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A round table with a bottle and glasses, overlooking a forested landscape with a cloudy sky.
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A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small black side table, a large window with a view of trees, and a mounted flat-screen TV.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with floral bedding, and a motivational quote on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, pendant lighting, and a view of the outdoors.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom538 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is $176
$155 nightly
$176 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26

Explore the area

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Helensville, Auckland
  • Place, Westbrook Winery
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, The Hunting Lodge Winery
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Waitemata Harbour
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Helensville

Located in Helensville, this cottage is within a 15-minute drive of Westbrook Winery and The Hunting Lodge Winery. .This cottage is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Rapson Stewardship Area and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Kaukapakapa Playground.
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What's nearby

  • Westbrook Winery - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • The Hunting Lodge Winery - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Kumeu River Wines - 19 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Waitemata Harbour - 19 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • RNZAF Base Auckland - 24 min drive - 15.7 miles

Getting around

  • Henderson Station - 29 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waimauku Food Station - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Beer Spot - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hallertau Brewbar & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Original Kaipara Tavern - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 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.

Luxury Bush Retreat with Outdoor Bath, Birds, Trails & Wine Country | Waimauku.

Summary:
New to Bookabach, but a seasoned Top 5% Guest Favorite with over 85 five-star reviews on other platforms!"

​​Escape to a luxurious, private forest cabin in Waimauku—designed for those looking to slow down, disconnect, and recharge in nature. Surrounded by pristine native bush and vibrant birdsong, this fully self-contained modern retreat offers total seclusion just 45 minutes from Auckland CBD.

​Why subject yourself to a grueling drive? Skip the bumper-to-bumper traffic and avoid burning through literal liquid gold just to find a true countryside feel. You can experience ultimate relaxation and a genuine rural escape right here, without the travel burnout or the painful trip to the petrol pump.

​The guesthouse is fully separated from the main house, offering absolute seclusion for a peaceful digital detox, romantic staycation, or a quiet family weekend.

​The Highlights:

​The Outdoor Bath: Soak under the stars or watch the morning mist rise through the trees from your private, open-air bath.

​Explore the Area: Wake up to the sound of birds, and start your morning exploring our private bush walking paths or explore the mighty Riverhead forest for longer hikes and bike trails. We are located just minutes from the world-class Kumeu and Waimauku wineries, and a 30min drive to the rugged beauty of Muriwai Beach or calm Orewa. As our guests frequently say: one night simply isn't enough.

​Premium Comfort: A bright, warm, fully insulated space featuring a cozy lounge,Heatpump, Chromecast, and Alexa smart speaker.

​Gourmet Ready: A sleek, fully equipped kitchen with everything needed for easy meals, plus a premium Weber BBQ on the deck.

​Bedding & Space Layout:
​Master Bedroom: Queen bed with expansive bush views.

​Bedroom 2: Flexible setup, ideal for a child, an extra family member, or a friend.

​Bathroom: 1 modern indoor bathroom + 1 signature luxury outdoor bath.

Key Info:
Exterior security cameras are installed throughout the property for safety (only points to driveways and walking tracks).
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 538 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and return the keys
-Please make sure that the outdoor bath is empty. Alll taps are off as we are on tank water. -All windows open during check-out to air odors. -Bathroom vanity, toilet & the shower left tidy & clean.
Clean up any mess created during cooking, including the tiles behind the oven or you will be charged an $120 cleaning fee if the kitchen is left unclean with oil spatter and grease.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No loud music after 10pm

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The property is not suitable for toddlers.

Events

No 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Luxury Bush Retreat with Outdoor Bath, Birds, Trails & Wine Country | Waimauku. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Madison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and amazing location, would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hughly recommended if you want to get away - the location is so beautiful, forest as far as the eye can see, with your own private forest walk. The house itself is amazing too - clean, modern, just like the pictures. The host is very reaponsive, couldn't fault it, 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most amazing stay here for our anniversary! The hosts went above and beyond with thoughtful extra touches that made our celebration feel so special, and we really appreciated the effort they put in.The place was spotless, beautifully presented, and so easy to access. Everything was exactly as described, making it a completely stress-free getaway.The highlight was definitely the outdoor tub - the view from there is absolutely breathtaking and worth the stay on its own. It was such a peaceful and memorable experience.We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway - we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very relaxing time and loved our stay! Our favourite parts were that we couldn’t hear any traffic, the view outside was beautiful, the tub with bubble bath was great. Even though it rained most of the time we were there, having a bath in the rain was nice. We loved the chocolate treat and marshmallows on arrival. The piwaiwaka (fantails) visiting was very cute! The heater worked well if we got cold and we loved the fact there are bunk beds if we come back again and bring the kids. We recommend this for anyone wanting to get away from the big city as it was only a 40min drive from Auckland so not too far yet it felt like we were further away because of how quiet it was. Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026