Sunshine On The Beach - The Sands Unit 10 - Sunshine On The Beach is a beautifully appointed two bedroom apartment located at ‘The Sands’ resort right next to Onetangi Beach on Waiheke Island. Sleeping a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children, this is a
Sunshine On The Beach - The Sands Unit 10 - Sunshine On The Beach is a beautifully appointed two bedroom apartment located at ‘The Sands’ resort right next to Onetangi Beach on Waiheke Island. Sleeping a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children, this is a
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Prime beachfront position on Waiheke Island.
Directly across the road from Onetangi beach. Spacious indoor and outdoor living with large terrace overlooking beach. Grounds are fenced and private but front wall has a mechanised shutter which when open overlooks the beach to Little Barrier. BBQ in private garden or relax on two sunny patios. Listen to the waves. Large living area, dining and separate TV/ library. Newly renovated large bedroom / living area upstairs with splendid views of beach and a new Imperial Pillow-top Queen bed. Second bedroom has a King double or splittable twin bed. Spa pool to die for, Sky TV. Modern kitchen and appliances. Large adjacent section for parking. Children's playground nearby.
Onetangi beach is almost 2kms of white sand. Safe swimming. Waiheke offers walking tracks to all levels of fitness. The popular Zip -Line is nearby. There are two cafes and two fine dining restaurants. The bus stop within a stones throw. Facing north with views of Gt Barrier and Coromandel. Plenty of room to spread out and relax. Kayaks and paddle boards are available for hire. Special conditions: Smoking allowed outside only.
May to October 7 night bookings may qualify for a discounted price - please enquire
Pets are allowed with prior approval. They must be kept off beds and furniture.
Extras: No cleaning charge, linen and towels supplied.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Onetangi Beach. Features include breakfast (surcharge), 1 hot tub and laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Breakfast is offered for a fee
Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
On-site recreation includes a playground
Steps from Onetangi Beach and a 2-minute drive from Dellows Waiheke Distillery
Prime beachfront position on Waiheke Island. offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the bay
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Whale watching nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Electric car charging station
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 1,938 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 1 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Guests must ask approval for pets.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Note from host: Fully fenced.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 68-664-209
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Prime Beachfront Position Waiheke Island House Onetangi
Prime Beachfront Position Waiheke Island House
Prime Beachfront Position Waiheke Island Onetangi
Prime Beachfront Position Waiheke Island
Prime front Position Waiheke
Prime Beachfront Position on Waiheke Island
Posición de Primera Línea de Playa en la Isla de Waiheke
Prime beachfront position on Waiheke Island. Waiheke Island
Prime beachfront position on Waiheke Island. Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 82 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Belinda M., Auckland, New Zealand
23 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach break
Wonderful location and easy beach holiday with excellent restaurants just a step away
Belinda M.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Warren C.
18 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Onetangi Delight
Great location and very large rooms. Dog friendly accomodation. Comfortable bed and furniture.
Warren C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Marie K.
10 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Spent a long weekend with friends, great location. The apartment is much bigger than pictures show. Everything you need for a break away.
Marie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fred A.
5 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Onetangi
This house is right on the beach with nice decking & spa.
Also private with great views from the main bedroom. The location on The Strand is amazing with Restaurants and cafe just steps away. We had a great 4 night stay, and all communications with the owner were excellent. Definitely like to go back again
Fred A.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard B., Congleton, UK
29 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property in a great location
Spacious property with all of the facilities you could hope for. Location right on the beachfront with restaurants nearby. Fully recommended.
Richard B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristen W.
4 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome and spacious
This house was fantastic. We were blown away by the size and quality of the property, beautiful and luxurious. Owners were great at communicating info to us. The beach is across the street, literally. Every amenity you could want. The upstairs master bedroom is stunning with ocean views.
Kristen W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Paul P.
7 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Happy holiday
Our first choice for a Waiheke stay.
Great owners, great location, great place.
Paul P.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
lisa c.
25 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome holiday spot
Thanks for sharing such a special home - it was perfect for us, especially as we were travelling with older parents who could easily access all the amenities of the house and the short walk across to the beautiful beach was just perfect.
lisa c.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carly L.
6 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
It’s a great house and a wonderful location. Right across from the beach and a few restaurants on the street. It was perfect for our family. Kitchen had everything you’d need to cook, the garden area is nice and provides some private outdoor area. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Carly L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elena K.
18 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to spend a week
Loved our stay in Brian and Alison's townhouse right on Onetangi Beach. It was perfect for our family of 4 and our little pup. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare a full meal and the lounge is lovely and big which means plenty of space to spread out. We were there during Cyclone Hale so being able to swim in the cold ocean and then be in the hot spa a few mins later was a real treat.
Elena K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dianne M.
8 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Waiheke excellence
We loved our stay at this excellent property. It is perfectly located on Onetangi beachfront. We enjoyed relaxing to breathtaking vistas of the ocean and listening to the sound of waves breaking on the beach. Being surrounded by a private lush garden while soaking in the spa added to the experience. High quality features in this comfortable apartment made for a very enjoyable a holiday. Perfect!
Dianne M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Helen E.
26 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Just lovely
Spacious, perfectly located, everything you could need.
Helen E.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
21 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Majic Location
Thanks for a wonderful week on the beach at Onetangi. World class beach and the view from raised deck is second to none.
Will book again.
Mark.
Mark C.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Keryn P.
5 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise stay Onetangi
We had a wonderful time, the property was exactly how it was explained and shown on internet. Great hosts that were so friendly, always very helpful to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Location is amazing right across the road from the beach and cafes nearby. The house is lovely and was perfect for our holidays. Thank you!
Keryn P.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nikki H.
25 Apr 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Setting
I wanted to get away and recharge my soul. Taking my small dog with me, this was the perfect location, right on Onetangi Beach where you could hear the waves at night.
A great property for a family or going solo. This place hit the mark.
Thank you.
Nikki H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shareen J.
23 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Fabulous place to stay
Very clean and great communication with hostess
Shareen J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sue N., queenstown new zealnd
27 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Waiheke
We absolutely loved our stay
The location was perfect and just over the road to the beach for swims during the day
Very relaxing and easy place to stay
Recommend this place highly
Sue N.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kay W., Brisbane
26 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional
Exceptional location, fabulous outdoors with stunning views and privacy. Everything and more for a great holiday.
Kay W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Emily S.
22 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Would return!
This is a lovely spacious well equipped home across the road from a stunning beach. We loved the large kitchen and the different living space options. We loved our stay.
Emily S.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Welly S.
10 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
Such a home from home feeling. Absolutely loved this place and will be back!
Welly S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
James H.
29 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect spot on Onetangi beach
We loved everything about this spot and will definitely be back! Thank you Alison!
James H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Caroline A.
10 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location and fantastic house
Such a lovely property that we spent our 4 days on the adjacent beach and enjoying the relaxing spaces in the house . Perfect break , thank you for renting us your property
Caroline A.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Steph C.
6 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot
Great property with spectacular location right on the beach. Well set up. We loved the terrace for dining and the views from upstairs. Easy, fast communication. Many thanks.
Steph C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Donald P. P.
3 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A gorgeous getaway with wonderful vibe
This property is excellent. Literally on the beach in a remarkable island. Hard to overstate the tastefulness of the place, and it is actually on the same block as three good restaurants. Clean, comfortable and surprisingly quiet, the beachfront road outside is effectively barred by a privacy wall, creating a personal oasis. Highly recommend for a family or a couple
Donald P. P.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chris L.
21 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Highly recommended - this is a fabulous spacious house with great indoor outdoor flow right on the best beach on Waiheke. We loved our stay!