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Magical West Coast Retreat

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Property grounds
Fireplace, books, stereo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bethells Beach, Auckland
  • Place, Bethells Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Tower
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Auckland Ferry Terminal
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bethells Beach

Located within a leisurely stroll of Bethells Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Waitakere Golf Club. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Bethells Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Eden Park - 33 min drive - 23.8 miles
  • Sky Tower - 36 min drive - 25.6 miles
  • Princes Wharf - 38 min drive - 26.2 miles
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 38 min drive - 26.0 miles

Getting around

  • Waitakere Station - 17 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Muriwai Top Shop - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Piha Rsa - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Toi Toi - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Little Murray - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Bethell’s Cafe - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Magical West Coast Retreat

A truly magical setting in the heart of Bethells Beach township just a stones throw from the surf club on the edge of the Waitakere Ranges.

Stroll from the surf club along the beach and take in the wonder of the wild west coast, the scenery is spectacular!
Your accomodation provides the gateway to any number of incredible bush and beach walks or simply stay home and soak up the ambience of your bach with its landscaped garden and native flora.

If you've got kids then they're going to love boogie boarding down the awesome sand dunes on the edge of Lake Wainamu, there is plenty of safe swimming there too. For the more adventurous take a walk around the lake then cool off in the waterfalls.

There's also rock fishing and the well known O' Neils surf beach within walking distance and a 10 minute drive will take you to the Waitakere golf club with its amazing bush backdrop.

Through the winter, take one of the many local walks and return home to hot chocolate and a warm fire. Or alternatively, head to Henderson (20 mins drive) where you will find wave pools, movies, shopping, Crystal Mountain (theme park for kids) and other activities.

During the summer months sample some renowned West Coast food and drink at the Bethells Cafe.
Special conditions:
Please note that cellphone coverage is not great at Bethells.
We do not have a television but plenty of board games:)


The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, an electric kettle, and a phone.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Bethells Beach within a short 7-minute walk of Bethells Beach. You'll also find Muriwai Beach and Piha Beach nearby.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Magical West Coast Retreat?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen along with a garden.

Does Magical West Coast Retreat have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL), which is about 20 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Magical West Coast Retreat?

Yes, every accommodation at Magical West Coast Retreat comes with a deck.

Magical West Coast Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 140 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne (Jo) R., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely time. Bach was perfect. Well set up and clean. Lyn was a great host. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really nice spot. Short walk to beach and sand dunes. Comfortable beds and well equipped. Live music at cafe down by the beach. Had a really good break here
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul & Melissa K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great wee Bach with everything we needed.Very comfy beds, clean and lovely and warm with fireplace and heatpump.Well equipped kitchen and great communication and instructions.Great location - Bethells is stunning with beautiful beach and lake walks . We alsoEnjoyed the coffee caravan and the Farmers Shop (Sat 10-4) for lovely fresh produce and arts and crafts . Thank you Lyn
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rae Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay with our adult children

Lyn's place was spacious and clean. We stayed with our adult kids over the Christmas holidays. Having the sleepout was nice to allow us to spread out a bit. There was a power outage in the community and Lyn was so helpful. She arranged to have someone drop off a generator so that we could have power. Very happy with our stay :)
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Te Henge is a lifelong favourite beach of childhood so to be able to come back and stay onnits doorstep was a treat. The bach is prlerfect, homly, comfortable and a perfect location. A wonderful brief stay, if only we could stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo-Ann V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful holiday house

Great location and house. Enough space to relax and eat inside and out. Loved the bbq. . Photos are accurate and host is responsive and lovely to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Beach Getaway

Great location, quiet comfortable place with great spaces to relax in and around it. The host is an excellent communicator. Distance to beach, lake, and other areas is fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bethells Beach Retreat

I enjoyed our stay at Bethells Beach immensely and thoroughly recommend this property. It was spotlessly clean, close to beach and walks, and the amenities exceeded our expectations. The agent was super easy to deal with too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Elize F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful beach bach

We loved this beautiful and peaceful spot on the west coast. So relaxing with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great accomodation

Home away from home. Great place with everything you need. Very nice place to stay. Thank you Lyn
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Steve D.

Bells beach

Great beach batch for the family at a stunning beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ria W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Our second visit here. Comfy house with everything you need, lovely garden and outdoor space, and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cong Son P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful place stay

Littler hard only one toilet for six person
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Scott B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Decent basic stay

Decent place to stay, but when we arrived there was cat urine on the couch, cat hair all over the lounge, and a stench that was almost impossible to air out of the house. The manager was shocked (seems a previous guest brought a cat) but disappointingly didn't offer any compensation for our bother and discomfort. Nice location, but there are probably better places to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Salah P., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness

Retreat to Relax Reset and Refocus

We needed a weekend away from the busy loud streets of Auckland, we picked here, it was perfect. Heaps of great conversations happening and planning as well as sleeping and eating. COSY! Lyn’s instructions was so clear for check in and check! Thank you again Lyn for letting us stay for weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yulia T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

Amazing house with perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sanne & Wayne G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location at Bethells Beach

Great location to explore Bethells Beach. Comfortable house and exactly as described. Host very helpful :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

was clean, easy to access, cool beaches nearby
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful haven

The location of this Bach can’t be beaten. Easy walk to the beach. The Bach was well equipped. Loved the bathroom! Good communication w Lyn. No cellphone reception but the wifi worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Great spot in a dreamy location. House had everything you could need and Lyn was communicative throughout :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yulia T.

Liked: Cleanliness

excellent!

Amazing stay and an awesome bach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rowan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little getaway

Very clean place in a very great location. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly P.

Liked: Cleanliness

lovely winter getaway

We really enjoyed our stay in this bach, all the comforts of home and lots to keep 2 primary school kids entertained. Kitchen is well-equipped and lots of cool board games. Really appreciated all the information provided too. We would love to come and stay again for longer another time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021