Absolute Waterside Serenity with full kitchen - only 1 hour from Auckland

Top rated by guests
Watch the birds and boats from your deck
Well-equipped galley kitchen
The water is about five steps from this deck.
The entry path, shared with next-door unit
Street entrance
review stars
10.0Outstanding
(9 Ratings)
"Property was above our expectation thanks. Host was friendly and showed interest in our stay and made us feel at home. Quiet retreat well worth it. Thanks"
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(9 Ratings)

Apartment in Waikato

3 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this apartment rental

Minutes from the city; miles from anywhere!

If you're looking for a peaceful waterside retreat for a few days from the hustle and bustle, you’ve found it!

This location is Auckland’s best-kept secret - the tranquil beachside area of Clarks Beach/ Waiau Pa, only one hour south of Auckland’s CBD, with the Waiuku River estuary lapping at your door. The serenity is amazing - you'll not want to leave!

• You want to get away from Auckland for the weekend but not drive for hours in crazy traffic?.
• Or you need a ‘chill-out’ spot – a ‘do-nothing’ weekend (or week) all by yourself or with your loved one
• Maybe you’re like me, a writer, and you hanker for calm and serenity.

Amazing sunsets, wader birds (even rare Royal Spoonbills occasionally), fishing boats heading down the Waiuku River channel, and hardly any people!

The apartment is all set up for you to be either creative or just to blob out and read, snooze, play – or enjoy the delights of the region.

You've got exclusive use of a large suite. It comprises a bedroom with ensuite, a living room (which can double as a bed, and a well-stocked kitchen.

If you need laundry facilities, check with me. If no-one’s in the adjoining unit you’ll be able to use the laundry free of charge. A dryer can be accessed for $5 per load if I’m home, and there is also a clothes horse & pegs in your walk-in wardrobe.

Your cooking facilities include a microwave, a bench-top oven, a frypan, pots and a small fridge. You've got an excellent range of crockery, cutlery and glassware. And outside is a small BBQ, shared between the two units. It's easy to carry out to the deck if you want to eat out there on a fine evening.

You've got a table in the sitting room for dining or working on your computer, and outside seating on the deck.

There's on-site parking and your own separate access at the back of the main house.

If you're a bigger group, also book my other apartment and I can open the connecting door. That gives you beds for up to six people - 2 couples in the beds and one adult per fold-out sofa bed.

If you want activity, explore Clevedon’s country market, the hikes in the Hunua Ranges, play golf at the popular Clarks Beach course a few minutes away, discover the Awhitu Peninsula & the lighthouse, the black-sand western ocean beach at Kariotahi, get out on the Manukau Harbour & the Waiuku River if you’ve got your own boat …. the choices are many.

Bring your fishing boat and lines. Launch your boat from the ramp beside our driveway or a 24-hour ramp is 2 minutes’ drive away.

Apart from the two accommodation units, the rest of the house is my private home. I'm a writer, travel a lot, and you'll find me a very quiet neighbour. If I'm home. I'm really happy to help with any queries, but I don't interfere with your privacy.

Special conditions:
A portable cot and linen, high chair, potty and toys are available if you're travelling with a little one. Just let me know in advance. You'll have to watch a child at high tide - there is no fence by the sea wall.

You'll find books and DVDs for use while you're here. I just respectfully request that you leave them when you depart.

Quiet time from 10pm, and no parties or events. No smoking inside or in such a way that the smell enters the house. There is a shell ashtray on the deck.

Amenities at Absolute Waterside Serenity with full kitchen - only 1 hour from Auckland

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Things to know


Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vrbo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
Service feeThis helps Vrbo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vrbo

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    Ratings and reviews

    10.0 / 10.0
    Outstanding(9 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    Property was above our expectation thanks. Host was friendly and showed interest in our stay and made us feel at home. Quiet retreat well worth it. Thanks
    10.0 / 10.0
    Perfect for two this unit is ideal for lakeside dining and relaxation. Just under an hour from the airport it is perfect for staging your departure/arrival to and from Auckland.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Amazing sunsets and peaceful water view.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We have never had such a relaxing weekend. Robyn is an author & I read her book while sitting outside listening to the water. What great views. The whole stay was azing. Rosie
    10.0 / 10.0
    Lovely views. Quiet. Perfect to relax in.
    10.0 / 10.0
    For us this was the perfect sheltered place to relax, enjoy the view and the quiet. With excellent wifi and a superb book collection as well as the breakfast provided, we were well set up. This has been our second stay here and we'll be back. Robyn is a wonderful host-keen to make sure you enjoy your stay and was able to be very flexible on check in and check out times. Highly recommended
    10.0 / 10.0
    Right on the water. Very relaxing, well equipped. Robyn is a wonderful host. Would definitely stay here again.
    10.0 / 10.0
    the sitting outside in the evening watching the sun set over the distant hills and the wading birds fossicking for their supper was bliss. Thank you for allowing me to share your spot of paradise.

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this apartment?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Absolute Waterside Serenity with full kitchen - only 1 hour from Auckland. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this apartment?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Absolute Waterside Serenity with full kitchen - only 1 hour from Auckland pet friendly?

    Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

    What amenities are available at Absolute Waterside Serenity with full kitchen - only 1 hour from Auckland?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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