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Reviews of LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR

LUXURY CLIFFTOP " RETREAT " in TINDALLS BAY, WHANGAPARAOA PENINSULAR
Whangaparaoa, Auckland

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 32 reviews" "
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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise L., Oconomowoc, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
This was our last stay in New Zealand and was by far the best, the most gorgeous home! We had everything we could need and then some. Sue and Ed were great hosts and we enjoyed our many conversations. The location was lovely, just what we needed to relax and unwind after a month of travel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2024
Hi guys. Glad you all got home ok. Missing you already. Hosting guests like you, makes hosting so worth it. Thank you fir the lovely review, would be lovely to keep in touch. Take care. Go the Green Bay Packers. X

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house with views
Lovely house, interestingly decorated and designed. Very comfortable beds and very well equipped. Owners live below. Keeping young children quiet for the owners sake was important. Little outside space but lovely swimming beaches within walking distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Great property with beautiful views and the cleanest VRBO we have visited. Well supplied with all necessary items and amenities. Sue was attentive to ensure that all our needs were met.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar 2024
Thank you, we are so pleased you loved our holiday home, visitors like yourselves from overseas, make the experience of hosting a real pleasure, I so hope the presidential elections to out OK for you guys in the USA. If you remember, could you send a fridge magnet, would be proud to display it. Stay safe, travel safe, hope we meet again. Thank you .

10/10 Excellent

Andreea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home with amazing view
The house is beautiful, comfortable, clean and the view is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov 2023
We always love it when our visitors are local, and Andreea and her family were amazing . Thank you for leaving it so clean and tidy., welcome back any time.

10/10 Excellent

Geremy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views, nice place
Really enjoyed staying, place is super clean, very comfortable, home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allister G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home
Beautifully appointed home, full of art and tastefully furnished. Great views across the bay and out to sea. Lovely hosts. Close to good restaurants and local walks as well as the huge Regional Shakespeare Park. We certainly recommend this as a place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review. Guests like Allister, his family & friends make the whole experience rewarding plus what makes hosting a holiday home special. Thoughtful, clean and tidy, and most of all, enjoyed everything that was on offer. Welcome back any time. Stay safe and well.

10/10 Excellent

jason m.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 star with out a doubt
We travel all over NZ and have stayed in some nice places , This must be one of the best by far .
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2023
When you have Jason and his lovely family stay at you place, it makes the whole process of hosting an absolute dream, our home was left immaculate, and for that my old bones thank you. Hope all goes well for you and welcome back anytime. Stay safe.

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location
We had a fantastic stay at Ed and Sue's it was the perfect spot to get over jet lag and relax before continuing our visit to NZ. Very well maintained and clean, stunning views and access to the beach. Ed and Sue were fantastic hosts very helpful and available to answer any questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2023
You guys were all amazing guests, so hope you will come back and visit again, and that you all enjoy your trip around NZ, stay safe and well, and thank you for keeping our holiday home clean and tidy.

10/10 Excellent

Silje Nornes B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
This was an amazing house four our family of 6 right outside Auckland before leaving NZ. I hope we get to chance to stay with you again. Thank you Ed and Sue.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana W., Peachtree City

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!!!!
We can not say enough great things about the hosts and the house! The pictures are accurate but even better in person! Super clean, comfortable beds, kitchen well appointed, and huge deck to grill and enjoy the beautiful NZ sunsets. Walk to the beach, or cafes in Manly Beach. If we are lucky enough to come back to this amazing country we will stay here! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edwina G., Teignmouth

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property, awesome location and super host
We have stayed at this property before, so that says it all. Its a wonderful location and the property is ideal for families like ours. The host is kind and friendly and leaves so many little touches to makes the guests stay perfect. If they will have us, we will be back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
You are the type of Visitors that make being a holiday host really enjoyable and rewarding... It was lovely to see you all again, and we will look forward to a return visit..Stay Safe & Stay Well

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Easter retreat
Close to beaches and Gulf Harbour. Great hosting and friendly. Great views from most rooms. Many thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hans Robert T., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent hosts. Nice location with fantastic vjiews.
Ed and Sue are very friendly and accommodating hosts. Their house is spacious and well furnished. The views from the deck and windows around are fantastic. There is ample parking. The immediate surroundings are quite hilly, needs some energy to walk to and from the nearby beach. Due to a delay checking out from the Covid isolation facilities the family could not occupy the rental property on March 07 as booked but one day later, on March 08. We have requested a one day refund from the rental cost which has so far not been remitted.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2021
As it states on our description we are Clifftop with steps access to the Beach..And most of Whangaparaoa is " Hilly " in parts as is most of NZ & various suburbs..Remittance for Delayed start to Vacation was done once we were furnished with the relevant e:mails from VRBO etc.. Which always takes time with them.. But hopefully all sorted now..

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway with friends
Well equipped, stunning views, friendly hosts. Couldn’t have wished for anything more.

10/10 Excellent

celeste g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, super well appointed. Perfect for families with small children.
Ed and Sue were lovely hosts. Had everything we needed and much more. Would be a great place for an extended stay. Easy walk to Manly Beach. Would have loved screens on the windows (the mosquitoes love me) but they don't seem to be commonplace in NZ.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abhay K.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was awsome
Property owner was very friendly

10/10 Excellent

KIRAN S.

Spacious, light filled home with beautiful views
We stayed over the New Years period 2018/2019. There were 6 adults, a preschooler and a baby and the house was big enough to accommodate all of us. All the necessary equipment needed to sleep, seat and feed the number of guests was present with each room decorated with creative flair. Loved all the home made knitted blankets, making the house feel friendly and welcoming. The master bedroom is great for families as had the main double bed, a little nook with a single for our preschooler and more than enough space for the portacot (which they provided). Only thing to note is the master bedroom is quite light still in summer so consider bringing blackout for the portocot if your little one struggles to sleep in lighter rooms. Alternatively situate portacot in the very big and darker walk in wardrobe which is also in the master bedroom. Ed and Sue live downstairs and are great hosts leaving you to enjoy your holiday but present if anything is required. Very enjoyable stay by all and our preschooler keeps asking to go back to the holiday house!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Immaculate house, great location, incredible views!
The house was spacious, quiet, and very clean. Pictures don't do it justice. Sue has done an amazing job decorating - we loved all the artwork and cozy throws! Sue and Eddie were the most gracious hosts during our stay. My family of four spent a week during the winter and found that the house could easily have accommodated more people. We used the kitchen primarily for coffee and breakfast, but along with the outdoor grill it was ready for all sorts of cooking adventures. The location was perfect; it was the highest point in the area for spectacular views, but still an easy walk down to two pristine beaches (Manly or Tindalls). We particularly enjoyed being able to walk for dinner and drinks at the Manly Bar & Grill. The ferry to Auckland (and Tiritiri Matangi Island) was just a short drive and much easier than trying to drive into the city, especially for someone from Boston used to driving on the right! There’s also a lovely park for day hikes a few km past the ferry – we honestly felt like we never needed to leave Whangaparaoa. Winter was great, BTW (nice weather, no crowds). Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Thank you for a lovely review. Also for the fridge magnets and the Bottle of Wine you left for us..We are so pleased you enjoyed yor stay here..If you are ever in NZ again we would love to see you all again...Travel safe and keep well..Thank you again..

10/10 Excellent

Roman B.

Awesome Holiday House
Great scenery from the balcony, comfortable and neat house, lots of towels and bathrobes, BBQ mashine, great owners and stunning beach on sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Robert F., Houston

A aliile bit of KIWI Heaven
The home was exactly as stated and shown in the descriptions. Everything was very nice, well maintained and of a high standard you would expect from a good hotel. Views of the bay and the beach were from almost every location in the home. Ed and Sue were there for consultation or clarification 24/7 making things easy for new visitors to New Zealand. Loved the towel warmers, heated floors in bathrooms and large picture windows in the Master bedroom and the lower living room. We never used the AC as the breezes were wonderful and we just kept the vents open day and night sleeping in comfort at night.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

The greatest mangers ever and the house was the best
The house was more beautiful than the pictures showed. The pictures were beautiful too. Ed and Sue were the Most gracious hosts. Very sweet nice people. Our gift basket from them was yummy. We are going to keep in touch. Beach was beautiful. Not even crowded. Easy access from the house. Wonderful wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Awesome stay with amazing views and Ed and Sue go out of their way to make your stay perfect!
The photos on the website do not do justice to what the house really looks like.. utterly perfect, so comfortable, clean and a home away from home. Sue has hand knitted throws which are available in every room, making our stay feel homely, comfortable and warm. The welcoming gifts and groceries were unexpected but so nice and touching. Ed and Sue went out of their way to make us comfortable and settled, I would highly recommend this beautiful place, set in a wonderful location, who is looking to come to this area in New Zealand.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
OMG. Guys. Thanks for the review. It was a great pleasure to have you stay here. Would be welcome back anytime. Spread the word. Would love more visitors from Canada if they are all like you guys.. Not forgetting Charlotte from Melbourne. Travel safe..And again many thanks.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan A.

Great Holiday Home
The house is well equipped and in excellent condition, in a wonderful location. Sue and Eddie were very welcoming, helpful and, on request, very attentive
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

joao x., Fortaleza, Ceará. Brazil

Fantastic
Everything was sensational, the house, the location, the comfort, the warmth of the hosts. Sensational. Could not be better. We have stayed in several houses in many countries, but this was undoubtedly the best.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Hello Joao. Thank you for the wonderful feedback. We loved having you and the family stay here . We hope you will come back and tell all your friends too. Keep safe and well.

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie S., Mesa, AZ

Beautiful home with an amazing view! Well-equipped for all our needs! Property manager was fabulous!
Home exceeded our expectations and was perfect for 3 adult couples! The home was clean & so well-equipped for all our needs. The property manager was so kind in preparing a yummy hospitality basket for us filled with lots of foods of New Zealand! The bathrooms had a basket as well with toiletries in case we forgot anything. We will definitely consider returning again! Thanks Sue!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Hello Sherrie. We loved having you all here, and cant wait for you to visit us again. Tell all your friends...Thanks for the great review. keep safe and well..

10/10 Excellent

Des J.

Beautiful home with a pleasant sea view - highly recommended
26a Tindalls Bay Rd is a beautiful house which will accommodate a family or a large group of friends. The house is nicely appointed with an attractive décor and a very pleasant sea view. We were warmly welcomed by the managing couple who gave an introductory tour of the house and remained available for advice on local attractions to compliment a manual which offered information on these and also on how to operate the appliances. The rooms were large, the beds comfortable and the house a short drive to shops and facilities. I would strongly recommend this property as a very pleasant place for a holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Claas S.

We had really great days at Ed‘s and Sue‘s house. For us it was simply perfect. Great hosts!
When one looks out for a place that can be both a perfect starting point for trips around northland and a lovely place close to a nice beach with great views - well, then that‘s THE place. The house is just 150 meters away from a lovely, calm beach. And the morning starts with a great view over the bay. It is exactly how the pictures discribe it - and even better! Ed and Sue are lovely hosts. We spent our Christmas in their house. And they were so kind to leave presents for us. Especially for Germans one of the highest signs of hospitality. We stood for six days and easily could have spent more time. The whole architecture and interior is very generous, with a lots of light and plenty of space for everyone. All in all: a lovely place for everyone who arrives from a world trip and needs a great place to experience NZ.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Hello Claas Thank you for your lovely review and we hope you enjoy the rest of your NZ trip. Safe travels. And hope toeet again. Auf Weidersen

10/10 Excellent

jacques l.

Innoubliables vacances
Des vacances de rêve dans une résidence de rêve . Merci Ed and Sue pour votre l'accueil . Une maison idéale en famille avec vue sur la mer à seulement 30 minutes d'Auckland . Tout est prévu pour passer un agréable séjour . Jacques et Nelly et toute la famille .
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2020
Hell Jacque & Nellie.. You were a lovely family and would welcome you back anytime. Hoep all the Children are well. Keep safe.