About this property

Spacious Holiday Home in Waikopua: Countryside Retreat with On-site Horse Experiences offers a spacious holiday home in Waikopua, New Zealand. The property features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, ensuring ample space for all guests. Outdoor and Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy a beautiful garden and outdoor seating area. The property includes a patio, barbecue, and bicycle parking, providing opportunities for relaxation and leisure. Modern Amenities: The holiday home provides free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and a washing machine. Additional amenities include a dining area, work desk, and free toiletries, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay. Nearby Attractions: Located 26 km from Auckland Airport, the property is close to attractions such as Howick Historical Village (16 km) and Auckland Botanic Gardens (19 km). Other points of interest include Mount Smart Stadium and Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World, each within 30 km.

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Property highlights

  • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 single bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 4
2 single beds
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Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 8.2Based on 751 reviews from 175 properties
175 managed properties

Company information

Our Story... We love hosting travellers from all over the world in our own homes as well as in the properties we manage and host for others. As hosts, we’re super responsive, attentive to guest needs, and always value feedback as we’re constantly looking for ways to improve. Got a property you need to be managed & hosted? Do get in touch! Philosophy: Life is like tennis, you have no control on how the ball comes to you, but it's how you hit it back that counts!

Property information

Just 10 mins to Beachlands & the Auckland ferry, 15 mins to Botany & Maraetai beaches, this peaceful countryside farmhouse in Whitford offers a unique experience, surrounded by nature, with on-site horse activities guided by a qualified local horse riding instructor and equine-assisted therapist. ☆ Laundry | In-unit washer and dryer ☆ Top Location | Whitford at your doorstep ☆ Parking | Carport and driveway for 3 vehicles ☆ Self-check-in | Book and check in within minutes Unplug, leave the world behind and connect with your loved ones and the surrounding nature here. This two-level house features four bedrooms, with the main living areas and one bedroom located on the ground floor, and the remaining bedrooms on the upper level. Situated on a working horse farm, the property is shared with another house and a horse shed, all of which are accessible via the same driveway. Guests can book horse experiences and therapy sessions upon arrival, subject to weather conditions and availability. WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOME ✧ Unique stained glass windows ✧ BBQ with outside dining area ✧ Wide green open space with pergola ✧ Large country kitchen and dining area ✧ Handy desk if needed for study or work ✧ Indoor/outdoor flow onto the patio area ✧ Open-plan living areas with kitchen and dining ✧ Full bathrooms, including shower, vanity and toilet ✧ Conservatory for additional seating and children's toys ✧ Kitchen includes oven, cooktop, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE LOCATION ✧ Ayrlies Garden & Wetlands is within a 3-minute drive ✧ The Lime Tree Cafe is within a 7-minute drive ✧ The Stables Bar & Restaurant is within a 7-minute drive ✧ Whitford Township is within a 8-minute drive ✧ Woolworths Beachlands is within a 8-minute drive ✧ Turanga Creek

Neighbourhood information

✧ Ayrlies Garden & Wetlands is within a 3-minute drive ✧ The Lime Tree Cafe is within a 7-minute drive ✧ The Stables Bar & Restaurant is within a 7-minute drive ✧ Whitford Township is within a 8-minute drive ✧ Woolworths Beachlands is within a 8-minute drive ✧ Turanga Creek Winery & Restaurant is within a 9-minute drive ✧ Whitford Park Golf Club is within a 10-minute drive ✧ Formosa Golf Course is within a 10-minute drive ✧ Mangemangeroa Reserve is within 14-minute drive ✧ Pak’n’save Ormiston supermarket is within a 16-minute drive ✧ Howick Historical Village is within 21-minute drive ✧ Clevedon Village Market is within 20-minute drive ✧ Riverhaven Artland is within 23-minute drive ✧ Half Moon Bay Ferry is within a 25-minute drive

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Countryside Retreat with On-site Horse Experiences takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required on arrival. That's about US$286. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay, prior to arrival. The property will be in contact with you after booking.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Countryside Retreat with On-site Horse Experiences in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.