Nestled at Baddeleys Beach, this private bach retreat is only a short walk to two beautiful beaches with safe playgrounds for kids. Elevated picture frame views of Kawau Bay through native trees and an extensive decking area add to the indoor/outdoor living experience.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui
A wonderfully private bach retreat at Baddeleys Beach, close to Matakana village. It is a short walk to Baddeley's Beach only two minutes away (Campbell's Beach 10 min walk). Both beaches have safe playground facilities for children. The 55 minute drive from Auckland Harbour Bridge is soon to be reduced further with the completion of the Puhoi motorway section. An elevated picture frame view through native taraire, puriri and nikau trees looks out into Kawau Bay. An extensive decking area adds to indoor/outdoor living. Native bird life abounds in the adjacent bush: wood pigeon (kereru), tui, bellbird, fantail and kaka. Other birdlife includes quail, pheasants and kookaburra. The single level bach comes with all the necessary fit out to ensure a comfortable stay, whether it be a weekend or a week or two. A gas fired brick BBQ is conveniently located on the deck. The location is central to many local attractions including Matakana village and Farmer's Market, cinemas, galleries, wineries, Brick Bay sculpture trail, Sculptureum Park and restaurant, Tawharanui and other regional parks, Goat Island, Sawmill Brewery, Sandspit/Kawau ferry, and golf courses at Omaha and Warkworth. A child safe setting is offered, with a compliant balustrade around the deck perimeter. Thorough cleaning is carried out after the departure of each group of guests.
Special conditions: Five night minimum stay from 20 Dec to 10 Jan. Two night minimum stay other times. 10% off stays of 7 nights or longer (except peak times). Welcome to arrive from 3 pm on first day. Check out by 11 am on departure day unless agreed otherwise. Remove rubbish and leave tidy as found. Linen available on request at additional cost.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are required to bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillow cases) Bedroom 1: one queen bed Bedroom 2: two king single beds
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
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.
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
No elevator (single-level property)
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near the marina
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 deadbolt lock
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 transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Tawharanui, this cottage is in a rural area. Heron's Flight and Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Matakana Village and Matakana Weekend Market. Traveling with kids? Consider Action Ninja World and Blue Adventures. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. Visit our Tawharanui travel guide
Is Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui located?
This family-friendly Tawharanui cottage is located in a rural location, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Baddeleys Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Action Ninja World and Blue Adventures. Buckleton Beach and Matakana Village are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui Reviews
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Exceptional
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Quiet and secluded cottage that was very well set up. Clear communications. We had terrible rain the weekend we stayed but still enjoyed the location with an easy walk to the beach and short drives to lots of other attractions.
The manager was easy to access. The cottage was very clean and comfortable. Great quiet location. Bird life was great. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything to make the stay comfortable.
Many thanks to the owners for providing a fabulous base to explore the area. We felt instantly at home and very comfortable. We are very grateful and will stay again.
Beautiful location, very private.
We had a lovely stay at the cottage which is fully equipped with everything we needed and very clean.
So lovely to be able to sleep with the curtains open and wake up to the sunrise and birds in the morning.
We had a wonderful stay at kererū cottage. It was a great place for a holiday. We enjoyed time to relax and to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. We also enjoyed visiting nearby beaches. The cottage was comfortable and had everything we needed.
What an incredible gem! We loved our stay, our kereru-obsessed toddler especially enjoyed it. Very peaceful spot with everything you need - including great toys and a high chair. We would love to come back again, fantastic retreat from the city.
Perfect for a small family, with plenty of beaches and parks around to explore. We stayed only for a few nights, but that was enough for us to realise the neighbouring bushes might be hosting some kiwis. Overall very happy with our time at the Kererū cottage.