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Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond
Lakefront holiday home with private pool and kitchen
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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Karaka, Auckland
- Place, Fortland Park8 min drive
- Place, Spookers10 min drive
- Place, Karaka Sales Complex14 min drive
- Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Large Family Countryside Retreat with Pool & Pond
Welcome to The Pond House Karaka, your peaceful countryside escape by Homello.
✨ Why guests love it here:
- Private 2.3-acre property surrounded by gardens and fruit trees
- Peaceful pond with jetty
- Inground swimming pool with sunny north-facing deck
- Spacious family home with multiple living areas + large kitchen
- Super-fast Wi-Fi - great for streaming, remote work, or family movie nights
- 10 minutes to the motorway - country calm with city convenience
Set among lawns and open sky, The Pond House was made for connection and calm. Enjoy open-plan living with a wood-burning fire, a full kitchen overlooking the gardens, and a second lounge that flows to the pool deck for sunny afternoons and evening meals.
Upstairs, the master suite has peaceful views across the pond, a walk-in wardrobe, and private ensuite. Four additional bedrooms, two family bathrooms, and generous living spaces mean everyone has room to relax. Whether you’re hosting family gatherings or a quiet weekend away, the home blends comfort, nature, and privacy in one special place.
What’s included
- Fresh hotel-quality linen + professional cleaning
- Restocked bathroom amenities + pantry essentials
- Ducted air conditioning upstairs + fireplace downstairs
- Full kitchen with modern appliances
- Laundry with washer
Good to know
- The pond is for viewing only - depth unknown and may contain eels
- Please note the exhaust fan above the kitchen stove is currently out of order, this will be getting fixed shortly
- The single beds in the loft are best suited for children
- The TV is streaming only
- As this home is located in the country you may come across rodents and bugs
- This home is on rain water so water pressure is low
- Guests have full private access to the home, pool, and gardens (sheds excluded)
- Please enquire if you would like to host an event here.
- Guest count must not exceed occupancy count, unless otherwise agreed upon
Perfect for:
✔️ Family getaways and reunions
✔️ Peaceful countryside stays close to Auckland
✔️ Long weekends with friends
Come home to The Pond House Karaka by Homello, where the air is still, the views are endless, and time slows down.
✨ Why guests love it here:
- Private 2.3-acre property surrounded by gardens and fruit trees
- Peaceful pond with jetty
- Inground swimming pool with sunny north-facing deck
- Spacious family home with multiple living areas + large kitchen
- Super-fast Wi-Fi - great for streaming, remote work, or family movie nights
- 10 minutes to the motorway - country calm with city convenience
Set among lawns and open sky, The Pond House was made for connection and calm. Enjoy open-plan living with a wood-burning fire, a full kitchen overlooking the gardens, and a second lounge that flows to the pool deck for sunny afternoons and evening meals.
Upstairs, the master suite has peaceful views across the pond, a walk-in wardrobe, and private ensuite. Four additional bedrooms, two family bathrooms, and generous living spaces mean everyone has room to relax. Whether you’re hosting family gatherings or a quiet weekend away, the home blends comfort, nature, and privacy in one special place.
What’s included
- Fresh hotel-quality linen + professional cleaning
- Restocked bathroom amenities + pantry essentials
- Ducted air conditioning upstairs + fireplace downstairs
- Full kitchen with modern appliances
- Laundry with washer
Good to know
- The pond is for viewing only - depth unknown and may contain eels
- Please note the exhaust fan above the kitchen stove is currently out of order, this will be getting fixed shortly
- The single beds in the loft are best suited for children
- The TV is streaming only
- As this home is located in the country you may come across rodents and bugs
- This home is on rain water so water pressure is low
- Guests have full private access to the home, pool, and gardens (sheds excluded)
- Please enquire if you would like to host an event here.
- Guest count must not exceed occupancy count, unless otherwise agreed upon
Perfect for:
✔️ Family getaways and reunions
✔️ Peaceful countryside stays close to Auckland
✔️ Long weekends with friends
Come home to The Pond House Karaka by Homello, where the air is still, the views are endless, and time slows down.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
National rating
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About the area
Karaka
Located in Karaka, this holiday home is on a river. Pukekohe's Pioneer Cottage and Papatoetoe Old Railway Station Building are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Selywn Centre and Roseland's Shopping Centre. Spookers and Auckland Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
Karaka, Auckland
What's nearby
- Fortland Park - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
- Spookers - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
- Drury Domain - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
- Navigation Homes Stadium - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
- Karaka Sales Complex - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Autobahn Café - 15 min drive
- BP - 15 min drive
- Evergreen Cafe - 15 min drive
- SuMei - 13 min drive
- McDonald's - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Thomas Newman
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