Take advantage of golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities at "Palm Haven' Swanson,
peaceful semi-rural lifestyle living.. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Wake to morning birdsong in a clean quiet cozy two-bedroom cottage on a lifestyle block nestled at the foothills of the Waitakere ranges
LOCATION ~Conveniently located for the airport (40 mins), to the city (car 30 mins, train or bus), west or north (SH 16) ~2 minutes drive to the local Swanson train station ~2 minutes shops with superette, hairdresser, liquor store butcher and takeaways (fish and chips, Indian, Kebabs) and local cafes Kumeu showgrounds 10 minutes away Bethells Beach 10 mins away Catch the train to Eden Park 10 mins Kumeu showgrounds Zoo 20 mins The perfect springboard for exploring the wonderful West Coast with its wineries, shopping centers, and natural wonders. Beautiful surf beaches, magnificent waterfalls, native bush, and stunning lakes are all within minutes of Palm Haven Cottage.
INSIDE ~Fully self-contained ~Quality furnishings and linen ~Disable friendly bathroom and access ~Newly refurbished throughout 2024 ~ Open-plan living area ~Bedrooms are adjoining ~Electric blankets on all beds
PROVIDED ~tea bags, coffee, sugar, milk ~salt and pepper ~homemade jam ~other bits and pieces
OUTSIDE ~Surrounded by a gorgeous garden, rural outlook ~ Tranquil location well away from noisy traffic and with a large parking area - trailers and boats welcome ~Covered fenced-off deck for outdoor relaxing and dining during summer
LOCATION ~Conveniently located to Auckland international airport 33 km(30 minutes by car off-peak) ~ Auckland City (30 minutes by car off-peak) ~ west or north (SH 16) 15 minutes away ~2 minutes drive to the local Swanson train station ~2 minutes to local shops ~Black sand beach with glow worm caves and waterfall 15 minutes ~Located at the foothills of the Waitakere ranges tramping tracks ~Ten minutes to Waitakere Hospital ~Ten minutes to Kumeu and winery's
Check-in after 2 pm; Check - out 10 am unless by prior arrangement Special conditions: It has a large fully fully-fenced deck No parties or group gatherings No camping No pets Smoking is allowed outside only, please don't throw butts on the ground. Remove shoes before going inside as we have chickens that are free-range and you may stand in a poop Check-in after 2 pm and before 8 pm or after 8 pm by prior arrangement. Check out at 10 am unless by prior arrangement
Extras: Cleaning for one to seven-night stays (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay); Longer stays POA. Linen (included) NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Leave the house clean and tidy and do the dishes before you leave
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fully-fenced
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
4 accessible parking spaces
No elevator
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Thin carpet in public areas
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Long stays will incure an extra cleaning fee.POA
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Things to do
Golf
Optional golf privileges
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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
Rules
Shoes to be removed before going inside. No eating or drinking in the bedrooms.
Children over 3 years $50 each night stayed.
Porta cot and highchair
We don't want a constant flow of visitors the occasional one or two is fine unless you have arranged before booking.
We can be flexible on check-in/ out times please arrange prior to booking.
Smoking allowed outside no butts on the ground please use ashtrays on deck.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children 3 -17 years $50 a night.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Long stays will incure an extra cleaning fee.POA
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the area
Located in Waitakere, a neighborhood in Auckland, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Sky Tower is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Princes Wharf and Queen Street Shopping District. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Eden Park or Spark Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours. Visit our Auckland travel guide
Is "Palm Haven' Swanson,
peaceful semi-rural lifestyle living. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at "Palm Haven' Swanson,
peaceful semi-rural lifestyle living.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at "Palm Haven' Swanson,
peaceful semi-rural lifestyle living.?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is "Palm Haven' Swanson,
peaceful semi-rural lifestyle living. located?
Located in Waitakere, this cottage is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Crystal Mountain and within 6 mi (10 km) of Waitakere Hospital and Trusts Stadium. RNZAF Base Auckland and Waitemata Harbour are also within 9 mi (15 km). Swanson Station is 27 minutes by foot.
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