Title: Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access. Cottage in Auckland with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116520000/116511900/116511885/6d965eba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116520000/116511900/116511885/e9e14e13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116520000/116511900/116511885/34a0bfad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116520000/116511900/116511885/e7919cf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116520000/116511900/116511885/b67567c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access. provides amenities, such as laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Parking available - 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. ### Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access. Welcome to Palm Villa, your chic coastal escape. This stand alone two bedroom unit is beautifully styled and is just a short stroll from the beach, restaurants, shops, and convenient public transport. Discover a bright, modern space with elegant furnishings, modern amenities, and thoughtful touches throughout. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a smart TV and your own private heated spa. Whether you're here to explore or unwind, Palm Villa offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and location. Wifi | Fast and Unlimited Convenient In-unit top loading washing machine Browns Bay at your doorstep Self-check-in book and check in within minutes This unit is in a great location to explore the North Shore beaches within a 5-15 minute drive. Why you will love Palm Villa 🌴New modern, warm and spacious stand alone unit 🌴Modern fully tiled bathroom 🌴Two seperate bedroom areas 🌴Spacious open plan living area 🌴Full Kitchen with new appliances 🌴Indoor/outdoor flow onto a patio 🌴Air-conditioning the living areas 🌴Private 4 person heated spa 🌴 Smart TV with a free Netflix account WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE LOCATION 📌 Browns Bay Beach Reserve is within a 5 minute walk 📌 Westfield Albany is within a 10-minute drive 📌 Waiake Beach is within a 8-minute drive 📌 Milford Shopping Centre is within a 14-minute drive 📌Long Bay Beach is within a 15-minute drive 📌 Devonport is within a 27-minute drive 📌SkyCity is within a 27-minute drive 📌Auckland Art Gallery is within a 29-minute drive 📌 Auckland War Memorial Museum is within a 29-minute drive Note: Driving times are an indication only and may change due to traffic or weather WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOST Your hosts Riaan and Elana love living in Browns Bay and we love to support local. We is just a phone call away, and we are ready to help you from 8 am to midnight. If you need recommendations for local attractions or reservations or have any other questions, we're here to help. WHERE YOU’LL SLEEP 🛏️Main Bedroom : Queen-sized bed and double wardrobe 🛏️Bedroom 2 : Double bed and single wardrobe GUEST ACCESS \*Palm Villa is a stand alone 2 bedroom unit \*You have full access to your accomodation \*The property is secured with a passkey on the front door \*You will have your own parking INTERACTION WITH GUESTS ℹ️ Before Arrival: We will make sure you have all the information you require to ensure an easy arrival, including clear and detailed self-check-in instructions ℹ️After Arrival: We like to message you occasionally during your stay and are happy to provide additional recommendations if asked ℹ️Support: In the unlikely event you have an issue with the accommodation, we always respond as soon as possible to guests' messages, so rest assured you're in good hands GETTING AROUND \*You are within walking distance of most places, including supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants \* Public transport such as buses, ferries, and trains are all nearby \*Uber rides and taxis are also readily available OTHER THINGS TO NOTE \* Breakfast is not provided with this listing, but you do have basics like tea, coffee and some spreads - please do take the chance to enjoy some of Auckland's beautiful cafes \*Be respectful to the house and neighbours, with no disturbance to the neighbourhood. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund at the host's decision, regardless of policy and booking in place \*Strictly no parties or large gatherings without approval. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund at the host's decision. Check-In and Check-Out: Guests to provide expected check-in time - will we do our best to cater to early check-in requests. Guests to provide expected check-out time(latests being 10am) and acknowledge the property will be scheduled for cleaning just after the time they have provided(late check-outs will incur a cleaner turn away charge or a full day rental). Guest must view check-in guide prior to arrival to familiarise themselves with the check-in process. During Your Stay: Please be considerate of the neighbours by being courteous and keeping the noise down after 10 pm. Please report any breakages or damage sustained to the unit during your stay as it allows us to repair/replace it in time for the next guests. Guest to comply with all rules in messages, check-in guides, house manuals or as posted in any building. Lost Property: We will do our best to find and return any reported lost item. All cost involved with retuning lost items including time taken is chargeable. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - 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 - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - 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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 Long-term renters welcome 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 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 ## About the area ![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-36.71873%2C174.74466&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_p974vHP3IyheIBKYDlLjxKwX-U=) Auckland, Auckland #### What's nearby - Browns Bay Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Waiake Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Aickin Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles - Rangitoto College - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - Sky Tower - 18 min drive - 13.0 miles #### Getting around - Auckland Grafton Station - 20 min drive - Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 43 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Sweet As Cafe - ‬14 min walk - ‪Common Grounds - ‬12 min walk - ‪Dong Chun Hung - ‬14 min walk - ‪St Pierre's Sushi - ‬11 min walk - ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access.? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access. located? > Located in Browns Bay, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Browns Bay Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of AUT Millennium and Massey University. Westfield Albany Shopping Centre and Long Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Your coastal escape. Walk to the beach. Private spa, whole house access. Reviews 10 ### 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bemily R. 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great spot close to beach, shops and National Aquatic Centre. Wonderful hosts - very responsive and helpful. ##### Bemily R. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Malua L. 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful Villa, we enjoyed our stay thank you so much. 10/10 rating for sure!!! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0e2bf117-123b-41c8-aee8-0fc2a4b06bfd-1754175195898.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Malua L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bianca B. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Getaway Definitely a 10/10! We really enjoyed staying at this absolutely marvellous property! Great location! Check in was easy and communication from host was effective. The property is definitely prettier than the photos could even describe. Kitchen fully equipped with everything needed. Everything was really nicely prepared for our little stay and the host definitely put a lot of effort into the decor and making it really special. Will definitely recommend this special place to more people. ![Clean towels for each guest](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0d00ed3a-233a-4ac9-b3c3-d6bf0dcc35a6-1748846305958.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Good and expensive quality bedding and beds](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cbfe6a19-f6be-4a9e-9e62-3449add9e2e5-1748846357556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Everything you need for a special cup of tea or coffee ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f3716165-77b4-4d73-bf7b-6e743fbfe35e-1748846452996.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Beautiful decor](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/a50f4d0d-55ba-4904-92ae-dd27fddb466f-1748846535185.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Bianca B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025