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Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home

Cottage in Waiheke Island with kitchen and balcony

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Waiheke Island, Auckland
  • Place, Palm Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Mudbrick Vineyard
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Onetangi Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪105 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home

This 4 bedroom character filled holiday cottage, has gone through a complete make over where the inside was gutted and replaced with modern facilities and furnishings, but we have definitely kept the old world Retro style giving it a delightful charm and feel to it.

This is a classic property, which perfectly represents the type of Bach the grand parents used to have, where as kids we loved the situation of being able to spend all day on the beach and run home without having to worry about sand on our feet or being told off by the oldies for making a mess.

Drop Anchor is one of very few properties remaining in that original state, a real classical gem and now also very comfortably appointed.

It has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The bed configuration has the Master bedroom with a California (split-able) King bed in a large room which opens onto the wrap around covered deck, with the view across the Bay. The second bedroom has a split king bed. and the third bedroom has a King single bed.

At the back door is the sleep out, which has a double and single in one room and a small second room which is baby size, but will comfortably fit a Porta Cot. It has a further bathroom and shower.

The kitchen is completely remodeled with gas oven and hob, dishwasher, micro wave and fridge freezer, along with being well equipped with most everything you may need to whip up the great meal. We have kept the cupboards as they were, although repainted, they are still the same colour.

The living /dining room are open plan, with a large hand made table and benches, and the lounge has all new furniture. A 40 TV is on the wall equipped with Sky channels, along with a stereo which has a USB connection for smart phones, and of course free Wifi.

Drop Anchor is truly delightful, which will suit guests looking for that special and memorable holiday experience, they just dont make houses like this anymore.

The wrap around deck has BBQ and outdoor furniture. A big flat lawn runs off the front, and there is a further lawn to the rear, this has a purpose built area for a tent.

There are also board games and books galore, along with free use of the kayaks under the house.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Waiheke Island

Oneroa, a neighborhood in Waiheke Island, is home to this cottage. Waiheke Museum & Historic Village and Stony Batter Historic Reserve are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Goldie Vineyard and Cable Bay Vineyard. Whittaker’s Musical Museum and Ayrlies Garden are also worth visiting.
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Waiheke Island, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Oneroa Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Mudbrick Vineyard - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Matiatia Wharf Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Onetangi Beach - 9 min drive - 4.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mudbrick Wines - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Oyster Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Double Shot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fenice Cafe & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stonyridge Vineyard - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home located?

Located in Oneroa, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Enclosure Bay and Sandy Bay. Hekerua Bay and Palm Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Waiheke Island

We had a great stay!Close to the beach,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kavi K.

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

Amazing place!

Awesome place in a great location! We had a excellent time. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Frances O.

Wonderful location - very nice safe rocky beach as long as you...

Wonderful location - very nice safe rocky beach as long as you wear beach shoes as the rocks are very sharp and we all cut our feet badly the first day. Very well equipped kitchen - 2 of the bedrooms are on the small side.
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6/10 Okay

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Great locations

Great locations
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8/10 Good

Meredith M.

Great spot, we anchored our boat in Sandy Bay and walked to the property.

Great spot, we anchored our boat in Sandy Bay and walked to the property. House was clean and had everything we needed. Good having the sleep out as extra accommodation. Was nicer than we expected.
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10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

The house suited our needs very well.

The house suited our needs very well. It was clean and comfortable and the view was beautiful! There is plenty of seating on the porch as well as inside the house. The kitchen is well equipped and the shower works great. One oddity is that the beds are on wheels so if you want to sit up and read in bed, you may find yourself travelling across the room. The only negative is that the washing machine is complicated to figure out; the plumbing is hooked up to the sink in a unique way.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

would rate 5 if no mosquitoes

would rate 5 if no mosquitoes

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O.

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

Magic location

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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