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Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view

Family-friendly cottage in Whangaparaoa

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Perched on a ridge overlooking Stanmore Bay, Kereru Cottage offers a tranquil retreat in the Whangaparaoa peninsula. Enjoy the peaceful setting surrounded by trees and sea views from your private garden, or relax inside with Netflix and Freeview HD on the new LED TV. A heatpump/air conditioner keeps you cozy, while some breakfast foods and basic cooking supplies are included.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 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.

Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view

Family-friendly cottage in Whangaparaoa
Laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a balcony. Guests will find a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation is furnished with desks and dining tables. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LED televisions come with Netflix.

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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 3:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Kereru Private Bach With Sea
Kereru Cottage - Private Bach With sea View Cottage
Kereru Cottage - Private Bach With sea View Whangaparaoa
Kereru Cottage - Private Bach With sea View Cottage Whangaparaoa

About the area

Stanmore Bay, a neighbourhood in Whangaparaoa, is home to this cottage. Silverdale Pioneer Village and Bohemian Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Westfield Albany Shopping Centre and Auckland Night Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Auckland Adventure Park, or check out an event or a game at North Harbour Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Whangaparaoa travel guide
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Arkles Bay, Whangaparaoa

What's nearby

  • Orewa Beach which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and landscape views
    Orewa Beach
    9 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sky Tower which includes a city, modern architecture and a sunset
    Sky Tower
    37 min drive - 45.1 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal which includes a marina and central business district
    Auckland Ferry Terminal
    39 min drive - 45.8 km
  • Arkles Bay Beach
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Spark Arena
    41 min drive - 49.8 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Newmarket Station
    36 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Archer
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • The Beer Spot Whangaparaoa
    3 min drive
  • Manly Takeaways
    5 min drive
  • Dads Pies
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view located?

This family-friendly Whangaparaoa cottage is located in Stanmore Bay, within 3 mi (5 km) of Arkles Bay Beach, Little Manly Beach and Big Manly Beach. Orewa Beach and Auckland Adventure Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Kereru Cottage - private bach with sea view Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Great spot!

Our stay was great, very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon B.

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

Secluded paradise

Lovely quiet quaint place with everything you need to relax and unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke H.

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

Nice Hideaway

Nice place to stay that is close to shops and many beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Hideaway Haven

Loved our stay, which was a lovely break for our wedding anniversary. Had everything we needed as well as a great relaxing atmosphere. Away from it all, yet easy access to everything, from shopping to beautiful walks and beaches. Truly restful, with lots of birdsong.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

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

Great place

Recommend this spot. Great location. The had everything we needed. Thanks Simon.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Best VRBO we've staying at. Everything we needed was available

Beautiful Cottage, clean and fully stocked kitchen
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

5 night stay

Lovely little place! Great view and super comfortable!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kat

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice cosy little place, spent most of our time in the Sun room. Owner lives next door and easily contactable. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

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

Getaway

This is such a cozy place to stay definitely recommend it. The views were amazing especially if you catch the sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayden O.

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

Great place

This was a beautiful property. Great attention to detail and in a great location. If we didn't live halfway around the world, we would come every year!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anyta C.

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

kereru cottage

we enjoyed lotza luvly trees n birdsong., warmth n comfort,, tiz close to shopz n cafes n beachz, would definitely stay there again... big thankyew to our hostz...
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

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

Treehouse

We were incredibly impressed by this sweet little treehouse, clean, well thought out, with all possible needs accounted for. Thanks again, what a special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola O.

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

Peaceful cottage

A lovely little cottage with a well equipped kitchen and beautiful outlook over trees and sea. This was a relaxing break that felt far from the city but was just a short drive to beaches, cafes, shops and even a cinema.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Syed I.

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

Good place

It was a good place to stay Quiet & relaxing The property was hot during my time of the stay Might have been better if had a fan or better air cooling system as the current one didn’t help much !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

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

Stanmore Sanctuary

Everything about Kereru Cottage outdid our expectations. Beautifully presented and maintained inside and out with everythjng we could possibly need for our 6 night stay. Appreciated the comfy bed & cotton sheets. The surroundings of native & exotic trees frequented by native birdlife including ruru at night made us forget we were only minutes from a busy motorway. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Tranquil tree house.

Excellent and friendly communication. Beautiful, peaceful location. Well equipped accommodation, bright and spacious. I was happy walking the down and uphill 30 mins to beach and used Uber for short trips. But had family car for longer trips. Would definitely return. Thank you.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara L., Melbourne, Australia

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

Great peaceful getaway

This property has absolutely everything you need and is very peaceful. You do need a car but its not far from anything and we would nip out and come back multiple times in the day. Can't fault the presentation or facilities. Works best for family with the Jack and Jill bathroom, bit close if you are not overly close. Thanks for the hospitality and hope the issue with checkout was ok, it didn't at all change my impression.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sid S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little bach and has everthing you need for a quick getaway weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

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

Nice place

We had a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Nice stay

Nice stay in tidy roof apt.
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn G.

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

Great location. Clean and comfortable. Well equipped kitchen.

Would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Diane H., Baden-Baden

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

Cute and cosy

Good quiet location for local beaches
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allen S.

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

Great Place

Nice Bach, Had place to ourselves as no-one in downstairs unit.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Home away from home

Always our first choice!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam N.

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

Fantastic

A great place to stay. Very well set up and a nice and quiet location. Host was excellent to deal with too. Highly recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023