Set within the gated Delamore Cove Estate above Oneroa, Manuka Studio is a quiet, light-filled retreat with wide sea views across the bay. Designed for couples or solo travellers, the studio includes a private balcony with BBQ, Starlink Wi-Fi, and on-site parking, all just minutes from Oneroa Village, beaches, and walking tracks.
The Space:
Manuka Studio sits high within the Delamore Cove Estate above Oneroa, with wide views across the bay toward Motuihe Island. The setting is calm and surrounded by native bush, with natural light moving through the studio from morning through to evening.
The studio is comfortable and uncluttered, with high ceilings, muted furnishings, and large sliding doors that open directly onto a private balcony. The balcony includes a BBQ and outdoor seating, with uninterrupted views from sea to sky.
Inside, the space includes a comfortable queen bed, a modern ensuite bathroom, and a well-equipped kitchenette suited to simple meals or longer stays. The studio also includes a flat-screen TV, Netflix, Starlink Wi-Fi, and on-site parking just steps from the door.
Guests are welcome to enjoy the shared gardens near the entrance of the estate, a quiet space surrounded by native trees. Manuka Studio is one of four self-contained units within the Delamore Cove Estate and is well suited to guests wanting privacy in a peaceful setting close to Oneroa.
Bed & Bath Configuration
Bedroom 1 â Queen bed
1 Bathroom (ensuite)
Parking & Guests
On-site parking for 1 vehicle
There is boat parking and a boat washing area on the property
Sleeps 2 guests maximum
Guest Access:
Guests have private access to Manuka Studio for the duration of their stay. The studio is fully self-contained and includes its own kitchenette, ensuite bathroom, and private balcony with BBQ.
Shared access is available to the gardens within the Delamore Cove Estate, a quiet area surrounded by native trees and sea views. The Te Ara Hura walking track passes directly by the property entrance, offering easy access to coastal and bush walks.
Check-in is from 2:00 pm, and check-out is by 10:30 am. Early check-in or late check-out may be available for an additional fee, depending on booking schedules and same-day turnover.
Start the day with coffee at Wai Kitchen overlooking the bay or visit Fenice for relaxed breakfasts and long lunches. Cable Bay and Mudbrick Vineyard are only a few minutes away and are well known for local wines, seasonal food, and sunset views across the water toward the city.
The Te Ara Hura trail runs past the estate, connecting to coastal headlands, sculpture park routes, Blackpool Beach, and Oneroa Village. Oneroa Beach is also close by for swimming, picnics, and easy afternoons by the sea.
Getting Around:
Getting around from Delamore Cove is easy. The property is about a five-minute drive from the Matiatia passenger ferry terminal and just a few minutes from Oneroa Village, Little Oneroa Beach, and the islandâs main bus routes.
E-bikes and scooters can be hired in Oneroa if youâd prefer to ride, and thereâs on-site parking just steps from the studio for guests with a vehicle.
Interaction with Guests:
Our team is available seven days a week from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with after-hours assistance for urgent matters.
For any life-threatening medical emergency, fire, or serious property emergency, guests must call 111 immediately. For other urgent issues, after-hours contact details will be provided prior to arrival.