Summary:
Welcome Cottage is a calm, design-led hideaway in leafy Surfdale, made up of a one-bedroom main cottage plus a separate sleepout. With a private cedar spa pool, barrel sauna, outdoor fire, and generous garden spaces, it’s a relaxed two-bedroom setup ideal for couples, friends, or small groups wanting privacy, comfort, and easy access to village life.
The Space:
Welcome Cottage is calm, compact, and thoughtfully designed, with outdoor living playing a central role in how the property is used. Timber textures, simple finishes, and a relaxed layout give the cottage a settled, grounded feel that suits slower stays.
The accommodation is clearly arranged as two sleeping spaces located just a few metres apart. The main cottage contains the living space and primary bedroom, while the separate sleepout sits nearby within the garden, making it easy for guests to move between the two while still enjoying privacy.
Inside the main cottage, the living space brings together a cosy sitting area and dining nook alongside a kitchenette suited to simple meals. The queen bedroom is within the same building, along with a modern indoor bathroom. A heat pump keeps the space comfortable year-round, and the cottage sits closely connected to the surrounding outdoor areas.
The sleepout is positioned only a short walk from the main cottage and provides a quiet, timber-lined bedroom with a queen bed and garden outlook. Guests staying in the sleepout have access to a dedicated outdoor bathroom, with the option to also use the main cottage bathroom if preferred.
Outdoor spaces are an important part of the experience. The cedar spa pool, barrel sauna, outdoor fire, dining deck, and garden areas sit close together, allowing guests to move easily between soaking, dining, and relaxing throughout the day.
Bed & Bath Configuration
Bedroom 1 : Main Cottage
Queen bed
Adjacent modern indoor bathroom (shower, basin, toilet)
Bedroom 2 : Separate Sleepout
Queen bed
Access to the outdoor bathroom (shower, basin, toilet)
Optional shared access to the main cottage bathroom
Guest Access:
Bed & Bath Configuration
Welcome Cottage is a guest house located on the owner’s property. All guest areas are private and for guest use only. You can not see the owners from your property.
Guests have exclusive use of the main cottage, the nearby sleepout, the spa pool, barrel sauna, outdoor bathroom, outdoor fire and dining areas, garden spaces, and outdoor kitchen bench.
Check-in is from 2:00 pm
Check-out is by 10:30 am
Early or late check-in may be available for a fee, depending on bookings either side.
The Neighborhood:
Welcome Cottage sits in a quiet residential pocket of Surfdale, a local village known for its relaxed pace, easy beach access, and central location on the island.
Within easy walking distance are everyday favourites like Bisou for coffee and pastries, and The Annex for brunch and lunch. Surfdale Beach is close by and well suited to swimming and relaxed beach time.
A short drive opens up the rest of the island, including Oneroa Village for shops and dining, Onetangi Beach for long sandy days, and popular winery destinations such as Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant and Cable Bay. For a casual afternoon or evening out, The Heke is an easy option for food and drinks, while Tantalus, Wild Estate, and Stonyridge are also within reach for wine-focused visits.
This is a convenient base for exploring Waiheke while returning to something calm and contained at the end of the day.
Getting Around:
Surfdale is centrally positioned and easy to get around from.
Local buses run between Surfdale, Oneroa, Onetangi, and the passenger ferry at Matiatia, stopping near all major wineries including The Heke. Taxis and shuttle services operate island-wide, and on-property parking is available.
Approximate drive times:
8 minutes to Oneroa
12 minutes to Onetangi
6 minutes to the passenger ferry at Matiatia
10 minutes to the car ferry at Kennedy Point
Other Things to Note:
Bedroom 2 is located in a separate sleepout, positioned just a few metres from the main cottage.
The cottage sits on the owner’s property, with all guest areas private and self-contained.
The property runs on rainwater tanks, so mindful water use is appreciated.
Minimum stay requirements apply:
7 nights from mid-December to mid-January
3 nights on holiday weekends
2 nights at all other times
Interaction with Guests:
Guest support is available 7 days a week from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with after-hours assistance for urgent issues.
For life-threatening emergencies, always call 111 immediately.
For urgent property emergencies such as fire, call 111.
For major water or electrical issues, use the after-hours contact provided.
