Waiuku · 整套民居 · 3室4床1.0卫 · 可住6人 · Kowhai Cottage
Waiuku整套民居3室4床1.0卫可住6人 · KowhaiCottage
Relax at this peaceful place to stay. Cosy warm winter escape. With no TV or wi fi you can be assured of plenty of bonding time Cottage surrounded by acres of regenerating bush. 10 minutes from Karioitahi beach. 5 minutes from Waiuku town centre and historic Kentish pub Close to Awhitu peninsula, Waikato river and Waiuku forest No loud music and pets. This is a bird reserve and we want to respect our neighbours peace and quiet. We are next door and available if you have any questions Kowhai Cottage is our family holiday home. It has 3 bedrooms. One has a Queen size bed. One has a double size bed and one has 2 single size beds. There is one bathroom with a shower and there is one seperate toilet. It has a spacious lounge and dining room. All rooms have lovely bush views. It has a lovely big deck to socialise on
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Peaceful, host very accommodating, Quiet area. Would have liked access to TV & Sky Sports, however still ok.
A lovely peaceful spot, but comfortably close to town. Great to have apples straight from the tree.
Patrick, our Airbnb host, provides an exceptional experience with a stunning surrounding. The location is not only picturesque but also reflects Patrick’s dedication to creating a welcoming environment. His attention to detail and hospitality make the stay memorable, leaving guests with a desire to return. Highly recommended for those seeking a delightful getaway.
We had the pleasure of staying at this wonderful, scenic and peaceful AirBnb of Patrick and Di. They both welcomed us with the friendliest smiles the 1st morning of our stay. Had plentiful cool activities to do around the house, we enjoyed the croquet game in the front yard the most and even the hosts own inventive game which our children enjoyed so much alongside the trail walks that surrounded the area and also the beach was just down the road which we also spend a large amount of time there. Such a peaceful sanctuary it was, and felt very much at home. The home is absolutely lovely and comfortable. Patrick and Di (the hosts) had left so much information around the house with their helpful notes, manuals and information pamphlets of what to do in the area. Overall, we enjoyed this so much and can’t wait for our next getaway weekend here again. If your looking for a peaceful paradise away from the city - this is the place! Thank you Patrick and Di - was an absolute blessing!
The listing really didn't do justice to this wonderful cottage. Set back a long way (down a long driveway) from the road with a very large, perfectly kept garden, the house offered plenty of privacy, and a totally secure space in which our children could play (including croquet pitch and boules area) Beaches are close by, and town has all necessary amenities. The hosts were lovely, extremely welcoming and ready to help out with any recommendations.
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Welcome to Kowhai Cottage!
We hope you enjoy your stay amongst the peaceful, bush surroundings at our family holiday home.
During your stay you should see Tuis, Fantails, Kingfishers, Kererus - and ducks and chickens are sometimes visitors!
Waiuku is at the southern end of the Waiuku River, which is an estuarial arm of the Manukau Harbour and lies on the isthmus of the Awhitu Peninsula and is 40km from Auckland City. The Awhitu Peninsula extends north from the mouth of the Waikato River to the entrance to Manukau Harbour.
Waiuku was an ancient Maori portage between the Waikato River and the Manukau Harbour. This was a traditional area of Ngati te Ata. It was a stopping point for Waikato Maori trading with Auckland.
In European times Waiuku became a port in 1843, on the then important trade route between Auckland and the agricultural area of the Waikato. It became a town in 1851. The Awhitu Peninsula was a major centre for the kauri gum industry . Waiuku later grew as a farming centre. A steel plant was built in the 1960s to convert black sand deposits from Waikato Heads into steel, and is situated at Glenbrook.
Kowhai cottage was part of a farm, which has now become regenerated bush and was planted with thousands of native trees and plants about twenty years ago. Nearby to this property is a pond and wetlands and the area has become a bird sanctuary.
• You are welcome to explore the bush areas within the fence boundary lines, surrounding Kowhai Cottage.
• There is a croquet lawn set out and croquet equipment for adults and children also (found in the back porch) for you to enjoy. Also a set of petanque balls.
• There is a little play park for children to play on.
• There is a vegetable garden and fruit trees which you are welcome to pick from and enjoy anything that is growing!
• There are many indoor games to be found in the drawers in the first cupboard in the laundry area.
• There are books – adult and children -you are welcome to read, but please leave for the enjoyment of other guests.
• There are some toys for children to play with in a plastic container in the lounge.
PLACES OF INTEREST
• Waiuku Township (5 min drive)
Has many eateries .
The historic pub “The Kentish” – lays claim to having the longest continuous liquor licence in the country – since 1853 ! 450 historic photos adorn the walls of the hotel telling the story of Waiuku, and it has a friendly ghost called Kate!
• Tamakae Reserve, by Waiuku River and by Waiuku Town. There is a small historic “village” and the Waiuku Museum nearby.
• Supermarket :-
“New World”
• Superette:- “Supervalue”
• Fruit and vegetable shop :- “Orchard Fields Fruit & Veg”,
• Karioitahi Beach – beautiful black sand beach.
“Castaways Restaurant & Bar”, has a wonderful stunning cliff top ocean front setting, with views over Karioitahi Beach
Dine-in and takeaway but no delivery.
• Awhitu Peninsula – sandy beaches on eastern shores of the peninsula.
Awhitu Winery & Vineyard , Grahams Beach, Awhitu .
It is one of three boutique vineyards on the peninsula -
Also Cliff Edge Wines and Flight Path.
Awhitu Regional Park, Brook Road, Awhitu. Parkland pastures, sandy beach and picnic and barbecue area.
There is a 9 hole golf course set in the Regional Park .
The historic Lighthouse at Manukau Heads, Manukau Heads Road. At the entrance to the Manukau Harbour. Built in 1874. You can visit the lighthouse and see the magnificent views from it and learn of the tragic tale of the HMS Orpheus, New Zealand’s worst shipwreck disaster.
Pollok Arts and crafts Co-operative – Art Gallery and Sculpture Garden at Pollok halfway up the peninsula. Local art, jewellery, ceramics, preserves and health care products.
Hamilton’s Gap, beautiful west coach beach at the end of West Coast Road, Awhitu. It has the highest sand dunes in Auckland! Big shallow stream running through, that you have to wade across to get to the beach.
• Glenbrook Vintage Railway – genuine steam experience - runs between Glenbrook and Waiuku (8kms)
• Waitangi Falls, at the end of Waitangi Falls Road, Glenbrook – a 5 min return walk to the waterfall. Can swim in the pool at the base of the waterfall.
Plenty of parking available. Waiuku township with shops cafes restaurants and supermarkets are a short 5 minute drive away
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