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Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui

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TV, DVD player, books
TV, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, free WiFi
Sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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, 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 6 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 manager

johnon227

Languages

English

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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
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

  • 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 969 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

Property is also known as

Kereru Cottage Tranquil Setting Beach Matakana
Kereru Cottage Tranquil Setting Beach
Kereru Tranquil Setting Beach Matakana
Kereru Tranquil Setting Beach
Kereru Cottage Tranquil Safe Close to Baddeleys Beach Tawharanui

About the neighborhood

Map
Matakana, Matakana

What's nearby

  • Matakana Country Park - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Matakana Village - 12 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Omaha Beach - 22 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 23 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Sandspit Ferry Terminal - 25 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Sandspit - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Parsley Pot Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪8 Wired Brewing - Barrelworks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Savan's Bakery - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Pete & Mary's Eatery - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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. Morris & James and Buckleton Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 271 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 271 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 271 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 271 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 271 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Excellent cottage and host was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Fabulous spot, peaceful, amazing bird life and all the facilities needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10

We really enjoyed staying here. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Awesome- thank you - we loved Kereru Cottage
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Comfortable, well appointed property. Restful and quiet. Very good location for activities in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Lovely getaway, really enjoyed myself. Clean and private and a short walk to the beach. Would love to come back again
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Very pleasant and easy for a weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

Very nice and peaceful spot. Birdlife was amazing. House is small and cozy and had everything we needed. Sunning area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Lovely simple stylish Bach with everything required for a break away Will definitely come again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Excellent escape pod for a relaxing break. Great base for exploring the surrounds too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

Lovely little sleepout/bach in the bush. Quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

A lovely spot with everything you needed
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10

Great little cottage, with a peaceful surrounding will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Loved the views and everything you may need .. all amenities.. very clean and tidy ! Lovely beds too !
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Nice relaxing time at the cottage. Instructions and communication was good, and location is quiet, yet close to matakana town centre. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10

Quiet location surrounded by native trees. Bach has everything you need, basic but clean. Lovely getaway spot, local beach is cute but very tidal. Handy for Omaha Tawhranui and Matakana. Thanks John!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Well appointed, comfortable, private and very quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Fabulous kiwi bach that has everything you could need. Surrounded by trees, birdlife was amazing and two minutes walk to beach. Great communication with host, can’t recommend it enough, will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Comfortable and super peaceful stay. Large decking area overlooking beautiful sub-tropical bush. Very private. Loved seeing flocks of kaka and other birds. Comfortable beds. Enjoyed local bush walks and short walk to beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Thank you for sharing your lovely piece of paradise. The bach was just as described, peaceful and relaxing. The deck is awesome with the birds right there. The tuis sang beautifully after dark both nights. The beds were comfy and the kitchen was very well equipped. Would definitely stay again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

We loved staying here amongst the trees and birds. The house is convenient for local activities and had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10

Quiet beautiful bird life.There is a grove of established nikau to view from the deck. A great area from which to explore the Tawharanui Regional Park and the other special parts of this area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Well appointed kiwi holiday house with sunshine, bush and a peep view of Baddeley's Bay. Perfect for a short break near Tawharanui. John Hamilton was a responsive host throughout.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024