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Luxury Clifftop " RETREAT " in Tindalls Bay, Whangaparaoa Peninsular, Auckland

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Dining
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6365 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxury Clifftop " RETREAT " in Tindalls Bay, Whangaparaoa Peninsular, Auckland


Our contemporary home is situated on a clifftop overlooking Big Manly beach, with private beach access. The amazing panoramic views of the Hibiscus Coast are spectacular from the bedrooms, lounge, dining room and deck areas.

The fully equipped kitchen is open plan and opens to a large deck which is the perfect place to enjoy a BBQ and a glass of wine at the end of a busy day and watch the sunset.

This property can accommodate 6 guests.

On this same level are two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other two singles. There is a separate bathroom and toilet.

The large master bedroom with en-suite is on the top floor.

On the ground floor is a fully equipped laundry, and off-street parking for two cars. No garaging facilities available.

All linen is included, along with beach towels and bathrobes if required.

The property managers live on site and are happy to answer any questions during your stay. There are no shared facilities.

Whangaparaoa Peninsular offers many beaches that are great for swimming, paddle boarding, kayaking, jet skiing, fishing, sailing and yachting or you can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the beaches.

Drive times to
Manly Yacht Club is 5 minutes.
Shakespear Regional Park -7 minutes.
Orewa Township -18 minutes.
Gulf Harbour Schools / Wentworth College - 4 minutes.
Gulf Harbour Yacht Club - 10 minutes.
Ferry to CBD - 10 minutes.
Auckland CBD - 45 minutes.
Auckland Airport - 55 minutes.

Coast Plaza and Manly Village, which are close by, offer many cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacy, community leisure center, doctors, medical emergency facility and movie complex.

Strictly NO PARTIES or SMOKING during your stay.

Please respect our house rules.

Property manager

Ed and Sue Rikys

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevators
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3929 sq ft (365 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not 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
Onsite 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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

An Awesome Cliff Top Retreat Overlooking Tindalls Manly Beach
Awesome Cliff Top Retreat Overlooking Tindalls Manly Beach House
Awesome Cliff Top Retreat Overlooking Tindalls Manly Beach House
Awesome Cliff Top Retreat Overlooking Tindalls Manly Beach
An Awesome Cliff Top Retreat Overlooking Tindalls Manly Beach
An Awesome Cliff Top Retreat Overlooking Tindalls Manly Beach
Luxury Cliff Top Retreat Overlooking Tindalls Manly Beach
An Awesome Cliff Top Retreat Overlooking Tindalls Manly Beach

About the neighborhood

Map
Whangaparaoa, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Big Manly Beach - 11 min walk
  • Little Manly Beach - 2 min drive
  • Gulf Harbour Country Club - 5 min drive
  • Orewa Beach - 18 min drive
  • Long Bay Beach - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Auckland Britomart Station - 37 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Good Home - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Beer Spot Whangaparaoa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Esquires - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Manly Takeaways - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Clifftop " RETREAT " in Tindalls Bay, Whangaparaoa Peninsular, Auckland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Clifftop " RETREAT " in Tindalls Bay, Whangaparaoa Peninsular, Auckland?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Clifftop " RETREAT " in Tindalls Bay, Whangaparaoa Peninsular, Auckland?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Luxury Clifftop " RETREAT " in Tindalls Bay, Whangaparaoa Peninsular, Auckland located?

Located in Tindalls Beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Matakatia Beach, Big Manly Beach, and Matakatia Bay. Little Manly Beach and Arkles Bay Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Luxury Clifftop " RETREAT " in Tindalls Bay, Whangaparaoa Peninsular, Auckland Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Geremy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views, nice place
Really enjoyed staying, place is super clean, very comfortable, home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

eric w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Great property with beautiful views and the cleanest VRBO we have visited. Well supplied with all necessary items and amenities. Sue was attentive to ensure that all our needs were met.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise L., Oconomowoc, WI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Stay
This was our last stay in New Zealand and was by far the best, the most gorgeous home! We had everything we could need and then some. Sue and Ed were great hosts and we enjoyed our many conversations. The location was lovely, just what we needed to relax and unwind after a month of travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home with amazing view
The house is beautiful, comfortable, clean and the view is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allister G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
Beautifully appointed home, full of art and tastefully furnished. Great views across the bay and out to sea. Lovely hosts. Close to good restaurants and local walks as well as the huge Regional Shakespeare Park. We certainly recommend this as a place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Silje Nornes B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
This was an amazing house four our family of 6 right outside Auckland before leaving NZ. I hope we get to chance to stay with you again. Thank you Ed and Sue.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location
We had a fantastic stay at Ed and Sue's it was the perfect spot to get over jet lag and relax before continuing our visit to NZ. Very well maintained and clean, stunning views and access to the beach. Ed and Sue were fantastic hosts very helpful and available to answer any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jason m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 star with out a doubt
We travel all over NZ and have stayed in some nice places , This must be one of the best by far .
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with views
Lovely house, interestingly decorated and designed. Very comfortable beds and very well equipped. Owners live below. Keeping young children quiet for the owners sake was important. Little outside space but lovely swimming beaches within walking distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana W., Peachtree City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!!!!
We can not say enough great things about the hosts and the house! The pictures are accurate but even better in person! Super clean, comfortable beds, kitchen well appointed, and huge deck to grill and enjoy the beautiful NZ sunsets. Walk to the beach, or cafes in Manly Beach. If we are lucky enough to come back to this amazing country we will stay here! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claas S.

We had really great days at Ed‘s and Sue‘s house. For us it was simply perfect. Great hosts!
When one looks out for a place that can be both a perfect starting point for trips around northland and a lovely place close to a nice beach with great views - well, then that‘s THE place. The house is just 150 meters away from a lovely, calm beach. And the morning starts with a great view over the bay. It is exactly how the pictures discribe it - and even better! Ed and Sue are lovely hosts. We spent our Christmas in their house. And they were so kind to leave presents for us. Especially for Germans one of the highest signs of hospitality. We stood for six days and easily could have spent more time. The whole architecture and interior is very generous, with a lots of light and plenty of space for everyone. All in all: a lovely place for everyone who arrives from a world trip and needs a great place to experience NZ.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Immaculate house, great location, incredible views!
The house was spacious, quiet, and very clean. Pictures don't do it justice. Sue has done an amazing job decorating - we loved all the artwork and cozy throws! Sue and Eddie were the most gracious hosts during our stay. My family of four spent a week during the winter and found that the house could easily have accommodated more people. We used the kitchen primarily for coffee and breakfast, but along with the outdoor grill it was ready for all sorts of cooking adventures. The location was perfect; it was the highest point in the area for spectacular views, but still an easy walk down to two pristine beaches (Manly or Tindalls). We particularly enjoyed being able to walk for dinner and drinks at the Manly Bar & Grill. The ferry to Auckland (and Tiritiri Matangi Island) was just a short drive and much easier than trying to drive into the city, especially for someone from Boston used to driving on the right! There’s also a lovely park for day hikes a few km past the ferry – we honestly felt like we never needed to leave Whangaparaoa. Winter was great, BTW (nice weather, no crowds). Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Edwina G., Teignmouth

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property, awesome location and super host
We have stayed at this property before, so that says it all. Its a wonderful location and the property is ideal for families like ours. The host is kind and friendly and leaves so many little touches to makes the guests stay perfect. If they will have us, we will be back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Easter retreat
Close to beaches and Gulf Harbour. Great hosting and friendly. Great views from most rooms. Many thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hans Robert T., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent hosts. Nice location with fantastic vjiews.
Ed and Sue are very friendly and accommodating hosts. Their house is spacious and well furnished. The views from the deck and windows around are fantastic. There is ample parking. The immediate surroundings are quite hilly, needs some energy to walk to and from the nearby beach. Due to a delay checking out from the Covid isolation facilities the family could not occupy the rental property on March 07 as booked but one day later, on March 08. We have requested a one day refund from the rental cost which has so far not been remitted.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway with friends
Well equipped, stunning views, friendly hosts. Couldn’t have wished for anything more.

10/10 Excellent

celeste g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, super well appointed. Perfect for families with small children.
Ed and Sue were lovely hosts. Had everything we needed and much more. Would be a great place for an extended stay. Easy walk to Manly Beach. Would have loved screens on the windows (the mosquitoes love me) but they don't seem to be commonplace in NZ.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abhay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was awsome
Property owner was very friendly

10/10 Excellent

KIRAN S.

Spacious, light filled home with beautiful views
We stayed over the New Years period 2018/2019. There were 6 adults, a preschooler and a baby and the house was big enough to accommodate all of us. All the necessary equipment needed to sleep, seat and feed the number of guests was present with each room decorated with creative flair. Loved all the home made knitted blankets, making the house feel friendly and welcoming. The master bedroom is great for families as had the main double bed, a little nook with a single for our preschooler and more than enough space for the portacot (which they provided). Only thing to note is the master bedroom is quite light still in summer so consider bringing blackout for the portocot if your little one struggles to sleep in lighter rooms. Alternatively situate portacot in the very big and darker walk in wardrobe which is also in the master bedroom. Ed and Sue live downstairs and are great hosts leaving you to enjoy your holiday but present if anything is required. Very enjoyable stay by all and our preschooler keeps asking to go back to the holiday house!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heather H., Burke Virginia, USA

This home was wonderful.
This home was wonderful. My husband and I stayed there with another couple for 3 nights. It was very comfortable, with all your needs met. Sue and Ed manage the property and live onsite. We traveled from the US and arrived at the home at 11am. We were grateful that we were able to come right in and get settled. There were basics like milk and coffee already in the kitchen. Sue even left us a welcome basket of local gifts. I can’t recommend this home more and when my husband and I go back to Auckland we will be sure to stay with Sue and Ed.

10/10 Excellent

Roman B.

Awesome Holiday House
Great scenery from the balcony, comfortable and neat house, lots of towels and bathrobes, BBQ mashine, great owners and stunning beach on sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert F., Houston

A aliile bit of KIWI Heaven
The home was exactly as stated and shown in the descriptions. Everything was very nice, well maintained and of a high standard you would expect from a good hotel. Views of the bay and the beach were from almost every location in the home. Ed and Sue were there for consultation or clarification 24/7 making things easy for new visitors to New Zealand. Loved the towel warmers, heated floors in bathrooms and large picture windows in the Master bedroom and the lower living room. We never used the AC as the breezes were wonderful and we just kept the vents open day and night sleeping in comfort at night.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

The greatest mangers ever and the house was the best
The house was more beautiful than the pictures showed. The pictures were beautiful too. Ed and Sue were the Most gracious hosts. Very sweet nice people. Our gift basket from them was yummy. We are going to keep in touch. Beach was beautiful. Not even crowded. Easy access from the house. Wonderful wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Awesome stay with amazing views and Ed and Sue go out of their way to make your stay perfect!
The photos on the website do not do justice to what the house really looks like.. utterly perfect, so comfortable, clean and a home away from home. Sue has hand knitted throws which are available in every room, making our stay feel homely, comfortable and warm. The welcoming gifts and groceries were unexpected but so nice and touching. Ed and Sue went out of their way to make us comfortable and settled, I would highly recommend this beautiful place, set in a wonderful location, who is looking to come to this area in New Zealand.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan A.

Great Holiday Home
The house is well equipped and in excellent condition, in a wonderful location. Sue and Eddie were very welcoming, helpful and, on request, very attentive
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2017