Escape to the serene Muriwai Valley and unwind at this holiday home, where you can relax on the large deck surrounded by birdlife and grazing cows. Enjoy indoor games like Chess or TV, explore nearby attractions like Muriwai Beach, or take a horse-trek along the coastline.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 1093 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events.
This holiday home has the peace and quiet of Muriwai Valley, and yet is an easy distance from a vast range of activities. Return from your adventures to sit on the large deck to relax and enjoy the serenity of the country, with sounds of birdlife, the evening sunset, and cows that graze in the nearby paddocks. Indoors there is TV, a guitar to play, or tackle a game of Chess. There are games for the children and toys for the little ones. When you feel like exploring it's only 8 Minutes drive to the famous black sands of Muriwai Beach, popular for it's wonderful surf, Golf Club and Gannet Colony. Take a walk along the west coast walkway or enjoy a horse-trek along the vast spetacular Coastline. There is also 4wheel drive access up one end of the beach, permit required. Fishing from the rocks or exploring the cave is popular when the tide and conditions are right. There is a shop in the residential area to suit daily needs and extras. Further afield by about 20 minutes Woodhill forest offers paintball, tree adventures and the Mountain Bike Park. Other attractions are Parakai Hot Pools, and Historic Helensville. Heading South in the other direction, a day out shopping in Auckland City is not that far, or check out the closer new Northwest Mall a 25 minute drive away. Locally, you will find a supermarket , cafes, takeaway shop, Thai restaurant and more, in the Waimauku Village, just five minutes from your holiday retreat. If you wish to dine at home you will find that the kitchen is well equipped for you to create your own meals. For those who are looking to stay at a Motel but cannot locate one, there is an option of staying one night only by arrangement. Special conditions: We ask that smokers go outdoors. Families are welcome. There is an outdoor entertainment area, overlooking farmland, with the opportunity of witnessing amazing west coast sunsets, weather permitting.there is a barbecue upon request. Supplied also is outdoor dining equipment and lighting for summer evenings. There is a low deck without rails, but it has not been a problem in the past. Owners are usually available by phone to assist with any queries or needs. We hope that all who stay here create happy memories to take away with them. The valley is very peaceful at night, we ask that all noisy music or other sounds to cease by 11.00pm as sound travels readily across the valley at night. Guests of visitors who have not paid to stay are required to leave by 11.00pm. As we do not charge a cleaning fee in Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to “Clean the house and do the dishes.”
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
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
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Beds arranged to suit by prior arrangement.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Next to a golf course
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking 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
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Large lawn space.
Events
No events allowed
Guests of guests to leave by 11 00pm. No extras.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Beds arranged to suit by prior arrangement.
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
Note from host: Guests of guests to leave by 11 00pm. No extras.
Long-term renters welcome
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
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 Waimauku, this vacation home is in a rural area and near the beach. Coopers Creek Vineyard and The Hunting Lodge Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Muriwai Gannet Colony and Massey Leisure Centre. Traveling with kids? Consider CraftWorld and Parakai Springs. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Waimauku travel guide
Is Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events. 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 Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events.?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Great for Family, Private Getaway, Accommodation for Local Events. located?
Located near the beach, this family-friendly vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Muriwai Gannet Colony, Muriwai Beach, and Coopers Creek Vineyard. Waitemata Harbour and The Hunting Lodge Winery are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Stayed here for a family wedding at the hunting lodge. Great location and close to venue and shops/cafes. Shower was a bit mouldy but apart from that the place was great. Would stay there again.
Lovely quiet spot with a nice vista and sunset views.
House was clean and comfortable and the kitchen had all the stuff you might need .
The owner was very friendly in the comms and accommodating of any request.
The property had all the amenities needed. Our host was quick to bring the BBQ out of storage when we contacted her.
We had a very comfortable couple of days there.
Great check in instructions and a lovely hand written welcome note!
Lovely rural location and close to Muriwai beach. Hazel was a breeze to communicate with and we loved all the hand written notes around the place as well as the games and activities for the children.
Hazel is a great person. Made us feel very welcome. Loved every minute of our trip. loved where her property is located,lovely rolling hills.
Thanks so much
Hazel went out of her way to make us welcome. Her property is well set up for families with 3 bedrooms and one nursery. Set in the country, the property is very quiet and looks out on paddocks. We had a wedding at a nearby vineyard and this property was an ideal location. Great base to explore the region.
Hazel and Lawrence are gracious and unobtrusive hosts. This is the 2nd time Hazel has hosted our golf group and we will very likely stay there again in 3 years time if the tournament is back at Muriwai. The property and the facilities catered very well for our group of 6 adult males on a golfing trip and was an ideal place to rest up each evening after golf. Thank-you.
Our daughter was getting married at a venue near by. This was the perfect place to house family members for a long weekend. Hazel was very easy to deal with, very accommodating in every way. She came over soon after our arrival to introduce herself which was lovely. We were very impressed that after 7 or 8 showers all in a row, there was still hot water. Thank you Hazel for your lovely home.
Wonderful home for families. Three spacious rooms with plenty of options for sleeping, and a separate room set aside for babies and toddlers. Plenty of room to run around outside. Amenities exactly as described. Only hiccup was the tv, as we couldn't figure out the remote-control situation, so probably best bring your own HDMI cable as a backup. My elderly parents found easier access through front door rather than patio. Hazel is lovely and always responded quickly to messages or calls from us.
Lovely family stay. Room enough for grandparents, parents and two children 😊
Despite the wet weather, it was warm, dry and clean so everyone was very comfortable.