At this guesthouse you'll be steps from Te Whau Bay and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Dead Dog Bay. Highlights at this guest house include a kitchenette and a balcony. .With a stay at this Waiheke Island guest house, you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Mt William Walkway and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Anzac Bay.
Matiatia Wharf Ferry Terminal - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
Mudbrick Vineyard - 16 min drive - 12.3 km
Onetangi Beach - 20 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 105 min drive
Restaurants
Te Matuku Bay Oysters - 8 min drive
Wakelin Bakery & Lunch Bar - 248 min drive
Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant - 16 min drive
Stonyridge Vineyard - 8 min drive
Charlie Farley's - 10 min drive
About this property
The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke
The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat is a beautifully crafted accommodation on Waiheke Island. Enjoy stunning sunsets over the city skyline and Rangitoto Island from this elegant A-frame studio which has been finished to a high standard for guests. Te Whau Peninsula is an area of beautiful life-style blocks and provides some of the best walks and glorious views and vistas on the Island. The property is a short drive to the 240 hectare Whakanewha regional park, Rangihoua Olive Estate, the vineyards, restaurants and white sandy beaches of Onetangi as well as Waiheke s iconic Saturday farmers market.
Please note: Rates are inclusive of exit cleaning and premium linens. Coffee, tea, milk and cereals are provided for the first morning.
Sunshine On The Beach - The Sands Unit 10 - Sunshine On The Beach is a beautifully appointed two bedroom apartment located at ‘The Sands’ resort right next to Onetangi Beach on Waiheke Island. Sleeping a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children, this is a
Sunshine On The Beach - The Sands Unit 10 - Sunshine On The Beach is a beautifully appointed two bedroom apartment located at ‘The Sands’ resort right next to Onetangi Beach on Waiheke Island. Sleeping a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children, this is a
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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
Guest House
The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat Stay Waiheke
The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke Guesthouse
The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke Waiheke Island
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke?
The closest beach to The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke is Little Oneroa Beach (4 km).
Does The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke have a pool?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a pool.
What makes The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub and private balconies help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke.
Is there a private hot tub at The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke?
No, The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke?
No, pets are not allowed.
The Guest House at Te Whau Retreat - Stay Waiheke Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jill F., Minneapolis, MN
31 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nirvana
What a wonderful rental. We spent 5 days here after a busy week long trip on South Island and it was perfect. The unit was will equipped with everything we needed, the views are even better than the pictures and there’s just a lovely sense of peace. It’s about a 10 minute drive into town where there’s more going on, but we were looking for solitude and got what we needed.
Jill F.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Patricia G.
26 Apr 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Super dirty hot tub
While view was beautiful we could not use the hot tub because it was too dirty. We tried to clean out some of the excess hair but could not. This was very disappointing as was the main reason we picked this property.
Patricia G.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
William C., Healdsburg, CA
11 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful sanctuary.
our 6th visit to Waiheke and first time here. definitely private and beautiful place!
William C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robin M.
27 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Hideaway Retreat
Photos did not do this property justice as your first glimpse is a spectacular vista encompassing Auckland City Skyline. The Guesthouse was spacious with plenty of room for a studio. Sunsets across to Auckland CBD were truly majestic with either setting sun or lit up for the night. So peaceful and tranquil, such a lovely pleasant get away. We will be back again as so many vineyards & Restaurants to dine in. Thank you Te Whau Retreat for our fab weekend :-)
Robin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lindsay F.
1 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
Beautiful property, quiet and just right! Clean, modern and comfortable - a great escape away from the hustle and bustle of city life to the quiet island (remote but close enough to restaurants and beaches). Thank you!
Lindsay F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paige C.
20 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Unreal views
Absolutely amazing property, very private despite having the big house behind ya. Stunning sunsets and stars viewed from the spa. Loved our stay Thankyou.
Paige C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jodie R.
22 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
The Bach was stunning with amazing views. It’s actually better than the photos as it doesn’t show the living area which was a nice surprise.
Would definitely stay again and recommend.
Kitchen - has every appliance needed to prepare, cook & eat dinner
Living area - lovely L shape sofa with TV and dining table
Bed - Lovely, comfortable King Size bed
Amazing views and seating outside. Just wish there was a firepit on the deck for cold evenings but overall we loved the stay!!
Jodie R.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tim B.
11 Feb 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot
This was a great base for our long walk around the vicinity. We were upgraded to the Cottage at Te Whau Retreat which was a lovely relaxing private environment with a great view. Our only niggles were that the bed in the Guesthouse we had booked was a Super King and we ended up with a Queen in the Cottage and there was nothing in the shower to hold toiletries, not even a soap dish. We also couldn’t find a dish cloth.
We highly recommend Rob from Drive Waiheke, who was recommended to us by the property manager for our transfers.
Tim B.
10/10 Excellent
Richard M.
5 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Spot!
Great place to get away to - would definitely recommend
Richard M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
David S.
4 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
All good, highly reccomended.
David S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Dianne W.
19 Apr 2019
Stunning views. Modern cottage.
Lovely spot in a cute modern cottage. 10-15 minutes to all the local shops and cafes and great beaches.