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Garden apartment Self-contained luxury just 5 mins walk to Village!

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A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in island with stools, a refrigerator, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a black leather rug.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.
A garden with various plants and a white wooden fence.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, potted plants, and a view of a well-maintained garden with various shrubs and trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Matakana Village
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Matakana, Auckland
  • Place, Matakana Village
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Matakana Weekend Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Matakana Cinemas
    ‪11 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Garden apartment Self-contained luxury just 5 mins walk to Village!

This tastefully appointed apartment, with its private garden, looks over a peaceful landscape of willow trees and a running stream and is barely a 5 minute walk from the famous Matakana Village market. The village restaurants, wine bar, cinema and tavern are all within strolling distance, and the district's wineries, Leigh Sawmill brewery and Omaha beach are a short drive away. Matakana is known for its rural beauty and attractive homes and is one of Auckland's favourite weekend locations.
This spacious garden apartment is perfect for couples seeking privacy, peace and relaxation with every comfort and amenity necessary for a stress-free holiday break.
Your host is an artist who runs art classes and can introduce you to the local art scene.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Property # 9742295
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Matakana

Located in Matakana, this apartment 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 looking for area attractions can visit Action Ninja World and Sandspit Ferry Terminal. Reptile Park and SheepWorld are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Matakana, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Matakana Village - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Matakana Weekend Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Matakana Cinemas - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Omaha Beach - 17 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Orewa Beach - 36 min drive - 48.0 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪St Pierre's Sushi - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪8 Wired Barrelworks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fired Pizza Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sheep World - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Garden apartment Self-contained luxury just 5 mins walk to Village! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Garden apartment Self-contained luxury just 5 mins walk to Village! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Garden apartment Self-contained luxury just 5 mins walk to Village! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Garden apartment Self-contained luxury just 5 mins walk to Village! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Garden apartment Self-contained luxury just 5 mins walk to Village! located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Matakana Weekend Market, Matakana Village and Matakana Cinemas. Matakana Country Park and Action Ninja World are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend escape

Gorgeous place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2023
Went above and beyond . Would definitely recommend Sam to stay .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely host, exceptionally clean and fantastic location walking distance to the village.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely location, beautifully presented, very quiet with a great area to sit out and enjoy the garden.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

A great place, and great location. Everything was very well done, very tasteful and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2023
Lovely guests left the place immaculate . Many thanks
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay, the apartment was spotless, the bed was great and we were able to walk to the market easily. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jan, 2026
Great Guests highly recommend left as apartment as they found it . Many thanks
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place to stay for a few days in Matakana. Beautifully presented, had everything you could need. Walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug, 2025
Murray and Louise I would highly recommend to other hosts . Good people left it clean and tidy . Hope to see them again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Clean, comfortable, great location. Easy access to the shops and restaurants. We enjoyed a cool drink on the deck and my tall husband liked the king-size bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar, 2025
Would highly recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful clean property with lots of nice accommodations inside. Very comfortable bed. Would repeat!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An incredible place!

A real gem in Matakana! Had wonderful experience, defenitly coming back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov, 2022
Hi Tal, was a pleasure having here . Look forward to another visit form you in the future. Many thanks Jules
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Perfect apartment and very accommodating to our needs. Thx.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2023
Thanks Victoria pleasure to have you stay look forward to seeing you again . Thank you
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Short stay

Great set up, very clean and tidy Nice private garden setting
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2024
Hope to see you again . Great guests thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay at

The property was very nicely presented, with a bright sunny aspect. The walk to the village was really easy with use of the footpath at the back. Would definitely look to stay again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2024
Great guest highly recommend thank you !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best stay!

Incredible apartment with everything you need snd much more!!! My second time there, defenitly planning my third...many thanks Jules for brilliant personal and professional care 🙏🙏🙏
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2024
Highly recommend great guests !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

We had an enjoyable stay at Jules. Nicely furnished and well equipped. Close to a walkway to Matakana shops, restaurants etc. Very peaceful outlook and will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Feb, 2023
Great guests highly recommend
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot so tranquil

Lovely property with an amazing outlook. Great furnishings and everything you need. A short walk into the village. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Apr, 2023
Margret was a great guest , many thanks please come again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tiny piece of paradise

Our stay was a simple overnighter, but the property was fantastic and beautifully laid out. Clear instructions about the place and helpful information about the area was available and easy to understand. It catches the morning sun and is beautifully quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar, 2023
Stephen and Maria , we perfect guests , they left the place well , I have no complaints . I would definitely have them back again . Thanks
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Stay

Thanks Jules, a wonderful place to stay. Clean and tidy and great communication. Thanks for letting us check in a little early. Highly recommend staying here. Mel 😄
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2023
Thanks Mel , was a pleasure to have you here .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very enjoyable

As expected for a premium rental
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan, 2023
Great guests please come again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stylish apartment, easy walk to Matakana village

Beautifully presented, modern, stylish and fully equipped apartment, only a short walk to Matakana village. Lovely private terrace with views to the garden. Perfect base for couples wanting to explore the area, with the bonus that you can have a wine or two in the village and walk home! Would highly recommend and hope to return!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov, 2022
Melanie , left the place so clean hardly new anyone had been there thank you !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic, peaceful and relaxing

A gorgeous wee place nestled in the heart of matakana. So lovely to be able to relax with one of my bestie's in such a beautiful home. Jules was super helpful and went to lengths to make our stay a great one. Great tip if you're going with the friend she is able to separate the bed into two singles. The property was beautifully furnished and conducive to snuggling down and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2024
Thanks for choosing my place . Highly recommend you to others thank you
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Matakana

Small but well equipped and very clean apartment underneath the owner’s property. Situated on a very quiet/ peaceful residential street around a 5 minute walk to the village (accessed from a path behind the house). Not the cheapest, but a high standard of accommodation in a good location; ideal for a couple on a short break.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2024
Thank you , yes its special place . Highly recommend you to others !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thank you Jules, we had a lovely stay. Your little garden apartment was beautifully furnished and clean. Good little kitchen well provisioned with cooking tools and pots, washer/dryer very handy. Perfect for a 3 day retreat from Auckland. Great being able to park off street. Very walkable to Matakana Village centre - really only 5 minutes walk. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Matakana

Pleasant apartment, below house. All facilities excellent. Very close to main shopping area through a lane from bottom of section. Very private, and in nice neighbourhood. Owner on site, but didn’t make herself known.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2023
Tony and Heather were great guests . Quiet and considerate . I would definitely have them back again . I have found that guests like to be left alone but I am available if problems arise or need advice .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So Enjoyable!!

Would highly recommend!! Wonderful location, being 5 mins walk from Matakana village and within easy driving distance to lovely walks & sightseeing areas. Would recommend Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail, Leigh coastal walk, Ti Point Coastal Walk, Tāwharanui Peninsula plus Matakana Village itself. The apartment was perfect for our 3 night stay. Bed was extremely comfortable, well equipped kitchen, small bathroom but very adequate. Everything we needed really. Jules was very easy to communicate with. A delightful host! Many thanks...
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov, 2022
Thanks Annie, thank you for being supportive whist here, a pleasure to meet you both . Hope to see you again .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous accommodation with easy access to Matakana Village. Very clean and comfortable with everything thoughtfully provided. Lovely rear garden created a sense of privacy and it was nice to know the owner was nearby in case of any issues (although we had none!)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Jules Silk

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Your host, Jules Silk, is a local artist and art teacher and her family are active in the Matakana community.

Why they chose this property

With all the peace and charm of its setting, your garden apartment is just a short stroll away from the village amenities that make your holiday catering and entertainment so easy.

What makes this property unique

The private outlook and treescape surroundings despite being just 5 minutes walk to the village and market.

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