Title: Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=28417499&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home Vacation home in Waiheke Island with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home ![Microwave, stovetop, dishwasher - Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28417500/28417499/34f5bd88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo - Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28417500/28417499/654d2040.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28417500/28417499/85fb24e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28417500/28417499/29fba182.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets - Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home (Waiheke Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28420000/28417500/28417499/aa055ace.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Karaka Sanctuary offers a tranquil retreat, where you can unwind by the wood fireplace or enjoy the sun-washed deck with outdoor furniture and Spa Pool. This modern home features ample space for 8 guests, including 3 large bedrooms in the house and a cozy sleep-out with its own living room, microwave, fridge and bathroom. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home Upon entering Karaka Sanctuary, you are immediately welcomed by a large open plan kitchen and living area. The designer kitchen is well-equipped and the lounge is spacious and very comfortably appointed, with a selection of puzzles and a wood fireplace for the cooler months. Large bi-fold doors lead from the living area onto the sun-washed deck, complete with outdoor furniture, Spa Pool and BBQ. Being a 4-bedroom property, there is ample space to accommodate 8 guests, with 3 large bedrooms in the house and a very cute and comfy sleep-out down a small garden path. There is one full bathroom in the main house and the sleep-out has its own small living room, microwave, fridge and a separate bedroom separate bathroom. The house is equipped with a Spa Pool, WIFI, Sky TV, Nespresso coffee machine (please bring your own pods) and quality furnishings. This lovely home is modern and beautifully built to take advantage of its surroundings, the house has a wonderful indoor/outdoor flow and has plenty of space for the whole family to enjoy. The property is suitable for a maximum of 8 guests. Please note that a 7-night minimum stay is required from the 20th Dec to the 10th January, a 3-night minimum stay for long weekends and 2-night minimum stay at all other times. Waiheke Unlimited offers a wide range of services for the duration of your visit, including private in-house Chefs, daily housekeeping, beach towel hire, transport, tours and experiences, massage, child minding, port-a-cot and/or high chair hire, etc. Advance bookings required. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Premium House, Multiple Beds, Hot Tub, Garden View | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36630000/36621600/36621571/e194b160.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Karaka Sanctuary Oneroa - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=36621571&PinnedHotelID=36621571&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Cottage | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74390000/74382000/74381913/dfac3020.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moana Cottage Surfdale - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=74381913&PinnedHotelID=74381913&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35700000/35699400/35699362/783cc461.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eight on Church Waiheke Accommodation Oneroa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking included 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=35699362&PinnedHotelID=35699362&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103980000/103977700/103977603/c5705b33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surfdale Sunspot: Spa Escape Waiheke Surfdale - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=103977603&PinnedHotelID=103977603&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100480000/100470400/100470353/5c475da8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely 2 bed bach with huge garden and deck, close to local beach, shops/cafes. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Karaka Bungalow Tranquility Plus SPA Pool House Auckland Karaka Bungalow Tranquility Plus SPA Pool House Karaka Bungalow Tranquility Plus SPA Pool Auckland Enjoy Large Outdoor spa Pool Nestled Corner Deck House Auckland Enjoy Large Outdoor spa Pool Nestled Corner Deck House Enjoy Large Outdoor spa Pool Nestled Corner Deck Auckland Karaka Bungalow Tranquility Plus SPA Pool Karaka Sanctuary Tranquility Plus SPA Pool Karaka Sanctuary Tranquil Family friendly Holiday Home Karaka Sanctuary Tranquility Plus SPA Pool Karaka Bungalow Tranquility Plus SPA Pool AP-2423-listing-38 ## About the area Oneroa, a neighborhood in Waiheke Island, is home to this vacation home. Waiheke Museum & Historic Village and Stony Batter Historic Reserve are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Goldie Vineyard and Cable Bay Vineyard. Whittaker’s Musical Museum and Ayrlies Garden are also worth visiting. [Visit our Waiheke Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Waiheke-Island.dx6347842) [View more Vacation homes in Auckland](https://www.expedia.ca/Auckland-Private-Vacation-Homes.d178233-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-36.78439%2C175.03384&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=J09Nx4lamMl534admK6CEhjohfk=) Waiheke Island, Auckland ### What's nearby - ![Palm Beach which includes general coastal views, kayaking or canoeing and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111650/40b7cc41-b762-45ea-a4a0-0176415464a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Palm Beach 16 min walk \- 1.4 km - ![Oneora Bay near the larger town on Waiheke Island - apparently this wasn't a lot of boats being parked - it gets really busy in the summer! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6294567/01575076-aa7d-4ad1-86ae-4a111636beda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oneroa Bay 19 min walk \- 1.7 km - ![Palm Beach view, Waiheke Island - New Zealand; Shutterstock ID 172737050; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111652/b5f29b81-2f60-4539-b5f2-13c4d938fc7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oneroa Beach 2 min drive \- 2.2 km - Enclosure Bay 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Little Oneroa Beach 2 min drive \- 1.5 km ### Getting around - Auckland Britomart Station 89 min drive - Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) 97 min drive ### Restaurants - Mudbrick Vineyard and Restaurant 7 min drive - The Oyster Inn 4 min drive - Double Shot 4 min drive - Casita Miro 10 min drive - Ki Maha 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home? ### What time is check-out at Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home? ### Where is Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Karaka Sanctuary with Spa Pool - Tranquil Family-Friendly Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### colleen k. Jan 5, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Oneroa Holiday Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Waiheke Unlimited's bach. Would definitely use them again. ##### colleen k. ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller May 14, 2023 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Extremely steep driveway with very little room down by house. House was damp. In need of maintenance I would not stay here again. Property needs attention, repairs and the dampness issue needs attending to. It was portrayed as a 5 star property, but it is a 3 star property but with a 5 star price tag. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Rochelle G. May 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bush Spa Getaway A lovely spot we had a wonderful stay. The spa was fantastic it was a beautiful sunny spot. Great being nestled in the bush. Kitchen facilities were awesome and bedrooms all made up beautifully. Only down points were - Outdoor furniture was all moldy and stained so couldn't sit on it, no table to eat at, it rained a lot of the time, would have been great to have an outdoor table under deck covering. Side of the house was all moldy and the 4th bedroom down the path had no lights to get there and the 4th bedroom little sleep out smelled a bit funky and damp, there was a dehumidifier out there which was going , but the bed out there was tiny and just didn't feel as nice as inside. No TV in the little sleepout lounge a jug and microwave but no glasses or anything out there to have a drink of water. Just thought a bit more care could have gone into the sleep out. Other than that we had a wonderful stay. ##### Rochelle G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JASON S. Mar 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Loved the open plan style & easy access to the deck & spa pool. Very relaxing on the deck while listening to & seeing the native birds flying around. ##### JASON S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clodagh F. May 6, 2019 #### Beautiful bach We had a lovely relaxing weekend in this Bach. Roomy and luxurious. The hot tub was the highlight. ##### Clodagh F. 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