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LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Tindalls Beach

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Property grounds
Interior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6365 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Whangaparaoa, Auckland
  • Place, Matakatia Bay
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Big Manly Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Manly Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪73 min drive‬

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About the area

Whangaparaoa

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Tindalls Beach vacation home, you'll find Matakatia Beach and Big Manly Beach. Also, Matakatia Bay is within half a mile (1 km) and Little Manly Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Matakatia Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Matakatia Bay - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Big Manly Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Little Manly Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sky Tower - 49 min drive - 53.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Archer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mainsail - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Manly Takeaways - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Café - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Beer Spot Whangaparaoa - ‬5 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.

LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR


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 as the living areas there are two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other has two single beds and office area. There is a separate bathroom and toilet.

The large master bedroom on the top floor has a queen bed and a separate en-suite with toilet and shower.

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 / hairdryer 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.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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 elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3,929 square feet

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

Rules

Please wipe BBQ after use.
Return furniture to where it was if you moved it.
Can you keep ONE garage clear. As may be needed for emergency

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Seniors-only community
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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Seniors-only community. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

An Awesome Cliff Top Retreat Overlooking Tindalls Manly Beach
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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

Frequently asked questions

How close is LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.6 mi (61-min drive) away from the Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Matakatia Beach and 11-minute walk from Big Manly Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

Is there free parking at LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR to downtown Whangaparaoa?

This vacation home is 1.5 mi away from Whangaparaoa.

LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pouyan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views were absolutely phenomenal, and the host was truly exceptional in her kindness and helpfulness. The house was truly beautiful. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional 2 week's stay. House equipped A. Host very welcome. I would recommend to everyone without hesitation:) thanks Sue and Ed!
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views from every room, meticulous attention to amenities, beautiful decor, and a thoughtful library of New Zealand information. Each day felt like a true retreat, surrounded by art and treasures from a life well-traveled—giving us a real sense of what it might be like to call this special place home. A perfect, memorable way to end our 3-week trip in New Zealand. Highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Götz M.

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

Great stay at Cliff top

We had a perfect place at the Cliff top to visit Auckland and the north. Really a beautiful place for vacation. Wonderful view, lovely rooms and interieur - absolutely to recommendate!!!
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwina G.

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hans Robert T.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reeves N.

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

Amazing stay

From the first time we met Sue, she ensured we felt right at home. Much to her warm personality you could feel the warmth around the house. One of us became quite I'll and had to go to the hospital. Sue and ed really stepped in with genuine concern to see how they could help. If there was a 6 star I would tick that box. I will be staying here again. Sue and ed live downstairs. Trust me it's not a deterrent at all as you dont see or here from them unless you need it. Thank you so much for being such amazing hosts and making our stay so comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

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.
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

A real holiday treat!

My friends and I were so fortunate to find such a wonderful place to celebrate the new year. Sue and Eddie were wonderful hosts and were very welcoming. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jill g.

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

Tindalls

great location and hosts, lots of room. recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Great find!

We had a lovely getaway at this Bach-great location and wonderful sea views!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019