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On the shores of Snells Beach, step into this beachside apartment and unwind with unlimited Wi-Fi, a SMART HD TV, and complimentary tea. Relax in comfy outdoor chairs or take a stroll along the paved walkway meandering the beachside. With wide sliding glass bedroom doors opening onto a tiled patio and an upstairs lounge overlooking the picturesque seascape.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH

'ON THE BEACH' Apartment at Snells Beach is only a one hour easy travel from Auckland on the Northern motorway. This comfortable cosy apartment is situated on park-like grounds edging the white sandy beach with a seascape that changes as the tide flows in and out.
RELAXATION abounds - SMART HD TV and FREE unlimited Wi-Fi INTERNET.
A modern well planned and equipped kitchen with modern appliances for ease.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Booking Fees do not include the provision of linens etc.
BOOKING FEES - Only include the accommodation booking and commission fees.

LINENS AND TOWELS : Are provided for an extra charge - please contact owner.
GUESTS have the option to provide their own linens and towels.

OPTIONS OFFERED for guests: A Linen package also see Bed options available.
Twin long single beds OR Super king bed and Sofa-bed in lounge for additional guest

Surcharge will apply for one night bookings - please arrange with owner

REFUSE and RECYCLING BINS for rubbish disposal.

CLEANING and USE:
Booking Fees DO NOT include Cleaning fees:-
Under Kiwi Bach tradition guests are expected to: -
Clean the house and do the dishes before leaving the apartment.
This apartment is fully self-contained and is for the use of the renter only.

ENJOY A RESTFUL STAY - This unique location has so much to offer a traveller.
SPECTACTULAR sunrises to wake up to. Open the sliding bedroom doors to a tiled patio & your absolute seaside lawn & gardens. Upstairs a comfortable lounge, dining & kitchen area, opens onto a nice balcony. Be entertained by the wind-surfers, paddle boarders, swimmers and walkers who meander along the beachside footpath.

DAY OUTINGS - Numerous interesting places within 8 minutes drive.
Warkworth Town Centre on the Mahurangi river, the Kauri Parry Park and Historic Limestone Cement work ruins. The Matakana Village Farmers Market on Saturdays.
DRIVE 4km to Sandspit, a ferry goes to Kawau Island where Governor Sir George Grey's historic home is situated at Mansion House Bay. Opens for viewing fulfilling a day to picnic and enjoy a scenic woodland trail walk - highly recommended.
SNORKEL in Marine Reserve at Leigh - Goat Island - Glass bottom boat tours available. Snells Beach/Mahurangi Village is an easy stroll for the local Bakery, Cafes, or Take-out meals. A Library, Pharmacy, Fuel Station, local Pub and tennis courts etc. in the Village.

ATTRACTIONS: Recreational close by: Golf course, Wine Trails, Horse riding. Sculptureum gardens and Galleries, Brick Bay Wines & Sculptures trail and Sheepworld all nearby.
PICTURESQUE Regional Parks at Scandretts Bay and Tawharanui offer walking tracks. Scenic drives - beaches at Leigh, Omaha Peninsula and Goat Island, enjoyable day outings abound from this accommodation base on the waters edge at Snells Beach.

BEDROOM: Dressing table, drawers, bedside tables and wardrobe.
OPTIONAL: Bed configuration - long twin singles OR together as large king bed.

BESPOKE BATHROOM: Tiled room, marble vanity bench overlays a washer. Custom made shower, heated towel rail, toilet, electrical power outlets and emergency torch.

CHECK-IN : 2pm and CHECK-OUT : 11am
For early arrival and late check-out availability, contact owner who personally manages this holiday apartment and inspects after guests vacate the property.

OWNER welcomes questions, responds immediately, as your stay is important at this luxury unit with reasonable rates and is always beautifully maintained.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
NOT suitable for small children - open stairs and upper balcony railing.
NO pets or smoking.

SECURITY BOND:
An additional deposit of $300 maybe charged if any damage or loss occurs to the accommodation, its contents, or caused by a member of his/her party.
Also, if additional cleaning be required, this will be deducted from the Security Bond to reflect the costs involved.

INQUIRIES are welcomed by the owner who personally manages this unique property.
A happy, comfortable stay is promised - please do not hesitate to contact owner.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Music library
  • Piano
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Property located in a resort
  • Recycling

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash dishes and put away
All used bed linens and towels that require laundry, please place in laundry bag provided for collection.
For a full Security Bond held online to be refundable after departure the guest must leave accommodation with no damage or loss and has cleaned, tidied and left it as they found on arrival.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

On The At Snells Snells
On The Beach at Snells Beach Apartment
On The Beach at Snells Beach Snells Beach
On The Beach at Snells Beach Apartment Snells Beach

About the area

Located in Snells Beach, this apartment is near theme parks and on the beach. Mansion House and Couldrey House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail and Heron's Flight. Sandspit Ferry Terminal and Blue Adventures are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Snells Beach travel guide
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Snells Beach, Rodney

What's nearby

  • Omaha Beach. Auckland, New Zealand. Aerial view.
    Omaha Beach
    16 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Sky Tower
    Sky Tower
    56 min drive - 77.3 km
  • Snells Beach
    1 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail
    1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Spark Arena
    59 min drive - 82.0 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    74 min drive

Restaurants

  • St Pierre's Sushi
    9 min drive
  • Smoke Junction BBQ
    9 min drive
  • Pete & Mary's Eatery
    7 min drive
  • Savan's Bakery
    7 min drive
  • The Bridgehouse Lodge
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH located?

Nestled on the beach, this Snells Beach apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Snells Beach and Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail. Algies Bay Beach is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

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ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 164 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Friendly and helpful host. Quiet location. Fabulous comfy bed. Everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great beach front holiday home! Everything we could need - it was comfortable & clean with stunning views. Very peaceful location. Great communication with the owner. Thank you - we will be back!
View from the balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stella W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities were good, everything worked well and was comfortable. The hosts are quick to respond to ensure that your stay is as good as possible.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

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

Great location

Great place to stay, perfect location to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise F.

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

Snells Beach Paradise

We love Snells Beach & this location is great. We look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil H.

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

Nice spot next to the water

Enjoyed my stay in a lovely location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leita D.

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

A superb final stop

Excellent location, excellent condition with all the facilities you need. A superb final stay for our month in New Zealand
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherice W.

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

Beautiful view

View of the water was perfect. Peaceful and relaxing stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ray D.

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

Snells Beach

Stunning location right at the beach. Great views of the sunrise. Lovely walks along the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hendrina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The bach was extremely comfortable, well appointed and spotlessly clean. The only issue was the list of instructions for turning on and off most appliances, water heating and water. Surely this could be done before guests arrive and after they leave. Too bad if we had needed a shower on arrival - the water would be cold!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris U.

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

Home from home

Lovely well equipped property in a wonderful location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

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

Beautiful slice of heaven

I wonderful little spot. Great views. All the essentials to feel right at home. Will recommend and will be back for our next weekend escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil George B.

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

Beachfront

Lovely position for watching the sea and walking on the beach. Surprisingly quiet and peaceful and very convenient for all the area's attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved being so close to the waters edge plus the view. The unit was very comfortable and kitted out with everything you would need.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Snells Beach Exceptional

We celebrated our 25th anniversary at this delightful property! Communication was fabulous with Shirley. This home was absolutely perfect with all the amenities needed and n the kitchen to prepare our picnic lunches for our trips north. This location provided us with many options for snorkeling at Goats Island, hiking at Whangerie Falls, beach walking at all of the beautiful coastline. We definitely rate this above a five and would return again and again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felecia M.

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

Quick get-away

It was so to say last minute to have a quick time away where we could just relax. This was the perfect place to do just that. Lovely calming environment and certainly felt we had a rest. Thanks Shirley, great instructions and easy to follow.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Good Property

Good property as described. Great views. Well equipped. Many instructions to follow. Remember you have to clean property & pay $70 for linen.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Layton C.

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

November at Snell’s Beach

Very much as represented on VRBO site. Very clean and well organized. Clearly written instructions on how to use appliances etc. Wonderful morning views from the deck - gorgeous sunrises. Kitchen well stocked with all the utensils you might require. Two element stovetop a bit small but useable. Good TV and wireless internet. Comfortable beds. Hosts friendly and accommodating. Would stay here again. We were here for four weeks and enjoyed it completely.
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary W.

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

Nicely positioned overlooking the beach!

The unit was nicely positioned overlooking the beach. It was very clean, tidy and well equipped with comfortable seating and bed. We did not do any cooking, but noted the kitchen had everything required for those who want to do so. We really appreciated the Nespresso coffee machine and coffee plunger! Instructions for arrival and leaving were nice and clear. This is important as there were quite a few steps to go through. We stayed in mid-Winter and have already suggested upstairs heating for winter quests.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for a break from the rigours of Auckland life.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol Lancashie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, wonderful views, very comfortable accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect spot for a beach break, right on the beach, great views, quiet and cosy with everything you need. Short drive to the shopping area, and plenty to see and do in the local area, but we just wanted to relax and do nothing except walks on the beach and couldn't have asked for a better spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The unit had everything you could need for a comfortable stay. Convenience of a shopping strip nearby and great coffee at The Crimson Cafe, also multiple options for dining. All this & right on the waterfront.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

june c.

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

Great view

Great place really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia A.

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

Sea views

Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024