Once Upon a Tide

Tolle Lage! Prima Betten! Uns hat die Veranda sehr gefallen! Es war ruhig und gemütlich!

Auch wenn vorab vom Host geklärt ist, dass keine Küche da ist: der „Ersatz“ ist einfach kein Ersatz! An allen Ecken und Enden wird ein Spülbecken, ein größerer Kühlschrank, eine Arbeitsplatte vermisst! Auf dem Tisch wirkt das Ganze sehr improvisiert und sehr unbefriedigend!

Location and view

No kitchen but that is clearly advertised

The host was excellent in terms of communication. Everything was as expected. The location is amazing and the view is absolutely stunning. It was in the middle of winter and it was so warm inside including the bathroom. We thought we would need a heater as the outside temperature was very low with a frost. But we were very warm. We really appreciated the hosts allowing us to check in early as we were attending a funeral - this was very kind of them.

Just need to be aware that access to the unit is down some stairs at the side of the house which may be an issue for elderly people or people with poor mobility. A handrail would be helpful. We were very please that security lights came on at night so that we could see the path and steps.

So comfortable, great views, everything

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Great location, quiet as can be, and amazing views!!

It would have been even better if there was a proper kitchenette (e.g. kitchen sink.)

Owners made us fresh Anzac biscuits, such a nice touch.

Just great

Fabulous view, loved falling asleep and waking to the ocean. Apartment was spacious, sunny and nicely furnished. It was easy enough to manage without a full kitchen - just got a cooked chicken from supermarket and microwave veggies and rice. Will definitely be back!

Could do with some sharp knives for chopping & bread cutting

Loved the view the most! And the sound of waves at night . Super clean and tidy.

Location - Decor - Comfort - Shower - Beach

No aircon or washing machine.

Fantastic location and views to die for.

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Die Aussicht direkt am Meer. Sehr ruhige Lage. Etwas Toast, Marmelade, Butter und vier leckere Kekse waren vorhanden.

Es ist kein Spülbecken zum Spülen des Geschirrs vorhanden. Sparsame Ausstattung mit Geschirr. Keine Restaurants in unmittelbarer Umgebung.

What a gorgeous holiday home. It was much bigger than I had imagined and it was so beautifully furnished. It felt like a real treat for me. It wasn't a problem not having a full kitchen. We had microwave meals one evening, and fish and chips the next. The provided breakfast of cereal, with bread and jam was a lovely touch. And the view!! Even in the rain, the view was constantly changing. I wish I had brought binoculars. We loved looking for pretty shells and little crabs in the rock pools at low tide. It was the perfect place to relax.

Limited breakfast was available, do not expect anything lavish. The location is superb with beautiful Seaview and access to the beach. It has a large open deck facing the shore.

A better kitchen with proper sink bench , a kitchen sink and a cooktop. There is no air-conditioning and you have to make do with fans and oil heaters. Wi-Fi is available but the signal is very weak and barely able to cope. The stairs to access the property is steep and narrow and maybe difficult for people with mobility issues and heavy suitcases.

We made a very late reservation and nothing was a problem. Very nice appartement with a very nice view. All was good beds comfy . Tv games very nice shower. All very good.

Comfortable, great views,

The location was amazing, rooms clean, beds comfortable, good bathroom & toilet.

No cooking facility at the house, no sink to wash dishes, small fridge.

The location of the property was by far the highlight a very beautiful spot to unwind. Beautifully presented and thoughtfully set up.

Good location, fantastic outlook over the water.

Location - beautiful spot

Beds were hard, minimal kitchen facilities and TV was not a smart TV, so couldnt chromecast or mirror Apple TV

Stunning view and beautiful home

Nice and quite. Lovely view off the property. Well maintained and cosy

House is 100% beautiful! Perfect for our little get away with friends. Amazing view of the sunset, afternoon walk on the beach, dinner out on the deck with the fire going. Even in this cold June weather, the house was super warm.

Not only was the location stunning, the accommodation was exceptional. Extremely clean & very beautifully decorated. A very relaxing evening spent watching the sunset opposite was a fabulous way to end our stay on the North Island.

There was nothing we disliked about this property, apart from the fact that we could only spend one night there!

Location, views, value for money

no sink in kitchen

Stunning spot right on the water. So quiet and peaceful, a fantastic place to unwind and relax. Amazing little touches like home baking on arrival and nearly everything could need for a comfortable stay. Beds were super comfy with lots of pillow choices which u appreciated. Cute little kiwi beach town vibe. Would definitely book again!

Beautiful location and a stunning view, so very peaceful sitting by the fire watching the sun set.

The fridge was tiny and the lack of aircon is an interesting choice.

Beautiful location that is remote enough to feel secluded and special but close enough to everything you need

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I loved how spacious and cosy the place was! The place had the nicest and most beautiful views to look at. The hosts also did an amazing job making sure the place was clean and comfortable for me and my family too.

The view, access to the beach and location were amazing. The beds were comfortable. The lounge and outdoor furniture also a big plus. The bathroom was modern and had great hot water and water pressure.

We knew there was no kitchen as such and were therefore not surprised. The owners made supplies available and IF there was a kitchen fitted in the future the accommodation would be 5 star for sure. The access from the car was a little overgrown and down stairs to the side of the house, so we only took hand luggage with us.

Lovely location right on the beach

The location, the property and the communication with hosts.

Everything was perfect!

Horrible

Bad entrance

A very comfortable and clean house, very much a home away from home. Incredible views across the bay towards Auckland and you can't get much more beachfront! The hosts very much care about making sure everything is perfect for their guests and that all pertinent information is provided.

There are limited cooking or clothes washing facilities, which is fine for a short stay but may not be ideal for a longer stay.

The views!

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Stunning views, beautifully decorated interior and amazing hosts!

Wonderful location leading directly onto the beach with a big patio with comfortable seating to enjoy the views and the sun. Clarks Beach is a quiet and beautiful area with a great golf course. Apartment is smart, modern and comfortable with direct water views from picture windows in all living rooms.

There are no quality restaurants in Clarks Beach - the nearest is some 30 mins drive so a hire car is essential. The lack of a proper kitchen does restrict options and our stay of four nights made this a challenge. Improvement in this aspect would make this booking a 5-star certainty.

Cozy stylish ambients and a perfect place

It was a stunning property. Everything you would want and more.

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Excellent location, excellent accommodation. Extremely privileged to have spent, sadly to short a time, here

Maybe cooking facilities

Super clean, beautiful place (even more beautiful than booking photos) and great views. Hosts are very friendly and helpful.

Location is not very easy if you don't drive.

The location and view was spectacular, we loved being able to sit on the outdoor terrace and watch the tides and seabirds. The decor was tastefully excellent. We all enjoyed the home baked cookies

Its a wonderful place for a couple of nights but for any longer length of stay the lack of kitchen facilities could make it problematic

We stayed here for two nights to rest up after the long flight. It was a perfect choice! Our two bedroom accommodation was beautifully decorated and so peaceful.

Obviously the location, but also the spaciousness and the comfort. It’s peaceful but only a short drive to buy food, fuel and enjoy an evening out at a restaurant. Highly recommend.

The location, decor, and serenity were unparalleled.

Sometimes, it got a little too warm, and there were flies that were plentiful at times.

A stunning location, overlooking the beach. The apartment was comfortable, and immaculately spotless. The host had left some tea and coffee makings, along with some lovely cakes for our arrival. A wonderful apartment that we unfortunately only had one night in.

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Wonderfully decorated, fairly large, nicely situated apartment directly at the seaside. During high tide literally 2 metres from the water. So many nice little touches in all aspects.

The tranquility of this place is just awesome, watching the sun go down over the water was just amazing

This place is so convenient at the beginning or the end of your journey, as its so close to airport

Amazing place right on the beach, gorgeous views and great value for money. Great communication with the hosts as well 👏🏻

The property was exceptional. It was just what we were seeking after many days on the road.

Top notch accommodation and location.

Only one concern was the windows in toilet and bathroom need to be frosted glass or similar, can see straight in from outside walkway.

Overall I was very happy with my stay here. Although my stay was short, I really enjoyed the location and amenities. The home itself was quite modern and new. Hosts were fantastic, and enabled me to check in early as well as left a little baked treat upon my arrival. Being winter I wasn't able to fully appreciate the water front location to go for a swim/kayak, however, I would recommend this place for anyone looking to stay in the warmer months.

The property is located on the bottom floor of the hosts home so as a quiet solo traveller you can hear a fair bit of noise from upstairs when they are walking around or going about their day. I was also a bit conscious that their balcony/windows overlooked the outdoor seating area. As I was staying in NZ for the FIFA Womens World Cup, access to sports tv channels would have been great, however, the WIFI connection was good enough to pay/access this online.

Very beautiful house with phenomenal views of sea. We enjoyed it so much. Its worth every penny. The host was amazing to deal with. Highly recommended!

There was absolutely nothing that we didn't like.

The space is beautifully appointed. I really appreciated all of the finer details. The view over the water combined with the wonderful interior made for a very relaxing, calming and restorative stay.

Nothing not to like!

I love the fact it was set on the beach and really good water pressure.The hosts were amazing. Very homely I fell in love and would stay there again anytime.Hands down one of our top 5 places in Auckland if you don't belive me try it!

Only thing was the weather and bed was a little bit hard I'm use to support soft. (My problems tho everyone thinks they are a critic) lol.

The property was lovely and the view was gorgeous, with easy access to the beach. A lovely setting and very lovely hosts who left clear information for us, which included attractions in the area. Everything was set up for when we arrived and small things - like the towel rack, heaters and underfloor heating being on - made it very welcoming. The shower has amazing water pressure and the place isn't cold. The outdoor area is lovely and it was so nice to sit on the deck and watch the sun come up.

I was hoping to have a bath but couldn't work out if I was doing something wrong, or if the mixer had been altered to prevent the bath from being filled (that said, it wasn't a big enough issue for me to ask the hosts about). A slightly bigger fridge would also be really helpful as we couldn't quite fit everything we wanted in there. Overall, still fantastic.

Location, lovely views, cosy place, nice owner

The place was very cold, a little heater is not enough when you are by the sea....there was another one in the room, still wasn't warm enough plus another heater panel but didn't make the place warm enough, There was no sink where the coffee facilities were. No lights to get down or up the stairs in darkness to access the place. Still it is a beautiful unit,

Really enjoyed our one night stay, nice and quiet

Wifi was very poor

Loved the place. The hosts have really worked hard to understand what people staying would need and like

Location stunningly beautiful

Spotlessly clean, private and with wonderful views. Fabulous shower with great pressure. Local restaurant was extremely good also. I just wish the weather had been kinder.

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every thing

every thing

everything was perfect. such a spacious home and beautifully sited right on the shore

ocean facing, peaceful and private

quite hot

so affordable, very user friendly regarding tips and tricks around the place. such a clean, beautiful place to visit and stay the night. the views to the ocean and sunset were incredible. so private also!

nothing- can’t wait to visit again!