Nestled on over 3 acres of lush pasture land, Wairau Stone offers a luxurious retreat with breathtaking views. Enjoy the fully equipped granite kitchen, huge living areas and 10 seater dining table all with views of the beach and Harbour.
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Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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.
Awhitu Beach Retreat - Auckland.
Located on the Awhitu peninsula, a hidden gem and an area renowned for it's cultural and spiritual signifigance. (Awhitu translates from the Maori language to "a longing to return") This two-storey "Wairau Stone" home is set on more than 3 acres of elevated pasture with a private white-sand beach below. The house faces east over the protected and pristine waters of the Manukau Harbour, with Auckland city visible on the far horizon.
The home sleeps up to 16 across spacious upstairs and downstairs living. Two generous lounges open onto a wraparound verandah, the dining room seats 10 around a solid timber table, and a fully equipped granite kitchen makes group cooking easy.
Bedrooms are light and comfortable with fresh white linen, Wake to sunrise over the water, watch the tide turn from the deck, and end the day under a sky that runs from gold to violet.
The beach is yours. A short walk down the steps leads to sheltered, moss-rimmed coves and clear water — perfect for swimming, fishing, kayaking, or simply walking the shoreline. On most days you'll have the sand to yourselves.
Well suited to families, multi-generational groups, couples wanting space to breathe, and small corporate or wellness retreats. Linen and end-of-stay cleaning are included.
House rules
Strict no-party policy — any disruptive gathering will result in immediate cancellation. We ask all guests to respect the home and the neighbours. No smoking inside.
Book your stay at this magnificent beach house and experience the ultimate peaceful getaway.
Property amenities
Beach
On a private beach
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Outside only
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours 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)
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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: Must be kept in the downstairs garage area only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Manukau Heads, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the beach. Treasure Island Adventure Golf and JKs Driving Range are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matakawau Beach and Waitakere Ranges. Traveling with kids? Consider Butterfly Creek and Spookers. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. Visit our Grahams Beach travel guide
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Awhitu Beach Retreat - Auckland.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Awhitu Beach Retreat - Auckland.?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Awhitu Beach Retreat - Auckland. located?
Located on the beach, this family-friendly vacation home is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Matakawau Beach and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Manukau Heads Lighthouse. Waipipi Bird Park is 21.3 mi (34.3 km) away.
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Awhitu Beach Retreat - Auckland. Reviews
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The Auckland Beach Retreat is absolutely beautiful! The view from the balcony was gorgeous, the house is large and private, and they have great amenities. We are very grateful to have stayed here.
Fantastic location, really lovely, spacious, comfortable, well stocked house. Gorgeous views and beach access. Āwhitu Peninsula is a lovely part of the country that deserves exploring.
The host was amazing as always. She always answered her phone or returned my calls timeously.The house was neat and well maintained. This, combined with a friendly, helpful host, always brings us back to this house.
We had the most wonderful time at Awhitu. The beach down the path was so perfect for all of the kids to explore, the house has so much space for everyone to spread out and so well set up for families.
i stayed here with 8 friends for a birthday getaway and everyone loved it!! the beach was beautiful and the house provided us the perfect place for down time and socialising. thanks for letting us stay!!
We had such a great stay with the family at the Graham's Beach Bach. From the host to the location and everything in between, everything was perfect. Thank you again, we will be back 😊
Had several very pleasant days here and likely to come back again. House large clean comfortable and very well stocked. The littlies just loved the beach. Just a pity the beach access was a bit tricky, not viable for one person with a dodgy back
Great, large accomodation for a weekend away with extended family. Beautiful ocean views and hop skip and a jump to the beach. Other family members had stayed here before so recommended this to us and we would definately stay here again.
The property was perfect. Clean and had everything we needed for an enjoyable and comfortable stay. The photos dont do justice, the views were beautiful from the balcony. Would definitely recommend!
We had such a great time in Awhitu, the house is great for large groups with uts extensive balcony & lounge areas.
So close to your own private beach which is great for an early morning walk around to the boat ramp. Highly recommend staying here, host & mamager very easy to deal with too!
Such a nice home with a private beach and plenty of outside area. The place was tidy and had lots of space to hang out communally I highly recommend! We enjoyed our stay throughly!
The property well exceeded my expectations. Was a fantastic weekend with every amenity covered and we even made it two doors down to the local winery for tasting. The beach is absolutely beautiful and we felt like we were overseas, will definitely be booking again.
This is 2nd time we have been here and both times the place has been perfect. Great area for walks and 2 minutes walk to beach and 5minutes to Awhitu Winery. We hope to be back again some time soon. Thanks to the hosts as great communication, and ever thing as per the Bookabach site
Love the space and the views, the peacefulness is wonderful
Loleta F.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Nohmi
8 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was absolutely beautiful with amazing views & the beach at easy access we were very spoilt for choice.
My Whanau loved the space in all areas of the house, it was very cosy & comfortable.
Thank you for letting us stay, it was a treat..