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10/10 Excellent
Rachel C.
22 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Rachel C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Experience a Kiwi beach holiday here, a couple of minutes walk to the sand ...
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5100 sq m
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Dogs and cats allowed
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Deck or patio
- Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Whangaparāoa, Auckland
- Big Manly BeachPlace, Big Manly Beach3 min walk
- Little Manly BeachPlace, Little Manly Beach19 min walk
- Arkles Bay BeachPlace, Arkles Bay Beach2 min drive
- Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)64 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Experience a Kiwi beach holiday here, a couple of minutes walk to the sand ...
... a short stroll down the road and a private walkway will see you on Big Manly beach, a safe swimming beach and a great location to put the boat in the water to enjoy the islands of the Hauraki Gulf. Yes, you can park your boat off the road here.
Our bach has polished concrete floors for a stress free stay ... with small animals negotiable, a small lawn for children to play and a sunny, private patio that has great indoor/outdoor flow from the living area.
Situated in a quiet street with another home on the front of the section, this is not suitable for parties.
Manly on the Whangaparaoa Peninsula is a great holiday destination with plenty of beaches, walks, tennis, golf, boating, cafes and restaurants, movies and ferries to the CBD (weekdays) and Tiritiri from Gulf Harbour.
We are also open to doing swaps, the times do not need to be simultaneous.
Our bach has polished concrete floors for a stress free stay ... with small animals negotiable, a small lawn for children to play and a sunny, private patio that has great indoor/outdoor flow from the living area.
Situated in a quiet street with another home on the front of the section, this is not suitable for parties.
Manly on the Whangaparaoa Peninsula is a great holiday destination with plenty of beaches, walks, tennis, golf, boating, cafes and restaurants, movies and ferries to the CBD (weekdays) and Tiritiri from Gulf Harbour.
We are also open to doing swaps, the times do not need to be simultaneous.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Hi
I hope you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know if anything needs improving.
Please also put on a load of washing and let us know when you are leaving.
Thanks Nigel 021 644 358 & Karen 021 779 838
Please leave us feedback if you are happy.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 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
Frequently asked questions
Is Experience a Kiwi beach holiday here, a couple of minutes walk to the sand ... pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Experience a Kiwi beach holiday here, a couple of minutes walk to the sand ...?
As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Experience a Kiwi beach holiday here, a couple of minutes walk to the sand ... on 27 February 2027 start from NZ$236, 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 Experience a Kiwi beach holiday here, a couple of minutes walk to the sand ...?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Experience a Kiwi beach holiday here, a couple of minutes walk to the sand ...?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Experience a Kiwi beach holiday here, a couple of minutes walk to the sand ...?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Experience a Kiwi beach holiday here, a couple of minutes walk to the sand ... located?
Located in Manly, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Big Manly Beach, Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre and Little Manly Beach. Arkles Bay Beach and Matakatia Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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10/10 Excellent
Glen F.
2 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and amenities
Glen F.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
About the host
Hosted by Karen Franklin
We both grew up around beaches and the water and love the Kiwi beach lifestyle. Our bach's location a couple of minutes walk to the beach gives you this lifestyle. We love travelling and have been to plenty of amazing places but Manly beach and the beaches on the Whangaparaoa Peninsula are amongst the best we have seen in the world.
Why they chose this property
Manly is a beach community where people wander to their destination, often along the beach and the locals all say 'Hi'. It is very relaxed but only about 45 minutes off peak to Auckland city.
Languages:
English
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