Stanley Bay Apartment, Devonport

Sunny, simple one-bedroom apartment in Stanley Bay a leafy harbour-side pocket of Devonport, Auckland. Sleeping 3, with a queen bedroom and work desk, light-filled open-plan living, a kitchen covering all the basics, and your own washing machine. It's an older building with everyday comforts rather than luxury and a nightly rate to match. Stroll to Devonport village for cafés, restaurants and the 12-minute ferry to downtown Auckland.


The team at Bespoke Stays is here to look after you. Enjoy seamless self check-in, prompt responses to any questions, and local North Shore support minutes away if ever needed. Beyond arrival, the home is all yours — we're available when you need us and invisible when you don't.

Stanley Bay is Devonport's quiet, leafy waterfront pocket — a peaceful residential neighbourhood on the peninsula's western side, loved by locals and largely undiscovered by visitors.

Stanley Bay Park and beach: a gentle spot by the water for morning walks and evening light over the harbour.
Ngataringa Bay: peaceful walking paths and birdlife right on your doorstep.
Devonport village: an easy stroll away for cafés, restaurants, boutiques, bookshops and a boutique cinema — lunch and dinner sorted.
The ferry: from Devonport's terminal it's a scenic 12-minute sail to downtown Auckland — no traffic, no parking.
Mt Victoria: climb from the village for 360° views over the harbour, Rangitoto and the city skyline.
Cheltenham Beach and North Head: golden-sand swimming and historic tunnels with panoramic gulf views, both minutes away.
Takapuna: one of Auckland's best beaches and a buzzing dining scene, a short drive north.

It's the best of Devonport living — quiet streets, water at the end of the road, and the city just a short sail away.

Self check-in


A sunny, simply furnished one-bedroom apartment in a character older building white walls, timber floors and big windows that fill the space with light. The open-plan living and dining area sits alongside a compact kitchen equipped with the basics for easy home cooking. The queen bedroom has a leafy outlook and a dedicated desk for working remotely, and the bathroom includes your own washing machine. It's not fancy and it's priced accordingly — but it's clean, calm and genuinely sunny: an easy, great-value base for exploring Devonport and the city.

Devonport's ferry terminal is an easy stroll or two-minute drive away, with regular sailings to downtown Auckland — a scenic 12-minute trip that's perfect for commuting or dinner in the city. Local buses connect Stanley Bay and Devonport with Takapuna and the wider North Shore. Driving, Auckland CBD is about 20 minutes via the Harbour Bridge, and Auckland Airport is roughly 40 minutes. Closer to home, the village, parks and waterfront walks are all an easy stroll.



A few things to know before you book:

Honest expectations: this is an older building kept clean and comfortable — simple kitchen equipment, everyday furnishings and neighbours living upstairs, with a nightly rate that reflects it. A sunny, great-value base in one of Devonport's loveliest pockets.
Sleeps 3 with a King bedroom plus space for a third guest ( Sofa Bed) ideal for couples, solo travellers and work trips.
A dedicated desk in the bedroom makes it a great base for working remotely or longer stays.
Your own washing machine is tucked into the bathroom perfect for travelling light.
Devonport's ferry terminal is an easy stroll or two-minute drive, with regular sailings to downtown Auckland — a scenic 12-minute trip for dinner in the city or the daily commute.
Devonport village is an easy stroll for cafés, restaurants, boutiques and a boutique cinema.
Cheltenham Beach, North Head and Mt Victoria's lookouts are all close by for beach days and coastal walks.
Minimum stay is 5 nights.
Self check-in; instructions are emailed before arrival.
The team at Bespoke Stays is local and just a message away throughout your stay.

We'd love to help you make the most of your stay — ask us for our favourite walks, swimming spots and dinner recommendations.

This apartment offers its guests laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Auckland apartment is smoke free.