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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A NZ architects holiday home

For a limited time only, Chris Tate is offering his iconic private retreat for others to enjoy. Shortlisted for the NZ HOME of the Year 2015 and featured in Elle Decor Italy magazine, this house is like no other. Chris wanted to capture the back-to-basics simplicity of a camping holiday when he designed his "Tent House" at Palm Beach on Auckland's Waiheke Island.
The dramatic interior has a minimalist edge. A sun-drenched deck and boardwalks lead to a spa pool and fire pit set amongst lush native bush. The house has striking landscape lighting to make this the ultimate couples escape. Centrally located, the Tent House is perfectly positioned for exploring vineyards and only five minutes from Palm Beach and the supermarket. There is a handy bus stop right outside. Staying here is an unforgettable experience, so reserve your booking while you still can.

One bedroom with Queen bed.
Bathroom has a shower and toilet and vanity.

Modern kitchen with full facilities including electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge, freezer.

In lounge, wireless internet access, couch and tv.

Dining room table with seating for 2.

Washing machine and dryer available. All linen and cleaning included.

North facing decks with bush views. outdoor furniture and wooden walkways to a secluded spa and an outdoor fire pit. The perfect setting, to relax and unwind!

Close-by Attractions:
15 min walk to little Palm Beach. A short drive into Oneroa Beach and village with a variety of shops, banks, the post office, gas station, cafes and restaurants. The village also includes various Art Centres, a Four Square superette, Fruit and Veg shops and 2 Liquor stores.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);

Property manager

richard116

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Deck or patio
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

A Nz Architects Home Waiheke
A NZ Architects Holiday Home Waiheke Island
A NZ Architects Holiday Home Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Palm Beach, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Palm Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Wild on Waiheke - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Matiatia Wharf Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Mudbrick Vineyard - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Onetangi Beach - 10 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Te Matuku Bay Oysters - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Mudbrick Vineyard & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stonyridge Vineyard - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Charlie Farley's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Batch Winery - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A NZ architects holiday home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A NZ architects holiday home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A NZ architects holiday home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A NZ architects holiday home located?

Located in Ostend, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Anzac Bay, Palm Beach, and Shelly Beach. Goldie Vineyard and Putaki Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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A NZ architects holiday home Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Quirky Getaway
We had seen this property on George Clarke's Small Spaces. Love the property, felt very special to walk down the path and into a home with music playing upon arrival (love the playlist btw) and underfloor heating. A romantic night with a glass of wine in the spa pool. However sadly our stay was tainted by minor things that you don't expect to find when paying for a premium property. No body wash, shampoo/conditioner, or hand wash in the bathroom and a $2 countdown hand wash in the kitchen, no matches to light the fire (wet Newspaper) and a very dirty mouldy shower! Its's just miserable quite frankly. Come on owner, pay your cleaner extra time or get a new one. I have photos. Yuk. It would also have been nice to have some outdoor furniture so we could sit on the magnificent deck and have a wine.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

SueAnne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a short stay
Lovely spot and very close to everything! Richard was terrific.

10/10 Excellent

William C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The tent house
It was a perfect getaway for the new year!

10/10 Excellent

Alice I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning house in a great location!
The house is gorgeous, and in a stunning surrounding. We loved being able to relax in the hot tub and sit around the fire pit at night, enjoying some wine purchased at the local vineyards! The amenities suited us fine for a couple of days to cook, and make tea/coffee. The location was perfect - a short drive to the local supermarket, and the wineries and sights are never too far on the island. Overall, we loved our stay in this unique house and will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Good central location on the island, was a neat place, very different than anywhere we’ve stayed before which is what I was after. Had everything we needed and was neat waking up in the trees.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

6/10 Okay

Sean G.

Looks cool but needs some love.
This house is great looking and it's a treat to see it sitting in the bush looking sleek and edgy but: 1. The pitch of the ceiling make it very difficult for 2 people to maneuver on the mezzanine bedroom level and onto the bed, you have to climb over one another or hunch over and sidle around the it. I'm only 178cm so anyone taller would not fit at all. 2. The bathroom is very hard to use, you can't stand over the toilet and getting in the shower takes some talent as opening the shower door blocks the entrance. There are also no towel rails or shelves anywhere. 3. The house's remoteness makes it great but there's nothing around you for supplies. Some milk at least in the fridge would be a nice touch and soap and shampoo for the bathroom as well would be great. 4. There are no towels for taking to the beach, The owner requests you don't take the house towels to the beach but who travels with beach towels? Supplying some would be very helpful instead of having to purchase them on the island. With the price of this place per night I expected a premium experience but even at cheap motels you would be looked after better. This place could be fantastic with some extra effort put into hosting.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

The house was exactly as it was shown on the booking and instructions were simply and easy to follow
The house was exactly as it was shown on the booking and instructions were simply and easy to follow. Would highly recomend this place for somebody looking for something a little different.
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4/10 Poor

Kim T.

Great location.
Great location. Very private despite being so close to neighbours. The design the property is beautiful. The cleanliness of the property however, was a disappointment. We were hoping for a relaxing couple of days away. However, the kitchen was dirty, hence we couldn't cook and relax at the property. The spa vents look like they've never been cleaned. For a relaxing trip, we spent as much time away from the property as we could. Overall a very disappointing stay for the price asked.
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8/10 Good

Jared T.

Great place to stay for the weekend.
Great place to stay for the weekend. It could use a couple of extra things. Citronella candles, insect repellent, bathroom hooks, and coffee plunger (thanks for providing pods for the nespresso).
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8/10 Good

Edmund T.

No doubt that this property looks amazing and is beautifully constructed.
No doubt that this property looks amazing and is beautifully constructed. It 's well located - far enough away from the crowds but close enough to cafes, the supermarket and the town centre. All the basic amenities (including towels and kitchen utensils and cutlery etc) were available. The water supply in the bathroom had a very strong smell (both the sink and the shower) and looked a bit brown, so this could be improved. Bring insect repellent as there are a lot of bugs at night.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

A unique property.
A unique property. Nice bush setting. Good location easy walk to beach, supermarket and bus stop close by.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Beautiful design no doubt, though it isn't the most practical for tall people.
Beautiful design no doubt, though it isn't the most practical for tall people. Nice for a brief holiday though the novelty of a tent house wears off after the 5th or 6th bruise on the head... The location was great, just around the corner from the morning markets, bus stop was right outside. Spa was lovely, nice and secluded in the bush. insect repellent was provided which we loved! When we arrived we noticed the stairs were a little sticky and there were many cobwebs in the really tall corners.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

A neat architectural house and the spot had close access by car to Ostend township and Palm beach.
A neat architectural house and the spot had close access by car to Ostend township and Palm beach. However the household water supply was not usable for drinking or showering (brown and had a very sulphuric smell and taste). This is not a case of the visitors not being used to tank water as we have a tank water supply on our own property. We informed Richard and purchased filtered water to get around the issue which was very inconvenient. Will be a good place to stay once this issue is resolved.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Beautiful bach.
Beautiful bach. Their was a little bit of maintenance needed on the spa and would be better if situated further from the road. Weren't a fan off the water (smelt) but the house itself is a piece of art.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous oasis right next to a bus stop.
Gorgeous oasis right next to a bus stop. The spa was fantastic.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Loved it.
Loved it. just what we needed.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Good location
Good location
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Beautiful property and the perfect retreat for a couple on a romantic trip to the island.
Beautiful property and the perfect retreat for a couple on a romantic trip to the island. Waking up to the view of native bush, soaking in the spa and sitting by the fire pit with a glass of vino are all highlights. Only drawback would be the house isn't overly friendly for us 6ft + folk. Stunning architecture comes with some compromises :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lovely house; compact but well appointed.
Lovely house; compact but well appointed. We love how it sits in its surrounds.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The property is very different and a very cool place to spend the weekend.
The property is very different and a very cool place to spend the weekend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great property and location!
Great property and location! Especially loved the fire place and the spa - was really good that everything we needed to get a good fire going was provided.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We had a great weekend staying here, highly recommend!
We had a great weekend staying here, highly recommend!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

A gem of a structure the spiral staircase was a challenge but worth it for the view from the comfy b
A gem of a structure the spiral staircase was a challenge but worth it for the view from the comfy bed felt like sleeping in the trees. We were attending wedding so spent little time a the BACH so did not use the hot tub!