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"Palm Haven' Swanson, peaceful semi-rural lifestyle living.

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Peaceful warm and private .
Outdoor dining
Lounge with indoor outdoor flow.
No step entry.
Plenty of parking at the door.
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Waitakere City, Auckland
  • Place, Crystal Mountain
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Waitemata Harbour
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kumeu River Wines
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

About this property

"Palm Haven' Swanson, peaceful semi-rural lifestyle living.

Wake to morning birdsong in a clean quiet cozy two-bedroom cottage on a lifestyle block nestled at the foothills of the Waitakere ranges

LOCATION
~Conveniently located for the airport (40 mins), to the city (car 30 mins, train or bus), west or north (SH 16)
~2 minutes drive to the local Swanson train station
~2 minutes shops with superette, hairdresser, liquor store butcher and takeaways (fish and chips, Indian, Kebabs) and local cafes
Kumeu showgrounds 10 minutes away
Bethells Beach 10 mins away
Catch the train to Eden Park
10 mins Kumeu showgrounds
Zoo 20 mins
The perfect springboard for exploring the wonderful West Coast with its wineries, shopping centers, and natural wonders. Beautiful surf beaches, magnificent waterfalls, native bush, and stunning lakes are all within minutes of Palm Haven Cottage.

INSIDE
~Fully self-contained
~Quality furnishings and linen
~Disable friendly bathroom and access
~Newly refurbished throughout 2024
~ Open-plan living area
~Bedrooms are adjoining
~Electric blankets on all beds

PROVIDED
~tea bags, coffee, sugar, milk
~salt and pepper
~homemade jam
~other bits and pieces

OUTSIDE
~Surrounded by a gorgeous garden, rural outlook
~ Tranquil location well away from noisy traffic and with a large parking area - trailers and boats welcome
~Covered fenced-off deck for outdoor relaxing and dining during summer


LOCATION
~Conveniently located to Auckland international airport 33 km(30 minutes by car off-peak)
~ Auckland City (30 minutes by car off-peak)
~ west or north (SH 16) 15 minutes away
~2 minutes drive to the local Swanson
train station
~2 minutes to local shops
~Black sand beach with glow worm caves and waterfall 15 minutes
~Located at the foothills of the Waitakere ranges tramping tracks
~Ten minutes to Waitakere Hospital
~Ten minutes to Kumeu and winery's

Check-in after 2 pm; Check - out 10 am unless by prior arrangement
Special conditions:
It has a large fully fully-fenced deck
No parties or group gatherings
No camping
No pets
Smoking is allowed outside only, please don't throw butts on the ground.
Remove shoes before going inside as we have chickens that are free-range and you may stand in a poop
Check-in after 2 pm and before 8 pm or after 8 pm by prior arrangement. Check out at 10 am unless by prior arrangement

Extras: Cleaning for one to seven-night stays (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay); Longer stays POA. Linen (included) NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Leave the house clean and tidy and do the dishes before you leave
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Auckland

Located in Waitakere, a neighbourhood in Auckland, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sky Tower and Waikumete Cemetery are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Auckland Ferry Terminal and Waitakere Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Eden Park or Spark Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Waitakere City, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Bruce Ritchie Performing Arts Centre - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Crystal Mountain - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Soljans Estate - 8 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Waitemata Harbour - 9 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Kumeu River Wines - 10 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Swanson Station - 3 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Korero Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pukeko Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Swanson Station Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Domino's - ‬5 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very tidy and peaceful property, older setup but with everything you need to get away for some peace and quiet.Donna was a dream to deal with and made us feel welcome.Will be back again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2026
Thak you for your review and for being lovely guest's. I hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dani M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay. Comfortable beds and wonderfully quiet. All you need to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2026
Thanks for your review. Im pleased you enjoyed your stay in our little peace of paradise.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming host. A most restful, place to stay. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2025
Hi Fiona, thank you for your lovely review. You're welcome back anytime just give me a call.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely tranquil spot
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2026
I'm glad you enjoyed staying.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was very sweet and well equipped. Beds were comfortable and the whole place was very clean. Hosts are thoughtful in trying to anticipate needs. It was perfect for us :)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2026
Thank you for You're lovely review and for leaving the cottage so lovely and clean. You're welcome back anytime and i recommend you to other hosts. 5 star guests. Thank you for choosing to stay with me.
Verified

8/10 Good

Rob S.

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

Peaceful Retreat

I lovely quiet stay, nice thoughtful hosts. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2025
Thanks Rob, we are glad your stay your welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelien v.

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

Cute fine house

We loved this nice cottage in this amazing enverment.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2025
Im glad you enjoyed your stay. I am blessed to live here and love to share with our lovely guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Donna for letting me stay at your place. Excellent communication, stunning location and the property is 100% as described. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2025
Hi Steve, thank you for your great review. I try to make every persons stay a good one just as I would like it. You are a 5 star guest and I would recommend you to other hosts and welcome you back anytime. Thanks for choosing to stay with me.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really loved the view from there and Donna was so nice to us
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BETTY E.

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

Quiet, country location

Very pleasant cottage with everything that we needed for our stay. Excellent information about local sights, restaurants and cafes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheree C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful ....Donna is a beautiful host and the cottage was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Palm Haven

delightful property with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Great communication with the owner
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2025
Thank you Kate for your lovely review. Im glad you enjoyed your stay and hope we might see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl N.

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

Good place for short stay.

We stayed here for a few nights in Auckland. Very handy to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First and foremost Donna is an amazingly thoughtful host; outstanding communication. We could not have asked for a better first stop on our holiday. The house was very clean, stocked with essentials, and comfortable. The environment was peaceful with a lot of bird life right outside the windows on this wonderful property. Great access to outdoor activities, whether it be beaches or forest. Good restaurants and food market nearby. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2025
It was a pleasure to have Terri and her lovely sons stay. I try to make every person's stay a memorable one just the way i would like. They are lovely people and i wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to other hosts and would welcome them back anytime. Happy Newzealand holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarissa-Anne K.

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

Lovely stay

Lovely place to unwind after a full on day, secluded but still close to ammenities. Simple & tidy accommodation with everything you need. Loved listening to and watching the birds 😊 Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
Thank you for your lovely review and for a 5 star rating. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Realaxing

The property had everything needed for a relaxing, private holiday. Very peaceful location close to amazing beaches. Very helpful hosts & cosy cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarnia W.

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

Amazing

Would highly recommend this it was lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Thanks for the nice review we do try hard to make our guests enjoy their stay with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma T.

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

Great private accomodation

We had a lovely stay, our flights were delayed so we checked in late and the host Donna was so wonderful and kind, she had turned the heaters on to warm the house up prior to our arrival. Beautiful private location. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2023
Thank you for your lovely review and for leaving the cottage nice and tidy we hope you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosie N.

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

Relaxing home away from home.

Cozy warm, relaxing gorgeous home comforts. Donna is amaxing and welcoming. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2022
Thank you for the lovely feedback we are blessed to have such lovely people stay with us. Take car and God bless Donna
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne D.

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

A cosy, comfortable bungalow in the hills .

We enjoyed the quiet after the bustle of Auckland city. Wonderful birds in the hill trees. Pleasant, helpful hosts.
Stayed 25 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you for your review , we are blessed to live in such a lovely environment and enjoy sharing our little piece of paradise with our lovely guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Thanks Donna!

A beautiful, peaceful property!Lots of room and spotlessly clean!Donna is a true sweetheart Kiwi!Great timely communication!So glad we were able to meet you, Donna!Kia Kaha
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Kim was the perfect guest the cottage was left spotless and her and her husband lovely people. They were a pleasure to meet.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendall J.

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

Beautiful, peaceful and clean

Lovely spot to escape the city. Nice and peaceful. The host was welcoming and loved watching the bird life. Incredibly clean and tidy. Would definitely stay again 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2023
Thank you Kendall for your great review. We try hard to provide a nice clean space and know how lovely and peaceful our property is and how lucky we are and able to share our peace of paradise with our guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janet m.

A lovely fresh, clean Bach with beautiful garden and birdsong

This was a perfect place to stay after a long flight from England. Only 40 mins from the airport. Lovely and clean with all that was needed for our 3 night stay. We could completely relax and recover. Great hosts and we would not hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Thank you Janet we are glad you enjoyed your stay with us it was a pleasure to meet you and your family and we hope to see you again in the future, happy travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin J.

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

Peaceful Paradise

Peaceful home away from home. Apart your own food everything else was there to use.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar 2023
Robin thank you for You're review. I try to make my guests have a happy experience and I like a clean and tidy place. You're welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corrie L.

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

Lovely quiet place

Great place just out of town but still close to travel to other parts of Auckland. Lovely hosts. Thanks Donna for taking my boys to feed the chickens. They loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2023
Hi Corrie, it was a pleasure meeting you and your lovely family. Thank you for leaving the cottage lovely and clean. We would welcome you back anytime and recommend you to other hosts.
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