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Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three

Apartment in Waitakaruru with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
TV
Interior
Heron's Rest sits right by the sea, offering a quiet getaway with a garden that attracts local wildlife. Guests enjoy free breakfast each morning and can take advantage of in-room WiFi when they're not out exploring the coast by kayak.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3646 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

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

Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three

Heron's Rest, our fully self-contained ground level flat is quiet and well located with expansive views and lots of birdsong. Miranda, the Shorebird Centre and the Hauraki Rail Trail are almost at the door as is all the natural beauty of the Seabird Coast. All amenities are 20/25 minutes drive to Ngatea/Thames with Auckland/ Hamilton being just under an hour's drive. The flat has a big kitchen dining area, queen-sized bedroom plus a single bed in the living room. We live upstairs. Smoking is not allowed inside or outside. No loud parties. We have a spray-free garden and encourage biodiversity.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 646 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Located in Waitakaruru, this apartment is in a rural area and by the sea. Goldmine Experience and Burke Street Wharf are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Miranda Hot Springs and Miranda Shorebird Centre. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Miranda Hot Springs - 10 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Ngatea Water Gardens - 12 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Miranda Shorebird Centre - 14 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Thames Hospital - 28 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Bruce Pulman Park - 57 min drive - 45.6 miles

Getting around

  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Corner Stone Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black Beagle Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Native Tree Company & Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe On 2 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Woodturners Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three ?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three on Oct 4, 2025 start from $87.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 12 mi (20 km) of Miranda Hot Springs, Ngatea Water Gardens, and Miranda Shorebird Centre. Hauraki Rail Trail Thames and Goldfields Shopping Centre are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Reviews

Peaceful Miranda area and less than an hour to Auckland Sleeps three Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda D.

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

Very comfortable stay

The property was in a great location for the event we had attended. Very clean, great amenities, everything you needed was supplied. Great communication from the booking process to our stay. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A., Portland, OR

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

Great stop

Nice big place in a beautiful location. Very nice hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

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

Great Location

Excellent location, close to Miranda Farm Gallery. Friendly helpful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Home away from home

Peaceful and farmland view. Everything we needed for breakfast, thankyou.Bookabach did not send my replies to Maarten and Jenny. They did not know if we were still coming or what time.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy s.

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

Loved this place

Very friendly and helpful owners. Comfortable clean and warm accommodation. Loved the bright flowers and the salad greens! A great spot, will definitely be back when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cara B.

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

Home away from home

A perfect spot for a wind down after a long flight and just an hour or so drive from the airport. Jenny and Maarten added those extra touches ( fresh flowers, herbs and veggies from their garden) that made us feel extra welcomed. What a great beginning to our vacation in this beautiful country.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather F.

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

One night stay

Great stop over on the way to Auckland airport. The accommodation was very good. Great to have milk, bread, tea etc. provided. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matarora S.

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

Hone and Away

This was a very safe space for me and m6 friends as we were working here in the area. Imitially it was for one day but then we all decided to start an extra day as we loved the surrounds, the easiness of the host interchange and the access to Highways beaches and Reserves
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matarora S.

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

My Stay at Peaceful Miranda

My two friends and myself absolutely loved the peace and quiet after coming from Auckland City. Our hosts were very helpful and friendly and the pad suited our needs as 3 females. We worked at an Event at Pukorokoro it was close and just right to come back after being outside all day
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dianne C.

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

Attention to Chillin Out.

Very Easy to Get to this Bach Stay. Warm & Cosy Charm. Jenny & Martin where Friendly & Helpful. To have Surrounding Countryside, was Perfect for Chilled reunion with a Dear Friend visiting from Melbourne. I'd Definitely Recommend, as its Close to Cafés, Highway to Towns. I Would love to Stay here in the Future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

Cozy and Green Accommodation

The living space is well-thought-out in terms of furniture and furnishings down to selection and variety. My family stayed for 3N4D and felt very comfortable and relaxing. The location is great for us to drive to Coromandel region within a short span of time to explore and enjoy the attractions, especially to the Cathedral Cove, Town Centre and the coastal and hilly areas. Will definitely return in future if opportunity arises.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil C.

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

One night stop over

Maarten and Jenny's B&B was the perfect location as a stopover for a last-minute getaway with my mum to Katikati. Having informed our hosts that we would be arriving late, they gave us clear instructions to get into the property. Just as well as it was bucketing down with a huge amount of wind. The space is surprisingly big with a single bed in the living room and a double in the back bedroom. Our hosts had kindly left us a breakfast of yoghurt, cereals, and toast and you are sure to be given whatever fruit or veg is in season along with wildflowers straight from the garden. Leaving early, Jenny and Maarten were the perfect hosts wanting to know where we were going and they had a genuine interest in my work and past times. This is a fantastic B & B beautifully situated to the local Bird centre, local walks, and the Hunua Ranges. Maarten and Jenny are absolute stars. Thank you for looking after us and taking us in!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

geoff c.

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

Waitakaruru

Jenny was a lovely host who contacted us by phone before our scheduled stay to share details of the b-n-b. Did we like the A2 milk which they sourced from a nearby farm? Did we have any special dietary requirements for the continental breakfast, and so on. Just generally we had a good chat so that it was a pleasure to meet her in person finally and to be greeted with bowls of fresh fruit from the property, and Jenny's sourdough bread when he say down to breakfast in the morning. We stayed overnight in this nicely outfitted b-n-b to attend a party about 6 km distant at the Pūkorokoro Miranda Shorebird Centre. We'd recommend this b-n-b and can we also recommend a visit to the shorebird centre. It has hides for viewing a wide range of shorebirds, and in particular does international work to preserve the feeding grounds along the shores of the Yalu River - part Chinese, part North Korean - for the godwits as they journey each year from New Zealand Aotearoa to Alaska to breed. I think Jenny sometimes does voluntary work down at the centre. I met Maarten the day of our departure, - a musician, and we had a good chat around that. Interesting that he works with sound, because perhaps the dominant feeling we took away from this lovely Waitakaruru property was how silent the night was. A quiet boon for suburban Aucklanders . . .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023