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Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 6
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Great Barrier Island, Auckland
- Windy Canyon Lookout
- Blind Bay25 min drive
- Medlands Beach26 min drive
- Great Barrier Island (GBZ)16 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Queen Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Whaler's Cottage - Great Barrier Island
Superbly located on Harpoon Hill, Whangaparapara and 15min from Claris Village and Airport, the Whaler’s Cottage is a unique property in a magical setting. Hidden down a long driveway and surrounded by native bush, you will be greeted by a chorus of native bird life and views of the harbour. The cottage can also be accessed via a track from Whangaparapara Wharf. A short walk leads you up to the house making it ideal for boaties who want to park up for a couple of nights.
Spread across two levels, the Whaler’s Cottage is a comfortable secluded getaway equipped with all the holiday essentials including outdoor furniture, a BBQ, dishwasher, plenty of parking, and a fireplace for those winter stays. A highly specified well equipped off the grid property with water that is piped via a gravity fed water system sourced from a nearby stream The first floor includes the main guest bedroom with a queen size bed, wardrobe and windows that open right up. All bed linen and towels will be supplied. The bathroom includes a shower and a raised luxury bathtub with views of the bush. Have a hot bubble bath and enjoy the tranquil scenery.
A cosy lounge with TV/Computer, free wifi and Netflix, Lightbox, TV1,2,3 on Demand and Spotify for music lovers all set up on a 30inch screen with great speakers. An open plan kitchen with gas stove, oven, and dishwasher and a pot belly fireplace for warmth makes it feel like home. Fully equipped with all crockery and utensils for up to six people. A light table (with extension) and chairs makes it easy for our guests to eat inside or out on the veranda overlooking the water and beautiful sunsets and if you’re lucky, watch the dolphins and whales come out to play while you enjoy your morning coffee. Furry Friends are welcome, just let us know at booking time and smoking is allowed outside only as long as you use the ashtray provided.
The second and third bedrooms are upstairs and accessed via a ladder staircase. The light airy open plan second floor have two superbly comfortable queen size beds with sea views and lovely for big sleep ins. This floor also has a small deck with even better views of the water and perfect for stargazing the dark skies of Great Barrier Island. Bring your telescope!
Spread across two levels, the Whaler’s Cottage is a comfortable secluded getaway equipped with all the holiday essentials including outdoor furniture, a BBQ, dishwasher, plenty of parking, and a fireplace for those winter stays. A highly specified well equipped off the grid property with water that is piped via a gravity fed water system sourced from a nearby stream The first floor includes the main guest bedroom with a queen size bed, wardrobe and windows that open right up. All bed linen and towels will be supplied. The bathroom includes a shower and a raised luxury bathtub with views of the bush. Have a hot bubble bath and enjoy the tranquil scenery.
A cosy lounge with TV/Computer, free wifi and Netflix, Lightbox, TV1,2,3 on Demand and Spotify for music lovers all set up on a 30inch screen with great speakers. An open plan kitchen with gas stove, oven, and dishwasher and a pot belly fireplace for warmth makes it feel like home. Fully equipped with all crockery and utensils for up to six people. A light table (with extension) and chairs makes it easy for our guests to eat inside or out on the veranda overlooking the water and beautiful sunsets and if you’re lucky, watch the dolphins and whales come out to play while you enjoy your morning coffee. Furry Friends are welcome, just let us know at booking time and smoking is allowed outside only as long as you use the ashtray provided.
The second and third bedrooms are upstairs and accessed via a ladder staircase. The light airy open plan second floor have two superbly comfortable queen size beds with sea views and lovely for big sleep ins. This floor also has a small deck with even better views of the water and perfect for stargazing the dark skies of Great Barrier Island. Bring your telescope!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Suitable for 8 years and over. Balconies are low
Events
No events allowed
Open to discussion and price
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please discuss with us before booking
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is allowed on the veranda
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Open to discussion and price
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Great Barrier Island
Located in Great Barrier Island, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glenfern Sanctuary and Whangaparapara Harbour. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.

Great Barrier Island, Auckland
What's nearby
- Whangaparapara Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Kaitoki Beach - 21 min drive - 10.0 km
- Blind Bay - 25 min drive - 12.2 km
- Medlands Beach - 26 min drive - 16.8 km
- Glenfern Sanctuary - 48 min drive - 32.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- My Fat Puku - 15 min drive
- Great Barrier Lodge - 16 min walk
- The Burger Shack - 16 min drive
- Paris Texas - 15 min drive
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