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Reviews of The Lighthouse - Boathouse Bay

13 Boathouse Bay Lane, Snells Beach, 0920 Auckland, New Zealand

#11 of 659 Holiday rentals in Auckland

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 46 hotel reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.9

  • Staff

    10.0

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    7.5

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  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    10
    Relaxed, quiet, home comforts, with lots at the doorstep to explore.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a fun , happy property, that had everything we needed.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We lived everything

    They have thought of everything all the little extras that make the stay perfect

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    10
    I loved my stay here! Lovely home, modern, very short walk to the beach, and everything I needed was there. Quick and ea
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful location, beautiful modern house with everything I needed

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2025

    9.0
    Great stay for a short break. Recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Close to lovely beach, very quiet and clean. Comfy beds, warm, excellent shower.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2025

    10
    We will be back. Again and again.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable feels like home

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2025

    10
    Excellent stay in a superb location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The internet came and went at times, freezing the TV. Not a big issue though given how well everything else worked.

    A light, spacious property with great outdoor seating and such a short easy walk to a lovely beach. It was a special thrill seeing so many godwits as well as the dotterels and oystercatchers. The house was extremely well equipped and easy to prepare meals at. We also had a marvellous lunch at Brick Bay, just up the road.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2025

    10
    We felt immediately relaxed and at home in this beautiful house and slept better than we do at home as it is so quiet wi
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The location was excellent - a very short walk to the beach and a great walking path. The house was beautifully appointed with everything we could possibly need during our stay.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    10
    Felt very lucky to be able to stay there.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was super wonderful. So close to a glorious beach and easy drive to many beautiful places.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    9.0
    We enjoyed our stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 10 nights

    Weather in May/June was quite cold and windy, and a little more heating in the living area would have been great (but then again we are tropical birds, not used to the cold).

    The Lighthouse was spruce and neat and well-equipped, part of an attractive new development called Boathouse Bay. The host, Robyn, was very pleasant to deal with. Beds were super comfy, and hot water was plentiful. Lots of beautiful walks and drives nearby.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Beautiful getaway in peaceful location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The tv was pretty small for how far it was from the couch, but that was nice in the sense it didn’t take over the room. Clean dishes were in the dishwasher but we didn’t realize until our last day. We made do but could have used the mugs!

    What a gorgeous property, so beautifully decorated. It had everything we could possibly need and lots of information about the surrounding area. The best part was the bed - so incredibly comfortable, with lovely linens.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Highly recommended and beautiful accommodation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing not to like

    Everything was in the accommodation and then more

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were a bit uncomfortable for us.

    The ambience. The condiments were appreciated. . The coffee machine was great.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional clean modern house.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I am sorry to say this because we loved the place. A minor thing but I think that the bedding in the master bedroom needs up grading. And a thicker topper would definitely lift the sleeping experience. I like at least one other person found the bed a bit hard.

    Lovely clean modern house in a quiet location very close to the beach. Very homely with every single thing you could want. Dish washer, washer, even an outdoor bath. Lovely people . Very friendly local people too. Was just what we needed after an hectic drive around NZ. Loved the windows! Opened fully so that you could sleep with the fresh air and the sounds of the birds. An absolute delight! Backs on to a natural forest . There are loads of birds in the bay . Looks just like the picture and is an almost new house.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    10
    I would definitely want to stay there again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a great place to stay, very neat and clean. It had a lovely homey/ cosy feeling. The facilities were great!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    9.0
    Highly recommended stay at Snells Beach, very close to beach, fabulous view.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedroom was a little light at night

    Very quiet and peaceful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    10
    A great coastal stop over.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t think of anything!

    This a new, modern and very well equipped 2 bedroom house. Great location -1 minute walk to beach. Exactly as advertised.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite hot in bedrooms so arcon would be good. EVERTHING else suberbpp

    Loved the 2 bedrooms with own showers and toilets. Beautuful Property. Very close to Matakana.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    9.0
    Would happily stay again as ideal for a group with two en-suite rooms
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Wi-Fi was not completely reliable

    Brilliantly clean and spacious

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    10
    Beachside bliss
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nil

    What a fabulous place for a stay, great location, well presented, and just lovely to spend time in this beautiful holiday home

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2024

    10
    Great Homely Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wasn’t a problem for us but the house was 3 story with the bedrooms on the 2nd and 3rd floor so keep that in mind if you struggle with stairs!

    Great house which is nicely furnished with everything you need for the duration of your stay, very homely feel! Beds were comfy and the 2 bedrooms were on separate floors with their own bathroom which was handy. The location is awesome and there is so much to do in the area from wineries, restaurants, and beaches with Matakana, Warkworth and Tauwharanui Peninsula a short drive away from the house. Goat Island is a little bit further away but totally worth the trip!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Would love to come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Amazing accommodation! Everything you needed was provided. Spacious and beautifully furnished with very comfortable beds and top quality linen. Absolutely loved this place and the host was super accommodating. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    10
    We had an amazing stay and can’t wait to visit again soon
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful property in an awesome location, steps to the beach

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    10
    Brilliant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic, homely feel, a very quiet community, close to a lovely beach and close to all the action in matakana, highly recommend!

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    9.0
    Beautiful place, with lots of stunning homely touches and design features. We will be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only criticism was that I wasn’t sent instructions on how to check-in. Robyn was very responsive when I messaged her. The gate we had to push to go through needed to be lifted as well. I don’t think we would have been able to get in but luckily the cleaner was still there and helped us :)

    We loved our stay it was a lovely place!

    Stayed in January 2024

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