Title: A Ray of Sunshine - Manly Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Ray of Sunshine - Manly Holiday Home Vacation home in Whangaparaoa with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108900000/108890800/108890795/d33c32cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108900000/108890800/108890795/66e3f5d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108900000/108890800/108890795/c5c3be1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108900000/108890800/108890795/035c9dc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108900000/108890800/108890795/3dfdaa9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled amongst established trees, A Ray of Sunshine offers a tranquil retreat just 400m from Big Manly Beach. Relax in comfort and beauty with a wood-burning fire, billiards in the games room, and endless entertainment for everyone via Wi-Fi and smart TV. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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. ### A Ray of Sunshine - Manly Holiday Home Welcome to a stylish and stately holiday-home approx. 400m to the golden sands of Big Manly via a quick walkway. Your group will love this gorgeous home full of charm and elegance in a tranquil setting. Relax in comfort and beauty at A Ray of Sunshine! Nestled amongst established trees and gorgeous landscaping around a pretty lawn, this inviting two-storied home adds a touch of class to your family gathering. Open the French doors to relax on the deck or the swing seat and immediately feel at ease. Days are best spent in this calming home around the table enjoying each others company here at A Ray of Sunshine. The house is a cosy retreat after a day of adventures with a wood-burning fire providing warmth and delightful atmosphere. Enjoy a pre-dinner aperitif over a game of billiards in the games room, before enjoying a meal around the large dining table in the open-plan living-dining. Enjoy the two spacious lounges while staying connected with Wi-Fi and a smart TV. With board games and books as well theres endless entertainment for everyone here! Your accommodation sleeps up to nine adults, plus one extra child, across four-bedrooms and three-bathrooms. Bedding includes a queen, double, king single & king single trundler, single and child's fold-out bed. A queen-sized sofa bed is in the games room downstairs. There is plenty of space for everyone to rest their head after a day at the beach, walking and enjoying the sublime Manly Sunshine. A carport supplies parking for two vehicles and a small boat (up to 5m), down the short driveway. Located just five minutes walk to Big Manly Beach, or a 10-minute drive to Gulf Harbour Marina, there may be no more perfect location to enjoy this beautiful area in such a private, peaceful home. Being on the peninsula, other beaches are minutes away. Cafes & restaurants are close by, as are supermarkets, tennis courts, golf courses, Hoyts movie theatre, Gulf Harbour ferry & Shakespeare park are right on your doorstep. Silverdale is not far away with shopping, Snowplanet & the Auckland Adventure park. With other beaches nearby such as Red Beach and Orewa, this is the perfect urban hide-away from which to explore the north Auckland coast. Your experienced host has enjoyed welcoming families to their home for many years, and you are sure to want to return. A Ray of Sunshine welcomes you! Please note that a 72 hour notice period is required for last minute bookings.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table ### 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) - 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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 616489 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Manly, a neighborhood in Whangaparaoa. Silverdale Pioneer Village and Couldrey House are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Westfield Albany Shopping Centre and Auckland Night Market. Auckland Adventure Park and Zone Bowling & Timezone Wairau are also worth visiting. 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Airport (AKL) - 62 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Archer - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Beer Spot Whangaparaoa - ‬16 min walk - ‪Manly Bakery - ‬12 min walk - ‪Esquires Coffee House - ‬15 min walk - ‪Parāoa Brewing - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Ray of Sunshine - Manly Holiday Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is A Ray of Sunshine - Manly Holiday Home located? > Located in Manly, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Big Manly Beach, Little Manly Beach, and Arkles Bay Beach. Matakatia Beach and Matakatia Bay are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question