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Family cottage at Enclosure Bay - 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, beachfront.

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Beach
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TV
Terrace/patio
Property grounds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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Waiheke Island, Auckland
  • Place, Enclosure Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandy Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Little Oneroa Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪104 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home

This 4 bedroom character filled holiday cottage, has gone through a complete make over where the inside was gutted and replaced with modern facilities and furnishings, but we have definitely kept the old world Retro style giving it a delightful charm and feel to it.

This is a classic property, which perfectly represents the type of Bach the grand parents used to have, where as kids we loved the situation of being able to spend all day on the beach and run home without having to worry about sand on our feet or being told off by the oldies for making a mess.

Drop Anchor is one of very few properties remaining in that original state, a real classical gem and now also very comfortably appointed.

It has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The bed configuration has the Master bedroom with a California (split-able) King bed in a large room which opens onto the wrap around covered deck, with the view across the Bay. The second bedroom has a split king bed. and the third bedroom has a King single bed.

At the back door is the sleep out, which has a double and single in one room and a small second room which is baby size, but will comfortably fit a Porta Cot. It has a further bathroom and shower.

The kitchen is completely remodeled with gas oven and hob, dishwasher, micro wave and fridge freezer, along with being well equipped with most everything you may need to whip up the great meal. We have kept the cupboards as they were, although repainted, they are still the same colour.

The living /dining room are open plan, with a large hand made table and benches, and the lounge has all new furniture. A 40 TV is on the wall equipped with Sky channels, along with a stereo which has a USB connection for smart phones, and of course free Wifi.

Drop Anchor is truly delightful, which will suit guests looking for that special and memorable holiday experience, they just dont make houses like this anymore.

The wrap around deck has BBQ and outdoor furniture. A big flat lawn runs off the front, and there is a further lawn to the rear, this has a purpose built area for a tent.

There are also board games and books galore, along with free use of the kayaks under the house.
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Enclosure Bay. Features include free WiFi in public areas. The cottage includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • The cottage offers a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony
  • Free WiFi in some public areas
  • Steps from Enclosure Bay and 4 minutes by foot from Sandy Bay
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This Waiheke Island cottage is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 not indicated whether 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

AP-2423-listing-19

Drop Anchor - Beachfront Cottage - at Enclosure Bay - Beachfront Bach - 4 Bedroom Kiwi Character Home Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Waiheke Island

We had a great stay!Close to the beach,
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magic location

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kavi K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place!

Awesome place in a great location! We had a excellent time. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022