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Privacy and romance, life by the beach

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Bird's eye view
Beach
Sandy Bay
Aerial view
Pool

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Waiheke Island, Auckland
  • Palm Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oneroa Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Mudbrick Vineyard
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ardmore (AMZ)
    ‪370 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Privacy and romance, life by the beach

Overlooking the pristine waters of secluded Sandy Bay and the Hauraki Gulf, this hidden gem nestles in a sunny, verdant oasis just 50 metres from golden sand. This property is a veritable paradise for either a young family, or for couples seeking privacy and romance far from the madding crowds. You are perfectly positioned to embrace the simple pleasures of life by the beach! Relax and enjoy quality time on the large sun-drenched deck and listen to the waves or pop down for a swim at the safe all-tide swimming beach or unwind beneath the trees while the children play in the spacious garden! And there's more: just around the corner is Enclosure Bay, a huge natural swimming pool at high tide, with waters warmed by the sun.

This charming cottage is peaceful and private, stylish and yet still retains the quintessential bach charisma. There is an open plan kitchen, dining & living area, with a wood burner to keep you warm in winter and an elegant indoor bathroom to meet your every need. There is also a separate and unique outdoor bathroom with shower, toilet, sink and califont; you will love it! The bedroom has a super comfy double bed, and the bunks are suitable for three to fifteen year olds.

From this location, equidistant from Oneroa Bay and Palm Beach, you can launch your own boat and enjoy a spot of fishing. You can hire SUP boards at Palm Beach for a change of pace or explore the many, fabulous walking tracks in the area. A short drive will take you to Oneroa village with cafes, restaurants, bars, shops, library and art galleries to indulge the senses. You are close to wineries, the golf course and the supermarket: it is the ideal base to explore the wonders of Waiheke.

Property manager

richard116

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The bunk beds are best suited to 3 to 15 years
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 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

About the area

Waiheke Island

Located near the beach, Privacy and romance, life by the beach is in Oneroa, a neighbourhood in Waiheke Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Atawhai Whenua Reserve and Te Haahi-Goodwin Reserve, while Waiheke Community Art Gallery and Whittaker’s Musical Museum are cultural highlights. Power boating 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 cycling nearby.
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Waiheke Island, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Oneroa Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Palm Beach - 7 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Oneroa Beach - 10 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Mudbrick Vineyard - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Onetangi Beach - 26 min drive - 6.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Te Matuku Bay Oysters - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stonyridge Vineyard - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Farley's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Batch Winery - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Privacy and romance, life by the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Privacy and romance, life by the beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Privacy and romance, life by the beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Great location, easy beach access
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annabel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to be
Loved the house a huge outside deck. Beautifully decorated inside with everything I needed. Was even given a small amount of milk for my two night stayI’d stay again anytime
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet relaxing getaway
Wonderful stay at Sandy Bay. The cottage was really well equipped and Richard was in touch for all our needs. Would definitely be back
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clinton P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanting stay in Sandy Bay
Having the beach basically at the end of the driveway was awesome. Such a lovely spot away from the busier parts of Waiheke. It's a really cute and private location to relax and unwind.If I could change anything it would just be to have a larger bed. In the height of summer it was a bit hot and sweaty sharing the bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic
Lovely place to stay on Waiheke and a great location and small spot for a romantic weekend away
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy Cottage
We were fortunate to be able to book this lovely cottage on the wonderful island of Waiheke. The location was perfect equidistant to the villages of Oneroa and Ostend. A perfect little beach was just below a very steep driveway, which we gradually got used to. The cottage was very comfortable, but the furnishings need to be refurbished. Very comfortable bed! No AC, but was never needed. Good ventilation. Outside deck and excellent umbrella was wonderful place to relax, and eat meals. Great big table and comfortable chairs. We would definitely stay again! Mel & Marilyn
Stayed 27 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Whare was lovely n charming. The host Richard too. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

lyla r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Honeymoon Beach Stay
The cottage was lovely and peaceful and in a great location on the island. It is a very old structure and with that it has its quirks. I do think some additional information on the mechanics of house itself would have been helpful for us and good for future renters, specifically on the use of water of conserving water if needed. During our stay we ran out of water which was quite a surprise, it was fixed promptly. I think overall some of the basic and bonus amenities on the rental listing were a bit disappointing and made us feel we did not get our true moneys worth on rental due to time wasted fixing things or not being able to use cause it was broken. Only one burner worked on the stove range. Washing machine had rotten sitting water when we went to use it, had to clean it before being able to use ourselves. Almost empty dish soap and shampoo/conditioner. Kayak equipment was in shambles had to fix paddle and seat to be able to use. Overall house was littered in spider webs. The additional company of spiders really didn't bother us but can't say the same for future renters. Also there was a dead bird in garage. With that said, we did love the charm of the Bach and Richard was helpful and responsive when water stopped working.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is quiet and well maintained. But was without water supply from the afternoon before our departure the next day. This was very disappointing given the price we were paying. No shower facility and also no toilet. We used the public toilet at the nearby beach. However, this is about 250 metres away down a VERY steep driveway and then a very challenging walk back up. Especially in the dark on our Saturday night at the house and the next morning. Our requests for attention went unanswered. The gardener trimming the plants on the very steep driveway had asked us on the Friday whether we had water as he had thought the tank was low. Of course, we thought that given the price we were paying for the property we should not have to be responsible for water supply. Very disappointing for an otherwise pleasant property. Rated POOR for Condition because of no water. Michael
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by richard116

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Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish