Family cottage at Enclosure Bay - 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, beachfront. provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Parking available
Barbecue
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About this property
Family cottage at Enclosure Bay - 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, beachfront.
This 4 bedroom character filled holiday cottage that has been owned by the same family for 3 generations. Recently the house has gone through a complete make over. The inside was renovated, fully redecorated and all applicances replaced. However, the essence of the home has been retained. This remains, at its heart, a classic Kiwi bach.
As soon as you step through the front door all those childhood memories come flooding back. Here as kids we could spend all day on the beach and run home without having to worry about sand on our feet or being told off by the oldies for making a mess. Family dinners around the huge dining table and games of hide and seek on the lawn.
With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms the house can comfortably sleep 8 guests. The bed configuration has the Master bedroom with a California (split-able) King bed in a large room which opens onto the wrap around covered deck, with the view across the Bay. The second bedroom has a king bed and the third bedroom in the main house has a king single bed.
At the back door is the sleep out, which has a double and single in one room along with a connected en-suite with shower and toilet.
The compact kitchen was fully remodeled in 2024 and comes with Smeg oven and gas hob, stainless steel dishwasher, micro wave and full size fridge-freezer. There are plenty of bowls, platters and utensils - everything you may need to whip up the great meal.
There are also board games and books galore, along with free use of the kayaks under the house.
The flooring throughout the main house has also been fully replaced in 2024 with beautiful engineered timber, giving the house a clean and fresh feel.
There is a 40" TV with Sky and of course free Wifi as well as stacks of books, magazines and board games to keep you occupied.
There is also newly installed air conditioning/heat-pump unit to keep you cool during summer months and warm during winter times.
The wrap around deck has a large BBQ and outdoor furniture and at the front of the property a large flat lawn offers space to play and a good spot to park a boat. There is a further lawn to the rear, this has a purpose built area for a tent.
Drop Anchor is truly delightful, which will suit guests looking for that special and memorable holiday experience, they just don’t make houses like this anymore. If you are looking for a traditional kiwi beach holiday in an authentic and unspoiled location, look no further.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Freezer
Hob
Microwave
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the area
Oneroa, a neighbourhood in Waiheke Island, is home to this cottage. Waiheke Community Art Gallery and Whittaker’s Musical Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Goldie Vineyard and Cable Bay Vineyard. Catherine Mitchell Arts Centre and Ayrlies Garden are also worth visiting. Visit our Waiheke Island travel guide