Family-friendly vacation rentals in North Shore

Savour Stunning Gulf Views at a Boutique Hideaway

++ Apartment style accommodation with its own private entrance, living spaces and outdoor area. ++ Elevated setting that commands interesting views of the Milford Marina and the Hauraki Gulf including Rangitoto island. ++ 5 min easy stroll to Milford Beach and shops or a 10 min walk over to Castor Bay beach. ++ Free parking. Both the main house and the apartment are located down a right-of-way driveway that provides secure off-street parking during your stay. ++ Unlimited Fibre 100 Broadband internet ++ Prime location with accessibility to beaches, shopping, restaurants, cafes, golf courses and local buses. Kitchen, Dining and Living Room ++ Spacious, well appointed open plan kitchen, dining and living space. ++ Fully equipped kitchen that is well set up for any guests wishing to enjoy the comforts of the apartment. The kitchen includes a large fridge/freezer, cooktop, oven, microwave, dishwasher, cutlery, plates, and essential cooking appliances and utensils. ++ The apartment also has its own private deck complete with sole use of a Weber Q BBQ. ++ Nespresso coffee machine for a fresh cup when the need requires. ++ Dining table with four dining chairs. ++ Samsung HD LED TV with Apple TV ++ The Apple TV provides complimentary access to TVNZ OnDemand (including live streams for 1, 2 and Duke), ThreeNow (including live streams for TV3, Bravo and Edge TV) Netflix, Lightbox, Amazon Prime and Redbull TV. Laundry and Bathroom ++ A newly appointed bathroom with shower, vanity and toilet. ++ The laundry includes a newly fitted front loading washer and condenser dryer for exclusive use by our guests. ++ For your convenience toiletries are provided along with a hairdryer. Bedrooms Both bedrooms are fitted with luxurious Queen size beds - gorgeous linen and towels are also provided. During your stay you will have access to the entire 2 bedroom self contained holiday accommodation. Guests have their own private entry to the apartment which is accessible via a coded front door lock. No keys are required. On arrival we look forward to welcoming you with a breakfast pack which includes locally made muesli / granola, organic milk, free range eggs, a loaf of bread and spreads. Guest are able to let themselves in as the apartment has coded entry. Access and contact details will be provided prior to arrival. A short easy stroll to either the beautiful Milford or Castor Bay beaches. Dining or shopping is also nearby at the Milford shopping precinct. Milford Shopping Centre has some of Auckland's top fashion shops, supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants. Self drive ++ Off-street car parking. Easy access to motorway on/off ramps. Quickest access to our place is via motorway exit 417: Tristram Ave. ++ 35 minute drive to/from Auckland Airport. ++ 15 minute drive to the Auckland CBD. ++ 7 minute drive to Takapuna entertainment and business centres. ++ 12 minute drive to the Albany business centres. Public transport options ++ Readily available taxi / Uber drivers in the area. ++ 50m walk to the nearest bus stop. ++ Bus #822 or #858 for Takapuna or the CBD. There are two streets of same name in the North Shore area. Please ensure that you confirm to your taxi driver or bus driver that you are requiring Castor Bay. We really want you to have a great experience. We look forward to hosting you in the near future.

Cute self-contained sleep out.

Self-contained with bedroom, bathroom and tea/coffee station. Opens onto a small patio in our super sunny garden. We live in the main house on the property but our guest house is at the rear of the property and is nice and private. We do have a small dog that is sometimes in the garden. He’s super friendly but can be kept away if needed. Great location, bus stop at the top of the road which takes you straight into CBD in 15min. Ferry is also located in Birkenhead which is about 5km away.

Private Guest Suite Amazing Bed and Private garden

Enjoy complete privacy in our self-contained guest suite with a private entrance. Relax in a luxurious queen-size Tempur bed, and unwind with high-speed Wi-Fi and Netflix. The kitchenette is equipped with a stove, microwave, mini fridge, and utensils, and we provide complimentary tea, coffee, and milk. Private garden, outdoor deck with water fountain, and laundry facilities available. Parking on a quiet street or drive inside, and easy access to local restaurants, parks, and Massey University.

Rothesay Bay Bliss - stone's throw from the beach

For your own piece of paradise in Rothesay Bay consider this new studio with separate bathroom. Private but part of the main dwelling occupied by the owners, it is at ground level with its own easy access carpark. Furnished with fridge, microwave, espresso machine, king size bed plus living space with a couch and large smart TV it is an ideal getaway. This sunny studio is fabulously located being only 3 minutes walk away from the beach which has access to all the coastal walkways.

Beachside Gem · Walk to Beaches

Self-contained dwelling has its own access and parking， super clean. Great location! Just 200m walk to Campbells Bay Beach, with Mairangi Bay Beach and Rothesay Bay Beach also within walking distance. Close to Campbells Bay School, Mairangi Bay School, Murrays Bay School, and the highly regarded Rangitoto College—perfect for family visits, business trips, renovation stays, weekend getaways, or short-term study travel for school-age families.Only 100m from the renowned El Greco restaurant.

Browns bay/Waiake with great sea views.

Near new property under our home, wicked sea views and lots of garden, 2 mins from the beach walking, to shops, bars and cafe's. Wheel chair accessible. There is a double bed and single swab for the floor if needed. plus, a double bed couch in the lounge. We have bassinet for small children Coffee and tea provided with full washing machine & kitchen. WiFi included. is fully catered for with everything you need. TV for your entertainment. Easy bus ride to Auckland City if you need too.

Small Studio Apartment (approx 40 sqmtrs)

1km from the beach/restaurants/ pharmacy/supermarket in Mairangi Bay (10 mins walk/2-3 mins drive).The guest area is below the main house & has its own entrance. The studio with HRV ventilation, heatpump and double glazing is ideal for solo travellers, couples with or without one small child. Please note that our downstairs studio has a low ceiling (1.98m high). Breakfast: Tea/Coffee (Nespresso Machine)/Cereal and milk included. Bed configuration: 1 double bed 1 king single bed

Cosy Cottage Farm Stay

Cosy Cottage 25km from Auckland's CBD. A rustic style former horse stable with all the modern comforts. Ready for your adventure approx. 30 mins from Airport. All lifestyles are welcome here. This is a lifestyle block, feel free to explore, and meet the animals. Situated on Waitakere Rd and handy to many locations. 8 mins drive to many amazing Restaurants, Craft brewery's, Winery's, Farmers Markets, Tree Adventures, Motor x tracks. 15 mins drive to the stunning Bethell's Beach.

Albany 2 bedroom courtyard retreat

Our 2 bedroom unit was built in 2014 to create more space for our family, they have since left home and after spending several holidays here in New Zealand and overseas in Airbnb accommodation we decided share our home too. Our place is a private semi self contained home away from home with your own entrance, where we are only a phone call away should you need anything. Plus we provide you with cereal, milk, bread and spreads to help you get started in the morning.

Beach side Private Studio Takapuna Auckland

This is a 35 sqm studio/ensuite with its own separate access. It's very close to the beach and Takapuna Village where there are more than sixty cafes and restaurants. You’ll love our place because of the outdoor space including the pool, the handy location and good access to public transport. It's a short stroll along the beach to the Takapuna Beach Cafe & Store for the best Brunch in Auckland. Our place is good for couples and solo adventurers.

URBAN CHIC

Spacious studio in Birkenhead Central. With luxurious, private en-suite bathroom. Air conditioning, Broadband, TV & DVD. No kitchen facilities except microwave, toaster, fridge & Nespresso machine. Walk to local restaurants and bars for the evening. Short bus trip to Central City. Ideal mid-week sanctuary for business folk based on the North Shore or happy to take the short bus trip to the City.

A nature retreat with city convenience

Fully furnished studio unit with a modern bathroom and kitchenette. The studio has a separate entry, and is attached to our family home (we're a kiwi family with 3 young children). Clean, spacious and light. Unlimited ultra fast fibre wifi internet. Our home is surrounded by native forest (kauri, manuka, totara, rimu). Native birds like tui, kereru, piwakawaka and ruru frequently visit.