'ON THE BEACH' Apartment at Snells Beach is only a one hour easy travel from Auckland on the Northern motorway. This comfortable cosy apartment is situated on park-like grounds edging the white sandy beach with a seascape that changes as the tide flows in and out. RELAXATION abounds - SMART HD TV and FREE unlimited Wi-Fi INTERNET. A modern well planned and equipped kitchen with modern appliances for ease.
IMPORTANT NOTE - BOOKING FEES and OPTIONS AVAILABLE :- The nightly rate does not include the provision of linens and towels. BOOKING FEE - All online bookings incur a commission for service. GUEST OPTIONS:- Linens and towels are optional as guests may provide their own. Bed configuration - Extra long twin beds or configured as large king bed. ADVISE OWNER your preferred options and for the cost to supply linens etc. The accommodation is managed and will be arranged accordingly by owner.
Surcharge will apply for one night bookings - please arrange with owner
REFUSE and RECYCLING BINS for rubbish disposal.
CLEANING and USE - PLEASE NOTE: KIWI BACH tradition expects GUESTS to leave house cleaned as found on arrival. Guests must do the dishes and clean before leaving the apartment. Accommodation cost online did not include fee to have apartment cleaning service.
This apartment is fully self-contained and ONLY for the use of the renter.
A RESTFUL STAY ASSURED - This unique location has much to offer a traveller. SPECTACTULAR sunrises to wake up to. Open the sliding bedroom doors to a tiled patio & your absolute seaside lawn & gardens. Upstairs a comfortable lounge, dining & kitchen area, opens onto a nice balcony. Be entertained by wind-surfers, paddle boarders, swimmers and walkers who meander along the beachside footpath.
DAY OUTINGS - Numerous interesting places within 8 minutes drive. Warkworth Town Centre on the Mahurangi river, the Kauri Parry Park and Historic Limestone Cement work ruins. The Matakana Village Farmers Market on Saturdays. DRIVE 4km to Sandspit, ferry across to Kawau Island where Governor Sir George Grey's historic home is situated at Mansion House Bay. Opens for viewing fulfilling a day for picnic or enjoy a scenic woodland trail walk - highly recommended. SNORKEL in Marine Reserve at Leigh - Goat Island - Glass bottom boat tours available. Snells Beach/Mahurangi Village is an easy stroll for the local Bakery, Cafes, or Take-out meals. A Library, Pharmacy, Fuel Station, local Pub and tennis courts etc. in the Village.
ATTRACTIONS: Recreational close by: Golf course, Wine Trails, Horse riding. Sculptureum gardens and Galleries, Brick Bay Wines & Sculptures trail and Sheepworld all nearby. PICTURESQUE Regional Parks at Scandretts Bay and Tawharanui offer walking tracks. Scenic drives - beaches at Leigh, Omaha Peninsula and Goat Island, enjoyable day outings abound from this accommodation base on the waters edge at Snells Beach.
BEDROOM: Dressing table, drawers, bedside tables and wardrobe. OPTIONAL: Bed configuration - long twin singles OR together as large king bed.
BESPOKE BATHROOM: Tiled room, marble vanity bench overlays a washer. Custom made shower, heated towel rail, toilet, electrical power outlets and emergency torch.
CHECK-IN : 2pm and CHECK-OUT : 11am For early arrival and late check-out availability, contact owner who personally manages this holiday apartment and inspects after guests vacate the property.
OWNER welcomes questions, responds immediately, as your stay is important at this luxury unit with reasonable rates and is always beautifully maintained.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS: NOT suitable for small children - open stairs and upper balcony railing. NO pets or smoking.
SECURITY BOND: An additional deposit of $300 maybe charged if any damage or loss occurs to the accommodation, its contents, or caused by a member of his/her party. Also, if additional cleaning be required, this will be deducted from the Security Bond to reflect the costs involved.
INQUIRIES are welcomed by the owner who personally manages this unique property. A happy, comfortable stay is promised - please do not hesitate to contact owner.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash dishes and put away
All used bed linens and towels that require laundry, please place in laundry bag provided for collection.
For a full Security Bond held online to be refundable after departure the guest must leave accommodation with no damage or loss and has cleaned, tidied and left it as they found on arrival.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No other persons are permitted to use or stay than the number booked. Exclusive use for three persons only, there are no exceptions to this rule.
Guests are required to leave the apartment cleaned and tidy as found on arrival. Property Access and Information advised when booking is confirmed.
GUESTS are RESPONSIBLE to CLEAN apartment.
NOTE: BOOKING FEES do NOT include a cleaning / service fee.
BOND charged if not left as found on arriving.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 20007422
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Snells Beach
Located in Snells Beach, this apartment is near theme parks and on the beach. Mansion House and Couldrey House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail and Heron's Flight. Sandspit Ferry Terminal and Blue Adventures are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
Omaha Beach - 16 min drive - 18.7 km
Sky Tower - 56 min drive - 77.3 km
Spark Arena - 59 min drive - 82.0 km
Getting around
Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
St Pierre's Sushi - 9 min drive
The Bridgehouse Lodge - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Zen Den - 10 min drive
Goose Bakery - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH on 26 May 2026 start from AU$165, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH located?
Nestled on the beach, this Snells Beach apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Snells Beach and Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail. Algies Bay Beach is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Always wonderful to host guests who appreciate a special place for some time out of busy days.
Was a pleasure to host this couple who enjoyed a much needed rest and quiet time and would welcome back at any time in the future.
Location was great. Snells beach is a cute little town. very comfortable.
Janice P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2026
A pleasure to have you return at any time. Guest commented they enjoyed the comfortable accommodation, the views and surrounding local attractions in the close proximity, which made the short stay and visit to the area a pleasant and unforgettable experience.
Great place to stay for a break from the rigours of Auckland life.
Roger H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Thankyou very much for your comments. It is pleasing to hear that you had a quiet pleasant enjoyable stay away from the busyness of city chaos. Will be delighted to have you back to relive another peaceful break away.
Excellent location, wonderful views, very comfortable accommodation
Carol Lancashie
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you for your review and glad you enjoyed your time and location. Be welcomed again anytime in the future, was a pleasure to have you stay and leaving the accommodation absolutely perfect when you checked out very early for the airport.
Great place to stay! Friendly and helpful host. Quiet location. Fabulous comfy bed. Everything we needed.
Nicole F.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2026
Thank you for your nice review. Glad you enjoyed your stay, it was a pleasure to have you and would be great to hear from you again in the future.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colin
20 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect spot for a beach break, right on the beach, great views, quiet and cosy with everything you need. Short drive to the shopping area, and plenty to see and do in the local area, but we just wanted to relax and do nothing except walks on the beach and couldn't have asked for a better spot.
Colin
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janine
27 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great beach front holiday home! Everything we could need - it was comfortable & clean with stunning views. Very peaceful location. Great communication with the owner. Thank you - we will be back!
We love Snells Beach & this location is great. We look forward to our next stay.
Louise F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2025
Thank you very much for your nice comment and the location was perfect for you.
It was a pleasure to have you stay, you are welcome back anytime in the future.
Thank you for your comment and glad you enjoyed your stay, great to find the property left beautifully tidy and clean. Please stay again anytime in the future.
Pleased you enjoyed your stay and location was perfect as you were as my guests. Welcome back anytime in the future.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
2 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The unit had everything you could need for a comfortable stay. Convenience of a shopping strip nearby and great coffee at The Crimson Cafe, also multiple options for dining. All this & right on the waterfront.
Pleased to hear my guest enjoyed location and found accommodation relaxing with everything just perfect on arrival. Would be delighted to welcome back at anytime.
Archival
8/10 Good
30 Mar 2016
Nice and tidy little bach with a great location.
Nice and tidy little bach with a great location.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Thank you, glad you enjoyed your stay, welcome back.
Accommodation well situated in a quiet place on Snells beach.
Marcel L.
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2022
Thanking my overseas guests who enjoyed a quiet and relaxing holiday with everything they needed. Perfect guests to welcome back anytime in the future.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Natalia S.
24 July 2018
Perfect weekend away
The property was lovely to stay at. Very tidy and homely and was in the perfect location for a break away. Owners have great instructions which made my stay there very easy! Would recommend this place and would stay here again.
Natalia S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2020
Nice to see another renter has enjoyed our property. Thanks for the review.
About the host
Hosted by shirin290
I am retired and together with my husband we love being close to the seaside. We have travelled the worlds oceans in our own yacht for many years and finding this unique holiday unit right on the waters edge was a delightful find indeed. Our seaside unit has given us much pleasure for short stays to take a break and relax away from our residential home. The sea vista outlook is a wonderful reminder of our ocean sailing years. We now like to share our holiday get-away accommodation so that others can also enjoy and have the pleasure of a total beach-side relaxing break away.
Why they chose this property
Being only a few steps across the lawn onto a beautiful safe sandy beach with its ever changing tide and seascape vista is totally unique. The property ensures the perfect magical base to capture the morning sunrises and daytime seashore vistas. The balcony and open plan living/lounge floor offers expansive all day intriguing views of the changing tides and activities. It is easy to relax in comfort within, or to take a drive out. The surrounding areas of Snells Beach are all within a small radius where spectacular beach and country scenery will be revealed from this very centralised easy care unit.
What makes this property unique
From this easy care unique fully self-contained unit enjoy the spectacular vista from the open plan unit where daily chores are a breeze with a dishwasher, wall oven and everything at one's fingertips making for a pleasant and relaxing get-away without the housework and is easily cleaned before departure. Situated at the waters-edge, alongside beautiful parks and beachside walking paths. For enthusiastic wondering, enlighten a day, go hiking on tracks in the recreational parks of the nearby bays, all just a very short drive within this magical Kawau Bay shore. Make this YOUR base to RELAX in breathtaking comfort or go out to explore the many outlying delightful beaches, villages, wineries, markets the pottery and arts. Regional Recreational parks and walking tracks give many opportunities to fill a very rewarding and pleasant day. On returning back to the unit appreciate all the comforts for absolutely total relaxation. Being a small Body-Corporate complex, the building, grounds and gardens are maintained and always kept neat and tidy. This unit situated on the white sandy shores of Snells Beach has given us much pleasure when we ourselves or our family stay and will always remain as our family holiday unit that we wish to share for others to enjoy.
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