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

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A view from a balcony with a railing, overlooking a coastal area with rocky outcrops and a body of water.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and large windows.
A wooden house with a covered porch and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A coastal view with a bench, a car, and lush greenery.
A covered outdoor area with wicker furniture and a view of a pool and greenery.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Waiheke Island, Auckland
  • Place, Enclosure Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hekerua Bay
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Oneroa Bay
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪116 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

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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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

Property # 20032880ha
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 Community Art Gallery and Whittaker’s Musical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Goldie Vineyard and Cable Bay Vineyard. Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre and Ayrlies Garden are also worth visiting.
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Waiheke Island, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Enclosure Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hekerua Bay - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Palm Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Oneroa Bay - 11 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Little Oneroa Beach - 11 min drive - 2.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hot Shot Espresso - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bisou - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Farley's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fenice Cafe & Restaurant - ‬7 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home?

As of Oct 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home on Oct 12, 2026 start from $337, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the 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 Oneroa Bay are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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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

Verified review

8/10 Good

Waiheke Island

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

10/10 Excellent

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
From a partner site

8/10 Good

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.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Great locations

Great locations
From a partner site

8/10 Good

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.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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.
Archival

6/10 Okay

would rate 5 if no mosquitoes

would rate 5 if no mosquitoes
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 7, 2023
You will be happy to know that we have measured up for both window screens and Nets, so you will be able to return, and not get bitten. Maybe we will get that 5 after all. Cheers, Ed.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

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

Magic location

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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