13 Boathouse Bay Lane, Snells Beach, 0920 Auckland, New Zealand
#11 of 659 Holiday rentals in Auckland
Guests' ChoiceBased on 46 hotel reviews
9.7Cleanliness
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
Pike
New ZealandIt was a fun , happy property, that had everything we needed.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 1 July 2025
Janine
New ZealandWe lived everything
They have thought of everything all the little extras that make the stay perfect
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 22 June 2025
Sarah
New ZealandWonderful location, beautiful modern house with everything I needed
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 25 May 2025
Megan
New ZealandClose to lovely beach, very quiet and clean. Comfy beds, warm, excellent shower.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 30 March 2025
Linda
New ZealandVery comfortable feels like home
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 21 February 2025
Jan
New ZealandThe 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
Linda
AustraliaNothing
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
Clare
United KingdomEverything was super wonderful. So close to a glorious beach and easy drive to many beautiful places.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 10 June 2024
Caroline
SingaporeWeather 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
Grace
CanadaThe 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
Ron
New ZealandNothing not to like
Everything was in the accommodation and then more
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Bruce
New ZealandThe 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
Deborah
United KingdomI 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
Tarchia
New ZealandIt 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
Lynda
New ZealandBedroom was a little light at night
Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 8 March 2024
Paul
United KingdomCan’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
W
New ZealandQuite 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
Ann
United KingdomThe Wi-Fi was not completely reliable
Brilliantly clean and spacious
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 20 February 2024
Tonia
New ZealandNil
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
Dimec
New ZealandWasn’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
Shelley
New ZealandAmazing 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
Nicole
New ZealandBeautiful property in an awesome location, steps to the beach
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 14 January 2024
Karolina
New ZealandFantastic, 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
Christy
New ZealandThe 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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