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The Lazy Sailor - slow living retreat

Holiday home in Great Barrier Island with kitchen and patio

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The Lazy Sailor - slow living retreat provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

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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.

The Lazy Sailor - slow living retreat

The Lazy Sailor is a slow-living retreat on Aotea, a Dark Sky Sanctuary, off-grid island. Enjoy the union of luxury with remote; beautiful linen, hot water and a cosy fire while listening to birdsong and the ocean lapping the shore. Magical ocean views from the deck, conquer spectacular walking tracks, dive into mermaid pools or soak in natural hot springs, just a short stroll to Okupu beach, easy living at the Lazy Sailor.

Staying at The Lazy Sailor can be a romantic getaway for two or a fun family escape for four. Two cosy rooms fitted with beautiful stonewashed 100% cotton sheets and quirky touches adding to its coastal cottage feel.

This stay is designed for off-grid island living at ease.

Our bedroom has a king bed with a large window overhead, looking onto rolling hills and a ranch slider opening to a deck with ocean views. Our second bedroom is a double bed, too boasting mountain views.

The equipped kitchen and breakfast bar allow for cooking and dining while capturing you with her magical bay view. Open plan to the a dining table, lounge and fireplace.

Flushing toilet and hot water? The Lazy Sailor has it all along with great pressure. Precious water supplied from our local creek (awa) makes for the a shower of dreams, all rather luxurious on an off-grid island.

The outdoor deck areas offer protection out back, a wonderful alfresco dining experience as well as a seated deck out front to take in the ocean views.

Wake up to tui singing in the trees and the calls of kaka flying overhead, all while immersing in the remote beauty of Aotea.

For those who crave off-grid living but enjoy the comforts of luxury, The Lazy Sailor is for you.

Our remote island is precious in so many ways and so are her resources;

The water is all sources from our local creek (awa) and makes for the most tasty drinking water you'll find around. It is very important that you are mindful with the usage of our precious water as many locals use the same creek to nourish their families.

The Lazy Sailor is completely solar charged and just like our water, our power is precious too. Useful tips we advise is only switching on lights when using that room or area and making sure everything is turned off when leaving. We advise staying away from any high power drawing appliances such as hairdryers and straighteners too. The Lazy Sailor is perfectly fit out for power but being mindful is important.

If you do have any water or power issues please reach out straight away and someone will be around to help you out.

Being on an island we recommend stocking up on supplies before heading over and don't skip travel insurance - weather can be unpredictable; flights and ferries may be cancelled. But staying a little while longer isn't always a bad thing.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Great Barrier Island is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glenfern Sanctuary and Blind Bay. Visit our Great Barrier Island travel guide
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Great Barrier Island / Aotea, Auckland

What's nearby

  • medlands beach great barrier island
    Medlands Beach
    17 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Blind Bay
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kaitoki Beach
    14 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Whangaparapara Harbour
    20 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Glenfern Sanctuary
    42 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • My Fat Puku
    9 min drive
  • Barrier Social Club
    21 min drive
  • Stonewall Store & Bottle Store
    21 min drive
  • Mulberry Grove General Store
    23 min drive
  • The Currach Irish Pub
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lazy Sailor - slow living retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lazy Sailor - slow living retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lazy Sailor - slow living retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lazy Sailor - slow living retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Lazy Sailor - slow living retreat located?

Situated in Great Barrier Island, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Blind Bay and within 6 miles (10 km) of Kaitoki Beach and Awana Bay. Medlands Beach is 7 mi (11.2 km) away.

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The Lazy Sailor - slow living retreat Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ashleigh was a brilliant host. Each communication she had with us was quick, thoughtful, warm and spot on for what we needed. She is one of the best hosts we have encountered. The house has superb views of the bay and was well position to safely ride out a major storm event we got caught up in. We knew we were safe from any risk of flooding or slips.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026