We stayed 3 nights at Owhanake for our recent honeymoon and have to say that it was wonderful. The apartment was comfortable, well decorated and had everything we needed - including complimentary chocolates, wine from thier vinyard, continental breakfast and a lovely welcome platter. Mike and Kristy were very friendly, helpful and accommodating. they were able to give lots of... More

We stayed at Owanhake for 2 nights at start of a touring holiday. We found everything excellent here. Mike welcomed us at the ferry and took us to a most idyllic spot on the island! The accommodation was first class. Mike recommended the restaurants and transported us to them. Both were excellent- Mud Brick and the Thai restaurant in the... More

This was a romantic getaway for our anniversary. Long stem red roses and hand made chocolates together with a card were waiting for us. We were collected from the ferry and taken to the town, as we wanted to explore, collected when finished and again taken to dinner and collected afterwards. We had a duvet selection fluffy bath towels own... More

Christy was our host and went out of her way to be helpful. She showed us around the interesting projects on the Estate, and started our Waiheke Island wine education. She engaged us in interesting conversations as and when we expressed interest in the Estate, the Island, wine and food, Estate projects, walks, and art on Waiheke. The room was... More

I was a bit wary of choosing a B and B for our 5th wedding anniversary weekend trip, as I had heard that some hosts can be a bit "in your face" - but Owhanake Bay Estate was utterly perfect. Mike picked us up from the ferry and showed us around the grounds, including the incredible vege garden and the... More

The rooms are very comfortable A++ especially the beds. Rooms are modern and bathrooms are spacious and each room is fully equipped. Mike cooks a grand breakfast. The room we stayed in had its own private hot tub. The weather was the only down side, as the rooms and hospitality were outstanding it didn't matter. Waiheke was that much more... More

As a gift to celebrate our 40th Wedding Anniversary our family arranged for us to take a short break at Owhanake Bay Estate. It was a real delight to be so well looked after by Mike and Christy and the highlight of the package was the dinner at Mud Brick Cafe which was arranged by our hosts. Dolphins appeared in... More

Both of our weekend stays have been wonderfully relaxing. Mike and Christy are great hosts - there as much as you want but not too much. Both times we have stayed we have enjoyed the garden tour and Christy's excellent cooking! There are several enjoyable walks staying from the beach 2 or 3 minutes away. The accommodation is of the... More

Mike and Christy have created an amazing getaway on Waiheke Island. We stayed with them for two days on our honeymoon. Mike met us at the ferry upon our arrival and made sure our stay got off to a great start. He drove us the ten minutes to the property, gave us all of the information we would need, took... More