Title: Te Whau Retreat - Main House 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 # Te Whau Retreat - Main House Holiday home in Waiheke Island with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Te Whau Retreat - Main House ![Interior - Te Whau Retreat - Main House (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115830400/115830347/c7278495.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Te Whau Retreat - Main House (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115830400/115830347/3f00f3dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Te Whau Retreat - Main House (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115830400/115830347/4e2a2f68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Te Whau Retreat - Main House (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115830400/115830347/971d59cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Te Whau Retreat - Main House (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115830400/115830347/0ed98edc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Te Whau Retreat - Main House provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Fireplace ## 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. ### Te Whau Retreat - Main House Te Whau Retreat is a contemporary architect designed home with exceptional comfort. Step into a grand open-plan living space where floor-to-ceiling glass frames the ever-changing coastal landscape. Wide oak floorboards, minimalist art, and bespoke furnishings evoke a quiet elegance throughout the home. The chef ready kitchen is designed for featuring premium modern appliances and a generous island bench. Besides the dining space inside, there is a separate living room just outside the living area, complete with a modern fireplace, plush seating and plenty of plants and a sunshine ceiling — all opening out to the expansive, north-facing covered verandah, perfectly positioned for sunshine and sea breezes all day long. Soak up the sunshine by the swimming pool, surrounded by native bush and manicured gardens, you can swim or float facing the sea views, or just have a reading in the verandah just beside the pool. Sleeping Arrangements - 4 King Bedrooms Master Suite: King bed \*1 Guest Suite: King bed \*1 Bedroom 3: King bed \*1 Bedroom 4: King bed \*1 Each stay incurs a $450 charge for quality linen, towels and exit clean so you have nothing to do but relax, refresh and enjoy. The property is not to be used for any parties or gatherings. Families & mature groups only. Note: Separate fully equipped guest house and cottage are available for hire to accommodate staff or extended family for an extra fee. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115840000/115830700/115830662/f4452e44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Whau Retreat - 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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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. ## About the area Waiheke Island is home to this holiday home. Waiheke Museum & Historic Village and Stony Batter Historic Reserve are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Howick Village Saturday Market and Botany Town Centre. Whittaker’s Musical Museum and Ayrlies Garden are also worth visiting. 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