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LARGE FAMILY HOME - Short Walk to Two Beaches & Netflix

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Outdoor Entertaining Area
Dining
Dining
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Torbay, Auckland
  • Long Bay Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Browns Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • North Harbour Stadium
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Child Bed

Master suite 1

1 Queen Bed

Master suite 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

LARGE FAMILY HOME - Short Walk to Two Beaches & Netflix

You will love your stay at my well-maintained and well appointed home that has everything you need for a comfortable holiday.

Ideal for larger extended family groups, with bedrooms across two levels and two bathrooms (renovated main bathroom and a small ensuite bathroom).

There are large dinning and sitting room areas (includes extra large smart TV with Netflix, pics have not yet been updated to show new TV) and a purpose buiIt outdoor entertaining area with comfy couches, and a small BBQ. There is a further wrap around deck at the back with additional outdoor seating, so you can follow the sun!

The kitchen is generously stocked and includes all whiteware, including a dishwasher. The newly renovated bathroom has a double vanity, 'rain' showerhead, bath, heated towel rail and washing machine.

In this four bedroom property there are two large bedrooms with queen bed suites (the master bedroom has a small ensuite bathroom). There are two additional smaller bedrooms, one with two bunk beds (sleeping four) and the other with one bunk bed (sleeping two). Beautifully styled with comfort for larger groups in mind.

The home is set on a secluded, large 670m2 section and offers a private and tranquil place to enjoy a holiday. Entertain on the deck with the outdoor furniture supplied and the small BBQ.

Prime coastal location which is a short walk to the following two beaches:
1. Winston's Cove (450m walk from the cottage) is one of Auckland's best kept secrets and is an ideal spot for a swimming and relaxing. It's our favourite little beach spot in Auckland.

2. Waiake Beach (650m walk from the cottage) is a beautiful bay that is good for swimming and boating. It has a sheltered estuary to one side of the beach which is great for kids. There are also a number of picnic/bbq facilities and a children's playground just off the beach. For the best home-made ice cream, head over the road to Tides Cafe.

Long Bay Beach and Regional Park (3 mins drive away)

Location:
25 mins to Downtown Auckland, off peak
5 mins to Albany
400m walk to Torbay shops / 3 mins drive to supermarket
Excellent public transport links - bus stop right near the house.
Browns Bay and Torbay villages (a short walk or drive away) have all the amenities you could need including supermarkets, great cafes and restaurants.

Special conditions:
Please note bookings of one night applies to a minimum of 7 guests. No minimum amount of guests applies to bookings of two nights or more.

Pets are welcomed but please request permission, as pet-related rules will apply to your stay.

No smoking.

Long term rates available from April to December.

No parties, gatherings or excessive noise or music.

Any damages must be paid for or replaced as agreed by owner.

Property manager

Marianne

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 3:00 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: limit 3 total
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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Auckland

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Torbay, a neighbourhood in Auckland. Auckland Ferry Terminal and Queens Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Princes Wharf and Queen Street Shopping District. Check out an event or a game at Spark Arena, and consider making time for Auckland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Torbay, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Long Bay Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Browns Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • AUT Millennium - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Massey University - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
  • North Harbour Stadium - 10 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Britomart Station - 29 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Browns Bay Brewing - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sweet As Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Vaughan Park Retreat Centre - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Asian Wok - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Tropezienne - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LARGE FAMILY HOME - Short Walk to Two Beaches & Netflix pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at LARGE FAMILY HOME - Short Walk to Two Beaches & Netflix?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LARGE FAMILY HOME - Short Walk to Two Beaches & Netflix?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LARGE FAMILY HOME - Short Walk to Two Beaches & Netflix located?

Located in Torbay, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Long Bay Beach and 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Browns Bay Beach. Rangitoto College and AUT Millennium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michele A., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable Home in Torbay
Marianne is one of the best hosts we have ever encountered. She is friendly, warm and incredibly responsive. My youngest daughter left her phone under the bed on the property. Not only did Marianne collect it for us, but she also arranged for a collection that was more convenient for us. We had everything we needed at the property. it is a short walk to the small downtown of Torbay and about 10–15-minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean and warm home with great space that suited our needs - lovely outside lounging area
Great - communication was really good with the property owner. The house was great and had a lovely family feel to it. Well spaced out and having the internet and Netflix was an added bonus for the kids.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madelein B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best holiday home EVER!!
This was honestly the best holiday home that we as a family stayed in!! I would recommend to anyone !! Price is reasonable and the host SHES just AMAZING!! Will definitely be staying again!! Property is clean and tidy!! EVERYTHING was just great ..Thank you Marianne for being an awesome host ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good stay
Adequate for our requirements, an eclectic mix in the house. Comfortable and warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Spacious, comfortable and good value.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sacha G., Te puke

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homely family Home
Lovely home,house is huge I so totally underestermated the size ,easy communication as host was awesome ,loved that this home caters for the whole family Pets included.also very much appreciated that I could have my whanau come to me as they are familiar with Auckland and I didn't have spend my time doing circles tryna find my way around I would book agen
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maree A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place home away from home
No hassles at all, very simple and easy to deal with
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Eileen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New year getaway
Fantastic property with so much love and life in it. We enjoyed being only 3-5 minute walk away from an amazing hidden cove which is in fact the perfect place to swim! The house itself is very lovely and spacious and great outdoor seating areas in the front and back. Nicely fenced for my very big dog too, we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic large home
Fantastic large home, we really enjoyed our stay here. Really clean and tidy, had everything we needed and it is spacious and well furnished for large groups - we especially enjoyed the outdoor sofas. Beds super comfortable. Owner was helpful and friendly and give us early check in and late check out Thanks we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Torbay getaway
Great location to many beaches along the coast and an easy walk to shops including a bakery voted NZ best pies!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gancho S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots of space and really nice
Our family of three really enjoyed this place. Quiet area, very spacious, clean and comfortable. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leigh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach for young children
The property is within easy walking distance of a great beach for children with a nice playground. We enjoyed swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and rock pool exploring. Also not too far into Auckland's attractions (Auckland traffic notwithstanding). Outdoor area was good for eating with kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

4/10 Poor

Anj H.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Unhappy with beddings
Property is exactly as you see it in the pictures, nice and close to the beach. We got charged extra for taking our chihuahuas as it would involve extra cleaning, we got there and there was already dog hair on the couch. So basically we paid for the cleaning of other peoples dogs too. The queen bed on the bottom floor was extremely hard, old and uncomfortable. Both queen beds had very dirty duvet covers and the queen bed up the top didn't have the right size sheet, it was a sheet for a single bed. Owner didn't do anything when I mentioned it to her. And one pillow didn't even have a pillow slip, it was disgusting. No spare beddings in the house anywhere so I could have fixed the situation myself. When we got to the house, there were towels hanging on the line which was directly outside the dining room. Not pleasant.

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short city break
Prompt communication, with owner/manager. Pictures are accurate. Good for our family of 5
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Joseph C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A good staycation
The place is good. Near to beautiful beaches and malls.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jade M., Newport qld

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Torbay Terrific
Our family of 5 + 2 dogs stayed at this Bach in March 2020, we loved the ability to walk to the beautiful Waiake Bay, local restaurants and services. The house was easily enough room to live comfortably during our stay, with access to full kitchen, bathrooms, living and dining areas, our kids loved the bunk rooms. Our stay was well communicated with our lovely hosts. Thanks again for your help .
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynley J., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great holiday location for family holiday
This house we found great as it had 4 bed rooms and lots of space to spread out. Plus a lovely outside deck. Kitchen was well equipped with most things and the beaches were beautiful, safe and close. It is an older house and kitchen and one bathroom is dated but the rest of the place has been refurbished, and beds are firm but comfortable, linen good quality, so we were very happy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!!
It was a very cozy place in a really great location - would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

Lovely spot
Spacious, clean and tidy. Comfy beds and sufficient amenities for the number it accommodated. Easy to contact owner - lovely spot would recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
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6/10 Okay

Dana L.

Very spacious and was comfortable to stay.
Very spacious and was comfortable to stay. Had everything we needed and awesome location! The owner was very friendly and easy to communicate with!
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nick T.

Well located, an easy walk to the beach, although a little more difficult coming back up the hill.
Well located, an easy walk to the beach, although a little more difficult coming back up the hill. Lovely beaches to get to, easy access to a small supermarket, takeaways, and coffee shop. House itself was showing some signs of wear, so wouldn't suit those looking for the height of luxury, but accomodated us very well, and was very comfortable. The promised resident Tui was regularly present, which was an added highlight.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and comfortable large home, we enjoyed our weekend there.
Very clean and comfortable large home, we enjoyed our weekend there. Well appointed with tasteful decor, our large group had everything we needed. Cold and rainy while we were there so we were grateful for the large heat pump and heater which keep home warm. Owner was particularly pleasant and friendly. Thanks, neat stay and we will be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

steep driveway.
steep driveway. So if taking older family members be aware. Access will be difficult for them.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Close to beaches and local shops.
Close to beaches and local shops. Short drive to Browns Bay for larger numbers of shops, restaurants etc. Large house over 3 levels providing plenty of space if a larger group were staying.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nice, quiet location.
Nice, quiet location. Very spacious house, nicely furnished. Master bedroom bit musty (as downstairs rooms tend to be). Nice decked area. Good internet. We enjoyed our stay!

About the host

Hosted by Marianne

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We will respect your privacy and will leave you to enjoy your stay. However, we will be readily available via phone, text, or email if you need assistance during your stay.

What makes this property unique

Recently refurbished and has everything you need for a great holiday

Languages:

English