The home is surrounded by countryside, with a lovely outdoor area including outdoor furniture.

The country kitchen includes the dining table so family meal times are a given.

The lounge has plenty of seating and comes out of an overseas ranch style home.

The main bedroom has a King-sized bed and king-single bed.

This is a working horse farm, so you can arrange to go on a horse with a qualified horse riding instructor.

The kitchen opens up into the living room space so everyone can be together.

The kitchen has everything you need to create family meals including an oven, dishwasher, cooktop, microwave and fridge/freezer.

Enjoy looking out the widows whilst you are cleaning up after dinner prep.

The conservatory is a second living room space that has plenty of seating and toys for the children to play with.

This room would be a lovely spot to read a book and look at the view.

There is a writing desk in the corner that can be used for study or work if needed.

The formal dining room is personified by its country feel.

You can open the ranch slider and enjoy the indoor/outdoor flow onto the patio area.

You can relax on the couch and watch TV.

Open up the ranch slider in the lounge for the fresh country air.

As well as the main living space there are cosy reading nook. The fireplace is not available to be used.

There is a separate toilet with wash basin on the ground floor.

This single bedroom is located on the ground floor close to the conservatory.

There is plenty of natural light that comes through the bedroom window.

There is a small desk in the bedroom but you have a lovely view out to the garden.

There is plenty of space on the vanity unit for all your belongings.

The ground floor bathroom has a shower, vanity, toilet and heated towel rail.

The main upstairs bedroom makes the best use of space with both a King and a King-single in the room.

There is also a chaise lounge with opening bi-fold doors for that indoor/outdoor flow.

There is a walk-in wardrobe in the main bedroom that gives plenty of room for storage.

The ensuite bathroom has lovely stained glass windows.

The ensuite has both a bath and a shower over bath, vanity unit and toilet.

Enjoy the little love seat in the bedroom, perfect for reading a book.

There is both a Queen and King-single bed in this upstairs bedroom.

There is two single beds under the a-line roof, ideal for the chiildren.

There is storage in the standalone wardrobe for your personal belongings.

This bathroom is painted a lively blue which highlights the clean white bathroom facilities.

There is a shower, vanity and toilet in this bathroom.

Sit outside and enjoy al-fresco dining in the outdoor dining area.

Take advantage of the gazebo in the garden area for some solitude.

Great view of the house surrounded by natural countryside.

There is a gas BBQ that you can use to cook up a great NZ BBQ.

This home is set in lovely green countryside so you feel isolated but are only 15 mins from the nearby town.

You will see plenty of horses around - please do not enter into the fields.

Horses next to the house that you may see when staying.

This horse is at a local beach, enjoying the water.

You can have horse riding lessons with a qualified instructor.

The beach at Maraetai is a lovely white sandy beach.

Walk to the end of the wharf and enjoy the view.

House in Auckland East

Countryside Retreat with On-site Horse Experiences

Entire home • 9 guests • 4 bedrooms • 7 beds • 3 bathrooms

Just 10 mins to Beachlands & the Auckland ferry, 15 mins to Botany & Maraetai beaches, this peaceful countryside farmhouse in Whitford offers a unique experience, surrounded by nature, with on-site horse activities guided by a qualified local horse riding instructor and equine-assisted therapist. ☆ Wi-fi | Fast and unlimited ☆ Laundry | In-unit washer ☆ Top Location | Whitford at your doorstep ☆ Parking | Carport and driveway for 3 vehicles ☆ Self-check-in | Book and check in within minutes Unplug, leave the world behind and connect with your loved ones and the surrounding nature here. This two-level house features four bedrooms, with the main living areas and one bedroom located on the ground floor, and the remaining bedrooms on the upper level. Situated on a working horse farm, the property is shared with another house and a horse shed, all of which are accessible via the same driveway. Guests can book horse experiences and therapy sessions upon arrival, subject to weather conditions and availability. Horse riding experiences, suitable for beginners to advanced riders, are available for $50 per 45 minutes. Equine-assisted therapy, tailored to individual needs, is offered at $100 per hour. WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOME ✧ Unique stained glass windows ✧ BBQ with outside dining area ✧ Wide green open space with pergola ✧ Large country kitchen and dining area ✧ Handy desk if needed for study or work ✧ Indoor/outdoor flow onto the patio area ✧ Open-plan living areas with kitchen and dining ✧ Full bathrooms, including shower, vanity and toilet ✧ Conservatory for additional seating and children's toys ✧ Kitchen includes oven, cooktop, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE LOCATION ✧ Ayrlies Garden & Wetlands is within a 3-minute drive ✧ The Lime Tree Cafe is within a 7-minute drive ✧ The Stables Bar & Restaurant is within a 7-minute drive ✧ Whitford Township is within a 8-minute drive ✧ Woolworths Beachlands is within a 8-minute drive ✧ Turanga Creek Winery & Restaurant is within a 9-minute drive ✧ Whitford Park Golf Club is within a 10-minute drive ✧ Formosa Golf Course is within a 10-minute drive ✧ Mangemangeroa Reserve is within 14-minute drive ✧ Pak’n’save Ormiston supermarket is within a 16-minute drive ✧ Howick Historical Village is within 21-minute drive ✧ Clevedon Village Market is within 20-minute drive ✧ Riverhaven Artland is within 23-minute drive ✧ Half Moon Bay Ferry is within a 25-minute drive Note: Driving times are an indication only and may change due to traffic or weather WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT THE HOST Make your stay seamless by choosing us as your accommodation provider. Our dedicated customer support team is just a phone call away, ready to assist you from 8 am to midnight. Whether you need recommendations for local attractions, assistance with reservations, or have any other queries, we are here to help. You can rest easy knowing that you have a reliable and accessible support system at your fingertips. WHERE YOU WILL STAY Ground Floor: Living room x 2, dining room, kitchen, bedroom x 1, bathroom x 1 and toilet x 1 Upstairs: Bedrooms x 3, bathroom x 2 WHERE YOU’LL SLEEP All our beds are made with fresh, hotel-grade linen sheets and a triple-sheet technique instead of duvet covers. Bedroom 1: Single-sized medium comfort bed Bedroom 2: Queen and king-single sized medium comfort beds Bedroom 3: King and king-single sized medium comfort beds with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe Bedroom 4: 2 x Single-sized medium comfort beds GUEST ACCESS ✧ Complete and uninterrupted access to the entire home ✧ This home shares the driveway with another residence and a horse shed INTERACTION WITH GUESTS ✧ Before Arrival: We will make sure you have all the information you require to ensure an easy arrival, including clear and detailed self-check-in instructions ✧ After Arrival: We like to message you occasionally during your stay and are happy to provide additional recommendations if asked ✧ Support: In the unlikely event you have an issue with the accommodation, we always respond as soon as possible to guests' messages, so rest assured you're in good hands GETTING AROUND ✧ As this is a country location, you will need a vehicle to get around ✧ There is secure off-street car parking available OTHER THINGS TO NOTE While enjoying this home as your home away from home, we kindly ask you to keep the following in mind: ✧ That this is a farmhouse with ageing interiors ✧ Please be aware that this house is situated on a working horse farm ✧ This farmhouse is on septic tanks; use eco-friendly and biodegradable products ✧ The property is shared with another house and a horse shed, all of which are accessible via the same driveway ✧ Guests can book horse experiences and therapy sessions upon arrival, subject to weather conditions and availability. Horse riding experiences, suitable for beginners to advanced riders, are available for $50 per 45 minutes. Equine-assisted therapy, tailored to individual needs, is offered at $100 per hour ✧ As this is a working horse farm, please do not climb the fence and try to get into the fields ✧ Please refrain from entering the other properties surrounding the listed house ✧ No breakfast is provided with this listing - please do take the chance to enjoy some of Whitford's beautiful cafes ✧ Be respectful to the house and neighbours, with no disturbance to the neighbourhood. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund as per the host's decision, regardless of policy and booking in place ✧ Strictly no parties or large gatherings without approval. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund as per the host's decision. The property owner does live nearby, so a fine will apply if this does occur ✧ No smoking is permitted anywhere on the property, indoors or outdoors. This is a 100% smoke-free home. A cleaning fee will apply if this rule is violated ✧ A form of government ID, along with a selfie, is required by the host ✧ A sophisticated fire alarm system that is connected to other buildings to ensure your safety ✧ As this home is located in a rural location and there are horses close by, fireworks are not allowed to be set off at this home. Violation of this will result in immediate eviction without refund at the host's decision

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Location

Auckland East • Exact location shared before arrival

Arrival and departure

Check-in from 4:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

Home rules

Longer Stays: - Stays longer than 14 days requires a guest to pay for a refresh, clean & linen change on the 14th day and every subsequent 14 days. Check-In and Check-Out: - Guests to provide expected check-in time - we will do our best to cater to early check-in requests. - Guests to provide expected check-out time (latest being 10am) and acknowledge the property will be scheduled for cleaning just after the time they have provided (late check-outs will incur a cleaner turn-away charge or a full day rental). - Guests must view the check-in guide prior to arrival to familiarise themselves with the check-in process. - Keys must not be collected prior to the agreed check-in time, and lockboxes (if any) must be left closed and locked. - Bags or cars must not be stored at the property prior to check-in or after checkout without approval. - Carpark (if applicable) can only be used from check-in time and must be removed at check-out time. During Your Stay: - Please be considerate of the other residents living in the building by being courteous and keeping the noise down after 10 pm. - Please report any breakages or damage sustained to the apartment during your stay, as it allows us to repair/replace it in time for the next guests. - Guests to comply with all rules in messages, check-in guides, house manuals or as posted in any building. - Lockouts: These will incur call-out/building management/security or locksmith charges. - Lost Property: We will do our best to find and return any reported lost item. All costs involved with returning lost items, including time taken, are chargeable.

Cancellation policy

Please contact us for more details or if you need to cancel your reservation.