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Beautiful native bush retreat

Cottage in Matakana with kitchen and patio

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Escape to a secluded hideaway in the New Zealand Native forest, where Mid Century furniture and natural beauty blend seamlessly. Unwind in the Japanese bath or Cedar tub nestled beneath Giant Puriri, then cozy up by the outdoor fire or snuggle into bed for a movie night with over 50 films to choose from.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful native bush retreat


Tranquil and relaxed getaway in a pristine New Zealand Native forest Setting. A short three minute stroll beneath a canopy of beautiful bush to find this secluded hideaway overlooking farmland and dramatic hills beyond.
Self contained open plan living, super comfortable bed with cool Mid Century pull out sofa bed for added guests. Indoor bathroom accessed by adjoining deck. (separate from main living space). Enjoy the outdoor bath and open shower open to the forest canopy or wonder through the beautiful bush to the Cedar tub nestled beneath Majestic Giant Puriri.

This comfortable space adorned with mid century furniture including record player and homewares made on site by SYML. This is a perfect place for you to relax and unwind.
Snuggle up in bed and watch Netflix or Disney on your very own super wide projection screen.

Enjoy the fantastic local walks close by, visit a vineyard or two or a stroll along Pakiri beach or just relax by the outdoor fire. Extra friends are $75NZD each.

Park next to the workshop off Smith road and 150m stroll down to the bush hut. Free to wander about and explore the native forest or pop up to the main house for a chat?

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 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

Property is also known as

Beautiful Native Bush Retreat Cottage
Beautiful Native Bush Retreat Matakana
Beautiful Native Bush Retreat Cottage Matakana

About the neighborhood

Matakana is home to this cottage. Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland and Heron's Flight are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dome Forest and Goat Island. Blue Adventures and Action Ninja World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Matakana, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Matakana Village - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Omaha Beach - 10 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Goat Island - 22 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Orewa Beach - 35 min drive - 46.9 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sheep World - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Smoke Junction BBQ - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Savan's Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pete & Mary's Eatery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Bridgehouse Lodge - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful native bush retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful native bush retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful native bush retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful native bush retreat located?

Situated in Matakana, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland and within 3 mi (5 km) of Matakana Weekend Market and Matakana Village. Matakana Cinemas and Blue Adventures are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Beautiful native bush retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 143 out of 165 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 165 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 165 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 165 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 165 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Spot!

Amazing spot, close to Matakana but also very private. Hot tub and outdoor bath/shower are amazing and fire and projector inside was a great addition to the house. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter getaway

Loved the bush location and convenience to local attractions. Enjoyed the outdoor bath, hot tub in the bush, movies on the big screen while in bed, cd player and fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A place to remember!!

We had and incredible experience, thr location was easy to find and extremely reserved. I would definitely book it again!! Thank you Mark for the easy communication and friendly smile!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to get away from it all

Lovely secluded place to get away from the hustle and bustle of life. Be aware that there is a walk through bush to get to the hut and the toilet and bathroom is in a seperate building. The outdoor bath is fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirka J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, Private, beautiful and homely

A beautiful cabin that has everything you need and more, the outdoor bath, shower and hot tub were all surrounded by the peaceful bush and private. A short drive to the village. Very nice stay. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Absolutely amazing. Super relaxing, tons of bird life and nature, nice to get away into the bush. Highly recommend this bush hut! ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bush paradise close to Auckland

A wonderful find surrounded by beautiful bush. Inside a airy space, stylishly designed with thoughtful touches. Every window frames the surrounding bush and the outdoor shower, bath and spa make it feel like a magical retreat. Better than I could have imagined.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wyatt

Had a wonderful stay at the Bush Hut! The location, property and environment were breathtaking. Located in the bush, you are surrounded by nature. Our stay was peaceful, relaxing and exciting! Mark and Sue were wonderful and excellent hosts. Mark is a local designer and built most of the furnishings inside and outside the home! Can not recommend the Bush Hut enough! It is a must stay if you are traveling near Matakana!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to recharge in nature

A beautiful property in a stunning natural bush setting. We loved exploring the bush paths, listening to the babbling stream and admiring the swifts and the fantails. Fun little path through the bush to the beautiful hot tub, but soaking in the outdoor bath at night with the trees lit up around you was just special. We appreciated all the details in the cabin, including the timber coasters and candle holders, diverse music selection, and the movie projector was a fun touch too. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace in the Bush

The 200 mtr walk through the bush to accommodation was a bit of a surprise, but delightful, never seen so many nikau palms in my life.The bathroom and toilet was outside around the side of cottage, needed shoes as it rained overnight. Mosquitoes are a problem for me but host kindly supplied can of bug spray.Fabulous double yolk eggs and ciabatta bread also supplied. Internet almost non existent but Xmas Day and Boxing day was good then nothing after that but we were prepared. Made full use of outdoor bath but the hot tub was another 250 mtr walk so didn't bother with it.If you want solitude this is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really sweet place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical at Matakana

What a great experience had at this little gem
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Total peace and relaxation

Beautiful peaceful getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Matakana magic

This place had everything we needed from the moment we got there from the little bush walk to the absolute gem of the hot tub & everything else in between that would satisfy ones need for relaxation, rejuvenation & regeneration.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alison R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

Rustic and quiet with lovely outdoor hot tub, bath and shower. Very peaceful set amongst wonderful forest. Comfy bed and clean linen and towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eeva-Liisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape from life

Stunning location, nestled into the middle of the bush. Cozy bed and loved the outdoor shower and bath. Beautiful spot to slow down, listen to the birds and enjoy the beautiful trees. A very unique experience. Host went the extra mile in helping with the check in - thank you! Would love to do it again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A tranquil hidden gem. Quiet and lovely. Outdoor bath and shower were amazing

Owners were lovely and easy to deal with. Clean property and everything you needed was there
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Melissa B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great location

Fabulous Location....... recommend some form of lighting especially if you turn up once its dark as you wouldnt know where to go!! They do have a tourch to use once you arrive at the cabin but still not really ideal if you go out at night. Bath tub amazing ... hot tub amazing but kind of a add on... when we were relaxing could hear dog running up near the tub after its owner threw the ball and then could hear lots of talking from people at this property...., not very private nor relaxing whilst this is going on....description that its a 4/ 5 min walk also needs to be added. Bathroom was really stinky and kitchen sink needs a good scrub but was overall clean in towels and bedding. Mark and Sue great host when we messaged them about us coming in earlier they messaged an hour before check in to say it was ready accomadating this request, having no hot water first thing on Saturday morning we messaged Mark and he changed over the bottle within minutes but might want to check bottle before people arrive because no hot water to wake up to again isnt ideal however Mark was awesome and cut wood for us as hubby has hurt his hand. Overall experience at Bush hut was awesome not worth the price per night though. Mel and Rob
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dylan and Mirka J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Total Bliss

We spent a weekend here and loved everything about this property. Absolutely tranquil and relaxing place to rejuvenate and just switch off. Everything in the description reflects the reality and Susie and Mark are very kind, friendly and accommodating. Would love to come back again 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Ashton D.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not for us, improvements needed.

We ended up cutting our stay short as our expectations for this price point were not met - this is the underlying factor which our opinion was based off. We thought it would be best to raise our experience and suggestions to improve the property privately with the owners but received an indifferent response. Recommendations: - Solar lights for the path (even some signage) for late arrivals. It was a long walk in pitch black darkness and with no signage towards the bush hut on the trail we were unsure if we were going the right way. It was very unsettling and highlighted a concern for guest safety. - The listing should make guests aware to pack light as the path is narrow & unpaved, impractical for large suitcases. - Install a bathroom fan timer and heated towel rail. The later is a must because there are so many amenities at this property which require a towel. - Undertaking a more thorough clean, inside & out. We understand that this is an experience with nature but for how much is being charged, coupled with a service fee, we expected better. Overall not for us, a step above camping we can see how it may appeal to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

This is an amazing property, tucked away in the bush. A great place to relax, and nicely stocked with everything you need. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing mid century Kiwi cabin

Great little getaway 60mins from Auckland. We loved the tasteful decor and furnishings, amazing outdoor bath, shower and hot tub surrounded by native bush and birds. One of our favorite parts might have been the short walk through the bush to get to and from the home. Owners were great to deal with. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Diana S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

there is a difference between rustic & rusty

The glory has faded the price has not. That said, the bed was comfortable and trees & hot tub a delight . It just needs some TLC & chopped wood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private bush oasis

Walk through bush to a wonderful secluded spot. The hut is very comfortable. The water features: separate bathroom, outdoor bathroom with bath and shower, plus Japanese tub all add to the relaxed feeling. We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 days here and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo M., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wilderness wonderland

Pure bliss - we spent 2 nights here, would have loved to do more! The tropical (native) bush that surrounds the hot tub are a treat, Wood Pidgeon's and Fantails cruising around us. Was good to get away from technology for a couple of days, highly recommend this place if you want to just chill.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021