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Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4592.0 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Kereru Cottage, tranquil and safe, close to Baddeleys Beach, Tawharanui
A wonderfully private bach retreat at Baddeleys Beach, close to Matakana village. It is a short walk to Baddeley's Beach only two minutes away (Campbell's Beach 10 min walk). Both beaches have safe playground facilities for children. The 55 minute drive from Auckland Harbour Bridge is soon to be reduced further with the completion of the Puhoi motorway section. An elevated picture frame view through native taraire, puriri and nikau trees looks out into Kawau Bay. An extensive decking area adds to indoor/outdoor living. Native bird life abounds in the adjacent bush: wood pigeon (kereru), tui, bellbird, fantail and kaka. Other birdlife includes quail, pheasants and kookaburra.
The single level bach comes with all the necessary fit out to ensure a comfortable stay, whether it be a weekend or a week or two. A gas fired brick BBQ is conveniently located on the deck.
The location is central to many local attractions including Matakana village and Farmer's Market, cinemas, galleries, wineries, Brick Bay sculpture trail, Sculptureum Park and restaurant, Tawharanui and other regional parks, Goat Island, Sawmill Brewery, Sandspit/Kawau ferry, and golf courses at Omaha and Warkworth.
A child safe setting is offered, with a compliant balustrade around the deck perimeter.
Thorough cleaning is carried out after the departure of each group of guests.
Special conditions:
Five night minimum stay from 20 Dec to 10 Jan.
Two night minimum stay other times.
10% off stays of 7 nights or longer (except peak times).
Welcome to arrive from 3 pm on first day.
Check out by 11 am on departure day unless agreed otherwise.
Remove rubbish and leave tidy as found.
Linen available on request at additional cost.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay);
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are required to bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillow cases)
Bedroom 1: one queen bed
Bedroom 2: two king single beds
The single level bach comes with all the necessary fit out to ensure a comfortable stay, whether it be a weekend or a week or two. A gas fired brick BBQ is conveniently located on the deck.
The location is central to many local attractions including Matakana village and Farmer's Market, cinemas, galleries, wineries, Brick Bay sculpture trail, Sculptureum Park and restaurant, Tawharanui and other regional parks, Goat Island, Sawmill Brewery, Sandspit/Kawau ferry, and golf courses at Omaha and Warkworth.
A child safe setting is offered, with a compliant balustrade around the deck perimeter.
Thorough cleaning is carried out after the departure of each group of guests.
Special conditions:
Five night minimum stay from 20 Dec to 10 Jan.
Two night minimum stay other times.
10% off stays of 7 nights or longer (except peak times).
Welcome to arrive from 3 pm on first day.
Check out by 11 am on departure day unless agreed otherwise.
Remove rubbish and leave tidy as found.
Linen available on request at additional cost.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay);
NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are required to bring your own linen (towels/sheets/pillow cases)
Bedroom 1: one queen bed
Bedroom 2: two king single beds
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Tawharanui
Located in Tawharanui, this cottage is in a rural area. Heron's Flight and Ascension Wine Estate Matakana Auckland are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Matakana Village and Matakana Weekend Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Action Ninja World and Blue Adventures. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Matakana, Matakana
What's nearby
- Baddeleys Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Matakana Village - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
- Omaha Beach - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
- Goat Island - 26 min drive - 25.6 km
- Orewa Beach - 42 min drive - 53.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Smoke Junction BBQ - 14 min drive
- 8 Wired Barrelworks - 9 min drive
- Pete & Mary's Eatery - 18 min drive
- The Stables - 8 min drive
- Crimson Coast Cafe - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
7 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Carolyn B.
30 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Carolyn B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Justine
7 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Justine
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan O.
28 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ryan O.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephen R.
13 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stephen R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rachael T.
23 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rachael T.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa W.
11 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
26 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Glenda K.
21 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glenda K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
lesley D.
29 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lesley D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott G.
20 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private and handy location
Scott G.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Victoria T.
18 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape from Hamilton
Victoria T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alfonso G.
25 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alfonso G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Claire v.
16 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, and facilities!
Claire v.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Louise M.
3 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Louise M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mark F.
18 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation,
Mark F.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ezra B.
25 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Ezra B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dana K.
15 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dana K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrew P.
21 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
tranquil & Peaceful
Andrew P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Jansci K.
19 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Jansci K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Kathy R.
5 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend away
Kathy R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carl A.
17 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful break
Carl A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris P.
14 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris P.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Aroha H.
8 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
Aroha H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
ingrid
12 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
ingrid
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by johnon227
Semi retired couple who enjoy travelling between stints of minding grandchildren. We both grew up in a rural town in Franklin district, south of Auckland. Still live in same area today. During working life have lived overseas in Europe and South East Asia. Keen nature lovers .
Why they chose this property
The location is close to Matakana village with great access to Tawharanui, Omaha and Point Wells. The bach is positioned along a private ROW and is surrounded by native bush and vibrant bird life. The bach offers a picture frame view through native puriri, taraire and nikau trees out into Kawau Bay. The bach and surrounds offer comfortable accommodation and amenity access. This is ideal for couples and small families to experience a slice of greater Auckland away from the bustle of the city. The bach has a good range of facilities and extensive decking around three sides of the cottage. This is a safe setting for young families.
What makes this property unique
A well appointed two bedroom bach, close to beaches, with easy access to the many attractions in the Matakana and Tawharanui areas of the Rodney District.
Languages:
English
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