Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage

897 Takatu Road RD 6, 0986 Tawharanui, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.9/10! <small>(score from <b>43</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
43 reviews

Breakfast foods were provided to prepare however we wanted to use them which was perfect for us.

Delia United States of America
a kitchen with chairs and a table and a counter at Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage in Tawharanui
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Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage

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  • Entire home
  • 646 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking

Located in Tāwharanui, Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage offers a private one-bedroom cottage with decks on three sides and a private outdoor bath. The property offers views of the sea, native bush and cottage garden. The cottage is 60sqm with living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and laundry. Free toiletries and laundry products are provided. A selection of local specialty foods is included. The kitchen includes fridge / freezer, dishwasher, oven, stovetop, kettle, toaster, and nespresso machine. A BBQ is also provided. Matakana is 6.8 mi from Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage. The nearest airport is Auckland Airport,62 mi from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

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Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
8.8
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    Delia
    United States of America United States of America
    “Breakfast foods were provided to prepare however we wanted to use them which was perfect for us.”
  • Anja
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Most generous hosts, Katherine & John created a luxurious hide-away between the beautiful native bush and the majestic ocean. Loved the outside bath, exceptional breakfast (incl salmon!), views to all side, comfy bed and everything else.”
  • Robin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We really enjoyed our stay. Our hosts were there, but ensured our privacy and enjoyment. The views and location are exceptional, immersed in nature; Bell Bird, Kaka, lovely gardens and bush. Our breakfast was well provided, with high quality and...”

Hosted by Katherine

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Katherine
Magnificent sea and native bush views an hour north of Auckland on the Tāwharanui Peninsula. On a coastal ridge, Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage is a two-room cottage offering you privacy and tranquility. A beautiful bedroom, living room, ensuite bathroom, decks and a pretty cottage garden create the ultimate getaway. Access to Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage is via our driveway and shared parking area with a short walk past the house. The cottage itself is separate from the house and once there you have exclusive use of this lovely guest accommodation and can enjoy your peaceful seclusion with only the sound of birdsong to interrupt your thoughts. The cottage garden and a large native tree area create space and visual privacy from the main house.
My husband John and I moved from Auckland city to the Tāwharanui Peninsula in 2015. We love it here and have never missed city living once! We love the peace and quiet and the abundance of bush, birds and sea. We are lucky enough to have a completely separate cottage on our property that we renovated for short term rental during 2016. The cottage is fully ready for travellers looking for privacy, seclusion, the beauty of nature and some luxury. Prior to living in Tāwharanui John and I had corporate careers in telecommunications and project management. We still do some consulting work from home or travel to Auckland from time to time.
An easy 15 minute drive takes you to the renowned Matakana Village which hosts a weekend farmers’ market, vintage market, restaurants, cafes, boutique shops and a cinema complex. With many vineyards and art galleries in the surrounding area, there is always plenty to do. If you are a swimmer, surfer, bird lover or bush walker this is the perfect place for you. Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage is only three km from the stunning 600 hectare Tāwharanui Regional Park bird sanctuary and marine reserve. Tāwharanui features fantastic white sand surf beaches, great walks and rare NZ bird-life such as takahē, tīeke and even kiwi, at night. Goat Island is only 25 minutes away for snorkeling or viewing marine life from the glass bottom boat or clear kayaks.
Language spoken: English

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Amenities of Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linens
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Bathrobe
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Sitting area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Mosquito net
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    • Open-air bath
    Food & Drink
    • Fruit
    • Special diet meals (on request)
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • Sea view
    • View
    Building Characteristics
    • Detached
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Miscellaneous
    • Adults only
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    Property practices

    This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

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    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

    This property doesn't offer extra beds.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage

    • Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage is 0.9 miles from the center of Tawharanui. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage on this page.

    • The prices at Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Check-in at Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Open-air bath

    • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from Kākā Ridge Retreat Luxury Cottage. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.