Stunning modern beachfront apartment

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A balcony with a view of the sea, a clock on the wall, and a table with a lamp.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a TV.
A modern apartment with a living room, a kitchen, and a dining area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, an umbrella, and a grill.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Arkles Bay, Whangaparaoa
  • Place, Arkles Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Manly Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Manly Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom and twin bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Whangaparaoa

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Arkles Bay, a neighbourhood in Whangaparaoa. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Orewa Beach and Takapuna Beach. Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre and Estuary Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Arkles Bay, Whangaparaoa

What's nearby

  • Arkles Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Little Manly Beach - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Big Manly Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Orewa Beach - 14 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Sky Tower - 48 min drive - 51.2 km

Getting around

  • Karanga-a-Hape Station - 36 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Archer - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mainsail - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Beer Spot Whangaparaoa - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Two Spoons - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Manly Bakery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning modern beachfront apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stunning modern beachfront apartment?

As of 1 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stunning modern beachfront apartment on 4 December 2026 start from NZ$551, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Stunning modern beachfront apartment?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning modern beachfront apartment?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning modern beachfront apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning modern beachfront apartment located?

Nestled on the beach, this Arkles Bay apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Arkles Bay Beach, Little Manly Beach and Big Manly Beach. Matakatia Bay and Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre 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. 197 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 200 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Because place to stay. Very tidy and comfortable. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. The house was well equipped with absolutely everything we needed and more. Great position and lovely views from the beach.Close to shopping and other beaches.Host was extra friendly and accommodating. Place was very clean and tidy.Would stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2026
Thanks for your lovely review. It was a pleasure having you stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for the purpose of our visit
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was beautifully clean and welcoming, with a lovely atmosphere. The owners were incredibly friendly. Its location, just steps away from the beach, was perfect—especially for my child, who absolutely loved being so close to the sand and sea.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property and stunning location close to all amenities. Joanna was fabulous great host and very helpful.Arkles Bay great for young children and suited our teenager with a disability highly recommend.Thank you for a warm welcome and the children enjoyed games and snacks supplied!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had everything we needed, compact but very well set out, lovely and clean, very close to beach and a bit of a view from the lounge. It was fabulous and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 November 2025
Thanks for your review and for leaving everything so clean and tidy. It was a pleasure having you and your friends stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We received a very warm welcome from our host. The accommodation was excellent in a stunning location . We had everything that we needed in the immaculately presented accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent experience, the bach is very modern with a fully equipped kitchen, a nice bathroom. Comfy bedrooms and beds ensure sound sleep. Living and outdoor space take in lots of sun whilst providing good privacy.All in all a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fabulous place - great location, place was very clean and tidy, lovely hosts... only downfall is that we arent staying longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely spot!

Awesome place and location, lovely owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Lovely place
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing location amzing views

Everything was perfect, location was amzing, hosts were brilliant and friendly My family loved every minute
Stayed 20 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 January 2024
Thanks for the lovely review and for leaving everything so clean and tidy. It was a pleasure having your family stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay, wonderful accommodation in a beautiful surrounding, friendly hosts, highly recommended!

Top Location, I enjoyed my stay so much! 5 stars😃!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful, central, near the beach, beautiful accommodation.

Cleanliness 100%, peaceful, modern everything you need to have a relaxing holiday. Hostess excellent highly recommend this holiday home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2022
Thanks for the lovely review and thank you for leaving it so clean and tidy. It was great having you stay and I hope you come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was just the latest of a number of repeat visits to this exceptional property. Its beachfront location is great and, as always it was well-equipped, comfortable and in immaculate order
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Very friendly owners. Nice private location right on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place, beautiful location

So quiet and peaceful and right by the beach for lovely strolls. Second time staying here and love it; beautiful bach which has everything you need and is very comfortable and homely:)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2021
Thanks for leaving everything so lovely and clean and tidy. We hope to see you again. Joanna and Grant
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property & location

The property is really well appointed and the location is fantastic. The beach is beautiful and the area so peaceful. We will definitely be back again:)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2020
Thank you very much for leaving the property so immaculate. It was a pleasure having you stay. We hope to see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect holiday stay!

The hosts have put in very carefully consideration for all aspects of this property making it a perfect place for a restful holiday. This is one of the cleanest holiday properties we have stayed at. The hosts were very kind and helpful with all our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2022
Thank you very much for your lovely review. Also thank you for leaving everything so clean and tidy it was much appreciated. I hope your flights went well and you settle back into life again without too many hiccups. All the best.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot

A lovely clean place in a beautiful location. It had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A home away from home

Absolutely gorgeous stay. Met the owners, absolutely friendly and welcoming. The house is well equipped with everything and that made our stay with our infant so much more easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2024
Thanks for your lovely review. Also a huge thanks for leaving everything so clean and tidy. It was a pleasure having you stay. We appreciated your little note. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very relaxing place to be. Joanna and Grant are very helpful and allow privacy. They are great hosts.The b and b house is spotlessly clean, well furnished and has those 'extra' touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for Whangaparoa Exploration

Quiet, clean and well appointed. Beautiful beach and perfect location. Need to return in summer for a swim.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great place to stay

We have stayed here on a number of occasions and will undoubtedly do so again. It is absolutely beach-side, well equipped, comfortable and always in immaculate condition. We are always made to feel very welcome by our hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 April 2024
Thank you for the lovely review. It’s always a pleasure to have you both stay and we appreciate how lovely and clean and tidy you leave everything. We hope to see you again soon. Grant and Joanna
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Remarkable

This is a wonderful place to stay. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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