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Serenity - Palm Beach Pathway Retreat

Vacation home in Waiheke Island with kitchen and balcony

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Beach
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Dining
Dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Waiheke Island, Auckland
  • Place, Enclosure Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Anzac Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandy Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪103 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Serenity - Palm Beach Pathway Retreat

Summary:

Serenity is a warm, north facing home tucked into a sheltered corner of Palm Beach. Designed for relaxed island living, it offers sun filled interiors, easy indoor outdoor flow, and a quiet private pathway that leads directly down to the sand. It is a comfortable, well balanced base for families or groups wanting space, privacy, and simple access to the beach.



The Space:

Serenity has a calm, welcoming beach house feel, with generous shared living areas, soft natural light, and a layout that encourages time together. The open plan kitchen, dining, and lounge sit at the heart of the home and open through wide bi fold doors to the deck, making it easy to move between indoors and outdoors throughout the day.



The kitchen is well equipped for group stays and entertaining, with ample bench space and a large dining table that comfortably seats ten. This area works naturally for shared meals, long breakfasts, and relaxed evenings. Outside, the covered deck extends the living space further, with outdoor dining and lounge areas that can be enjoyed in most weather conditions.



Both indoor and outdoor fireplaces allow the home to be used comfortably year round, whether for summer evenings outside or cooler months spent gathered indoors. The surrounding gardens and established planting create a sense of privacy and quiet, while keeping the home closely connected to the beach.



A private pathway winds through a Nikau glade and leads directly to Palm Beach. This sheltered section of the bay is known for calm swimming and is particularly well suited to families, with the beach easily reached on foot without needing to cross busy roads.



Bed configuration

Bedroom 1: king bed with ensuite

Bedroom 2: two single beds

Bedroom 3: super king bed (can be split into singles on request)

Bedroom 4: super king bed (can be split into singles on request)



Guest Access:

Guests have full access to the entire home, outdoor living areas, and the private pathway that leads through the Nikau glade to Palm Beach. Parking is available on site.



The Neighborhood:

Serenity sits in one of Waiheke’s most loved areas, only a short stroll from Palm Beach, known for its soft sand, safe swimming, and long sunny afternoons. The beach has a small local store for essentials, ice cream, and takeaway food.



For breakfast or coffee, guests can make their way to Palm Beach Store, or head into Ostend or Oneroa for The Island Grocer, Frenchôt, Wai Kitchen, or The Local.



Nearby dining includes Three Seven Two, Charlie Farley’s, and the restaurants scattered along Onetangi Beach. The island’s well-known vineyards, Tantalus, Stonyridge, Te Motu, Wild Estate, Obsidian, Casita Miro, Mudbrick, and Cable Bay, are all within a short drive or bus ride.



Coastal tracks, bays, and swimming spots surround the area, and Ostend’s Saturday Farmers’ Market is only minutes away for fresh produce and local goods.



Getting Around:

The closest bus stop is within walking distance, with regular services running from Onetangi toward Oneroa and the Matiatia passenger ferry. Buses stop near major wineries, including The Heke, Stonyridge, Tantalus, Te Motu, The Heke and Wild Estate, before continuing into Oneroa Village and down to the ferry terminal.



Taxis, e-bikes, scooter hire, and car rentals are available nearby. Parking at the property makes it easy to arrive with your own vehicle



Other Things to Note:

The property uses rainwater tanks, so guests need to be mindful of water consumption, particularly in the summer months.



Minimum stay requirements apply as noted above.

7 nights between Christmas and mid January

3 nights remainder of January and holiday weekends

2 nights all other times



Interaction with Guests:

Our Stay Waiheke team is available seven days a week from 8:30am to 5pm for general queries.



For life-threatening medical emergencies or urgent property emergencies such as fire, guests must call 111 immediately.



For all other urgent after-hours matters, an emergency contact number is provided in your arrival instructions.
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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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

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Palm Beach, a neighborhood in Waiheke Island. 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 Obsidian Vineyard. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving.
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Waiheke Island, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Enclosure Bay - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Anzac Bay - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sandy Bay - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Hekerua Bay - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Oyster Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Casita Miro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ki Maha - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Double Shot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Farley's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity - Palm Beach Pathway Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serenity - Palm Beach Pathway Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity - Palm Beach Pathway Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serenity - Palm Beach Pathway Retreat located?

Located in Palm Beach, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Sandy Bay, Anzac Bay, and Enclosure Bay. Hekerua Bay and Obsidian Vineyard are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeremy P.

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

Stay

Good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vrbo Social T.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Stay Waiheke

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Our team at Stay Waiheke all live, work, and raise our families on Waiheke Island and we know well what makes this island so special. We look forward to sharing our local knowledge and assisting our guests with all aspects of their stay.
Our team is available 7 days a week 8:30 am to 5pm for guests and for emergencies after hours.

Why they chose this property

Private pathway through the Nikau Glade to the white sands of Palm Beach
Close proximity to world-class vineyards and restaurants

Languages:

English
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