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Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape

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Beach nearby
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Fireplace, DVD player

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Kawau Island, Kawau Island
  • Mansion House
    1 min drive
  • Martins Bay
    130 min drive
  • Scandrett Regional Park
    133 min drive

Room options

About the area

Kawau Island

At this holiday home, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Mansion House and 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Scandretts Bay Beach. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features a balcony, a sofa bed and a DVD player. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .In proximity to this Kawau Island holiday home you'll find Omaha Beach.

What's nearby

  • Mansion House - 1 min drive
  • Omaha Beach - 57 min drive
  • Orewa Beach - 63 min drive
  • Sandspit Ferry Terminal - 116 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little & Local Coffee Kitchen - ‬124 min drive
  • ‪Beaches Bar & Cafe - ‬124 min drive
  • ‪Seaspray Takeaways - ‬124 min drive
  • ‪Chairs Cafe & Bar - ‬124 min drive
  • ‪Golden Sand Bakery - ‬124 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape

Our Beach house is in an idyllic subtropical location on Kawau Island. After you hop off the ferry at Schoolhouse Bay we are only 5 minutes walk up the hill from the wharf which is so handy. You can swim and fish at the wharf and there is safe swimming at schoolhouse Bay and other bays such as ladies bay around the island. Once you are at the house you can relax on the deck while enjoying the fantastic views of the harbour. The house is very private as it is surrounded by bush. So quiet and peaceful and it is a treat to listen to many different native birds. Mansion House the historical former home of Sir Governor Grey New Zealand’s first Governor is half an hour walk away through the bush and you can also explore places like ladies bay and the old coppermine lookout. We have a mooring available at Harris Bay just let me know if you would like to use this.
Special conditions:
Please do not use the spa pool as we have limited water and we are unable to maintain the spa pool hygienically. It is also a hazard if children are visiting our house if water is left in the spa pool.
There are no rubbish collection facitities on Kawau Island. so please be aware that you will have to take your rubbish off the island with you. At sandspit wharf there are large skips and recyle bins you can use in a rubbish enclosure . The code to get into the enclosure is C018Y.
Our house is a 5 minute walk up the hill from the Schoolhouse Bay Wharf. You will need to carry your food and bags the 5 minutes up the hill . If this is going to be difficult for you please let me know and if someone is available when you arrive I can try and arrange for you to get a ride up to the house. Please note there is not always someone available. You can borrow the trolley from the wharf but please take it back to the wharf .. Thanks and have a great time!

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$90.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

Sally McChlery

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Peaceful Ocean Facing Escape
Peaceful Ocean Facing Island Escape Kawau Island
Peaceful Ocean Facing Island Escape Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape?

The closest beach to Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape is Omaha Beach (12.5 km).

Does Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape?

No, Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape?

No, pets are not allowed.

Peaceful Ocean facing Island Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

julia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning spot
Great adventure for myself and two sons, Sally was super easy to communicate with and offered lots of great advice/tips for our stay. Lovely homely feel, comfy beds and incredible view! Special thanks for the lift up the hill with our bags!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

G A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kawau
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Chanel Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Kawau island
Communication was great with Sally. The house is very clean, and we enjoyed the view from the deck. The house has everything we need. The locals are very friendly; a big shout to Noam, who gave us lifts to the house. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend Sally's house to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marzanne V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot to relax
We had a wonderful time staying at Sally's place. Great communication from her. The house had everything you'd need, plus stunning views, enjoyed listening to the birds, lovely walks nearby, BBQ on the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!
Great views, simple setup. Perfect for a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kane N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Stay - Will be Back
Kawau is Awesome - The house was awesome (better than expected), immaculately clean, with everything you need. The views were amazing, the locals were top notch. The Host was great to deal with, very well organised with people to take our gear to the house, and for people to contact for different things. if needed. Definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family loved this spot Can't wait to go back
Sally was very frendly the neabours were great helping with our gear everything was super easy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Janis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Location
Access to property is a bit awkward and some of the appliances dated (dish-drawer didn't work, couldn't get TV to work) however the setting and spectacular views over Schoolhouse Bay and across to the Boat Club make up for any minor shortfalls.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island Retreat
This was our second time staying at Sally’s property and it didn’t disappoint. Beautiful location to soak in the views of Schoolhouse Bay, listen to the birds, stargaze and relax. Easy to get to Mansion House and some of the lovely walks and beaches that Kawau has to offer. Great communication from Sally making sure we had everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness
MAGICAL amazing Kawau
Well located property near Schoolhouse bay wharf with AMAZING views. Good taste of what living on the island would be like. Great small community, friendly neighbours - Kelby was a great help with bags to and from the house. Sally's enthusiasm for the island and communications through out the process made it very easy and enjoyable Only thing to note - it is a steep climb to the property , but we were aware and that's why the neighbours help was invaluable. Thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Selina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time at Sally's house on Kawau Island
We had a great time at Sally's place. The house has an amazing view of Schoolhouse Bay. The house is comfortable and very quiet. The kids loved jumping off the wharf. We enjoyed our walk over to Mansion House. We also got a lift over to the Boat Club which served good food and had lots of character. It was good to see and hear various birds and we even saw a wallaby. I felt the island had a welcoming atmosphere and I would like to go back some time!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kawau Bach
We felt so at home in your bach, thank you Sally.

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace of paradise
Wow! Absolutely beautiful the veiw, the beds and everything you possibly could need. The access to Mansion House and other walks to beaches were perfect. The 3 of us thoroughly enjoyed our time here oh there was one thing we weren't happy about and that was that it wasn't longer, Thankyou. 😁
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie and Steven R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
A lovely spot overlooking the harbour, we had everything we could want, including sunny weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you!
We had a great stay. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views at beautiful Kawau
Great place to base ourselves for 3 nights as we walked and swam to bays accessible on foot from property, took our dingy to the boat club or sailed to another bay. I had seen the bach prior to booking so knew about the steep stairs but also the great views from the deck. Sally was quick on text in the lead up with any questions and helped coordinate a neighbour to assist with our gear getting back to the wharf. Kawau is a gem, don't delay in visiting!

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Island Getaway
We absolutely loved our stay at Sally's place. Excellent communication and dedication to making sure we had everything we needed. House is beautiful and views are amazing. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

michael c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place !!
Great spot with amazing views !!

10/10 Excellent

kym h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great breakaway
A wonderful clean property with everything you could need! Thank goodness for kelby as trip to house hard without golf cart help!!

10/10 Excellent

Lynette W., Auckland

Great bach
Great bach with wonderful views, communication with owner excellent. Hopefully will be back. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018