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Auckland Beach Retreat

Family-friendly beachfront vacation home with free WiFi

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Grahams Beach, franklin
  • Place, Matakawau Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Manukau Heads Lighthouse
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Awhitu Regional Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪84 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Grahams Beach

On the beach.You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Matakawau Beach and 12 miles (20 km) of Manukau Heads Lighthouse. Waipipi Bird Park is 21.3 mi (34.3 km) away.
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What's nearby

  • Matakawau Beach - 12 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Manukau Heads Lighthouse - 25 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Thornlea Grove Recreation Reserve - 32 min drive - 28.6 miles
  • Awhitu Regional Park - 35 min drive - 29.1 miles
  • Karioitahi Beach - 46 min drive - 32.6 miles

Getting around

  • Pukekohe Station - 79 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Clarks Beach Takeaways - ‬57 min drive
  • Allpress Coffee
  • ‪Chin Wags Restaurant & Bar - ‬57 min drive
  • ‪Awhitu Social Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Settlers Rest Cafe - ‬14 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.

Auckland Beach Retreat

Escape to your own slice of paradise, located less than 90 minutes from downtown Auckland. This stunning property offers genuine seclusion with its private white sandy beach, where you can unwind and reconnect with nature. As you drive through breathtaking scenery, you'll be captivated by the magnificent mountain and ocean views leading to this unspoiled area.

The modern two-storey “Wairau Stone” home is nestled on over 3 acres of lush pasture land, facing East over the protected private beach and the pristine Manukau Harbour. With ample space to accommodate up to 16 guests comfortably, this home is perfect for families, couples, or even corporate retreats.

While we uphold a strict 'No Party Policy' to ensure respect for our property and neighbors, we encourage our guests to relax and enjoy their time here. Please note that any disruptive gatherings will result in immediate cancellation of your booking.

Indulge in a luxurious stay, featuring expansive living, dining, and deck areas that all boast stunning views of the beach, harbour, and the vibrant city of Auckland. Entertain in style with a fully equipped granite kitchen and a spacious 10-seater dining table, perfect for memorable meals together. Spend your days lounging on your private beach with crystal-clear waters or exploring the coastline's sheltered bays and diverse fauna.

**Special Conditions:**
- Smoking is permitted only outside.

**Extras:**
- Cleaning and linen are included for your convenience.

Book your stay at this magnificent beach house and experience the ultimate coastal retreat!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: Must be kept in the downstairs garage area only

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Auckland Beachfront Retreat Manukau Heads
Auckland Beachfront Retreat Private vacation home
Auckland Beachfront Retreat Private vacation home Manukau Heads

Frequently asked questions

How close is Auckland Beach Retreat to the airport?

This vacation home is 57 mi (103-min drive) away from the Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Auckland Beach Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Auckland Beach Retreat to the beach?

This vacation home is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Auckland Beach Retreat offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Auckland Beach Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Auckland Beach Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Auckland Beach Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Auckland Beach Retreat have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Auckland Beach Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Auckland Beach Retreat to downtown Manukau Heads?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Grahams Beach.

Auckland Beach Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 323 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gian D.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a nice little spot. Certainly enjoyed the private beach, we will surely be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Carolyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great facilities and gorgeous views
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed here with extended family and it was PERFECT! The views, the space, everything was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alison K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views. Great place to relax at the end of the day. Only thing to consider is the drive time from here to anything, for us it was worth it.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

lorna g.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great communication, lots of detail
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Spacious house with two fridges was perfect for our large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy r.

Liked: Cleanliness
The view was amazing and we loved the private access to the quiet beach. There was plenty of room for our family of 9 and the fishing was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navzad C., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything from the host to the place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was amazing as always. She always answered her phone or returned my calls timeously.The house was neat and well maintained. This, combined with a friendly, helpful host, always brings us back to this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Auckland Beach Retreat is absolutely beautiful! The view from the balcony was gorgeous, the house is large and private, and they have great amenities. We are very grateful to have stayed here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness
New furniture to the property was a great addition.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location, really lovely, spacious, comfortable, well stocked house. Gorgeous views and beach access. Āwhitu Peninsula is a lovely part of the country that deserves exploring.
The house taken from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navzad C., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
We have been visiting the property for 10 plus years and love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean place. Second time staying here. Enjoyed our stay. Beautiful beach too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dhru G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the experience The view, the place itself everything was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohinesh K.

Liked: Cleanliness
All I can say is that this bach was way more than what I expected. Very spacious and absolutely peaceful place to stay at. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing as always. We have been here before and as always we enjoyed our stay. Loved the inclusion of wifi and new beds. Thank you Liz
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a fantastic stay at Grahams Beach to celebrate my husband’s 60th with family and friends - ages 7 to 60! The house was perfect for the large gathering, with plenty of kitchen and dining equipment, different spaces for people to hang out, and a fantastic location to explore! Beautiful views from the deck and living areas. Very good communications with host and property manager with prompt responses to our questions. We’d love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

45 Greenock

There's something about this place that keeps attracting me back to it. This was my 4th visit with a different group of friends that hadn't been here. They were totally impressed and had nothing but glowing comments about the cleanliness, room arrangement and all the linen, cutlery, glassware, etc that was provided.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graham’s Beach bach

The house is very well maintained with lots of extra linen and towels. The lounge is big and spacious. I will definitely recommend the place to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely getaway

Had several very pleasant days here and likely to come back again. House large clean comfortable and very well stocked. The littlies just loved the beach. Just a pity the beach access was a bit tricky, not viable for one person with a dodgy back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette W.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect family getaway.

I treated my children and the grandchildren a weekend away at this special place- a group of 8. The excitement of choosing which bedroom to have and who got the bunks was a highlight. There was just so much room for us all to relax or get together to play games together. The views over the Manukau was spectacular and we spent a lot of time on the deck just watching the sunrise, boats and planes. We loved the little walkway down to the private beach-a little steep for the oldies, but we made it! The kitchen was well stocked with every utensil and plates etc you could need and the beds were comfortable and cosy. We did not want to leave and we will definitely go back again for a family holiday. Thank you to Kim for letting us use your special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025