In the heart of Mission Bay, this quaint cottage offers a private retreat with a full kitchen, wraparound deck overlooking the garden, and unlimited wireless internet. With its own dedicated entrance and two parking spaces adjacent to the main house, guests can come and go as they please.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$380
NZ$380
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything
Perfectly situated in Mission Bay is this private self-enclosed cottage. This quaint little cottage sits adjacent to the main house and offers two parking space with its own dedicated entrance. The space offers a full kitchen with a two pot stove, dish washer, fridge, washing machine and 42 inch TV with Freeview. The lounge catches a considerable amount of sun and has sliding doors that open on both sides and pour out to a private, wraparound deck that overlooks our garden. There is a Heatpump offering heating and cooling all year around. The couch in the living is a double sleeper/foldout couch so we can accommodate an extra person if needed. There are sheets and towels along with shampoo or toiletries you may need. The bathroom has great water pressure with scorching hot water. All pots, pans and any kitchen utensils you could need are here, if you want to cook please go ahead. There are basic scullery items provided such as oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea, milk on arrival. If you want to shop, Super market and Eastridge shopping Centre is only a few minutes walk from here. If you prefers to dine out then everything you need is a short walk away in Mission Bay. There are great Cafes along side a huge variety of different restaurants offering global cuisines. Unlimited wireless internet is provided in this cottage. The public transport is fantastic here and it is a short walk to catch the bus which will take you in to the city.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$70.00 per stay); Linen (included);
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Up to 25 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Unlimited smartphone data usage
Location highlights
In the city centre
On the waterfront
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming 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)
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located on the waterfront, this cottage is in Orakei, a neighbourhood in Auckland. Auckland Zoo is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Queens Wharf and Auckland Ferry Terminal are worth checking out. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Spark Arena or Eden Park. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby. Visit our Auckland travel guide
Is Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything ?
As of 19 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything on 1 Apr 2026 start from NZ$380, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything located?
Located in Orakei, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of St. Helier's Bay Beach, Kohimarama Beach and Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World. Point To Point Walkway and Dove-Myer Robinson Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Auckland Orakei Station is 24 minutes by foot.
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Godden Cottage, your perfect getaway space in the heart of everything Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
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This property was perfect for our needs. Location was beautiful, host were available if we needed but respected our privacy. We had a great stay while waiting for our rental. The perfect property in a great location.
Lovely, boutique, one bedroom. Super convenient for the city and for shopping. The property description wasn’t totally accurate when we arrived but the owners were very responsive in making necessary updates.
Excellent little spot in Mission Bay! Sali and Brendon were friendly and accommodating. The unit is clean, private, and has everything you need (fridge, oven/hob, washing machine, etc.) Plus being able to have our dog stay with us is always a bonus. 😊
An ideal location for our short trip. A bit of a tight squeeze for 3 adults but doable for a short break. Slightly too open plan wrt bathroom to bedroom to living area.
That said it was very clean and the owner was extremely helpful, close at hand and generous.
I’d recommend this as a good base in a pleasant suburb away from Auckland central - being about 15 minutes away by taxi.
My wife and I wanted a place to stay for two weeks which was nearby Meadowbank Retirement Village where my mother is now staying. We wanted somewhere where we could come and go as we liked, and where we could have breakfast and other meals in if we liked. The cottage fitted all our requirements and there were some nice bonuses with a shopping centre nearby and an easy walk down to Mission Bay for meals including Azabu and the Belgium Beer Cafe. Hosts Sali and Brendon were very friendly and helpful and they even invited us to watch the NZ v Argentina Rugby game on Sunday morning 9th July 2023 with them!
Pros: great location, close to everything, 25 min walk to beach.
Cons: very small. The overall footprint of the cottage was smaller than an average hotel room. Fenced backyard was unusable as it was a small putting green with artificial grass. We travelled with 2 dogs so we had to walk them out into the street for their business. Not really suitable accommodation if you bring pets.
This is a perfect small self-contained "sleep-out" with everything you need for a comfortable stay. It adjoins the pool and garden area of the main house but has plenty of privacy. We loved the peaceful outlook from the main room and bedroom - a curtain of native trees including an impressive kahikatea, as well as kanuka, pohutukawa and ti kouka. It felt like a forest retreat in a super handy location for accessing the eastern bays of Auckland.
We stayed at Godden Cottage after flying into Auckland from Australia. It was the perfect little hideaway to rest and recuperate before heading off on the rest of our NZ adventure! We had everything we needed to spend the night in and we were super close to shops and Mission Bay.
Great hosts and Great area. Not really suitable for more than 3 people or it could a bit cramped. Awesome hosts and all the facilities for a quick getaway.
My mother-in-law and partner were very happy with their overnight stay at Godden Cottage and from my perspective communication and check in information were great, thanks so much!!