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About this property

Spacious Holiday Home in Whitford: Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck offers a spacious holiday home in Whitford, New Zealand. The property features five bedrooms and three bathrooms, ensuring ample space for all guests. Outdoor Amenities: Guests can enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, a lush garden, and an outdoor seating area. The pool area includes a deck, providing a relaxing space for leisure. Modern Comforts: The holiday home is equipped with air-conditioning, a washing machine, and a fully fitted kitchen. Additional amenities include a fireplace, private pool, and free WiFi, ensuring a comfortable stay. Nearby Attractions: Located 8 km from Howick Historical Village and 14 km from Auckland Botanic Gardens, the property is also close to Mount Smart Stadium and Ellerslie Racecourse. Highly rated by guests, the retreat provides a serene environment with easy access to local attractions.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
Bedroom 4
1 double bed
Bedroom 5
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Libby
    Australia Australia
    Interior facilities were very good. Pizza oven was fun. Pool was a bonus. When gas ran out, it was replaced very promptly.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 8.2Based on 725 reviews from 168 properties
168 managed properties

Company information

Our Story... We love hosting travellers from all over the world in our own homes as well in the properties we manage and host for others. As hosts, we’re super responsive, attentive to guest needs, and always value feedback as we’re constantly looking for ways to improve. Got a property you need managed & hosted? Do get in touch! Philosophy: Life is like tennis, you have no control on how the ball comes to you, but it's how you hit it back that counts!

Property information

This five-bedroom house is close to Whitford Village with its cafes and amenities and a short drive to Whitford Park or Formosa Golf Clubs. ☆ Parking | Off-street ☆ Wifi | Fast and Unlimited ☆ Laundry | In-unit washer and dryer ☆ Top Location | Whitford at your doorstep ☆ Self-check-in | Book and check in within minutes This home is in the countryside, with resort-like facilities such as a swimming pool, and multiple living areas. With ample off-street parking, this home is a great base to explore Whitford and the surrounding areas. WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOME ✧ Rural location ✧ Two living areas ✧ Open-plan living ✧ Outdoor pizza oven ✧ Outside Swimming Pool ✧ Two gas fireplaces in lounge areas ✧ Five bedrooms - two with ensuites ✧ Indoor/outdoor flow with seating on patio Guest access ✧ Complete and uninterrupted access to the majority of the house ✧ Garage is locked for staff use only ✧ Two rooms on top of garage is locked for staff use only ✧ The hot tub is not working, so cannot be used and is not mentioned on the listing Other things to note ✧ Be respectful to the house and neighbours, with no disturbance to the neighbourhood. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund at the host's decision, regardless of policy and booking in place ✧ Strictly no parties or large gatherings without approval. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund at the host's decision ✧ A form of government ID along with a selfie is required by the host ✧ Please leave the pool in the same state it was in during check-in ✧ If you have children, please ensure they are supervised at all times, to ensure their safety and security. The gate to the swimming pool must be closed and secured at all times as per New Zealand regulations of pool area safety ✧ The hot tub is not working, so cannot be used and is not mentioned on the listing

Neighbourhood information

✧ Whitford Township is within a 18-minute walk ✧ Whitford Park Golf Club is within a 5-minute drive ✧ Mangemangeroa Reserve is within a 5-minute drive ✧ Botany Town Centre is within a 7-minute drive ✧ Ayrlies Garden & Wetlands is within a 8-minute drive ✧ Howick Historical Village is within a 11-minute drive ✧ Formosa Golf Course is within a 12-minute drive ✧ Clevedon Village Market is within a 16-minute drive ✧ Half Moon Bay Ferry is within a 16-minute drive ✧ Riverhaven Artland is within a 19-minute drive Note: Driving times are an indication only and may change due to traffic or weather

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required. The property charges this 7 days before arrival. That's about US$299. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay, prior to arrival. The property will be in contact with you after booking.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Countryside Haven Retreat with Pool and Deck in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

A damage deposit of NZD 500 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.