Title: Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=346&destination=Auckland%2C+Auckland+Region%2C+New+Zealand&selected=97141174&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite ## Photo gallery for Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite ![Beach nearby - Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97150000/97141200/97141174/5432ad4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets - Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97150000/97141200/97141174/744cd0fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97150000/97141200/97141174/921335f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97150000/97141200/97141174/a970f37f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97150000/97141200/97141174/5e71588b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Mellons Bay Little SeaView Studio, nestled just a 5-min walk from the beach & Howick town, offers a warm welcome with ample sunshine and inviting spaces for social interaction. Enjoy sea views in our double room and share memorable moments in our lounge. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite Welcome to Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite, a private upstairs loft in Mellons Bay with a bright lounge, one bedroom with a king-size bed and a cozy skylight single room – ideal for a couple and one child or two friends. You’ll have your own lounge, bathroom and tea & snack corner with fridge, microwave, kettle and a small complimentary snack box (bread, tea, coffee and light bites). Just a short walk to Mellons Bay beach and Howick village Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite is a private upstairs loft family suite in Mellons Bay, set in a quiet, safe residential street just a short walk from Mellons Bay beach and Howick village. Guests enjoy the peaceful neighbourhood, sea breeze and birdsong in the morning, while still being close to cafés, shops, supermarkets and bus routes – it feels like a local hideaway rather than a busy city stay. The suite occupies the entire upper level of the house and has the feel of a small boutique apartment. You have your own lounge, a bedroom with a king-size bed, a cozy skylight single room and a private bathroom on the same level. The lounge is arranged as a comfortable living space with sofa, TV, reading lamp and a beautiful antique burr-walnut cabinet that gives the room a warm, characterful feel. Beside it is a small travel / work desk with New Zealand guidebooks and maps – a handy spot to plan road trips, study or catch up on emails. Next to the lounge is a compact tea & snack corner with fridge, microwave, kettle, basic tableware and a small complimentary snack box, ideal for simple breakfasts and light bites. This listing does not include a full kitchen. For stays of 5 nights or longer, guests who need to cook can message me before booking and we can discuss limited shared use of the downstairs family kitchen. Off-street parking is available on the property, and access to the suite is via the back garden and external stairs, so you can come and go with good privacy and enjoy a calm, comfortable base in Mellons Bay. Guest access Guests stay in the private upstairs loft family suite and have exclusive use of the entire upper level of the house. This includes: The lounge / living area The bedroom with king-size bed The skylight single room The private bathroom The tea & snack corner with fridge, microwave and kettle Access to the suite is via the back garden and external stairs, so you can come and go with good privacy. Off-street parking for one car is available on the property. The garden paths and driveway are shared with the host. All downstairs areas (including the main kitchen) are part of the host’s private living space and are not included in standard guest access; for longer stays we may agree limited shared kitchen use in advance (see “Other things to note”). ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the neighborhood Located near the beach, this apartment is in Mellons Bay, a neighborhood in Auckland. Mount Eden and Onehunga Bay Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Auckland Zoo and Rainbow's End. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Spark Arena or Eden Park. 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Airport (AKL) 36 min drive ### Restaurants - Charlie & Chu’s 19 min walk - The Apothecary 8 min walk - The Prospect of Howick 6 min walk - Windross House Restaurant 3 min drive - Basalt 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite? ### What time is check-out at Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite? ### Where is Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Steps to the Clouds · Cloud Loft Family Suite Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cindy Nov 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We liked how the property was within an easy walking distance to Howick Village and Howick Beach. Host Steve was super responsive, welcomed us when we arrived and prepared wine, fruits, cereal and milk for us. He also lets us use the washing machine and hang laundry. The independent studio is accessed through the main house so we had to carry all of our stuff through his house. Steve said we could use his main kitchen but we were ok with the kettle and utensils that he prepared for us, so we didn’t use his kitchen. Overall we enjoyed our stay and highly recommend him and his property for a short term stay! ##### Cindy Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Things to Do](?equalTargetTab=tab-5) - [Albion of Auckland](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Albion-Of-Auckland.h8076334.Hotel-Information) - [Auckland Northshore Motels & Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Auckland-Northshore-Motels-Holiday-Park.h4856809.Hotel-Information) - [Airport Manor Inn](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Airport-Manor-Inn.h5374839.Hotel-Information) - [Horizon by SkyCity](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Horizon-By-SkyCity.h96762015.Hotel-Information) - [Tetra Serviced Apartments By Castle](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Tetra-Serviced-Apartments-By-Nesuto.h2981182.Hotel-Information) - [The Bays bed and Breakfast](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-The-Bays-Bed-And-Breakfast.h96454551.Hotel-Information) - [Attic Backpackers](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Attic-Backpackers.h36862914.Hotel-Information) - [Marsden Suites Albany](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Leroy-Suites-Albany.h29319219.Hotel-Information) - [Simon's house](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Simons-House.h53138006.Hotel-Information) - [Sudima Auckland City](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Sudima-Hotel.h48484681.Hotel-Information) - [Grange Motel](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Grange-Motel.h5342603.Hotel-Information) - [Greenlane Manor Motel](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Greenlane-Manor-Motel.h8015423.Hotel-Information) - [Quadrant 2 Bdr with Seaview & Parking](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Quadrant-2-Bdr-With-Seaview-Parking.h26716476.Hotel-Information) - [Manha Hotel Auckland Airport](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Manha-Hotel.h93236944.Hotel-Information) - [Gamma Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Gamma-Hotel.h73114604.Hotel-Information) - [Ramada Suites by Wyndham Auckland Manukau Pacific Centre](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Ramada-Suites-By-Wyndham-Manukau.h37146603.Hotel-Information) - [Kohi Beach Bed & Breakfast](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Kohi-Beach-Bed-Breakfast.h9626680.Hotel-Information) - [Lylo Auckland](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Lylo-Auckland-Hostel.h82477714.Hotel-Information) - [Empire Apartments](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Empire-Apartments.h23898543.Hotel-Information) - [Auckland Airport Lodge](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Hotels-Auckland-Airport-Lodge.h3893994.Hotel-Information) - [Flights to Auckland](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Auckland Vacations](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland.d178233.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Car rentals near Auckland](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Auckland.d178233.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Auckland Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/Auckland-Vacation-Rentals.d178233.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) - [Things to do in Auckland](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Auckland.d178233.Travel-Guide-Activities)