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Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view

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Dining
Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services, stereo
Dining
Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services, stereo
Exterior
Perched on a ridge overlooking Stanmore Bay, Kereru Cottage offers a tranquil retreat in the Whangaparaoa peninsula. Enjoy the peaceful setting surrounded by trees and sea views from your private garden, or relax inside with Netflix and Freeview HD on the new LED TV. A heatpump/air conditioner keeps you cozy, while some breakfast foods and basic cooking supplies are included.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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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.

Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view

Freshly renovated, Kereru Cottage is a delightfully quirky, cosy place to stay in the sunny Whangaparaoa peninsula, just 30 minutes from Auckland city.

Situated high on a ridge looking northward out across Stanmore Bay, you will enjoy the peaceful, semi-rural setting surrounded by trees, with a view of the sea. Kereru Cottage is a standalone building with its own driveway and garden, offering your own private space.

Suitable for families with young children, couples and small groups.

Come up the outside stairs and you enter Kereru Cottage through the sunny conservatory, which provides a warm and sheltered space for summer dining.

Inside, find the cosy lounge, master bedroom with double bed, second bedroom with another double bed, and semi-ensuite bathroom (accessible through either bedroom). The sofa in the lounge opens to provide a third bed if required.

A heatpump/air conditioner keeps the cottage toasty warm in winter and cool in summer. The lounge has a new LED TV with access to Netflix and Freeview HD.

The kitchen is equipped with an oven, microwave, tea and coffee facilities, and a dishwasher. Some breakfast foods, milk and basic cooking supplies are included.

Linen (bedding and towels) is included. A washing machine is located in the bathroom and free to use.

Kereru Cottage is fully self-contained. Guests have exclusive use of the first floor of the building. On the ground floor there is a separate unit where other guests may be staying. The garden and driveway/parking areas are shared between guests in the two units.

Your hosts live in the neighbouring property next door.

Choice of beaches nearby. Pool and leisure facilities at Stanmore Bay. Shopping at Whangaparaoa Plaza. Restaurants and supermarket up the road.

Native birds including tui and fantails frequent the bush around the property. If you're lucky, you might spot the namesake kereru (native woodpigeon)!

Special conditions: This property is strictly NO SMOKING anywhere on the grounds (inside or outside).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • 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
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Stanmore Bay, a neighborhood in Whangaparaoa, is home to this cottage. Silverdale Pioneer Village and Bohemian Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Westfield Albany Shopping Centre and Auckland Night Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Auckland Adventure Park, or check out an event or a game at North Harbour Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arkles Bay, Whangaparaoa

What's nearby

  • Big Manly Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Little Manly Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Orewa Beach - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Snowplanet - 14 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Long Bay Beach - 28 min drive - 27.7 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Newmarket Station - 36 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Archer - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Esquires Coffee House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beer Spot Whangaparaoa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Local Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paraoa Brewing Co. and Events Centre. - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view located?

This family-friendly Whangaparaoa cottage is located in Stanmore Bay, within 3 mi (5 km) of Arkles Bay Beach, Little Manly Beach, and Big Manly Beach. Orewa Beach and Auckland Adventure Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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