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Unique Bush Hide

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Exterior
Lounge
View from Kitchen to Fireplace
Night Sky
Deck at back of Cottage

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Piha, Waitakere City
  • Waitakere Ranges
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Karekare Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Piha Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2nd Bedroom

1 Child Bed

Guest Bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

About this property

Unique Bush Hide

Unique Simple Family Cottage. Original bach built 1910 in beautiful native bush and tracks. Homestead cottage, can sleep 6 persons with power, phone and indoor toilet - tank water - overlooking Piha Beach and Tasman Sea 9.6 kms away. Very remote - listen to the Tuis and watch the sun go down. Waterfall on property and tracks. Registered with the Queen Elizabeth Trust.

This property is not suitable for pets.
This property has no transport to Piha Beach.

Special thanks to Ed Kanze, our family friend from the Adirondacks, for some spectacular new photos.
Special conditions:
Tank water so have to be careful with Water Supply, Custodian in separate accomodation on-site (shared telephone), No more than 2 cars as parking minimal - must leave clean and tidy

Extras: Linen and Cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

Property manager

Belinda

Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Piha

Located in Piha, this cottage is in the mountains and by the sea. Waikumete Cemetery and Alberton House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Waitakere Ranges and Karekare Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Trusts Stadium or Paradice Ice Skating. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
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Piha, Waitakere City

What's nearby

  • Waitakere Ranges - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Karekare Beach - 14 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Piha Beach - 16 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Auckland Zoo - 24 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Eden Park - 27 min drive - 28.8 km

Getting around

  • Henderson Sunnyvale Station - 15 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tandoor Flame Indian Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blair's on the Beach - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Piha Surf Life Saving Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Olive Kitchen and Bar, Titirangi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Piha Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Bush Hide pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique Bush Hide?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Bush Hide?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Unique Bush Hide located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Waitakere Ranges and within 6 miles (10 km) of Karekare Beach and Piha Surf School. Karekare Falls and Piha Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

ESTELLE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A treasure
Thank you Belinda you are a gem we had a great time beautiful views and comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and relaxing place to stay
We loved this little cottage. The surroundings in particular make it simply special and it certainly has a homely feel to it. It is a little dusty, especially under the beds, so beware if you have allergies like some of our family do! But otherwise, a very special and unique place that we would stay at again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for a few days
Charming old cottage, gorgeous bush setting, and welcoming & friendly hosts - great place to stay for a few days, with lots of scenic places close by 😎
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect get away!
We had a lovely time at this quaint cabin! It was full of history, and charm. This would be the perfect place for a writer to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Lovely little cottage! We had such a nice weekend away.. beautiful views of piha beach and surrounded by native bush. Couldn't recommend it enough!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rihi T.

Beautiful bush retreat, great place for a writing retreat, this is what we used it for.
Beautiful bush retreat, great place for a writing retreat, this is what we used it for.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing stay
Bigger then I expected. Lovely house Hope 1day we own a house like that. Definitely want to stay 1more time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jess A., New Zealand

A gorgeous wee cottage with a special family history.
A gorgeous wee cottage with a special family history. Forest walks at the door step and stunning sun sets over Piha beach

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Love this classic character nz bach
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Special Experience amongst ancient Native trees
This old historic batch is nestled 10 kms up the hill from Piha beach amongst incredible bush and 600 plus year old trees with sweeping views down to Lion Rock in the distance. We had a wonderful relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

It was our second time back at Bach.
It was our second time back at Bach. We both love the place, and will definitely go back. Very relaxing and so peaceful!!

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back to nature
Lovely quiet spot set amongst native bush with spectacular view down to Lion Rock. Loved the walking tracks and swimming in the dam.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Even in a huge storm this was a soecial place. So much history and aroha. Friendly, quiet and everything we needed. A real gem
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage get away
Great little cottage for a weekend away. We enjoyed exploring the tracks on the property and discovering the history. Good location to explore not just Piha but other beaches in the area as well Anawhata and Karekare. We look forward to returning in winter to make use of the fireplaces.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cozy historic cabin
My 17 year old daughter and I recently visited again after 10 years. It was like a time capsule - exactly as we remembered it. Highly recommend for historic cozy feel, gorgeous bush walks, and views of Piha Beach, Lion Rock, and out across the Tasman.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kanako M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hide away cottage with lost of space
We found this cottage - actually 2 bedroom house - on this site when visiting to our children's surfing competiton. It was only 10-15 mins drive from the beach and it was quiet and peaceful! We enjoyed beautiful sunset view. The house was very clean and had everything we needed, including linens and Wifi internet! It was very spacious, the owner was very quick to respond to any questions we had. There is a really nice looking retreat on the site, may be someday we would stay there too! Highly recomended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Kiwi batch/cottage in amazing location
It is exactly what it says it is. It's an old cottage with character and quirks. Great views and bush property to walk on. Plenty of space. Bring the insect repellent if you want to sit outdoors! It's tidy and has all you need, but not modern.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mindfulness
The whare was a spirited home extraordinarily lived which reflected the land it was a part of. An authentic feel with no airs or graces but an experience familiar from another era.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage in Bush
It was a trip back into time. So generous of hosts to share so much of their history thru all the memorabilia and journals left for guests to peruse with care. We loved it. View would have been memorable, had the weather permitted. But, we did get glimpses of Lion Rock at Piha, & Michael was v helpful. Tha kyou so much. Annie P
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Beate W.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Historisches Cottage mit alter Einrichtung
Wir haben hier 40 Tage gewohnt und hatten viele verschiedene Erfahrungen gemacht. Die Lage ist sehr ruhig und einsam mit herrlichem Blick auf Piha Beach, der 10 km entfernt ist. Das Haus würde dringend neue Möbel brauchen, alles war sehr durchgesessen und mit vielen Dingen vollgestellt. Mehrfach hatten wir bis zu 18 Stunden Stromausfall und somit auch kein Wasser, zum Einkauf muss man etwa 20 Minuten fahren. Der eigene Weg durch den Regenwald ist ganz nett, müsste allerdings mehr gepflegt werden, da er an manchen Stellen sehr verfallen ist.
Stayed 40 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot overlooking Piha
Neat forest surrounding with walks to explore throughout.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful stay. The house was lovely and we enjoyed exploring the tracks. So nice to get a picture of the history.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Piha adventure
What a gem this place is. A cottage surrounded by fantastic bush and bird life high above Piha. The bush tracks in the 7 acres of bush that this family has been looking after for nearly 100 years made this a magical spot for a holiday from town. The views are great and you can choose to drive to the beach at Karekare as easily as Piha. The cottage is a comfortable old time Bach with everything you could want including a great supply of old movies — Scarfies most enjoyed by 11 and 13 year olds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant venue
A very peaceful haven with a magnificent view of Piha.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Belinda

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This unique property has been in our family since 1924 and comes under the Queen Elizabeth Trust which provides extra protection to the rain forest. Managing the 2 houses, on our piece of paradise, is a shared job between 2 sisters, and supported by our nephew who lives on site. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

Because we want to share the experience of staying high in the rain forest with as many people as possible.

What makes this property unique

The rain forest, the sunsets, the peace and quiet, wood pigeons, the view down to Lion Rock, the 15 mins drive to Piha Beach .... and so much more.

Languages:

English
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