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Perfect seclusion at Shelly Beach

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The Log Cabin
Total privacy and seclusion
The view from the deck
Simply stunning views
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Shelly Beach (Kaipara), Helensville
  • Shelly Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Parakai Springs
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Orewa Beach
    ‪65 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Double Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Perfect seclusion at Shelly Beach

To book and stay in this property please make sure you are fully vaccinated and have a current vaccination certificate for all occupants.

This beautiful beachfront property located at Shelly Beach, north of Auckland, is situated on a secluded inlet off Kaipara Harbour. It features a delightful log cabin-style home set in a landscaped garden and surrounded by native bushland, with the house directly overlooking the beach below. The property offers complete privacy, as it adjoins a wooded nature reserve and is screened by trees, with no other houses in sight.

The house features an impressive deck on three sides, ensuring the stunning views are fully maximised. Imagine relaxing with a drink at sunset, preparing a meal with the Weber barbecue, wandering along the beach or helping yourself to fruit from the orchard, including apples, plums, figs, tangelos and avocados.

Shelly Beach has long been a lifestyle mecca. With its mix of quaint baches and quality homes, it offers all the delights of harbourside living in a rural setting, still within easy commuting distance of central Auckland. And if you need to stay connected, we now offer free wifi.

Here you have Kaipara Harbour at your back door, with an all tide boat ramp giving you access to excellent fishing. The wharf is a favourite fishing spot and charter operators pick up from here for excursions out to the secret spots. The Jetty Cafe is perfect for coffee or a meal from the range of delicious food on offer and also stocks grocery items.

The coastline has many secluded beaches and is great for walks with family and friends (please note dogs are welcome with prior approval - outside only). The harbour is shallow and the beaches are very safe for families. Along with the waterfront beach there are reserves and two playground areas – one on the waterfront and the other on the reserve adjacent to Shelly Beach Volunteer Fire Force Station.

Other attractions in the area include various lakes, forests and west coast beaches such as Muriwai. Just 10 minutes drive north of Shelly Beach is the beautiful South Head golf course.
Special conditions:
~ Dogs allowed with prior approval (outside only) - Please message after booking if you are bringning a pet.
~ Supervision of children required on deck and garden area, which has direct beach access

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$15.00 per person); Security Bond (Required, NZ$200.00 per stay);

****We regret having to impose a higher security deposit. It is a response to the behavior of previous guests, and is designed to cover additional cleaning, and repairs within the excess amount on insurance. Your credit card will not be charged unless there is damage caused during your visit, or the house/property are left in a state that means additional clean ups are required.****

Property manager

Rebecca

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Parties There are to be no parties at this home, with no exceptions. Only guests permitted on booking are to stay at the property.

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Shelly Beach

Located in Shelly Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Shelly Beach and Kaipara Harbour reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Parakai Springs and Parakai Aquatic Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain biking nearby.
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Shelly Beach (Kaipara), Helensville

What's nearby

  • Shelly Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Kaipara Harbour - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Parakai Springs - 20 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Sky Tower - 59 min drive - 65.5 km
  • Orewa Beach - 65 min drive - 56.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Shelly Beach Store - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Macnut Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Moana Omana - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Macnut Macadamias - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Nuts About New Zealand - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect seclusion at Shelly Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Perfect seclusion at Shelly Beach?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect seclusion at Shelly Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect seclusion at Shelly Beach located?

This Shelly Beach holiday home is on the beach, 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Shelly Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Kaipara Harbour and Kaipātiki Recreation Reserve. Palm Springs Geothermal Pools and Parakai Springs are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay.
Perfect place just off the water, kayaks a nice bonus. House is perfect for families, so many different places to relax and unwind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mummy's weekend
So relaxing, home away from home, warm & cosy, we love coming to log cabin @ shelly beach, A great tonic for the soul, Thanks for sharing,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

david v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
a beautiful spot right on the beach
a great place for people who want peace and quiet and a beautiful beach to walk on. Lots of bird life! the house is very comfortable, everything works, the wooden ceiling makes it a little dark in the the living areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Log Cabin Bliss
If you want peace and quiet this is the place. Glorious spot with fantastic views and easy access to beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great to get back to this amazing spot
A repeat visit for us to this fantastic hideaway. Great little house with all the comforts of home and kayaks to use. Love walking down the beach or through the reserve to the Jetty cafe where they do really good food and also did a trip to Parakai Springs this time, grabbing a coupon off Grab One
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet holiday hideaway
Loved this place, needed a quiet break away from the hustle and bustle to reset and this place delivered. Kids loved having the quiet beach right in front of us and the selection of old skool board games that I remember from my grandparents holiday home when I was a kid. Great to have access to kayaks as well. Nice and warm and cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kylie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great location and a lovely house. Really enjoyed exploring the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Log cabin
Lovely 2 weeks in an idyllic spot. Will stay again
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SonPeaceful
This is a wonderful spot. So peaceful just what is needed for a break away from it all. Host is lovely. Property is well kept, well equipt and clean. A short walk around the beach is a cafe which we really enjoyed the people were great and the food was always good. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monique H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, nice and quiet!
Beautiful quiet spot! Was there over stormy weekend but plenty to do in and out of the rain! Kayaks, boardgames, swim, explore garden, explore local area, …..Relax, hit the local cafe! Good house setup with loads of seating and everything you need! Nothing missing at all!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location
Fantastic location with amazing views
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location - private little paradise!
We had such a wonderful stay here, the location is amazing, very secluded yet walking distance to a cafe and two playgrounds with some walking tracks in the area. Plenty of space for our family of five and the bach is so well set up. We had lots of rain but it was very cozy watching the storm from inside and there are heaps of board games to entertain. Communication with the owners was very quick and easy and helpful. We loved our time and would love to stay again one day if we are in the area again. Thanks so much for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ella S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wet weekend.. wow
We stayed over a wet winter weekend, it didn't stop raining! But still this place blew us away, such a special and private spot with a garden to die for and the beach right in front. Thank you for having us in your clearly well loved family home.

10/10 Excellent

Callum H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning house overlooking the water
We were blown away by the stunning outlook this property had. The pictures didn't do it justice

10/10 Excellent

Gerhard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a getaway. Property well maintained and have everything you need. Will be back.
Owner was great to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sian w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Great getaway to recharge the batteries
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly Hideaway 😎
Was taken away by the beautiful & serene surroundings. Waking up to Songbird every morning & listening to the waves lapping from the deck of a wonderful Bach is definitely heaven on earth. Really enjoyed the peaceful surroundings & comfortable accommodation. The views are beautiful!!!Thank you for sharing your amazing home 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sian w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend to relax
Beautiful location and a perfect spot to get away from it all. This is our third stay and we’ll definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sian w.

Beautiful!
What an absolute gem of a property. Surrounded by nature this is a perfect place to come, relax and re-energise

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Loved it
It poured with rain and we had a power cut on Xmas day but none of that mattered as the setting was so perfect. House is well cared for. We will definitely use again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Leonie D.

Awesome location, very Private and overhaul very good. Rebecca thanks for all your help.
Beautiful gardens. Leonie&Riaan
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Chris N.

Perfect little gem on the coast.
Perfect little gem on the coast. Private and peaceful. Cosy in the winter time
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

talk about being transported to a little paradise.
talk about being transported to a little paradise... such a beautiful, private and tranquil spot. I don't want to rave too much so that I get too many others booking out the place... I want to go back!!
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10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

House was fantastic, even better than what we could see in the photos, and it would have to be the b
House was fantastic, even better than what we could see in the photos, and it would have to be the best location in Shelly beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Tosha B.

Excellent secluded location with own beach and plenty of garden for the kids to explore.
Excellent secluded location with own beach and plenty of garden for the kids to explore. House has everything you need and the kayaks were enjoyed by the kids. Nice walk to the jetty and two playgrounds nearby.

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca

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What makes this property unique

Privacy and seclusion

Languages:

English