Waiheke Island is a 35-minute exhilarating catamaran trip from downtown Auckland CBD to – think blue seas, flotillas of yachts competing or at play, deserted natural volcanic rocks and islets that you weave through to reach the ninety-six kilometres of coastline that is Waiheke.

They say it’s the best commute in the world.

And when you step off the passenger ferry at Matiatia Wharf you find yourself in a very different place – away from the bustle of city life on an island of creativity, of wine, olives, lavender, sandy stretches of beach, and above all tranquillity.

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Called simultaneously the Nantucket of the southern hemisphere, New Zealand’s own Provence and an Ibiza of the ‘60s (without the nightclubs!) this is an artists’ island, a haven for creative people encompassing all the arts. Time stops still as you lounge on the deck, watching the local fishermen leaving first thing in the morning to catch red snapper for your lunch, or star gazing long into the night.
The microclimate allows Waiheke to lend itself perfectly to the production of some of the greatest wines in New Zealand – amongst them Stony Ridge, Goldwater, Peninsula Estate and, our favourite, Passage Rock – and tours of vineyards, olive groves and the like abound.

Group or individual tours can be booked or take your time and do it yourself – cars, scooters and bikes are plentiful to rent. So are horses and kayaks. Your decision.

Beautiful architecturally designed well appointed home on the water's edge.

A 25% deposit is required by Visa, Bankcard, Diners Card, American Express or Mastercard to secure a booking. All prices are GST Exempt

Minimum of three nights

Cancellation Policy :

Cancellations incur a fee of 25% of the total cost. All cancellations must be made in writing including email, or the full accommodation cost will be charged.

To make a booking simply email us with your required dates, how many people it is for and ask us any questions you might have.