On the shores of Snells Beach, step into this beachside apartment and unwind with unlimited Wi-Fi, a SMART HD TV, and complimentary tea. Relax in comfy outdoor chairs or take a stroll along the paved walkway meandering the beachside. With wide sliding glass bedroom doors opening onto a tiled patio and an upstairs lounge overlooking the picturesque seascape.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
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About this property
ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH
'ON THE BEACH' Apartment at Snells Beach is only a one hour easy travel from Auckland on the Northern motorway. This comfortable cosy apartment is situated on park-like grounds edging the white sandy beach with a seascape that changes as the tide flows in and out. RELAXATION abounds - SMART HD TV and FREE unlimited Wi-Fi INTERNET. A modern well planned and equipped kitchen with modern appliances for ease.
IMPORTANT NOTE - BOOKING FEES and OPTIONS AVAILABLE :- The nightly rate does not include the provision of linens and towels. BOOKING FEE - All online bookings incur a commission for service. GUEST OPTIONS:- Linens and towels are optional as guests may provide their own. Bed configuration - Extra long twin beds or configured as large king bed. ADVISE OWNER your preferred options and for the cost to supply linens etc. The accommodation is managed and will be arranged accordingly by owner.
Surcharge will apply for one night bookings - please arrange with owner
REFUSE and RECYCLING BINS for rubbish disposal.
CLEANING and USE - PLEASE NOTE: KIWI BACH tradition expects GUESTS to leave house cleaned as found on arrival. Guests must do the dishes and clean before leaving the apartment. Accommodation cost online did not include fee to have apartment cleaning service.
This apartment is fully self-contained and ONLY for the use of the renter.
A RESTFUL STAY ASSURED - This unique location has much to offer a traveller. SPECTACTULAR sunrises to wake up to. Open the sliding bedroom doors to a tiled patio & your absolute seaside lawn & gardens. Upstairs a comfortable lounge, dining & kitchen area, opens onto a nice balcony. Be entertained by wind-surfers, paddle boarders, swimmers and walkers who meander along the beachside footpath.
DAY OUTINGS - Numerous interesting places within 8 minutes drive. Warkworth Town Centre on the Mahurangi river, the Kauri Parry Park and Historic Limestone Cement work ruins. The Matakana Village Farmers Market on Saturdays. DRIVE 4km to Sandspit, ferry across to Kawau Island where Governor Sir George Grey's historic home is situated at Mansion House Bay. Opens for viewing fulfilling a day for picnic or enjoy a scenic woodland trail walk - highly recommended. SNORKEL in Marine Reserve at Leigh - Goat Island - Glass bottom boat tours available. Snells Beach/Mahurangi Village is an easy stroll for the local Bakery, Cafes, or Take-out meals. A Library, Pharmacy, Fuel Station, local Pub and tennis courts etc. in the Village.
ATTRACTIONS: Recreational close by: Golf course, Wine Trails, Horse riding. Sculptureum gardens and Galleries, Brick Bay Wines & Sculptures trail and Sheepworld all nearby. PICTURESQUE Regional Parks at Scandretts Bay and Tawharanui offer walking tracks. Scenic drives - beaches at Leigh, Omaha Peninsula and Goat Island, enjoyable day outings abound from this accommodation base on the waters edge at Snells Beach.
BEDROOM: Dressing table, drawers, bedside tables and wardrobe. OPTIONAL: Bed configuration - long twin singles OR together as large king bed.
BESPOKE BATHROOM: Tiled room, marble vanity bench overlays a washer. Custom made shower, heated towel rail, toilet, electrical power outlets and emergency torch.
CHECK-IN : 2pm and CHECK-OUT : 11am For early arrival and late check-out availability, contact owner who personally manages this holiday apartment and inspects after guests vacate the property.
OWNER welcomes questions, responds immediately, as your stay is important at this luxury unit with reasonable rates and is always beautifully maintained.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS: NOT suitable for small children - open stairs and upper balcony railing. NO pets or smoking.
SECURITY BOND: An additional deposit of $300 maybe charged if any damage or loss occurs to the accommodation, its contents, or caused by a member of his/her party. Also, if additional cleaning be required, this will be deducted from the Security Bond to reflect the costs involved.
INQUIRIES are welcomed by the owner who personally manages this unique property. A happy, comfortable stay is promised - please do not hesitate to contact owner.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Music library
Piano
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Unlimited smartphone data usage
Location highlights
In a village
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Optional golf privileges
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Wash dishes and put away
All used bed linens and towels that require laundry, please place in laundry bag provided for collection.
For a full Security Bond held online to be refundable after departure the guest must leave accommodation with no damage or loss and has cleaned, tidied and left it as they found on arrival.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No other persons are permitted to use or stay than the number booked. Exclusive use for three persons only, there are no exceptions to this rule.
Guests are required to leave the apartment cleaned and tidy as found on arrival. Property Access and Information advised when booking is confirmed.
GUESTS are RESPONSIBLE to CLEAN apartment.
NOTE: BOOKING FEES do NOT include a cleaning / service fee.
BOND charged if not left as found on arriving.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
This property does not allow children
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Snells Beach, this apartment is near theme parks and on the beach. Mansion House and Couldrey House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail and Heron's Flight. Sandspit Ferry Terminal and Blue Adventures are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Snells Beach travel guide
How much is parking at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH located?
Nestled on the beach, this Snells Beach apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Snells Beach and Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail. Algies Bay Beach is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.
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ON THE BEACH at SNELLS BEACH Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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We spent wonderful days at the accommodation. The "little house" is located right on the beach. It is equipped with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Communication with the hosts was excellent. We highly recommend a stay there. We would love to come back.
Great place to stay! Friendly and helpful host. Quiet location. Fabulous comfy bed. Everything we needed.
Nicole F.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janine
27 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great beach front holiday home! Everything we could need - it was comfortable & clean with stunning views. Very peaceful location. Great communication with the owner. Thank you - we will be back!
The bach was extremely comfortable, well appointed and spotlessly clean. The only issue was the list of instructions for turning on and off most appliances, water heating and water. Surely this could be done before guests arrive and after they leave. Too bad if we had needed a shower on arrival - the water would be cold!
We celebrated our 25th anniversary at this delightful property! Communication was fabulous with Shirley. This home was absolutely perfect with all the amenities needed and n the kitchen to prepare our picnic lunches for our trips north. This location provided us with many options for snorkeling at Goats Island, hiking at Whangerie Falls, beach walking at all of the beautiful coastline. We definitely rate this above a five and would return again and again.
It was so to say last minute to have a quick time away where we could just relax. This was the perfect place to do just that. Lovely calming environment and certainly felt we had a rest. Thanks Shirley, great instructions and easy to follow.
Very much as represented on VRBO site. Very clean and well organized. Clearly written instructions on how to use appliances etc. Wonderful morning views from the deck - gorgeous sunrises. Kitchen well stocked with all the utensils you might require. Two element stovetop a bit small but useable. Good TV and wireless internet.
Comfortable beds. Hosts friendly and accommodating. Would stay here again. We were here for four weeks and enjoyed it completely.
The unit was nicely positioned overlooking the beach. It was very clean, tidy and well equipped with comfortable seating and bed. We did not do any cooking, but noted the kitchen had everything required for those who want to do so. We really appreciated the Nespresso coffee machine and coffee plunger! Instructions for arrival and leaving were nice and clear. This is important as there were quite a few steps to go through. We stayed in mid-Winter and have already suggested upstairs heating for winter quests.
Excellent location, wonderful views, very comfortable accommodation
Carol Lancashie
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Colin
20 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect spot for a beach break, right on the beach, great views, quiet and cosy with everything you need. Short drive to the shopping area, and plenty to see and do in the local area, but we just wanted to relax and do nothing except walks on the beach and couldn't have asked for a better spot.