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Surfer's Sunshine Cottage - Piha Holiday Home

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Outdoor dining
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Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Piha, Auckland
  • Place, Piha Surf School
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Piha Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Tower
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Surfer's Sunshine Cottage - Piha Holiday Home

This cheerful sunshine yellow cottage is sure to bring a smile to your face!

On a large sloping section surrounded by native bush, this 1-bedroom cottage is a relaxed coastal getaway on NZ's rugged and beautiful west coast. Surfer's Sunshine Cottage can accommodate up to 4 guests and is pet-friendly too, with Piha Beach and the surrounding Waitakere Ranges offering scenic walk and hiking tracks. There's a shortcut track leading directly to the beach right across the road also.

Wake up in the comfy downstairs bedroom and head upstairs to make a coffee and check the surf report from the deck. There is also a fold out sofa bed in the upstairs lounge. Surfer's Sunshine Cottage has stunning views out over Lion Rock and Piha's famous swells.

Whether you're heading to Piha for a relaxing detox weekend, adrenaline pumped surf trip or laidback family getaway, you'll have a comfortable stay here.

The black sands and ocean views await at Surfer's Sunshine Cottage!
Please note there are steep, narrow stairs going down to the bedroom and bathroom. The ceiling height downstairs is 188cm, so taller guests need to be mindful.

If you're bringing a furry friend, please ensure they are up to date with their flea treatments!

Please note there is no Wi-Fi at this property.

Please be aware that Off Street parking at this property is along a grassed driveway without room for turning. Up to two cars can park on this area. To drive out, it is necessary to reverse out onto Seaview Road, being mindful of traffic.

Please note that the property can allow up to a maximum of 4 guests at all times. Please note that the no parties policy is strictly enforced at this property. Guests are kindly requested to keep voices and music low (especially outside) between 10pm and 8am so that the neighbours are not disturbed.

Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Piha

Located in Piha, this cottage is near the beach. Waitakere Ranges and Piha Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Whoa! Studios and West Wave Pool And Leisure Centre. Corban Estate Arts Centre and Crystal Mountain are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Piha, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Piha Surf School - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Piha Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Eden Park - 38 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Sky Tower - 41 min drive - 43.8 km
  • Spark Arena - 43 min drive - 45.9 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Avondale Station - 28 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piha Rsa - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Aryeh - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Guru - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪ADEYS Place - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Blairs On The Beach - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Surfer's Sunshine Cottage - Piha Holiday Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Surfer's Sunshine Cottage - Piha Holiday Home?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surfer's Sunshine Cottage - Piha Holiday Home on 15 May 2026 start from AU$211, 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 Surfer's Sunshine Cottage - Piha Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Surfer's Sunshine Cottage - Piha Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surfer's Sunshine Cottage - Piha Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Surfer's Sunshine Cottage - Piha Holiday Home located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Piha Surf School and Piha Beach. Waitakere Ranges and Karekare Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmeline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location

Excellent location, amazing views and very clean and tidy. Peaceful and beautiful spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Raelene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cozy little cottage with a good veiw
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot with an awesome view

A great spot, close enough to walk to the beach and cafe. A lovely deck to sit on with a great view to Lion Rock and the bush. Even better our four legged friend could come too.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Family Visit

Successful four days for our family catchup. Stairs to bedroom/bathroom we would not recommend for the 70+. Property ideal for the short and young. Thank goodness for the side door entrance. Even our small foxy fell down while going down and coming up these stairs and refused to use the stairs. No communication made with manager. A recommendation for your manager would be to air the house our before quests arrive. Have windows open. Downstairs in particular was very musky even after four days of airing out. It made sleeping a challenge with the smell and sneaky mosquitoes who evaded open windows. Bed was super comfortable. The property had everything you need while away from home. Lounge and deck great sunny spaces to relax. Internet connection very good. A reversing camera almost essential for backing onto main road. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We truly appreciate your feedback and will continue to work on improving every aspect of the experience. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Margaret G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

No sunshine for us

The house was everything we expected, cosy and clean. The kitchen is well appointed and equipped. A cake baking tin could be added to the cupboard. Access in and out of the driveway is on a dangerous corner. Thank goodness we took one of our own heaters with us. The heater downstairs is barely adequate to heat rooms for mid winter. We went for a quiet break and much needed rest. Unfortunately the next door neighbours held band practice in their basement for hours on end over two nights with the doors open. This was approximately 20 metres away. This was stressful to my partner and a disappointment for me. I had been looking forward to this break. I would not reccommend this bach to others on these grounds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restful long weekend

Great kiwi Bach for us to chill out in for a couple of days. Very cute cottage with everything we needed. Thanks very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing spot and great little Bach

Very well appointed Bach which was amazing for my wife and my weekend break. Very quiet with sea views and a short drive to the beach. Sat out on the deck until late into the night. Recommend this place and will be using it again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

We had a really nice winters weekend here - beach walking, Piha cafe, reading on the deck and watching movies. A lovely place to stay, it is a perfect mix of traditional Bach but with great modern kitchen and nice linen. Lovely views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Piha getaway

Sunshine cottage is just that! A well appointed, clean & tidy bach, with all day sun. Has a great view overlooking the village, with a glimpse of the sea which was lovely to listen too. Vehicle access in & out tricky as it is on a bend of the main road into Piha. Surprisingly very little road noise when you are in the cottage or reading on the deck. All together a very comfortable cottage that we would stay at again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne G.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2026
Hi there, Thank you for taking the time to leave a rating. We are glad to know you had a positive experience during your stay. If there is anything we could have done to make your visit even better, please feel free to let us know. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future. Thanks, Reputations & Resolutions Team
Verified

6/10 Okay

Imogen T.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at Surfer’s Sunshine Cottage. We look forward to welcoming you back for another relaxing getaway. Reputation & Resolutions Coordinators.

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