I had a great time at Puhoi Peak Chalet - only 30-40mins from Auckland, you can get stuff from Orewa which is only 10mins away - you feel secluded and private yet handy to shops/restaurants etc.
Place is exactly whats shown on the photo- its a small wee chalet but has all you need to - kitchen with dishwasher and good size fridge, toilet with spacious shower, king size bed with high ceiling, small deck outside the bedroom that has small BBQ and outdoor table. Me and my 2 friends felt quite comfortable with the size of the place. We made most out of the outdoor pool and spa - had few floaties and many chairs.
Everythings prepared - cutleries, cookeries, toileteries with beach towel, towels etc as well as linens. All furnitures and whitewares are great qualities too.
Lovely hosts who were very friendly and helpful and definitely keep their lovely place well maintained! They also have 2 cutest cats who came by and said hello- super friendly cats we loved!!! I would love to come back again for a little getaway :)