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Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches

Great Barrier Island vacation home with kitchen

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A wooden interior with a table, chairs, a basket of plants, and a view of greenery outside.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, wooden shelves, and various kitchen utensils.
Outdoor dining
A rustic outdoor area with a wooden bench, a sign reading 'The Bay Cottage', and various plants and trees.
A cozy bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, and a window.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom60 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Beach view

Explore the area

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Auckland, Auckland
  • Place, Medlands Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaitoki Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Blind Bay
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Great Barrier Island (GBZ)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the area

Great Barrier Island

On waterfront.At this Great Barrier Island vacation home, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Medlands Beach and 12 miles (20 km) of Kaitoki Beach. Awana Bay is within 12 miles (20 km) and Glenfern Sanctuary is within 25 miles (40 km).

What's nearby

  • Medlands Beach - 20 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Kaitoki Beach - 35 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Blind Bay - 36 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Awana Bay - 41 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Whangaparapara Harbour - 43 min drive - 26.1 km

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mulberry Grove General Store - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Burger Shack - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Barrier Social Club - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Pa Beach Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Paris Texas - ‬13 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.

Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches

Situated in the ultimate position on Great Barrier Island, overlooking to stunning swimming beaches, Gooseberry Flat & Par Beach. Only a 2 minute stroll to Stonewall Store, Par Cafe & Currach Irish Pub.

Come and enjoy something very special for a chilled, relaxed getaway. The Bay Cottage is located in Tryphena and situated in a prime location directly across the street from Gooseberry Flat & Par stunning swimming beaches. Only a hop skip and jump from the Stonewall Store for your grocery needs and Par Cafe & the Currach Irish Pub.

A tropical studio paradise for guests to enjoy in total comfort. Natural timbers mixed with quirky touches, blending beautifully into the Great Barrier Island environment. With total guest comfort in mind, you will enjoy a comfortable king size bed for a great nights sleep, a brand new bathroom with large shower, gas hot water and adjustable shower nozzle.

The alfresco deck area has a true barrier feel with spacious outdoor kitchenette, gas hobs, mini fridge and coffee machine, everything needed for your little escape from the world. Enjoy the tropical garden, ocean breezes and water views. It`s paradise and surrounded by natural beauty. Enjoy the Tui song, Kaka Parrots & Kereru in the many Pohutukawa Trees on the property.

Although completely off grid you do not need to go without home comforts here, you have unlimited WIFI, quality bed linen and towels, shampoo and conditioner, body wash, tea, coffee, sugar, expresso capsules, milk, toilet paper, cooking oil, salt & pepper supplies. Just bring your food and start relaxing.

There is one carpark on site (drive is steep) or parking directly across the street by the waterfront. We also offer Claris Airport Pickup/Drop Off $40 per trip. Tryphena Wharf pickup $25 per trip. Free use of kayaks. Stand-up paddle boards $15 each per day (subject to availability)

Your hosts Pete & Jo are experienced passionate hosts committed to making your holiday a special one.

The cottage is privately located on the owners property. Guests are left to enjoy the space and Pete & Jo are available if needed at anytime.

Great Barrier Island is located 100 kilometres of Auckland. It is a flight or ferry from Auckland to Great Barrier island. Flights via Barrier Air or Ferry via Sealink.

Please no hairdryers, due to the island being completely off grid.

The cottage has a gas heater in the cottage which has the bed, couch and bathroom, the decked area with the kitchen is closed in 3 sides with a pull down blind on the open side, guests need to be aware that this area in winter is not heated.
Strictly no parties or gatherings
This is a smoke free property

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Motor boating 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)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Strictly no parties or gatherings This is a smoke free property

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

374002

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.5 mi (21-min drive) away from the Great Barrier Island (GBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches to the beach?

This vacation home is 4.3 mi (14-min drive) from Medlands Beach and 10.2 mi (33-min drive) from Kaitoki Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches to downtown Great Barrier Island?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Tryphena.

Bay Cottage Great Barrier Island - By 2 Beaches Reviews

Reviews

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lucy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just wonderful!

I couldn't recomend this property more highly. It is absolutely wonderful and filled to the brim with loving details. Robes, slippers, playing cards, a speaker for music, everything you could possibly need or want, not to mention a gorgeous garden filled with sun. The location is perfect, right by some of the only shops, the cafe, social club and pub. Walking distance to everything you need. We loved it here and will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025