The Hayloft - relaxing coastal retreat

Cabin in Rodney, Auckland, NZ

95% Recommended•

3 people

Pet-friendly

The Hayloft is a unique, stylish property just over an hour from central Auckland. Stay in the loft, enjoy an outdoor bath and shower, soak underneath the twinkling stars and indulge in the magic of isolation.

Down the road is our local golf course, a beach is five minutes drive away, and for those wanting to adventure, we are ten minutes from one of the largest sand islands in New Zealand, take a picnic for the day and enjoy the serene beauty of a white sand beach all to yourself!

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Features and Amenities

1 bedroom

1 bed

1 bathroom

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BBQ

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Details

Check in after 3:00pm
Check out before 11:00am
Minimum booking: 2 nights

Cancellation Policy:

Receive a full refund (minus service fee) up until 1 week prior to check-in.

Additional Information

Things to do: there is a wide variety of activities and things to do in the Kaipara region, you can visit Port Albert or Minnesdale Chapel for a taste of local history. The Tapora Golf Club and Birds Beach are just down the road. If you’re after more adventure you can head out to the Sand Island, it’s just past the golf course with the entrance marked off Okahukura Road on the seaward side. Travel down the dirt track to the parking spot and walk across the estuary from there (low tide preferred) or take a 4WD out to the dunes. You can drive out to them but only drive around the south side as there are rare bird nesting grounds to the north. Atiu Creek Regional Park is about 15 mins up the road to Port Albert, and is a good spot for day walks, hiking or horse riding. We are also 40-50 mins drive from Mangawhai, Matakana and Omaha and 1 hour from Leigh for all sorts of day activities on offer.

Prices

Base Price $200 / night
Extra People $100 (adult) and $50 (child) / night after 2 people
Discounts
10% discount for bookings of 3 nights or longer

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Reviews (20)

95% Recommended

Shannon

1 Jun 2026

We had such a lovely stay at The Hayloft. It’s a gorgeous place to switch off and properly relax.

A huge highlight for us was how dog friendly it is. Our girl could roam and explore freely, and it fe...lt really safe and peaceful. We didn’t have to worry about running into other dogs, which made the whole stay much more relaxing.

Waking up to the birdsong was such a bonus. We spent ages just bird watching from the deck - watching the pūtakitaki, kōtare, and pīwakawaka dancing around.

We also appreciated the thoughtful extras inside. There’s a fantastic selection of books and also some games provided. We took full advantage of the puzzles. We were actually gutted we didn’t bring our laptops, because there’s a very cute study nook that would be perfect for a distraction-free work setup.

We read reviews before booking about the road being close but we didn’t find it busy or noisy at all. The only thing I would be mindful of is the steep stairs to the loft, which are open on one side, great for the glutes and was no problem for us but may not be suitable for those with knee problems or small kiddies having to go up and down them to get to the bedroom.

10/10 experience for us, we would absolutely stay again

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Grant

31 Jan 2026

Comfortable rural retreat. Quiet and restful.

Georgia

18 Jan 2026

Really loved this place! Nice and tidy and generally just a cool spot. Will definitely be returning.

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James

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Auckland, New Zealand

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I have enjoyed many short escapes, and and am now hosting my own. Passionate about nature, sailing, adventures and doing it all in style. Looking forward to having you stay.

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Adventures on the Property

These are the exclusive natural wonders and outdoor activities within the property boundaries.

180 Degree Views Of The Kaipara Harbour

From the top of the property, you'll be able to experience 180-degree views of the Kaipara Harbour, from Auckland in the South, to Pouto to the West, and up to Dargaville in the North. Take a picnic, or a few drinks and sit and watch.

Dark Sky Zone Starry Skies

The property sits within a dark sky reserve. At nights, enjoy the Milky Way or spot the constellations from the outdoor bath.

Location

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Adventures Nearby

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Lunch At Birds Beach

Lunch on the tailgate of my truck at Bird's Beach, overlooking the harbor, it was simple, peaceful, and perfect.

Swim At Birds Beach

5 minutes down the road is Bird's Beach, a quiet beach town that you can swim at.

Fish The Kaipara Harbour

The fishing on the Kaipara Harbour is unbeatable. Take your boat out from Bird's Beach, 5 minutes from the property. Try your luck and cook your catch back at the Hayloft.

4 Wd At Manukapua Sand Island

4WD at one of New Zealand's largest sand islands. Drive up and down the sand dunes, off-road around the island. It is an epic way of exploring the Kaipara, just ten minutes from the property!

Sunset At Manukapua Sand Island

Walk out to the island across the natural land bridge (accessible at all tides but low tide is best!). Enjoy the sunset or go for a swim. One of the largest sand islands in New Zealand this is an experience not to be missed!