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⭐The Pond House by Homello⭐ | Pool • Pond • Peaceful Country Retreat
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms4 bathrooms3563 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Karaka, Auckland
- Fortland ParkPlace, Fortland Park9 min drive
- SpookersPlace, Spookers11 min drive
- Navigation Homes StadiumPlace, Navigation Homes Stadium13 min drive
- Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)35 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Karaka
Located in Karaka, this vacation home is on a lake, within a 10-minute drive of Pukekohe Golf Course and Spookers. .This vacation home is 5.6 mi (9 km) from Coulthards Scenic Reserve and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Hingaia Park.
What's nearby
- Fortland Park - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles
- Spookers - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles
- Navigation Homes Stadium - 13 min drive - 7.4 miles
- Karaka Sales Complex - 15 min drive - 8.3 miles
- Pukekohe Park Raceway - 16 min drive - 9.0 miles
Getting around
- Pukekohe Station - 14 min drive
- Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
- BP - 15 min drive
- Autobahn Café - 15 min drive
- McDonald's - 15 min drive
- SuMei - 13 min drive
- Urban Soul - 13 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.
⭐The Pond House by Homello⭐ | Pool • Pond • Peaceful Country Retreat
Welcome to The Pond House Karaka, your peaceful countryside escape by Homello.
✨ Why guests love it here:
- Private 2.3-acre property surrounded by gardens and fruit trees
- Peaceful pond with jetty
- Inground swimming pool with sunny north-facing deck
- Spacious family home with multiple living areas + large kitchen
- Super-fast Wi-Fi - great for streaming, remote work, or family movie nights
- 10 minutes to the motorway - country calm with city convenience
Set among lawns and open sky, The Pond House was made for connection and calm. Enjoy open-plan living with a wood-burning fire, a full kitchen overlooking the gardens, and a second lounge that flows to the pool deck for sunny afternoons and evening meals.
Upstairs, the master suite has peaceful views across the pond, a walk-in wardrobe, and private ensuite. Four additional bedrooms, two family bathrooms, and generous living spaces mean everyone has room to relax. Whether you’re hosting family gatherings or a quiet weekend away, the home blends comfort, nature, and privacy in one special place.
What’s included
- Fresh hotel-quality linen + professional cleaning
- Restocked bathroom amenities + pantry essentials
- Ducted air conditioning upstairs + fireplace downstairs
- Full kitchen with modern appliances
- Laundry with washer
Good to know
- The pond is for viewing only - depth unknown and may contain eels
- The right side stove top is currently cracked, and we don`t recommend using it during your stay as we try to get this issue fixed.
- Please note the exhaust fan above the kitchen stove is currently out of order, this will be getting fixed shortly
- The single beds in the loft are best suited for children
- The TV is streaming only
- As this home is located in the country you may come across rodents and bugs
- This home is on rain water so water pressure is low
- Guests have full private access to the home, pool, and gardens (sheds excluded)
- Please enquire if you would like to host an event here.
- Guest count must not exceed occupancy count, unless otherwise agreed upon
Perfect for:
✔️ Family getaways and reunions
✔️ Peaceful countryside stays close to Auckland
✔️ Long weekends with friends
Come home to The Pond House Karaka by Homello, where the air is still, the views are endless, and time slows down.
✨ Why guests love it here:
- Private 2.3-acre property surrounded by gardens and fruit trees
- Peaceful pond with jetty
- Inground swimming pool with sunny north-facing deck
- Spacious family home with multiple living areas + large kitchen
- Super-fast Wi-Fi - great for streaming, remote work, or family movie nights
- 10 minutes to the motorway - country calm with city convenience
Set among lawns and open sky, The Pond House was made for connection and calm. Enjoy open-plan living with a wood-burning fire, a full kitchen overlooking the gardens, and a second lounge that flows to the pool deck for sunny afternoons and evening meals.
Upstairs, the master suite has peaceful views across the pond, a walk-in wardrobe, and private ensuite. Four additional bedrooms, two family bathrooms, and generous living spaces mean everyone has room to relax. Whether you’re hosting family gatherings or a quiet weekend away, the home blends comfort, nature, and privacy in one special place.
What’s included
- Fresh hotel-quality linen + professional cleaning
- Restocked bathroom amenities + pantry essentials
- Ducted air conditioning upstairs + fireplace downstairs
- Full kitchen with modern appliances
- Laundry with washer
Good to know
- The pond is for viewing only - depth unknown and may contain eels
- The right side stove top is currently cracked, and we don`t recommend using it during your stay as we try to get this issue fixed.
- Please note the exhaust fan above the kitchen stove is currently out of order, this will be getting fixed shortly
- The single beds in the loft are best suited for children
- The TV is streaming only
- As this home is located in the country you may come across rodents and bugs
- This home is on rain water so water pressure is low
- Guests have full private access to the home, pool, and gardens (sheds excluded)
- Please enquire if you would like to host an event here.
- Guest count must not exceed occupancy count, unless otherwise agreed upon
Perfect for:
✔️ Family getaways and reunions
✔️ Peaceful countryside stays close to Auckland
✔️ Long weekends with friends
Come home to The Pond House Karaka by Homello, where the air is still, the views are endless, and time slows down.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car recommended
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3.5 bathrooms
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Office
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
- On a lake
- On a river
Things to do
- Swimming nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 3,563 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
445994
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