SUMMARY

	Minimum five night stay
	$970 NZD per night Nov-Apr incl. $770 NZD per night at other times
	4x4 Land Rover $75 per day
	Two bedrooms with one queen size bed and one super-king size bed
	All linen and towels provided
	Modern kitchen with dishwasher
	BBQ
	Large fireplace (for winter use)
	Heaters, fans
	Stereo, Sky TV, DVDs, books and games
	4 kayaks, dinghy
	No children or pets

PLANNING A STAY

The ferry from Auckland to Waiheke, which sails past Rangitoto and other islands in the Hauraki Gulf takes about 35 minutes. There is a car available for you down at the ferry terminal so you don't need to worry about hiring other transport. The drive to The Black Boathouse at Arran Bay is about 40 minutes, and the road is sealed almost all the way.

SLEEPING

The house has two bedrooms with one super-king size bed and one queen size bed. With no city for miles you'll only be disturbed by the dawn chorus of birds and the lapping sound of the ocean.

EATING AND DRINKING

For your stay you need to bring your own food and beverages. There is a supermarket on the way to Arran Bay so you don't have to carry food over from Auckland. It has a good selection of produce and wines, but if you have specific foods you need for diet or health reasons you may want to bring these. The house has a modern kitchen with everything you might need to make and eat your culinary masterpieces. There is also a gas BBQ if you decide you'd rather cook out on the deck in the sunshine.

THE BEACH AND BOATSHED

Take the short winding path through the pohutukawa trees and palms to the boatshed and beach, which provides safe and sheltered swimming. If you're feeling lazy then sitting on the end of the jetty is a perfect way to pass time. For more action you'll find in the boatshed; four kayaks, a safe stable dinghy, life jackets, petanque and beach mats.

ENTERTAINMENT

We recommend exploring Arran Bay and the beautiful surrounding area. Alternatively, you can relax lounging on the deck or in the day house beside the beach. If that doesn't appeal, the selection of books, music, board games, Sky TV and DVDs provided will ensure you won't get bored.

WAIHEKE ISLAND / OTHER ATTRACTIONS

Only 35 minutes from New Zealand's largest city, Waiheke Island is the largest island lying inside the Hauraki Gulf. With its superb beaches, quiet bays and inlets, award winning vineyards and olive groves, restaurants and cafes, it's a perfect getaway from the pace of Auckland.

To find out more about Waiheke visit www.waiheke.co.nz

PHONE

While the bay enjoys mobile phone reception, there is a telephone for you to use for local calls and emergencies. Any telephone charges incurred during your stay will be charged on to you.

LAUNDRY

There is a washing machine and dryer with washing powder provided.