Chalet

Secluded Beachfront Hideaway

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Whites Bay Waiheke Island rental home
Aerial View
Grass lawn Waiheke Island holiday house
View from back of holiday bach Waiheke
Walk out to your own dock

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Awaawaroa Bay, Waiheke Island, Auckland
  • Man O' War Vineyards
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Onetangi Beach
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Palm Beach
    ‪63 min drive‬
  • Ardmore (AMZ)
    ‪316 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

+1
1 Single Futon, 2 Single Bunk Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Cabin

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Balcony

About this property

Secluded Beachfront Hideaway

Step straight off the verandah onto the beach ............

If you're wanting to escape it all then this is the place for you. Accessible by 4x4 only, or by boat or helicopter this property is situated on 50 acres of native bush. Surrounded by beautiful bush walks, farm animals (including sheep, peacocks, chickens, ducks and other exotic birds) this property is the epitome of privacy and seclusion.

Perfect for a romantic weekend away, or 2 families wanting to have a holiday together, a fishing weekend, or as an artists' retreat.

There is a wharf out from the cottage and pontoon in the bay. Jetty water depth is 2.7m at high tide and dry at low tide.

Great fishing spot for those who love fishing the bottom end of the island, dinghy available for your use.

This is a basic bach - 2 bedrooms upstairs - open plan with a small area downstairs that houses the kitchen / dining and lounge.. 25 mins drive time to Onetangi and approx 30-40mins to Oneroa.

Special conditions:
Smoking Permitted outside only.

Rates apply for 2 people.
$55 per extra person per night.
Total number of people that can stay in the boat house and cabin: 10

2 night min booking.
3 night min bookings over long weekends.
7 night min bookings over Christmas and New Year.

Recommended you bring your own books, games, cricket bats, fishing rods etc.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

Property manager

richard116

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Waiheke Island

Located in Waiheke Island, this chalet is on the waterfront. Passage Rock Winery and Awaroa Organic Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Whittaker’s Musical Museum and Ayrlies Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Awaawaroa Bay, Waiheke Island, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Wild on Waiheke - 33 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Man O' War Vineyards - 37 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Mudbrick Vineyard - 42 min drive - 24.9 km
  • Onetangi Beach - 56 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Palm Beach - 63 min drive - 18.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Te Matuku Bay Oysters - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Stonyridge Vineyard - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Farley's - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Batch Winery - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Wild on Waiheke - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Beachfront Hideaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Secluded Beachfront Hideaway located?

Situated on the waterfront, this chalet is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Te Makutu Bay and within 6 miles (10 km) of Passage Rock Winery and Rotoroa Island. Awaroa Organic Winery and Poderi Crisci are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David & Sandra B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waiheke Reunion
Thank you for your warm welcome, the excellent notes on what to expect & access details and allowing us to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of Whites Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot, highly recommend
Friends are still raving about the accomodation, even with some poor weather. Plenty of room for touch rugby and frisbee, swimming etc all within your own slice of paradise. Great for adults getaway, or bring the kids, we’ll be back probably with kids in tow next time I’d say.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Lloyd G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very nice house amazing location
Amazing location right on the beach. beautiful surroundings with peacocks, donkeys horses. Just a little bit dirty so could have done with a quick clean before we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just loved the location and Mike the caretaker was so accommodating and welcoming to the max
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S., Whangarei, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Thank you so much for having us at your property, what a great place! We can’t wait to come back and stay longer. Loved every bit of it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Logan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location We all had a great time.
Fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waterfront spectacular
We arrived by boat on a beautiful day. The waters edge property and manicured gardens are stunning. Owners were very generous and nothing was too much trouble. Thanks again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!!!
This place is seriously a special slice of paradise, you will not be disappointed. We have stayed on Waiheke every summer for the past 10years and this property was voted by our family as the most special of them all. And trust me we have stayed over the years at some very incredible places. If you are looking for a place to unwind, reconnect with family & friends and a location that you can’t even put a price tag on then this is the place for you. The accommodation is unique but the location is magical.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
New Zealand at its best.
This is a wonderful property on the waters edge. We had an outstanding holiday. The facilities were small and unusually arranged but we made good use of the outdoors which was superb so all was well. Kathy

8/10 Good

Dianne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stunning location but...
The Boat Shed at Whites Bay is a unique little spot, in a valley on the beach front. A converted boat shed with jetty right on the beach, with gorgeous valley grouns featuring peacocks, chickens, ducks and pigeons along with endearing little donkeys and some sheep. Unfortunately the Boat Shed needs some serious investment for it to be worth the premium being charged, given how far out of the way it is. The boat shed is draughty and cold, despite the wood burner, and the interior is 'petite' and in need of freshening up. Double glazing retrofit would work a treat. The cook top wasn't working (one element). A small investment would make the Boat Shed romantic, cosy and worth the money, and would then match the gorgeous site and privacy.

10/10 Excellent

angela k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot
This is an awesome private beach. The manager is lovely and very helpful. The kids loved the park like ground and animals. There was also lots of balls, games, board games and 2 kayaks to use. The beds in the house are good but the cabin ones not so much. It’s in a marine reserve so can’t fish off the beach but if you have a boat it’s no issue. Overall we loved this spot and it’s great for kids
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

Awesome recommend!
Great place, loved everything about this location. Truely majic! Would love to go back in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Incredible place.
Incredible place. The bach/boathouse has two large bedrooms. Living area small but with the magnificent surrounds who wants to be indoors! Would definitely recommend and we hope to stay again. The drive in is quite fun but 4WD essential.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Awesome spot! Would def go back.
Awesome spot! Would def go back. Kids were in heaven.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Right on the water is nice.
Right on the water is nice. Property Manager very helpful
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The property is secluded and very quiet which was fantastic.
The property is secluded and very quiet which was fantastic. There is everything you would need, even kayaks which was nice. There is nothing better than having a barbecue at the back of the property, overlooking the private beach and having the animals around you. Very highly recommended, and we will be back during our next visit in Auckland for sure!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

All the wild life around, big open spaces, sound of ocean at the window
All the wild life around, big open spaces, sound of ocean at the window
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our stay at Whites Bay.
We enjoyed our stay at Whites Bay. The bach is small, but nice. We enjoyed the use of the kayak and dingy, and swimming in the bay. The property manager was very friendly and helpful. We would recommend this property to those looking to get away to a more remote location.

About the host

Hosted by richard116

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Why they chose this property

Absolute beach front, this charming cedar holiday home is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. The beach is right at your doorstep and the sea marks your horizon. This private and inspiring setting is the perfect backdrop for the holidays. Set in a secluded and private bay, it boasts 50 acres of bird and animal life, from lambs to donkeys, peacocks, ducks, doves and parrots, not to mention the variety of native species and fauna. Waken to tuis and kereru and the music of lapping water then walk the many bush walks that cover this beautiful property..

This.2-bedroom Boathouse with separate cabin, and its own dock, is ideal for families or groups. It can host up to 10 guests. Accessible by 4x4, helicopter or boat, this one-of-a-kind Waiheke accommodation is the hallmark of romance and relaxation. And adventure! A tender is available to access your boat and the great fishing spots outside the Marine Reserve. There are 3 SUPs available for your use as well as 2 kayaks.

A large, flat grassy area right next to the beach—your very own beach—makes this hideaway a romantic retreat, with 2 heli-pads for a dramatic entrance. (Please contact our office for more details.)

What makes this property unique

Secluded and Private

Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish