Vacation rentals with a fire pit in Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana

We had a wonderful few nights on the edge of the beautiful Redwood forest. The house felt very homely and we loved having the cats hop up for a cuddle on the sofa at night. The kitchen was very functional for meals. Thank you for sharing your home :-)

Rebecca has a beautiful place to host our group. We really enjoyed the pool, spa and the outdoor area for the kids. The house has lots of space to offer, it felt like home. We loved stay there, especially when the weather isn’t great, we still have plenty to do around the house. Thank you for hosting us.

Krystis place was a treat it had literally everything you could think of for the kids from toys to food for the farm Animals we enjoyed our stay very much with only a short trip to town for necessities, highly recommend

What a spot!! absolute beachfront, high up on the hill overlooking the beach. We booked for our wedding night, but hosts were flexible with an early check in so the bridal party could get ready. Don't book if you don't like listening to the roar of the ocean when it's windy, but if you find it soothing like us, then it's perfect! Nice stairs down to the sand, perfect for a walk, and a nice deck area. The undercover area with fire is so nice for that bad weather but wanting a cosy spot to relax. I have zero complaints, place was spotless, nicely laid out and great parking. We are local to the Pukehina area, but if we ever need to book somewhere there again, this will be first on this list! Thank you Merilyn for your amazing communication and flexibility. We really appreciate it and your cosy place.

Nikki’s place is such a hidden gem in Raglan. With lookout to the bay view and surrounded by bushes and trees. Waking up in the sunshine and birds singing are a nice recharging moment. Nikki is vey friendly, loved the recommended local favourites spots. Will definitely book again when back in Raglan!

Great place to stay, central in Mangawhai Heads, walking distance from town shops. Happy to book here again.

Nicola went above and beyond for me and my friends for my 40th birthday. The house has so much character and so much to do. The tennis court and swimming pool were an added bonus on top of everything else. The house had everything we needed. Great place for everyone to enjoy.

A taste of Tuscany in Newstead is all we can say!! Great indoor outdoor flow with all the amenities to keep people active and engaged. The tennis court provided entertainment and controversy while the spa and pool provided relaxation and ambiance. The complementary bubbles received on arrival was well needed after a long trip with a talkative passenger. Great entertainment facilities and loved the touch of country surroundings, would stay again.

The perfect base for a few days exploring the Āwhitu Penninsula. Spotlessly clean and great communication. The view is spectacular- next time I want to try the spa!

We absolutely loved staying at Vanessa’s place. We spent the last nights of our NZ trip there and were able to host my family for dinner. This is such a beautiful space and would definitely stay again next time we are in Auckland.

Fabulous host - clean apartment and very well stocked

Peter’s AirBNB is gorgeous and well stocked. He was friendly, responsive, and on premise much of our stay (which is a private section of his home), but also great about giving us privacy. We especially enjoyed the pool and charming garden spaces - as well as the breakfast food and tea/coffee provided. A few notes that weren’t fully clear to me before arriving: >Washer is on site but generally not for guest use (though we got the OK to do a couple loads when we asked) > There is no living room or indoor common area of the Airbnb space. > There are gorgeous outdoor spaces with shade covering to enjoy for meals at home - but only bedroom/hallway space available indoors for “hang out space” > The Rotary walk area is easily accessible from this space - and the views are even better than the pictures :)

Thank you for great stay! Ali's place is cozy and peaceful, and there is much more to it than what is listed on AirBnB. Ali is a friendly and responsive host, and was very helpful in providing recommendations for local coffee shops and cafes when I asked about it. Furthermore, Ali was very generous in allowing early check-in and late check-out based on what I needed. There are beautiful beaches nearby to visit, with some cafes and restaurants overlooking the ocean. Definitely consider booking Ali's place when you are looking for peaceful stay in East Auckland.

Our stay at Tui & Nikau was beautiful. The place is so serene, private, and peaceful, and the accommodation had everything we needed and more. The hosts were super helpful and made the whole experience seamless. Highly recommend!

Great place to stay! Great area to explore and very nice to have a spacious place to come back to. Plenty of good amenities like laundry and espresso machine (2 most important things for us!). Very walkable to beach, local restaurants, hikes, other touristy stuff. Highly recommend!

We absolutely loved staying at Wayne and Jihee's place! The 30-minute drive from the city was a breeze, and the serene surroundings were the perfect retreat. Wayne went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, from meeting us in person to keeping in touch via text to ensure everything was smooth sailing. His responsiveness was impressive! He even accommodated our dietary preferences for breakfast, whipping up something light and delicious just for us. The bed was ridiculously comfy, and the cleanliness of the house was top-notch. We'd highly recommend staying here – thanks, Wayne and Jihee, for making our stay so special! 🙂🙂🙂🙂

Enjoyed a night away with my wife in this awesome cabin . Clean and tidy . Outdoor bath was perfect . Private space with lots of little add ons like muesli for breakfast , brownie and even bath salts . Corrie was helpful and responsive. Would 100% recommend choosing this spot for a getaway from all the hustle and bustle !

Whhhhhat a place! The fire pit, the tub outside, the sunset over the hills, the comfortable bed and stunning bathroom with waterfall shower! Incredible place, saving for the future!

Lovely cabin with a lot of character and delighted we booked this place to explore the Rotorua area. Its about a 20 min drive to the centre but also lots to do around the cabin area also. Really enjoyed Okere Falls walk and the Okere Falls Store for coffee. Will return again if in the area.

Thank you Linda for a beautiful stay, the space was perfect! Linda was friendly, helpful & a great host, allowing us to arrive early on short notice & kindly offering a few extra hours on our last day. We enjoyed the stay very much w the serene private backyard & outdoor bath. Great access to the township & local pub just a stroll out the backgate! Highly recommend!

The setting for this cabin is amazing - in a paddock on a working farm, overlooking the estuary and the changing tide. A great place to watch the sunset - especially being 5 mins from Raglan. The cabin itself has everything you need with a comfy bed, gas oven, kitchenette, and tidy bathroom. The deck is great place to sit and admire the view. Bonus to be able to bring our dog and enjoy a paddle in the kayaks provided.

The most peaceful beautiful stay for our anniversary. What made it even special was it being dog friendly!! Our pup just LOVED swimming in the creek and hiking to the waterfall (swimming there too haha). We all had the best time and are already planning our return. Thank you to our host for being so friendly and great communication

I had a very good stay at Mandy& Benjamin's. The cabin was beautiful, very clean, and quiet. I didn't try the outdoor bathtub and shower because of the bad weather, but otherwise, everything was perfect. I recommend it.

Absolutely stunning! Would love to stay again. Leah and Jan were very prompt at replying and very flexible with our arrival as we chopped and changed our plans last minute. Google maps takes you right to the driveway and we had no problems driving up the gravel hill in a Hyundai i30. This place is GORGEOUS. The view from the cottage and the BBQ area is amazing. We had a full moon and sat out on the deck watching the moon, and listening to lots of kiwi’s nearby! During the day we sat and read our books in the sun. We also loved the bath and the pizza oven. They’ve thought of everything and pay a lot of attention to detail. I was impressed that not even the outdoor areas had any spider webs - so clean and tidy! The bed was very comfy and we had a wonderful sleep each night. Serene!