Title: Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=110753209&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! Riverfront vacation home with kitchenette and patio ## Photo gallery for Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! ![Beach - Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110760000/110753300/110753209/ed21ff74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, bed sheets - Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110760000/110753300/110753209/5f70eea5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110760000/110753300/110753209/eb890d3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110760000/110753300/110753209/48620d3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! (Auckland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110760000/110753300/110753209/d4efd00a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Free breakfast, a firepit, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape!. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom377 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! Bethells Luxury Retreat is a unique experience, to step off the grid for a night and unwind in privacy, unlike any other accommodation you have experienced before. Our eco-friendly tent is located 8 minutes from the picturesque Bethells Beach, surrounded by stunning bush and inclusive of all the amazing amenities on offer. Whether it’s a romantic getaway for you and your loved one, or a family adventure, we promise to leave an impression that goes beyond the stay itself. Bethells Luxury Retreat Glamping is located right in the heart of Auckland’s western green belt near Bethells Beach (Te Henga). There’s just so many options of what to do – right on your doorstep. Whether you like beach visits, bush walks, golf, visiting art galleries or enjoying wine or beer there’s plenty of choices. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Comfort - 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. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Gravel flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ### General - 100% renewable energy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - Recycling - Unit size: 377 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106745400/106745318/d4fa09df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Piha Pool Oasis Piha - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-20&selected=106745318&PinnedHotelID=106745318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90990000/90985500/90985445/6e65cfee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Country Studio Out West Helensville - 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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 ## About the area Located on a river, this vacation home is in Waitakere, a neighborhood in Auckland. Crystal Mountain and Museum of Transport and Technology are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waitakere Golf Club and Kerr Farm Wine. Auckland Zoo and CraftWorld are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking nearby. [Visit our Auckland travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Auckland.dx178233) [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-36.86603%2C174.50514&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_mg7WT4WMaApQfCwofknGrTktL8=) Auckland, Auckland ### What's nearby - ![Any visit to Auckland should include a visit to Bethells Beach. This pic is different because green is not a colour normally associated with the black sand beaches of Auckland's west coast. A lot to see at Bethells, the Te Henga walkway (best walk in Auckland), Lake Wainamu including the biggest sand dune I have ever seen.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353299/f7db2a8a-7ac0-4003-b237-ca3f733d63e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bethells Beach 9 min drive \- 8.3 km - Waitakere Golf Club 4 min drive \- 3.7 km - Crystal Mountain 11 min drive \- 10.8 km - Kumeu River Wines 12 min drive \- 16.2 km - Soljans Estate 13 min drive \- 14.8 km ### Getting around - Waitakere Station 7 min drive - Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) 50 min drive ### Restaurants - Domino's Pizza 13 min drive - Swanson RSA 10 min drive - Domino's 12 min drive - Korero Cafe 11 min drive - Swanson Station Cafe 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape!? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape!? ### What time is check-out at Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape!? ### Where is Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bethells Beach Glamping Retreat Perfect for couples or a family escape! 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