We really enjoyed our stay. Check in was seamless, contact was quick with any issues and these added to our great stay. The house is funky, we loved the art, light and the way it was styled. Bonus of a coffee Machine, games and super-fast WIFI.
We were a group of friends and we had our toddler with us. We loved being able to take the sleepout which is close enough to the house for the baby monitor. So, we could enjoy ourselves inside without disturbing him. We did struggle a bit with the light in the sleepout room with the sheer curtains over the door so I would recommend taking black outs if you are travelling with a child. Wouldn’t be an issue if you took an inside room.

We did struggle a bit with the heat, we knew the house did not have aircon or fans but hadn’t realised that Waiheke was home to lots of mosquitos! So as soon as you shut the doors it was rather warm. Fortunately, the house had one fan which we nabbed for the sleepout to keep our son cool and plug in repellents were provided.
My only concern with the property which I believe is worth mentioning but has not affected our 5 star rating is the shower/bath. The way it is designed is set right back – boxed in so there is a considerable width step to get up into the bath/shower. I feel the need to mention this as although we are in our 30s and fit and able on many occasions one of us felt like it would be very easy to hurt ourselves. Kurt has provided a sturdy step to help with getting in and out but personally I would be concerned if we were to return with say my parents in their 60s on how they would safety manage getting in and out. I have suggested that a handle on the wall would provide adequate support to get in and out.
The location was fantastic, a short drive to the main street, the beach and playgrounds. Great views, a lovely sunset on our final night. Awesome outdoor area front and back of house. Lots of space to easily accommodate the 5 adults we had.