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Comfortable retro bach, close to everything

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Beach towels
Exterior
Pool
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 430 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Anzac Bay, Auckland
  • Wild on Waiheke
    2 min drive
  • Tantalus Estate
    3 min drive
  • Shelly Beach
    7 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    239 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Comfortable retro bach, close to everything

This cute bach has recently been renovated for comfort with an authentic twist. The house is ready for a wonderful holiday on stunning Waiheke Island. It has wrap around decks, with large, covered areas, so you can use the bbq anytime. Relax in mid-century style, mixed with contemporary highlights. Curl up on the couch and enjoy the eclectic book collection. Wander down the road to the famous Ostend market on Saturday mornings, walk the new Te Ara Hura walkway which goes straight past the bach, or enjoy some of the neighbourhood cafes. Bring or rent a car or bike for the short trip to any of the beautiful beaches - Palm Beach is only 5 minutes away by car.
This is a simple house with a semi-rural outlook. It does not have a sea view, but the closest beach is a 5 minute stroll away. The cottage has its own off-road parking and sits on over half an acre of landscaped grounds, approx 30m from the main residence. A great base for a short stay or extended holiday on the island.

Doing some work on the island? The bach has unlimited free UFB WIFI and we can offer black and white printing if you need it. Reasonable printing charges apply.

We have a simple wall mounted TV with DVD and Chromecast, stream video from your mobile device or laptop, great for personal use, won't overwhelm the lounge.

Available all year round, for short stays and longer holidays. It has been insulated, and we have good heating, extra blankets for cold nights and plenty of hot water bottles to keep your feet warm, but hey we hardly ever get frosty nights on the island.

Special conditions:
No fences around the property, may not be suitable for small children.

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Anzac Bay. Free WiFi in public areas is available. The cottage includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Steps from Anzac Bay and a 2-minute drive from Wild on Waiheke
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Waiheke Island cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

jansnapnz

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking includes off-street options
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Unit size: 323 sq ft (30 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; 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 first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Comfortable retro bach, close to everything Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 111 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 111 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winery weekend
Lovely stay - tidy and retro bach, welcoming hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility plus
Away from the business of Waiheke at the peak season yet only a 10 minute walk to Ostend village and the bus to the beaches, this place was perfect for myself and my mum. Jackie and Jan were lovely hosts offering us homemade bread and the beans growing that they had in abundance. Beds fabulously comfortable. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kiwiana bach
Cute little getaway. Perfect for a few days. Real minor grumbles - theres lots of mozzies (bring mortien and lavender oil), the kettle switch is temperamental and there's no oven. Apart from that we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab stay
Lovely stay and a lovely host. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greig W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mid week getaway
Absolutely stunning kiwi bach perfectly located!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little batch
We had an awesome stay here. We loved the character of the place and it had everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denne M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Great bach in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Candice R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retro Heaven
Cute little retro property with comfy beds. Nice and neat, warm and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ostend cottage
Clean and comfortable retro cottage Would happily return
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness
So good we will be back
Lovely couple hosting, beautiful place, very nostalgic, we had a great time and were very comfortable. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a clean affordable bach to stay at on Waiheke
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Lovely spot to stay on Waiheke. A lovely retro cottage with a beautiful veranda to enjoy the northern sun.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Demi A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
The bach was so cute! Very neat and tidy and had everything we needed. My Mum who was a kid in the 70s loved all of the retro furnishings and decor, such a neat place to stay! Thanks very much for having us, we hope to visit again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Paddy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
So cute
Beautiful styling of this retro bach! Comfortable and very clean. Not in the most scenic part of Waiheke, but if you don't have a car, only a 10-15 minute walk to bus and supermarket and cafes. Good value.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

barbara g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant place and lovely people
We can’t think of a single way this bach could have been better. We loved it. Very comfortable and well provisioned and close to market, shops, water and bus. And lovely generous hosts. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great bach
Everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barb L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay
Comfy beds, lots of coat hangers,well equipped kitchen, good shower, ex clothes line, lovely garden full of greens we were invited to eat. Close to all buses and to Supermarket. 11 out of 10. They thought of every thing
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

janice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kiwi retro paradise
Everything we needed. Great themed style. Comfortable and clean bed with great shower pressure. Needed a car to get around but we had this… beautiful fresh made bread on arrival… thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well done retro bach,lots of nice things from 40 years ago.Everything you could need was supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

denise r.

Liked: Cleanliness
the bach
really lovely bach that is well supplied with everything you need, we loved it here, and Jan was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Easy to access, yet off the main road so it was peaceful. It gave us a peaceful rest - just what we needed. Really appreciate the commitment to the environment. Loved the birds. And very quick responses to any questions or needs we had. Thanks very much for hosting us
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb place to stay
What a marvelous Bach to stay in ..would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property and hosts
Everything we needed for a week stay in Waiheke. The beds were comfy and we had everything we needed. The hosts were nice and like the rest of Waiheke, the area was great.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane H., Auckland New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Waiheke island weekend
Ideal place to stay for our weekend. Everything we needed Walking distance to Ostend : Saturday farmers market, supermarket, buses (Good bus service on the island) Highlights freshly baked sourdough Saturday morning. Definitely order if you can.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S., Lower Hutt

Liked: Cleanliness
Retro bach
Lovely bach to stay in. Exactly as described and very comfortable! An easy walk way from Ostend village which has a supermarket, a lovely fine foods shop ( best pies ever! ) and an interesting market on Saturday morning. Jan makes sourdough bread on a Saturday we discovered so ordered a loaf. We would recommend everyone who stays - order one ( or two! ) its fabulous!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super relaxing and comfortable.
Fabulous, clean, cosy, lacking nothing. Superb location and host delivered us a fantastic loaf of bread. Great for children, easy and plenty of parking. Lovely outdoor deck table and chairs. We loved this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022