10/10 Excellent
Film F.
5 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet
Film F.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Entire home
AWHITU GREENOCK BEACH - FAMILY HOLIDAY
AWHITU GREENOCK BEACH - FAMILY HOLIDAY
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Awhitu Peninsula, Awhitu
- Matakawau Beach6 min drive
- Sky Tower78 min drive
- Eden Park78 min drive
- Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)88 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Backroom
1 Queen Bed
Master
1 Queen Bed
Middle
2 Single Beds
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area
About this property
AWHITU GREENOCK BEACH - FAMILY HOLIDAY
Property manager
phylen997
Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Beach view
Barbecue grill
Auckland Beach Retreat
Auckland Beach Retreat
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
9.8 out of 10, (273 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Awhitu
Located in Awhitu, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Villa Maria Estate and Treasure Island Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Matakawau Beach and Waitakere Ranges. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Formula E Indoor Raceway or Paradice Ice Skating. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Awhitu Peninsula, Awhitu
What's nearby
- Matakawau Beach - 6 min drive
- Mt. Smart Stadium - 73 min drive
- Sky Tower - 78 min drive
- Eden Park - 78 min drive
- Auckland Zoo - 79 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Clarks Beach Takeaways - 49 min drive
- Chin Wags - 49 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
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
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Krissy T.
17 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday getaway
Krissy T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica C., New Zealand
6 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect accommodation for attending Connemara Country Lodge
Jessica C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carol M.
20 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and beautiful
Carol M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Frank F.
11 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Views
Frank F.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
About the host
Hosted by phylen997
Greenock Farms Ltd (1980)
How the property was started:
We first laid eyes on this property, located in the Greenock area of Awhitu, while the Snedden family were hiking from Kariotahi to the Manukau heads and then back around the bays during the 1979 holidays.
The property was rather run down with an old shed and a bus near the beach house and next to the top house was a rubbish dump, but it still had something "special" about it.
Jim and Phyllis decided to get up to ten like - minded families to have a share in what had become a dream.
How did we get the name Greenock Farms Ltd:
As the prospective shareholders gathered together in 1980, it became clear that their new company would be requiring a name. Eventually an old lands and survey was produced, which showed that this particular area of land, was once known as Greenock, having been named after a village in Scotland.
Being a very old map with poor faded print the name appeared to read as Greehock and after much discussion that name was agreed on as a suitable one for the company.
Even once the mistake was eventually discovered, we decided to keep the original name of Greehock Farms Ltd and the name has remained for the past 40 years.
In 2019, it was finely decided we would change the name to Greenock, recognised as being part of the Awhitu area, a beautiful Scottish name pronounced ( ɡriːnək ) as our name for homeway/Bookabach holiday accommodation.
Greenock in Scotland:
Greenock is an industrial burgh (town) and port in Inverclyde council area, historic county of Renfrewshire, Scotland, on the southern shore of the Firth of Clyde west of Glasgow.
Hemmed in by hills, the town is largely confined to the waterfront, along which it stretches for approximately 4 miles (6.5 km). The cramped lower waterside industrial areas contrast with the later 19th-century residential areas, which occupy the higher land.
How the property was started:
We first laid eyes on this property, located in the Greenock area of Awhitu, while the Snedden family were hiking from Kariotahi to the Manukau heads and then back around the bays during the 1979 holidays.
The property was rather run down with an old shed and a bus near the beach house and next to the top house was a rubbish dump, but it still had something "special" about it.
Jim and Phyllis decided to get up to ten like - minded families to have a share in what had become a dream.
How did we get the name Greenock Farms Ltd:
As the prospective shareholders gathered together in 1980, it became clear that their new company would be requiring a name. Eventually an old lands and survey was produced, which showed that this particular area of land, was once known as Greenock, having been named after a village in Scotland.
Being a very old map with poor faded print the name appeared to read as Greehock and after much discussion that name was agreed on as a suitable one for the company.
Even once the mistake was eventually discovered, we decided to keep the original name of Greehock Farms Ltd and the name has remained for the past 40 years.
In 2019, it was finely decided we would change the name to Greenock, recognised as being part of the Awhitu area, a beautiful Scottish name pronounced ( ɡriːnək ) as our name for homeway/Bookabach holiday accommodation.
Greenock in Scotland:
Greenock is an industrial burgh (town) and port in Inverclyde council area, historic county of Renfrewshire, Scotland, on the southern shore of the Firth of Clyde west of Glasgow.
Hemmed in by hills, the town is largely confined to the waterfront, along which it stretches for approximately 4 miles (6.5 km). The cramped lower waterside industrial areas contrast with the later 19th-century residential areas, which occupy the higher land.
Why they chose this property
Greenock Beach at Awhitu is a magical place for families!
The top house was built in the 1950's and has fantastic views over the Manukau Harbour and the house near the beach was bought over from Onehunga on a barge.
The area is known for its privacy and seclusion for anyone that wants time out with their family and friends.
To build memories with your friends and the great family time with your children, grandchildren and great grandchildren at Greenock Beach.
They all loved to kayak, go sprat fishing as the tide is just coming in up the creek. Safe anchorage for a boat. There is a tyre swing on the beach for the kids to swing on as they go crab hunting.
A story from a share holder's Grandaughter Ceinwen when she was 10 years old ---
My great Nana spent many long hours spear fishing up Brooks creek and around Dickey's bay.
Late one night while fishing in Dickey's bay my Great Nana suddenly saw a sparkle near the water edge. My Great Nana had found a fairy pool that fairies bathe in at night and the water seeps from the bank into the fairy pool.
When I first went to see the fairy pool, I did see something sparkle and when I put my fingers into the water it tingled right up my arm. It felt magical!
Each time I go to Greenock, I walk or kayak to the fairy pool to make sure during the summer months, there is enough water for the fairies to bathe in.
My great Nana showed my Grandma who also showed my mother, and now it is my turn to take care of the fairy pool.
What makes this property unique
Close to beach - secluded - awesome views - Great family time - fishing and Crab hunting.
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