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Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything

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Beach
Property grounds
Lounge
Lounge
Bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Mission Bay, Auckland
  • Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Spark Arena
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sky Tower
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living room

1 Double Futon

Master

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything

Perfectly situated in Mission Bay is this private self-enclosed cottage. This quaint little cottage sits adjacent to the main house and offers two parking space with its own dedicated entrance. The space offers a full kitchen with a two pot stove, dish washer, fridge, washing machine and 42 inch TV with Freeview. The lounge catches a considerable amount of sun and has sliding doors that open on both sides and pour out to a private, wraparound deck that overlooks our garden. There is a Heatpump offering heating and cooling all year around. The couch in the living is a double sleeper/foldout couch so we can accommodate an extra person if needed. There are sheets and towels along with shampoo or toiletries you may need. The bathroom has great water pressure with scorching hot water. All pots, pans and any kitchen utensils you could need are here, if you want to cook please go ahead. There are basic scullery items provided such as oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk on arrival. If you want to shop, Super market and Eastridge shopping Centre is only a few minutes walk from here. If you prefers to dine out then everything you need is a short walk away in Mission Bay. There are great Cafes along side a huge variety of different restaurants offering global cuisines. Unlimited wireless internet is provided in this cottage. The public transport is fantastic here and it is a short walk to catch the bus which will take you in to the city.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$70.00 per stay); Linen (included);

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Auckland

Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Orakei, a neighbourhood in Auckland. Queen Street Shopping District and Princes Wharf are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Auckland Zoo and Rainbow's End. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Spark Arena or Eden Park. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Mission Bay, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • University of Auckland - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Spark Arena - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 10 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Sky Tower - 13 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Orakei Station - 3 min drive
  • Gaunt Street Tram Stop - 12 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Day - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Eatery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪De Fontein - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sal's Authentic Ny Pizza Mission Bay - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything located?

Located in Orakei, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Kohimarama Beach, Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World and Point To Point Walkway. Sky Tower and Auckland Ferry Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km). Auckland Orakei Station is 24 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly hosts, lovely spot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind and David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Chic and super convenient
Lovely, boutique, one bedroom. Super convenient for the city and for shopping. The property description wasn’t totally accurate when we arrived but the owners were very responsive in making necessary updates.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 nights in Mission Bay over new year
Great place to stay in Auckland, highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central and lovey location
We really enjoyed our stay and will be booking again when we visit Auckland. Very central to Auckland City which helps when getting to appointments.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mission Bay/Auckland Oasis
This is a clean and comfortable unit walking distance to the beach and restaurants. The owners are delightful. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ami M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and great hosts!
Excellent little spot in Mission Bay! Sali and Brendon were friendly and accommodating. The unit is clean, private, and has everything you need (fridge, oven/hob, washing machine, etc.) Plus being able to have our dog stay with us is always a bonus. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie Mitton
This property was perfect for our needs. Location was beautiful, host were available if we needed but respected our privacy. We had a great stay while waiting for our rental. The perfect property in a great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in Auckland
A lovely, tiny, cottage. Clean and neat. Outdoor deck with chairs and table. Close to shops and cafes. Friendly, considerate hosts.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clive P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay in a spotless accommodation
An ideal location for our short trip. A bit of a tight squeeze for 3 adults but doable for a short break. Slightly too open plan wrt bathroom to bedroom to living area. That said it was very clean and the owner was extremely helpful, close at hand and generous. I’d recommend this as a good base in a pleasant suburb away from Auckland central - being about 15 minutes away by taxi.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

colin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and wonderful hosts
My wife and I wanted a place to stay for two weeks which was nearby Meadowbank Retirement Village where my mother is now staying. We wanted somewhere where we could come and go as we liked, and where we could have breakfast and other meals in if we liked. The cottage fitted all our requirements and there were some nice bonuses with a shopping centre nearby and an easy walk down to Mission Bay for meals including Azabu and the Belgium Beer Cafe. Hosts Sali and Brendon were very friendly and helpful and they even invited us to watch the NZ v Argentina Rugby game on Sunday morning 9th July 2023 with them!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael N., Perth, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not what we expected
Pros: great location, close to everything, 25 min walk to beach. Cons: very small. The overall footprint of the cottage was smaller than an average hotel room. Fenced backyard was unusable as it was a small putting green with artificial grass. We travelled with 2 dogs so we had to walk them out into the street for their business. Not really suitable accommodation if you bring pets.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ursula C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Forest Retreat
This is a perfect small self-contained "sleep-out" with everything you need for a comfortable stay. It adjoins the pool and garden area of the main house but has plenty of privacy. We loved the peaceful outlook from the main room and bedroom - a curtain of native trees including an impressive kahikatea, as well as kanuka, pohutukawa and ti kouka. It felt like a forest retreat in a super handy location for accessing the eastern bays of Auckland.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little retreat
We stayed at Godden Cottage after flying into Auckland from Australia. It was the perfect little hideaway to rest and recuperate before heading off on the rest of our NZ adventure! We had everything we needed to spend the night in and we were super close to shops and Mission Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marsha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family video sit.
Very nice and clean and friendly hosts. Thank you Sali and Brendon.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really comfortable and well appointed accommodation. Lovely hosts made things easy and hassle free.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

rachel w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great place and suited our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for Short Stay
Great hosts and Great area. Not really suitable for more than 3 people or it could a bit cramped. Awesome hosts and all the facilities for a quick getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rajan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Great place, very clean, all amenities provided. Very friendly hosts. Super fast wifi!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place
Absolutely gorgeous wee property with fabulous friendly hosts. Great location and we even woke to bird sing every morning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philipa B., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!!
My mother-in-law and partner were very happy with their overnight stay at Godden Cottage and from my perspective communication and check in information were great, thanks so much!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Haydn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, handy and super-friendly hosts.
My daughter and I stayed here for 2 nights and were delighted by how clean, comfortable and handiness of location for this bach. Brendan and Sali are lovely, friendly hosts as well :)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab experience!
My sister and I had a great night away. Lovely place in a lovely area, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
No address on website
Very private little setting

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
A lovely one bedroom apartment ! White and bright surrounded by trees .. great location and lovely hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

About the host

Hosted by Godden_Cottage

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What makes this property unique

Private, peaceful and relaxing making it feel like a Country setting

Languages:

English, Swedish