A great private, secluded spot with the reassurance that help was close by if needed. A very fresh, clean interior, tastefully decorated with everything there to make our stay comfortable including breakfast! Just needed a week to enjoy all it and the surrounds had to offer. Hope I'm back one day!

Beautifully styled interior and located near some lovely coves perfect for kids. A great toy box for little ones to be entertained with too. The only negative was the mattress was not overly comfortable.

Great place to stay. Simon and Sophy's Cottage is clean, warm, family friendly and with a spectacular sea view out of window. Close to town center, beautiful beaches. If you want to enjoy your peaceful private time and escape from your stressful life for a while, Simon's cottage will provide your everything as you need. Andrew Song

Scenic bush surround, close to beaches and local amenities. Very cute, clean and well maintained cottage.

An excellent stay at a beautiful cottage with all essentials provided. Welcome back was a great touch

The place was wonderful. There is a full kitchen, high speed wifi internet, 2 bedrooms and a great view. Highly recommended.

Perfect location to visit the beautiful beaches.

Simon and Sophie are a very nice couple and did everything and more to make us feel home away from home. The secluded place is simply stunning, having an amazing bush and ocean view with a charming cottage that has been given a full and absolutely meticulous revamp and is geared up with all amenities one can wish for. Should there be anything more you`d fancy, rest assured they will sort it out for you. We`d highly recommend them as hosts and their lovely little cottage to everyone.

This was one of the best airbnb experiences we ever had! Eve is a fantastic host - great conversation the whole stay, great tips about the area and at least : an absolutely beautiful house! Super close to the ocean, just a few minutes to walk! M boyfriend and I really wished that we could stay longer. It was the perfect end for our stay in NZ. Thanks eve!

Everything was amazing! The suite is beautiful and brand new. Eve and her husband were so nice and even let us stay later the next day until we had to leave to catch our flight. Would definitely recommend!

Eve's place felt like a home away from home. It was bright, modern, clean, spacious and very comfortable. Eve herself was incredibly friendly with great communication and willing to help out any way she could. I would definitely recommend a stay at Eve's place

Eve's place was absolutely lovely and very homely. She was quick with communication and willing to help with all our questions. The place was really tidy and it was easy to accommodate our late check in & check out - would definitely recommend :)

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Nice, spacy and clean accomodation, close to Auckland and also to a lot of beautiful beaches. Kind and friendly hosts. Thanks for everything, Silke and Harry

Great apartment, seems newly renovated. Very uncomplicated check-in

We really enjoyed our stay at Eve's, the place is newly renovated and clean and tidy. It has a separate bedroom, dining and living and private access plus off street parking. I would love to have extended our stay and relaxed!! Highly recommended :)

Entire private space for good holidays! Cozy, clean and spacious space for couple, with tons of books, DVDs and records where is an absolutely ideal place to relax and just enjoy simple life with people you like. There are also nice spaces for BBQ and hot tub outside of the room. Our host Sarah is generous and willing to help. We had a wonderful holidays and definitely come back again!

Sarah is an extremely generous host and the place is fantastic! She was able to make her garage into a very cozy place and we had no problem making ourselves comfortable during our stay. We always felt welcome to utilizing the home's features during our stay. We especially enjoyed the kayaks for a little adventure along the coast and relaxing in the spa while staring up at the stars in the evening was a great way of ending a day of wandering around Whangaparaoa. She was also able to give great advice on activities to pursue in the surrounding area and we are thankful to have given her place a try.

Sarah and Chris are so lovely. Their place is so perfect, clean and comfy. We loves our stay and would definately stay again! They even made us an Easter breakfast to wake up to and gave us tups about the local spots. Highly recommended best airbnb I've stayed! Thanks guys :)

Great place to stay, the best air BnB accom for me yet. Wish I could have stayed for longer. Great hosts.

I spent wonderful time. Really cheerful owners. Highly recommended to everyone.

This place is just great: good location, amazing and caring hosts, very clean, new, great views, tastefully decorated, big breakfast,... and the list goes on. we will be definitely back another time! Thank you Sarah and Chris

Sarah and Chris were great hosts, they met us when we arrived to say hello and gave good tips on places to try for dinner. The space had everything we needed, the bed was super comfy and shower strong. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend :)

The b and b was easy to find and Sarah and Chris were great hosts; the suite which is under the main house was quiet and secluded with good views off the large back balcony. They provided a nice breakfast. The room was of good size and the bed very comfortable. I had a dip in Arkle Bay at the foot of the hill which at the end of a warm day is recommended. Again, a very nice experience.

We stayed in the little flatlet under Sarah & Chris's house before doing a day trip to Tiritiri from Gulf Harbour. We even managed a visit to the Shakespear reserve in the late afternoon of the day we arrived (amazing views from the Lookout). The room was very clean, well laid out and very tastefully decorated with everything we needed (and more - pétanque for example). Sarah left us some food in the fridge, but also instructions as to where to get shopping and find a meal nearby. Access was easy using the key box. Chris and Sarah came down to say hello when they got back from work. We felt very welcomed and enjoyed the stay a great deal. Trisha

Another fantastic stay. What a gem

Shh - don't tell anyone! This place is spectacular and the perfect getaway for those seeking to get away from it all without having to drive for hours. Denise and Mark have supplied everything you might need making your stay feel like you're right at home. We stayed with our toddler who loved running around in the fully-fenced pool area, really easy to see her at all times. And the pool - wow - greatest pool and pool toys of all time, you will not be disappointed. Denise and Mark were wonderful and friendly hosts always ready to help. We can't wait to go back for the next mini-break.

What a awesome spot our kids had so much fun in the pool it was so relaxing for the parents to sit and relax while the kids played in the pool. The house was clean and tidy and the hosts were super friendly and welcoming.

Absolutely faultless!! At the end of a 10 day tour of NZ, this place was perfect to relax and unwind, the hardest part was deciding between the spa and the pool! The location is private, elevated and nothing but relaxing. Denise and Mark are warm friendly and genuine. One of Airbnb's gems!

Fantastic place, kids loved it and want to go back

Denise and her partner were such lovely host, the cabana was amazing with great views and the spa was a nice surprise. We would definitely come back here on our next trip to Auckland!

Will definitely be back! Was absolutely amazing

This was a great way to relax before returning home. We loved the pool, the open pavilion and beautiful setting. Everything was great

Fantastic place just to get away for a relaxing holiday by the pool.

This was a brilliant stay. We loved the apartment, it worked wonderfully with two little boys in tow. The only drawback, though we did find a way round it, was the driveway access in a large vehicle. The environment was one of peace and comfort.

We booked Andrew's place twice in one week, because we liked it very much. The host met us outside with a torch , helped us navigate the tricky driveway. The place itself is very nicely made, very clean and spacious. We really enjoyed the conservatory, the amazing garden and view. We would definitely recommend staying with Andrew

Andrew was very welcoming and showed us everything in the house. House was very well thought out, wonderfully clean and tidy and well-insulated. We really enjoyed our stay as it was very peaceful with birds singing in the morning. The beds and quilts were very comfortable! We couldn't ask for more. : ) We checked out Shakespear Park nearby (Andrew's suggestion) and found it to be a beautiful place for walks amongst the sheep and it has great views. We met Leigh on the last day when we checked out, what a lovely couple... Just a wonderful place to stay and even nicer hosts!

Our second stay at this accommodation. Absolutely perfect. Scenic quiet and comfortable. Ticks every box. Andrew is a friendly and very helpful host.

Andrew's apartment is a delightful place to retreat and relax after a busy day. A calm atmosphere prevails and everything is very clean and comfortable. The garden and river view provide a pleasant outlook and the location is ideal for embarking on a trip to Tiritiri Matangi. I highly recommend!

Very nice. Quiet and tranquil with lovely bush views from the conservatory. Super comfortable double bed. The place is brand new. Definitely will be staying again.

Great accommodation in a fantastic location. Helpful and friendly host.

Great. Comfortable. Friendly hosts. Our 7 year old son loved the treehut and trampoline. Beautiful view. Thanks.

Barbara & Rod were wonderful hosts. We stayed at their place for over a month. The unit is very comfortable and spacious for two people. It is within minutes of the beach, and we walked down to Arkles Bay almost every day. They were very accommodating and responsive to all of our requests, helping us with laundry, bringing us an office chair, and giving us various tips about the town. One thing to note is that you are in the downstairs part of a house. (It has been split off completely from the rest of the house, separate entrance, etc.). The one downside is that if you are a light sleeper you can hear the hosts above when they rise, which can be quite early. It's a good excuse to get outside and see some nature! Whangaparaoa is a suburban community about 40 minutes from Auckland (We didn't go down to Auckland much). It is a nice place to relax and see scenery. We took many day trips and one favorite was going to Tiritiri Matangi, a nature preserve island which is a short 20 minute ferry trip away.

Rob and Barbara are the perfect hosts. They are there if you need. The apartment meets the photos and has all the necessary. It is very well placed in Whangaparaoa. If you do not have a car, the bus stop is just opposite. We recommend it.

Barbara and Rod's place was spectacular. My schedule for the Masters' Games was pretty full so we did not get as much time there as we would have liked. Their home was lovely and had all we needed. The view and location were spectacular. Barbara and Rod were great hosts.

We had a lovely two nights at Barbara and. Rods apartment. They have thought of everything with little touches which make the place feel very homely. The views are nice and it is so quiet and restful. There are some shops just up the road if you need anything. They are both very warm and kind and I hope we can stay at their little sanctuary again sometime! Thanks Barbara and Rod.

Barbara & Rod's place will take your breath away when you first arrive there: A lovely spacious apartment with a stunning view out to sea across a beautiful garden. Barbara's welcome was no less warm and the communication was excellent. The flat itself is wonderfully private and a superb place to get back to after a long day. You can see the view from the bed and enjoy breakfast from the huge private balcony along the along the front. The place itself is spotlessly clean and the bed divine. I don't have enough superlatives left to recommend the place. Excellent value for money and very highly recommended! Would love to return one day - two days wasn't enough...

Everything was lovely, clean, spectacular view and vey welcoming and well informed host. Highly recommended!

Dear Barbara, Dear Rod, we enjoyed the stunning views on Arcles Bay, the BBQ, our breakfasts and dinners on the terrace. Thank you for beeing such gentile and helpful hosts! Cheers Markus and Marion

Thank you, Barbara and Rod, for a homely and enjoyable stay! The accommodation was absolutely as described, clean and comfortable. The makings of our first breakfast were much appreciated and your biscotti and meusli is delicious. The views are amazing, the deck is glorious and we were happy to have the use of your books and dvd's. We would happily stay there again - perhaps for longer next time.

We really enjoyed our stay in the apartment which is spacious, clean and comfortable. Irene and Dave are very nice hosts who provided us with many good suggestions for sightseeing.

Irene and Dave were delightful hosts! Very friendly and helpful with our needs/questions. The pictures for the space do not do it justice. Very spacious and well maintained. Beautiful separated unit that had adequate privacy and plenty of kitchen/home accessories for a comfortable stay. Would highly recommend!

Very highly recommended accommodation! A couple very nice, simple! Thoughtful and meticulous! Home refined and clean! Great privacy! I stayed in the best room! none of them! very very recommend !! The only one, no others !! Very warmly!

Irene and Dave are great hosts! It was a pleasure to meet such nice people! The bed is awesome! Absolutely cozy and big ! Thank you for hosting us. We would definitely stay here again!

Place was really nice, water feature was a nice detail and spa was good

Lovely well kept place in a great location. Excellent hosts, thoroughly recommended. It's so nice here, don't want to go back to the city.

Irene and Dave have built a wonderfully airy and spacious property beautifully maintained and within easy reach of the alluring attractions of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula. Book yourself into this special place while you still can.

Irene and her husband are so sweet. They cared about us the whole stay while we kept our privacy. Easy communication and great welcome. :) The house is super clean and confortable, located on the top of a beautiful beach. It is a special place for a couple or someone who is looking for a relax weekend at the beach. We totally recommend Irene´s house! <3 We will visit you again!

Catherine and Chris' place was a fabulous self contained unit complete with a washing machine, hot plates, microwave and a full fridge which allowed me to self cater for the week. I could also easily get to Auckland city in 40-45 minutes (as long as I didn't commute during peak hour) which was perfect for a working holiday. The unit is a ten minute walk to a lovely safe beach and close to supermarkets, cafes and good takeaways. Great hosts. I'd stay again.

Exactly what we needed - a very cute place, pretty neighborhood, good distance and easy access for driving to Auckland. Also super quiet and scenic - you'll have a good rest after flying in. Very good access to stores / food (a few mins drive) and a beach (a few mins walk). Very friendly owners and a completely smooth experience overall. Highly recommended, we would be happy staying again!

We had a lovely stay at Cath and Chris's. It was spotlessly clean when we arrived. The bed is large and very comfortable. There was plenty of hot water for showers and lots of storage. The patio outside is a nice place to sit on a sunny day. The area is very quiet and peaceful. There is a beautiful beach nearby and several areas to shop. It's about 35 minutes to drive into the centre of Auckland - unless you time it badly and get stuck in the traffic! I can't comment on public transport as we had a car so didn't use it. Snowplanet is about 20 minutes away. The wifi is good. Cath and Chris are lovely, friendly people. Cath had provided some children's DVDs especially for my son which was very thoughtful. We would definitely stay again.

We very much enjoyed our stay at Catherine and Chris' Arkles Beach granny flat. It was clean, well stocked with everything you would want, and the hosts were very kind. The bed was comfy, and the outdoor space was a great bonus. We would definitely return :)

Catherine and Chris' home was a great choice for a weekend away. The neighbourhood was peaceful, and the home was well furnished with small touches that made it feel very welcoming. The small kitchen had everything we needed to cook a few meals. There wasn't anything else we could have wanted. Thanks for having us both.

Nice tidy modern Unit

My wife and I stayed Catherine & Chris's place about 10 days - peaceful area, comfy unit! They had everything we needed. (We had to work when we were at flat and wifi worked great too. )

This is a great spot to kick back and relax in Whangaparaoa! We fell upon the area by accident and ended up spending a month! The beaches and atmosphere are wonderful; Catherine & Chris's place is perfectly located. The self-contained unit was fully equipped with everything we needed to be comfortable, it is very quiet, the bed is firm and comfortable, shower is excellent, wifi great! This lovely couple are super friendly and attentive. No complaints. It's also a bonus to have our own laundry set-up. Would certainly recommend to all!

Rod and Jenny were the perfect hosts. Checked with us every couple of days to see if we were okay and needed anything. Great place to stay, just like being at home. Would so recommend to anyone going to Hibiscus Coast. Location was ideal - very close to a lot of different beaches which was the aim of our holiday.

What a beautiful little apartment, ideal for relaxing after a day of sightseeing. We had a good time. Everything is there, the comfort, cleanliness ... Rod and Jenny are very attentive to all our needs and were very welcoming! Again thank you to them, we had a wonderful honeymoon in this beautiful country.

Rod and Jenny are generous and welcoming hosts. Their apartment is superbly well-appointed, stylishly decorated, very comfortable and surprisingly spacious. Altogether exceeds expectations. We only wish we could have stayed longer.

Modern , exceptionally clean and well appointed apartment in great area minutes drive to the beach. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Hosts were most welcoming. Wish we could have stayed longer . Thoroughly recommended.

This is a great place to stay. Very clean and quiet. We could not have asked for more in the way of being made welcome and an offer of any assistance once we had settled in.Rod provided lots of tourist material as well as reading material and entertainment (tv Netflix).

Exactly what the profile says and way more ! Very well located . Very clean and Awesome !

Lovely warm and cosy place to stay. Very comfortable and the little touches of fruit, bread, cereals and milk were very thoughtful. Great place to stay!

Rod and Jenny are great hosts. They go the extra mile, providing immaculate accommodation, and weekly servicing. The flat is bright and has 2 rooms, one a good sized double, the other a good sized single, with a spacious shower room and separate toilet. There is a spacious living room, dining area with TV, wifi, and outside a secluded area for relaxing and a barbecue. I have the highest regard for both as they made me feel at home. I wish them both the very best in this venture.

A great little place to stay. Perfect for 2 people manageable for 4 (and we were there for 2 weeks with quite a lot of luggage!). Would stay again if required and would recommend to others as a great place in that price range. Helpful hosts, thank you

Michele and Alex's place exceeded expectations- it was clean and well maintained. It was a treat to arrive after a long day (URL HIDDEN) the water pressure in the shower was great!

Our second extended stay at Michele and Alex's was just as lovely. The location and serenity here are second to none and these hosts are the best we've had on our travels!

Lovely clean and tidy with spacious bedrooms and bathroom.

This is the perfect place in a beautiful area. Nice, clean, quite and set for a perfect night sleep. I you are looking for a place to stay, this is it! Thanks Huib and Claire

If you are visiting the Gulf Harbour area this is a great place to stay. Don't miss it.

Alex is a very welcoming host with an awesome flatlet to stay at!

The accommodation was excellent and is just as described on the website. Quiet and private with everything you might need! Thanks for a great stay!

Lynn was great to deal with and made our first Airbnb experience straightforward.

Very spacious living area! The whole Place is vety tidy And clean. Owner has thoughtfully turned on The heater before We arrive. There's soft underlay on The firm mattress. We have a Good sleep. And We love hiking in The nearby Shalespear Regional Park. It's a nice Place to stay for holiday.

A modern and well appointed self contained downstairs unit

Host very friendly and made communication excellent Our host even put solar lights on the fence so we could easily find the property as we arrived late at night. House very clean and tidy with lovely tea and coffee and a bowl of apples. Our only negative is we are not use to hard beds, the beds were very hard, like bed bases with out mattresses This is something we are not use to. Everything else was perfect

Very spacious lower level of a new home. Beds were very firm.

Great stay, suited us perfectly, A very large modern downstairs unit, very acomadating host. Beds very firm as per below review BUT we slept perfectly so not an issue. Not so confident drivers may prefer to park on the lane- not an issue for us though, but space is limited & backing needed. Recommended accomadation.

Beautiful home, warm and comfortable. Nice quiet area. Lynn was lovely, we had a great stay!

Beautiful sea view and nice host. Hope next coming :)

The place is absolutely charming. Clean, modern, well cared for and with a wonderful view. Recommend highly and I look forward to staying again sometime.

We absolutely loved our stay here, from the unique decor to the beautiful views (especially at sunset). Ted's cottage has everything you need and more to accommodate any traveler and as host, he made sure we were well equipped for our stay as we had the entire place. Thank you, Mel & Pou

The Cottages is great - it's not far to the city and to the beach. It is loving, personal, cozy and very comfortable furnishings. For our little family it was perfect, we enjoyed it very much to have so much space.

Johanna was great. Very clear instructions, extremely fast at responding to any questions and very welcoming. The house was clean, with nice amenities, and in a lovely location.

The house is nice and clean.We had a wonderful stay.

Johanna's house was perfect! Super cozy, clean and the decoration makes you feel at home!! Harry the cat is super friendly:) the area is amazing, close to beaches and beautiful to walk around. Johanna was a great host and the communication was super fluent. I recommend this place 100%

Just lovely.

A great house that was quiet and perfect for a weekend away. Joanna was very helpful and a great host.

Johanna's cottage was a wonderful stop on our tour. This cottage is bright and spacious , and well appointed with everything you need to feel at home. Very clean and cozy. Comfortable beds, with quality linens. Close to beaches, parks, and shops... but still has a private country cottage feel. This is an excellent value, and Johanna was very accommodating.

Johanna is the perfect host! excellent communication and get home is warm, homely and full of interesting objects and art. we felt very at home.

This is an awsome place to stay. Zoie you are the best, You guys were great host. I'll be back soon. Thanks Pamela

Lovely family with a beautiful home and room close to a pretty beach... where we even saw dolphins :-) Thank you so much for opening our home to us... We felt very welcome and cared for from the first to the last minute!

It was a good place to stay and private space.

Zoie and Cam were fantastic!! This bright family gave us a nice welcome with tea and a little chat. Our room was in a seperated floor with an extra living and bathroom. The bed was really comfortable and the shower was good too! We would everytime return to that place :)

Zoe and Cam are great hosts! They're really friendly people and they have a lovely puppy. They tried their best to make us feel like home and we had a very warm welcome once we arrived. Room and bathroom are tidy and clean, a good place to stay for vacations :)

Beautiful home and lovely hosts. We would come back any time! Felt like staying with friends or family, not like tourists.

We spent one night, everything was perfect. Thank you.

The perfect place to stay! Zoie and her family are lovely, it was great to get to know them and share their space. The downstairs is perfect for privacy and very comfortable. Also breakfast was amazing!

Great host and great property! Thanks for letting us bring in the new year relaxing at your place!

There were beautiful sea views from the upstairs living and dining rooms. The location is convenient to shopping and restaurants. The home is spacious and comfortable and is filled with wonderful art and textiles. The kitchen had so many pots, dishes and oven ware that I felt guilty cooking only a simple meal. We were warmly greeted by Tanja upon arrival and she was gracious with her local information and recommendations (even for haircuts for the kids!) She made sure we had everything we needed and was lovely at checkout as well, wishing us a happy holiday. There were enough books for 2 lifetimes of reading, but we really enjoyed feeding and watching the birds that stopped by. The washer and dryer worked well and the bathrooms had shower/tub combos. There were some lovely beaches a short drive away or go towards Auckland in the other direction. We highly recommend Auckland Botanic Garden as a stop. We really enjoyed our stay!

We loved Shiv's secluded bungalow! The views were great - we never tired of looking out towards Arkles Bay. Although we felt very secluded, we could walk to a number of coffee cafes, shopping, and a locals beach. Groceries were close, too. Shiv's home was clean, had everything we needed for a week's stay, and offers lots of natural light. He gave us three pages of information about the house, and what we could find in the local area. He even had a friend check in with us on our first day to make sure we had anything we needed. The birds were great visitors, and staying in his home was so much better than a hotel!