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“The Yard Master” Schooner Bay
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Fireplace
- Kitchen
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor space
Explore the area
Great Barrier Island, Auckland Region
- Blind Bay
- Medlands Beach17 min drive
- Kaitoki Beach32 min drive
- Great Barrier Island (GBZ)22 min drive
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About the area
Great Barrier Island
With a stay at this vacation home in Great Barrier Island, you'll be by the ocean, and 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from Medlands Beach and 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Blind Bay. .This vacation home is 12.1 mi (19.4 km) from Kaitoki Beach and 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Awana Bay.
What's nearby
- Medlands Beach - 17 min drive - 9.7 km
- Kaitoki Beach - 32 min drive - 20.8 km
- Glenfern Sanctuary - 60 min drive - 42.9 km
Getting around
- Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
- My Fat Puku - 20 min drive
- The Currach Irish Pub - 8 min drive
- Pa Beach Cafe - 8 min drive
- Great Barrier Lodge - 37 min drive
- Wild Rose Cafe - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
“The Yard Master” Schooner Bay
*** please educate yourself on current fishing restrictions before you head to Great Barrier island. There are currently Rahui’s in place to protect our moana and restrictions due to an invasive seaweed. Caulerpa Is a real threat and needs to be taken seriously 🙏 these restrictions effect fishing, shellfish collection, anchorage and general boating areas...***
LINK:
https://www.mpi.govt.nz/dmsdocument/47623-Information-sheet-on-Caulerpa-brachypus-and-the-Controlled-Area-Notice
The yard master is a characteristic 3 bedroom family batch in Schooner bay nestled amongst ancient pohutakawas. With an abundance of native bird life and breath taking views of the bay you will feel like your in your own slice of paradise.
The bay provides great fishing, diving and beautiful sunsets. This is the perfect place to unwind and disconnect from everyday life and reconnect to nature.
It is only a 10 minute drive from Tryphena harbour, local shops, cafe and Irish pub.
This unique space offers comfortable living areas, wood fired coal range, gas oven/hobs, gas fridge/freezer, simple kitchen equipment, large deck, bath/shower and a flushing toilet.
The house is off grid running on 12 volt solar which is mainly used for lighting, this is a great place to take a break from technology but there is internet at local shops if needed.
There is a boat shed right on the water with kayaks, dingys, bbq, outside shower and fish filleting table. If you are up for an ocean adventure there are sea caves and coves you can visit within the bay on kayaks and stunning snorkeling everywhere you look. The boat shed is a shared space for renters, family and friends.
There are plenty of hiking tracks, white sandy beaches and even a hot water spring no more 30 minutes away.
This is a truly epic place surrounded in rich native bush and stunning coastline. The night sky is something dreams are made of and sunsets you wouldn’t believe. The thing that makes great barrier special is the island itself.. something’s just can’t fit in a little description box, you might just have to come see.
Please book 72 hours in advance, leave one day between bookings for maintenance and tidy up before you leave :)
LINK:
https://www.mpi.govt.nz/dmsdocument/47623-Information-sheet-on-Caulerpa-brachypus-and-the-Controlled-Area-Notice
The yard master is a characteristic 3 bedroom family batch in Schooner bay nestled amongst ancient pohutakawas. With an abundance of native bird life and breath taking views of the bay you will feel like your in your own slice of paradise.
The bay provides great fishing, diving and beautiful sunsets. This is the perfect place to unwind and disconnect from everyday life and reconnect to nature.
It is only a 10 minute drive from Tryphena harbour, local shops, cafe and Irish pub.
This unique space offers comfortable living areas, wood fired coal range, gas oven/hobs, gas fridge/freezer, simple kitchen equipment, large deck, bath/shower and a flushing toilet.
The house is off grid running on 12 volt solar which is mainly used for lighting, this is a great place to take a break from technology but there is internet at local shops if needed.
There is a boat shed right on the water with kayaks, dingys, bbq, outside shower and fish filleting table. If you are up for an ocean adventure there are sea caves and coves you can visit within the bay on kayaks and stunning snorkeling everywhere you look. The boat shed is a shared space for renters, family and friends.
There are plenty of hiking tracks, white sandy beaches and even a hot water spring no more 30 minutes away.
This is a truly epic place surrounded in rich native bush and stunning coastline. The night sky is something dreams are made of and sunsets you wouldn’t believe. The thing that makes great barrier special is the island itself.. something’s just can’t fit in a little description box, you might just have to come see.
Please book 72 hours in advance, leave one day between bookings for maintenance and tidy up before you leave :)
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and snorkeling nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and scuba diving nearby.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Freezer
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Yard
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Location highlights
- Near the ocean
Things to do
- Kayak
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Swimming 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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite 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 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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
The Yard Master Schooner Bay
“The Yard Master” Schooner Bay Great Barrier Island
“The Yard Master” Schooner Bay Private vacation home