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Comfortable retro bach, close to everything

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Entrance and private parking next to the house
The bach is set in a generous garden and has a north-facing deck
Outdoor dining table
View across the valley to Stony Ridge
Front deck looking West to the main house (behind the trees)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 430 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Anzac Bay, Auckland
  • Palm Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mudbrick Vineyard
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Onetangi Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ardmore (AMZ)
    ‪101 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Comfortable retro bach, close to everything

This cute bach has recently been renovated for comfort with an authentic twist. The house is ready for a wonderful holiday on stunning Waiheke Island. It has wrap around decks, with large, covered areas, so you can use the bbq anytime. Relax in mid-century style, mixed with contemporary highlights. Curl up on the couch and enjoy the eclectic book collection. Wander down the road to the famous Ostend market on Saturday mornings, walk the new Te Ara Hura walkway which goes straight past the bach, or enjoy some of the neighbourhood cafes. Bring or rent a car or bike for the short trip to any of the beautiful beaches - Palm Beach is only 5 minutes away by car.
This is a simple house with a semi-rural outlook. It does not have a sea view, but the closest beach is a 5 minute stroll away. The cottage has its own off-road parking and sits on over half an acre of landscaped grounds, approx 30m from the main residence. A great base for a short stay or extended holiday on the island.

Doing some work on the island? The bach has unlimited free UFB WIFI and we can offer black and white printing if you need it. Reasonable printing charges apply.

We have a simple wall mounted TV with DVD and Chromecast, stream video from your mobile device or laptop, great for personal use, won't overwhelm the lounge.

Available all year round, for short stays and longer holidays. It has been insulated, and we have good heating, extra blankets for cold nights and plenty of hot water bottles to keep your feet warm, but hey we hardly ever get frosty nights on the island.

Special conditions:
No fences around the property, may not be suitable for small children.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

jansnapnz

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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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
This property uses wind, solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waiheke Island

Located in Ostend, a neighbourhood in Waiheke Island, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Dead Dog Bay and Whittaker’s Musical Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Howick Village Saturday Market and Botany Town Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Anzac Bay, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Wild on Waiheke - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Tantalus Estate - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Palm Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Mudbrick Vineyard - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Onetangi Beach - 10 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Panmure Station - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Te Matuku Bay Oysters - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stonyridge Vineyard - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Farley's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Batch Winery - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable retro bach, close to everything pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable retro bach, close to everything?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable retro bach, close to everything?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable retro bach, close to everything located?

Located in Ostend, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Anzac Bay, Putaki Bay and Wild on Waiheke. Goldie Vineyard and Shelly Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 111 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barb L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little place
Centrally located - close to supermarket and Buses and beach just down the hill. So easy to get around from hereVery quiet, apart from bird song.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winery weekend
Lovely stay - tidy and retro bach, welcoming hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility plus
Away from the business of Waiheke at the peak season yet only a 10 minute walk to Ostend village and the bus to the beaches, this place was perfect for myself and my mum. Jackie and Jan were lovely hosts offering us homemade bread and the beans growing that they had in abundance. Beds fabulously comfortable. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiwiana bach
Cute little getaway. Perfect for a few days. Real minor grumbles - theres lots of mozzies (bring mortien and lavender oil), the kettle switch is temperamental and there's no oven. Apart from that we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab stay
Lovely stay and a lovely host. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greig W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mid week getaway
Absolutely stunning kiwi bach perfectly located!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little batch
We had an awesome stay here. We loved the character of the place and it had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Great bach in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retro Heaven
Cute little retro property with comfy beds. Nice and neat, warm and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ostend cottage
Clean and comfortable retro cottage Would happily return
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So good we will be back
Lovely couple hosting, beautiful place, very nostalgic, we had a great time and were very comfortable. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a clean affordable bach to stay at on Waiheke
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Demi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay
The bach was so cute! Very neat and tidy and had everything we needed. My Mum who was a kid in the 70s loved all of the retro furnishings and decor, such a neat place to stay! Thanks very much for having us, we hope to visit again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Paddy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
So cute
Beautiful styling of this retro bach! Comfortable and very clean. Not in the most scenic part of Waiheke, but if you don't have a car, only a 10-15 minute walk to bus and supermarket and cafes. Good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

barbara g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant place and lovely people
We can’t think of a single way this bach could have been better. We loved it. Very comfortable and well provisioned and close to market, shops, water and bus. And lovely generous hosts. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bach
Everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay
Comfy beds, lots of coat hangers,well equipped kitchen, good shower, ex clothes line, lovely garden full of greens we were invited to eat. Close to all buses and to Supermarket. 11 out of 10. They thought of every thing
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiwi retro paradise
Everything we needed. Great themed style. Comfortable and clean bed with great shower pressure. Needed a car to get around but we had this… beautiful fresh made bread on arrival… thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

denise r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the bach
really lovely bach that is well supplied with everything you need, we loved it here, and Jan was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
Easy to access, yet off the main road so it was peaceful. It gave us a peaceful rest - just what we needed. Really appreciate the commitment to the environment. Loved the birds. And very quick responses to any questions or needs we had. Thanks very much for hosting us
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb place to stay
What a marvelous Bach to stay in ..would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and hosts
Everything we needed for a week stay in Waiheke. The beds were comfy and we had everything we needed. The hosts were nice and like the rest of Waiheke, the area was great.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane H., Auckland New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waiheke island weekend
Ideal place to stay for our weekend. Everything we needed Walking distance to Ostend : Saturday farmers market, supermarket, buses (Good bus service on the island) Highlights freshly baked sourdough Saturday morning. Definitely order if you can.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S., Lower Hutt

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Retro bach
Lovely bach to stay in. Exactly as described and very comfortable! An easy walk way from Ostend village which has a supermarket, a lovely fine foods shop ( best pies ever! ) and an interesting market on Saturday morning. Jan makes sourdough bread on a Saturday we discovered so ordered a loaf. We would recommend everyone who stays - order one ( or two! ) its fabulous!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super relaxing and comfortable.
Fabulous, clean, cosy, lacking nothing. Superb location and host delivered us a fantastic loaf of bread. Great for children, easy and plenty of parking. Lovely outdoor deck table and chairs. We loved this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A proper Waiheke bach; clean and in great condition
We really enjoyed our stay in this character property. It was exactly as represented by the description and pictures, and the other reviews we read. The host greeted us on arrival then gave us our privacy during our stay. We made good use of the books and the bbq, and the hooks by the door for hanging togs and towels to dry. Good water pressure in the shower. A charming and spacious bach, and it was lovely and clean. (I read another review where ants were commented on - ants are everywhere on Waiheke.) Only downside is if you're home during the day on a weekday there is some truck noise from the transfer station nearby. Great fish and chip shop nearby in Ostend shops; little unassuming yellow building.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by jansnapnz

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What makes this property unique

Wander down to tranquil Anzac Bay or hop in the car to any of the fabulous Waiheke beaches

Languages:

English, French, German, Dutch