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Auckland Beach Retreat

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Property grounds
Smart TV, DVD player, video library, stereo
Private beach
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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.

Auckland Beach Retreat

Escape to your own slice of paradise, located less than 90 minutes from downtown Auckland. This stunning property offers genuine seclusion with its private white sandy beach, where you can unwind and reconnect with nature. As you drive through breathtaking scenery, you'll be captivated by the magnificent mountain and ocean views leading to this unspoiled area.

The modern two-storey “Wairau Stone” home is nestled on over 3 acres of lush pasture land, facing East over the protected private beach and the pristine Manukau Harbour. With ample space to accommodate up to 16 guests comfortably, this home is perfect for families, couples, or even corporate retreats.

While we uphold a strict 'No Party Policy' to ensure respect for our property and neighbors, we encourage our guests to relax and enjoy their time here. Please note that any disruptive gatherings will result in immediate cancellation of your booking.

Indulge in a luxurious stay, featuring expansive living, dining, and deck areas that all boast stunning views of the beach, harbour, and the vibrant city of Auckland. Entertain in style with a fully equipped granite kitchen and a spacious 10-seater dining table, perfect for memorable meals together. Spend your days lounging on your private beach with crystal-clear waters or exploring the coastline's sheltered bays and diverse fauna.

**Special Conditions:**
- Smoking is permitted only outside.

**Extras:**
- Cleaning and linen are included for your convenience.

Book your stay at this magnificent beach house and experience the ultimate coastal retreat!

Property manager

kimke361

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: Must be kept in the downstairs garage area only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

Auckland Beachfront Retreat Manukau Heads
Auckland Beachfront Retreat Private vacation home
Auckland Beachfront Retreat Private vacation home Manukau Heads

About the area

Located in Manukau Heads, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Villa Maria Estate and Villa Maria Auckland Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matakawau Beach and Waitakere Ranges. Travelling with kids? Consider Butterfly Creek and Treasure Island Adventure Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Getting around

  • Pukekohe Station - 79 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chin Wags - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Clarks Beach Takeaways - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Camel - ‬98 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Auckland Beach Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Auckland Beach Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Auckland Beach Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Auckland Beach Retreat located?

Located on the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Matakawau Beach and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Manukau Heads Lighthouse. Waipipi Bird Park is 21.3 mi (34.3 km) away.

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Auckland Beach Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 261 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 305 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicola G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for family getaway

We had the most wonderful time at Awhitu. The beach down the path was so perfect for all of the kids to explore, the house has so much space for everyone to spread out and so well set up for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graham’s Beach bach

The house is very well maintained with lots of extra linen and towels. The lounge is big and spacious. I will definitely recommend the place to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay

This is perfect for an extended family get away. The place was well equiped and we can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful property

i stayed here with 8 friends for a birthday getaway and everyone loved it!! the beach was beautiful and the house provided us the perfect place for down time and socialising. thanks for letting us stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

Even better than expected!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay.

Great place to stay for a family weekend. Large living area and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ioana I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time to celebrate our mums 70th bday

The property was perfect. Clean and had everything we needed for an enjoyable and comfortable stay. The photos dont do justice, the views were beautiful from the balcony. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tileah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Perfect place for the family!

We had such a great stay with the family at the Graham's Beach Bach. From the host to the location and everything in between, everything was perfect. Thank you again, we will be back 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ananth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place to stay

We were enjoyed in this place. Happy to recommend for family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farrokh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place

Very nice place, well presented . Clean and tidy, enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

A fun few days for the family. Beach safe and house well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamie Maree R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great out of city escape

This is a beautiful place to stay about and hour and a half out of Auckland. Beds are comfortable, great size rooms, huge kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family getaway

Second time staying there nice and quiet family holiday definitely recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kashmira A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic experience as always

Brilliant property and fantastic stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Foli S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to stay at with your family awesome location to get away from the city life

Me and my whanau had a awesome stay beautiful scenery to wake up to walks on the beach and just enjoying life whilst staying there,beautiful abode
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryce K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place

This is 2nd time we have been here and both times the place has been perfect. Great area for walks and 2 minutes walk to beach and 5minutes to Awhitu Winery. We hope to be back again some time soon. Thanks to the hosts as great communication, and ever thing as per the Bookabach site
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eoin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Retreat

We had such a great time in Awhitu, the house is great for large groups with uts extensive balcony & lounge areas. So close to your own private beach which is great for an early morning walk around to the boat ramp. Highly recommend staying here, host & mamager very easy to deal with too!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

M C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great setting

This is our third stay at Grahams Beach. Always enjoy our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great place. Slept 3 families easily. Has everything we needed. Great location on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

I wish we stayed longer as the place is really amazing. Hoping to get a chance to book it again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charleen B., Porirua

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Absolutely beautiful home fit all our family with no sweat will definitely book in the near future
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tuwhera T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay with gorgeous views

We had a work workshop out at this lovely property. The location and views were perfection. We highly recommend this property for large or small families. We look forward to booking property in the future. Property has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Thank you for providing this beautiful space for all to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Campbell L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a large group

Great, large accomodation for a weekend away with extended family. Beautiful ocean views and hop skip and a jump to the beach. Other family members had stayed here before so recommended this to us and we would definately stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First time staying here

Absolute beautiful house! So spacious good for big families, stunning view of the beach from the house! Definitely would come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect family getaway.

I treated my children and the grandchildren a weekend away at this special place- a group of 8. The excitement of choosing which bedroom to have and who got the bunks was a highlight. There was just so much room for us all to relax or get together to play games together. The views over the Manukau was spectacular and we spent a lot of time on the deck just watching the sunrise, boats and planes. We loved the little walkway down to the private beach-a little steep for the oldies, but we made it! The kitchen was well stocked with every utensil and plates etc you could need and the beds were comfortable and cosy. We did not want to leave and we will definitely go back again for a family holiday. Thank you to Kim for letting us use your special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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