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Tranquil Bush Living- on the 'Fringe of Heaven'

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Front of House
Skye's Rest
Front entrance
Dinning Area
Living Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 695 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Titirangi, Auckland
  • Auckland Zoo
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Eden Park
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Sky Tower
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tranquil Bush Living- on the 'Fringe of Heaven'

Located in an elevated position on the southern end of the Waitakere ranges, this quiet location provides easy access to the many walking tracks in the area. Walk to the Arataki Visitor Centre along a picturesque bush trail, or walk in to Titirangi along the historic pipe line track.

Titirangi village includes cafes, shops and and an art gallery. Good bus and train links throughout Auckland.

West coast beaches are a short 30 mins drive away.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

Stays of 7+ nights automatically receive a 10% discount. Stays of 28+ nights automatically receive a 15% discount.

A good sized main bedroom includes one Queen sized bed, side tables, chest of drawers and a wardrobe. The second bedroom includes two single bed with side tables. A third area has two single beds that can be joined to make a king sized bed. This area can be screened off and make room for two more people to sleep.
The dinning area has lovely bush views for you to enjoy.

The kitchenette includes an induction hob, small electric oven, dishwasher, microwave, electric fry pan, good sized fridge and freezer drawer, coffee machine, sandwich maker, toaster and jug. Pots, pans, cutlery, dinnerware, cups, glasses, etc are all included. There are also basic pantry supplies available.

The living area includes a 2 seater sofa , and occasional chairs, coffee table, T.V and stereo.

The bathroom includes a shower, heated towel rail, vanity and washing machine. Towels are also provided.

There is a heat pump in the main bedroom and one located in the main part of the house.

There is a separate toilet.

The house is filled with a large assortment of books for you to enjoy during your stay.

There is an outdoor sitting area with BBQ, for you to enjoy and a trampoline and swings that children are welcome to use.

Property manager

Jason & Salome
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch, English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Auckland

Located in Titirangi, a neighbourhood in Auckland, this cottage is in a rural area. Queen Street Shopping District and Princes Wharf are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Auckland Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Eden Park or Mt. Smart Stadium. Jet skiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Titirangi, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Auckland Zoo - 20 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Eden Park - 22 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Mt. Eden - 24 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Sky Tower - 26 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 26 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

  • New Lynn Fruitvale Road Station - 11 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Humbug Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Golden Bridge Takeaways - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Iti - a Drinks and Bites Garden - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Trocadero Coffee Lounge - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Bush Living- on the 'Fringe of Heaven' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Bush Living- on the 'Fringe of Heaven'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Bush Living- on the 'Fringe of Heaven'?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Bush Living- on the 'Fringe of Heaven' located?

Located in Titirangi, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Lopdell House Gallery, Waikumete Cemetery and Titirangi Golf Club. Avondale Sunday Market and Waitakere Hospital are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 76 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Great location, access to beautiful walks, quiet; easy access to Titirangi
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, beds were comfortable, house was so accommodating, surrounded by nature and listening to all the birds is amazingq
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Lovely place in a beautiful setting with hosts who made things so easy!! Would def stay again. Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil and cozy home
Great location near Titirangi and halfway between the city and the Western Beaches. Home owners live next door and were very kind and welcoming. Plenty of privacy. Easy to find everything we needed in the home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helene P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
We enjoyed our stay, lovely place overlooking the bush. Close to our family. We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
roomy and peaceful
We loved this property. We stayed for the weekend to attend a wedding nearby. The location was excellent - quiet and peaceful but handy to the Titirangi shops and other amenities. The property was bigger than we were expecting with two lounge spaces. While being more on the rustic side, it was also clean, tidy and really well equipped - especially the kitchen. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Calm stay in a regional park area- perfect for young families
We enjoyed our stay overall. Kitchen and utensil cleanliness can be improved.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat.
A 3 week stay in a beautiful location. Loved the birds! Everything we could possibly need was provided. Thank you. Highly recommended!
Stayed 22 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Not fancy, but clean, comfortable, well equipped, forest walks from the front door. Just right for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizette & Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fringe of heaven indeed
Loved the cottage, with everything you need for a stay. Fabulous outlook, quiet & near Titirangi
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, tranquil stay
Such a beautiful place to stay. The hosts have put lots of thought and love into creating a lovely retreat. The location is divine and the many walks are perfect. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect spot
Thank you we loved staying in your beautiful part of New Zealand. And if we are back in Titirangi for another family function would love to be able to stay her again..
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jason has a wonderful house, very organic and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So Relaxing and Calm
Thank you so much for such a wonderful stay! We were on the tale end of a seven week trip and booked your place to have a place to wind down. It was such a treat to be in nature yet close to amenities and the City for a little site seeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, quiet lication.
This was a nice location. Close to the city and activities but in a quiet location. We enjoyed ourselves even if it was for only 1 night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet
A lovely little place to stay. The hosts were clear in their communications and very accommodating. Thanks folks🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was awesome.. clean... everything we needed on the kitchen... even a waffle maker 😀
Will come back again as we have family in the area. Great for young kids... toys... games and books plus outdoor play area
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zoe O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Airy and well appointed
Loved our stay in this classic kiwi batch full of charm and character. Friendly hosts and picturesque surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
As soon as we walked into this home we felt relaxed. Lovely decor with everything we needed. So quiet on the edge of the Waitakere ranges. Loved our stay here. Great communication from Jason and Salome...highly recommend this property. Would stay again if in Auckland.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay
Great location, and just a short drive to visit family in the area. house was perfect for our needs and the air conditioning was a life saver in the summer heat. Kids loved the swing, trampoline and air hockey table available.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

BETTY E., Ocean Grove, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to relax. We wished that we were staying longer because of the great walks nearby.
Beautiful location. Light andairy, with good heating. Exceptionally well euipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

geoff l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Loved this place. My partner and I stayed here for a month when we were in town with work and would happily have stayed longer. It's a great house in a beautiful spot, very peaceful and private. The house has everything you need and the hosts were very responsive whilst also leaving us to ourselves. There's great walking tracks on the doorstep and overall it is fantastic place to relax and spend time. Hope to be back again!
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Like a home
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Duane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful cottage
This property is in a great location for access to beaches and bushwalks with the Titirangi Village within an easy drive. The outlook is beautiful, onto natural bush. The house was well appointed, had everything we needed, although we found the beds uncomfortable. Overall we had a pleasant stay and found the hosts helpful and nice to deal with.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarnia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
This was the perfect place for our family of 5 to stay during our short holiday. Unfortunately the weather kept us inside but there was plenty of room to move and we didn't feel crammed in on top of each other. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jason & Salome

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Your hosts are Jason and Salome. We have two children, Luca is 19 and Amelie is 16 years old. Jason and Salome have been married for 21 years. Jason was born in New Zealand and Salome was born in The Netherlands and immigrated with her family when she was 6 years old. Salome can still speak Dutch and some limited French. Before having children Jason and Salome traveled around Europe and have been back once with their children.
As a family we enjoy the bush walks around us and also traveling around New Zealand or overseas when we can.

Why they chose this property

If you want to be close enough to the center of Auckland city but still enjoy the tranquility of a bush setting then this is definitely the place for you. Here you can certainly enjoy the best of both worlds.

What makes this property unique

This really is a location where you can enjoy the best of both worlds. There are the ever changing bush views and native birds. There are bush walks on your doorstep and there a numerous opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

There are great cafes and eateries only 5 minutes drive away as well as Te Uru, the local art gallery. Further there are local markets as well as some a further drive away that we can recommend.
This is a north facing house that gets all day sun, and it is in a quiet location. However if you are missing the hustle and bustle of the city then Auckland City center is only a 30min drive away. Why not take a day out to explore some of the nearby islands. Tiritirmatangi, for example is a local bird sanctuary, which is well worth a visit.

If you just want to sit back and relax then the house has a large selection of books for you to enjoy during your stay.

Languages:

English, Dutch

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