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Escape to The Retreat, a lovingly-restored family cottage on Waiheke Island's pristine Eastern end. Nestle into your private beach haven with 800m of unspoilt coast and unwind in the spa after exploring nearby wineries like Poderi Crisci or Man O' War.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 690 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Circular Bay Cottage with private beach

  • Situated at the beautiful, pristine Eastern end of Waiheke Island, on a private beach called Circular Bay sits a lovingly-restored family cottage. It is located 40 minutes drive from Matiatia ferry and Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant, 30 minutes drive from Kennedy Point Vehicular Ferry.

    Circular Bay is a world away from your everyday life, or even your everyday holiday. The property is a special retreat for those who enjoy absolute privacy, relaxation and great times.

    From the moment, you start to wind along the coast, you start to feel it. A retreat and a complete get away from anything urban and an entry into a luxurious coastal escape.

    Your private beach is 800m of unspoilt, pohutukawa-lined coast. It's perfect for a honeymoon, weekend break, romantic escape, or family holiday. Nestle into your cottage and leave the outside world behind.

    Wake up and run 20m down to your own private beach for a swim before you venture on an afternoon outing to nearby Poderi Crisci, Man O' War or Passage Rock wineries to sample some of the stunning produce Waiheke Island has to offer. Finishing off your perfect day with a relaxing spa.

    The house has WiFi access and large smart TV as well as a basket full of board and outdoor games for evening or wet weather entertainment.

    The Retreat accommodates 6 people comfortably. Only 1 room has a door.

    Note: A 4WD is recommended but not essential, high wheel base 2WD will also be okay to get out to the property – parts of the road are steep and unsealed.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private beach

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 969 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Waiheke Island, this cottage is on the beach. Dead Dog Bay and Waiheke Community Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Poderi Crisci and Awaroa Organic Winery. Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre and Whittaker’s Musical Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Waiheke Island travel guide
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Waiheke Island, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Te Makutu Bay
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    149 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rangihoua Estate
    30 min drive
  • Hot Shot Espresso
    31 min drive
  • Bisou
    34 min drive
  • Ki Maha
    27 min drive
  • Charlie Farley's
    26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Circular Bay Cottage with private beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Circular Bay Cottage with private beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Circular Bay Cottage with private beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Circular Bay Cottage with private beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Circular Bay Cottage with private beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Waiheke Island cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Te Makutu Bay and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Poderi Crisci. Onetangi Forest and Bird Reserve and Te Haahi-Goodwin Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Circular Bay Cottage with private beach Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadeem A.

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

Excellent private beach

Amazing location and property. Thinking of going again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

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

Perfect Honeymoon

This was probably the best choice that we could've made for our honeymoon. The property was clean and comfortable. great private beach and romantic location. Thank you for leaving the jacuzzi running
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mathew G.

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

A weekend of bliss

Amazing!, a fantastic special location with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli L.

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

Friends reunion

Great place to get away from the crowds. Beautiful view to the private beach and a cozy house for a staycation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Serenity

The location of this property was amazing. 2 days was certainly not long enough. Perfect setting to unwind and relax
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

A slice of heaven

The cottage at Circular Bay is a perfect place to find peace, joy, and tranquility on Waiheke Island. The biggest challenge was deciding weather to paddle board, sit in the hot tub, recline in a bean bag chair overlooking the bay, watch and listen to the multiple birds, walk the beach, or fall asleep in the shade. Perfect in every way. The property is so beautiful with all the amenities we could have needed for a great escape. Thank you so much to Mudbrick Properties for taking such good care of us. We loved every minute.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Circular Bay Cottage

We were so excited to stay at this property. The location is incredible. Unfortunately the cottage was a little underwhelming. For the price paid per night, our expectations were high. What we expected was a considered, highly thoughtful interior and guest experience. The interior was relatively clean but lacked finesse. The decor was minimal with zero styling. No room felt complete. The bathroom/laundry needs a revamp considering it is supposed to service 6 plus guests. Thankfully there were only 3 of us. For such a beautiful cottage, the garden is completely neglected. The only form of planting is a row of dead lavender which was littered with empty beer bottles and rubbish. Some scaffolding was left down the side of the house, which we could see looking out from our bedroom window. After coming directly from another property that was half the price of this cottage, utterly faultless and overwhelming beautiful (12/10), it was pretty disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views, perfect for a relaxing getaway. We thoroughly enjoyed our break.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Acushla O.

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

Gorgeous spot

Amazing location. Had a relaxing stay, this is a little piece of paradise on waiheke
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan S.

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

Amazing

Amazing property will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

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

Amazing spot

What a great place! Perfect for a quiet getaway. Everything you need is there. Just amazing, thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan V.

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

Secluded Beauty

This is a fantastic spot if you're after seclusion and privacy. The house is clean, warm, tastefully decorated and has everything you need, but still has the comfortable feeling of a beach house. The sunsets, views and outlook are spectacular. We had a great time and would definitely go back. The only thing to be aware of is that the two upstairs bedrooms are very close to each other and don't have doors (so lack privacy) and the ceiling on one of them is quite low (we banged our heads a couple of times). Otherwise, this is a magical spot and the perfect place to escape the world and unwind. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a once-in-a-lifetime rental. Large beach house with a private beach on the Pacific Ocean. Nicest place we have EVER stayed (outrageously expensive, fancy hotels included). Hosts were very communicatative, accomodating and responsive. Everything about the place, including the welcoming vibe of the host, is FIRST CLASS.I'll probably regret saying this, because it may make it so popular it will make it difficult for me to rent again, but if this pops up on your search, DON'T THINK TWICE--BOOK IT IMMEDIATELY!
View of house from the beach, ocean from the house and ocean from outside dining table.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

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

Magic location

Had a fantastic time and magic location. Comfy beds etc. Definitely pleased we bought a 4WD. There were SUPS that looked like they could be used by guests (not locked) - would have bought wetsuits if we had known. Highly recommend if you want to get away from it all!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette A.

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

Amazing Experience

This property is an amazing retreat in a beautiful location. Worked perfect for a family celebration weekend. We absolutely loved it! A piece of heaven.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L.

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

Fabulous

Amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

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

Weekend away

Beautiful secluded location, great house with everything we needed for a relaxing weekend getaway. Spa was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Al W.

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

Long weekend away

We needed a romantic getaway, we arrived here on a Friday and left on the Monday, and well we didn’t want the leave, the property is really nice with amazing views, and the winery just up the road was super convenient. Needless to say we will likely be coming back to this one
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenden R.

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

This is an amazing place to visit. Highly recommend.

Thanks for delivering a fantastic experience. Certainly looking forward to visiting again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

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

Beautiful secluded cottage

We had a lovely time at the cottage. It was very well equipped, very comfortable bed and the views were spectacular. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann-Marie A.

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

Amazing position

View and position of Bach outstanding but disappointed in some aspects of the Bach especially considering the nightly price tag. In our opinion the spa and grounds around the side ofthe Bach needs more maintenance. There were old beach toys and basketballs littered around the side of the Bach by the spa. With the spa we were unable to get the spa hot enough for night swims. This may have been our lack of spa knowledge but there were no spa instructions in the Bach. There were no curtains on front lounge windows which made it impossible to sit in the lounge in the afternoon or early evening as there was no shade from the sun or glare. There was no radio in the Bach and the clock on the wall didn’t work. Windows very hard to open and need cleaning. We did enjoy the tranquility of the property but in our opinion more maintenance and more attention to detail is needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mel O.

A wonderful, clean magical place

A wonderful, clean magical place. We arrived with our clear directions from Jackie/Hannah and were greeted with a lovely bottle of bubbles from Mudbrick Winery, beautiful clean spaces with all the amenities and a glorious view of a private beach from our accomodation. Comfortable beds, warm spa, clean linen and even a lollie jar to treat ourselves with. Can't wait to visit again - what a beautiful experience.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rua C.

A little piece of paradise.

A little piece of paradise. Hope to be able to come back some time soon. Thank you for all your wonderful help and communication.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

ANNA D.

Great location right on its own private beach.

Great location right on its own private beach.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Would have rated higher if there were more stars! Incredible property.

Would have rated higher if there were more stars! Incredible property. Breathtaking views and sunsets. One of our favourite things to do was sitting in the spa at night and watching the amazing sunsets. If you’re looking for remote isolation with all the creature comforts this is your spot. We are looking forward to booking again.