delightful hosts, great lawn games and lovely, gentle dogs for the children to play with. Tawharanui regional park and beach has enough for days and days of interesting walks, bird spotting and beach play. A very relaxing and nurturing break for all of us. ##### katie w. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bridget M. 18 Feb 2019 #### Location, Style and Attention to detail Large 2 bedroom apartment on lower level of large private house. Immaculate inside with modern furnishings, great artwork (some by the host) and excellent kitchen with new appliances - stove, fridge etc. Garden and surround amazing - natural 10 acre(?) bush for wonderful walk, and if you're lucky can see a kiwi. Also a 15 min or so walk to small beach and short drive to other beaches near by. Hosts Alysn and Brian ensure all welcome - families and their dogs.....great company for their own two mature but playful border collies! Perfect for a romantic getaway or fun with friends. ##### Bridget M. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tina S. 30 Jan 2019 #### Great location and highly recommended Great location. Lovely hosts. Clean, spacious and comfortable accommodation. ##### Tina S. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol W. 23 Jan 2019 #### Comfortable Lovely comfortable apartment. Gorgeous views. We enjoyed our stay, thanks. ##### Carol W. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sophie B. 6 Jan 2019 #### Peaceful, clean with thoughtful touches A beautiful two bedroom place, clean and tidy. The friendly host were welcoming and provided thoughtful touches to make the stay even more enjoyable. Good facilities and beautiful souroundings with the native bush and bird life. A perfect location, 5mins drive from the stunning Tawharanui beaches. A close to Matakana markets. Would love to come back again. ##### Sophie B. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### judy e. 29 Dec 2018 #### great spot, lovely place to stay Everything is perfectly set up for a lovely stay with thoughtful touches that make you feel right at home. Great spot to stay with lots to do in the area. ##### judy e. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett H. 16 Oct 2018 #### Superb Helpful, generous and obliging hosts. Comfortable and well appointed property. Thank you so much, we hope to return to your wonderful location. ##### Brett H. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ---