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6/10 Okay
Tracy
20 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Amenities
Tracy
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2025
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Country Idyll - Sandspit Holiday Cottage
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Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 290 sq m
Popular amenities
- Spa pool on site
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Air-conditioning
- Fenced yard
- Internet access
Explore the area
Sandspit, Matakana
- Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture TrailPlace, Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail5 min drive
- Snells BeachPlace, Snells Beach6 min drive
- Sky TowerPlace, Sky Tower57 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Country Idyll - Sandspit Holiday Cottage
Please note that a surveillance camera will be operating pointed at the driveway for added security during your stay.
Please note there is another dwelling onsite that will be occupied during your stay.
Please be aware this property does not have a full kitchen.
Please be aware that there are surveillance cameras placed in outdoor areas for added security during your stay.
The spa pool is for adult use only and restricted to guests over 18 years of age. Additionally, there is a separate hut on the property reserved for the owners when the main house is booked. This hut has its own outdoor spa bath, which is not available for guest use.
To ensure safety, adults should supervise young children at all times when swimming or playing near the pool area.
Please note that a bond may be required at certain times of the year. If applicable, one of our team members will contact you with further details.
Please note there is another dwelling onsite that will be occupied during your stay.
Please be aware this property does not have a full kitchen.
Please be aware that there are surveillance cameras placed in outdoor areas for added security during your stay.
The spa pool is for adult use only and restricted to guests over 18 years of age. Additionally, there is a separate hut on the property reserved for the owners when the main house is booked. This hut has its own outdoor spa bath, which is not available for guest use.
To ensure safety, adults should supervise young children at all times when swimming or playing near the pool area.
Please note that a bond may be required at certain times of the year. If applicable, one of our team members will contact you with further details.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Warkworth
Warkworth is home to this holiday home. Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail and Heron's Flight are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Sandspit Ferry Terminal and Blue Adventures. Action Ninja World and SheepWorld are also worth visiting.
Sandspit, Matakana
What's nearby
- Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
- Snells Beach - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
- Omaha Beach - 17 min drive - 16.4 km
- Sky Tower - 57 min drive - 75.0 km
- Spark Arena - 61 min drive - 76.8 km
Getting around
- Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
- St Pierre's Sushi - 6 min drive
- Honey Centre - 9 min drive
- The Bridgehouse Lodge - 5 min drive
- Smoke Junction BBQ - 7 min drive
- Pete & Mary's Eatery - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Country Idyll - Sandspit Holiday Cottage pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Country Idyll - Sandspit Holiday Cottage?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Country Idyll - Sandspit Holiday Cottage on 27 Apr 2026 start from AU$272, 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 Country Idyll - Sandspit Holiday Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Country Idyll - Sandspit Holiday Cottage located?
Situated in Warkworth, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail and within 3 miles (5 km) of Snells Beach and Sandspit Ferry Terminal. Heron's Flight is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
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