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Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Fridge, stovetop, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Interior
Property grounds
Nestled in native bush on Harpoon Hill, Whaler's Cottage offers a secluded retreat with outdoor furniture and a BBQ. Unwind by the fireplace, or enjoy Netflix and Spotify in the cozy lounge. With plenty of parking, this off-grid property is ideal for boaties who want to park up for a couple of nights.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony
This holiday home features laundry facilities and a garden. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with Netflix. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include computer monitors and telephones.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed on the veranda

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please discuss with us before booking

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Suitable for 8 years and over. Balconies are low

Events

No events allowed
Open to discussion and price

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed on the veranda

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
Note from host: Open to discussion and price
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Whaler's Great Barrier Island
Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island Great Barrier Island
Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Great Barrier Island, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Whangaparapara Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Kaitoki Beach - 21 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Blind Bay - 25 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Medlands Beach - 26 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Glenfern Sanctuary - 48 min drive - 32.1 km

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪My Fat Puku - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Great Barrier Lodge - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Burger Shack - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Paris Texas - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island located?

Situated in Great Barrier Island, this golf holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Whangaparapara Harbour and within 9 miles (15 km) of Kaitoki Beach and Awana Bay. Blind Bay and Windy Canyon Lookout are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Beautiful little cottage. Has everything you could need for a relaxing stay. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

A beautiful peaceful location & clean & well set up cottage. A few functional work arounds, that we had been made aware of, but still a fabulous place to stay. Absolutely recommend the 20 min walk to Kauri falls.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The cottage was cosy, quiet,with beautiful views-easy to get around,with good walks close by.

We would return. The cottage was comfortable and cosy…well equipped and very quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off grid getaway

Exactly as advertised. Beautiful private location, cozy cottage with a great setup, and the whole family enjoyed our stay. We didn’t get to see Owl Pacino, but were entertained by a chunky kereru’s repeat appearances. Great communication from Fenella and all the info we needed was provided up front. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

jo r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Whalers cottage

Great rustic property, everything as described, very comfortable, beautiful linen. Everything we needed was there. Birds were incredible.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Dagmar G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer holiday on Great Barrier

The Whaler’s Cottage is very charming, a bit rustic, but very cozy. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2020