This place wasn’t within walking distance to shops but was in a great spot for swimming, kayaking (you were allowed to use the kayaks and electric bikes) and snorkeling. There was another hidden gem of Waiheke close by … the Sacred Blessing Sanctuary .. a FABULOUS garden with the most wonderful Paul Dibble Sculptures which we wouldn’t have known about unless we had met two wonderful women who worked there. I would stay here again because of the property managers and the proximity to the water