29 December 2019. Late cancellation, 8 days now available
Late cancellation, 8 days now available
At just 3 days notice, we have had a cancellation. We now have 8 days available at high peak time, Jan 2-10 2020.
We had lovely Guests, parents of a Bethell’s local, but one of them has become ill and needs to return home earlier than they had planned. It’s a disaster and huge disappointment for them. Who wants to get sick while on holiday?
This does provide an opportunity for someone else! So if you feel like an unexpected break, please get in touch and ask for a special price around these dates.
No Vacancy until November 2019
30 June 2019
Bush Sand and Sea B&B now has a Tenant until November 11 2019. Effectively, we are closed. However, we will look forward to meeting more lovely Guests in the late NZ spring and summer 2019-20. We will still be taking bookings and are always available to answer any questions from prospective B&B Guests. Our calendar is always up to date for those wishing to plan ahead. Email is the best and direct way to get in touch with us. Apologies to those who will miss out on their winter escape to our peaceful slice of heaven. Hold onto that image of spa under the stars. Kind regards, Lyn and Alan.
Looking for a Long Term Tenant
21 March 2019.
Longer stays are welcome. We are looking for a Tenant to stay either weekly or monthly during our off peak season from May to the end of October 2019.
You would not be a B&B Guest, but will be a self sufficient and independent Tenant with special terms and conditions of occupancy.
Are you interested in a 1-8 week stay at a reasonable and reduced rate to our normal costs? We can supply a unique and isolated accommodation to anyone needing a quiet place to work, either remotely, using our excellent internet, or by travelling 45 minutes by train to the CBD.
We would suit those who are re-locating, moving house, on sabbatical or holiday, etc.
From May to October 2019, the monthly rate is $2200 or $550 per week. Email us for details and to negotiate your stay.
Easter Special
21 March 2019
April 19-22 2019
Here’s a special deal for Easter weekend. Make the most of a decent break of 4 days, 19-22 April 2019
Stay 4 nights for the price of 3. A great opportunity for 4 people, but also works for 2 people.
The price for 2 people is $555, a saving of $185.
The price for 4 people is $835, a saving of $185.
Email directly for details, to confirm the price and to be booked in. Limited offer.
This mornings delights, quick pics snapped.
5 October 2018
And here is a taste of the sorts of bush delights we see on a daily basis. The Nikau tree has a peculiar habit of shedding the pod that has encased the developing flower. In full sunlight this morning, 2 trees shed the pod, revealing pink very squashed flowers. Over the day, they will open fully and spread into a fan shape.
Also, while on our bush walk down to our stream last night, we (or a friend did) spotted a baby shag. This is a sea bird and we have never ever seen one by our stream, which is about 5 km inland from the sea. You never know what you will see down our track!
Last chance to use our special deal of the off peak season
5 October 2018
There are two weekends free this month. This is the LAST chance to book our “stay 3 nights for the price of 2” deal. This deal has run through the winter months and will end on Nov 1 as our summer rates then apply.
The Bethells Cafe is now open on Saturday and Sunday, so a beach stroll and good cafe fare is a treat worth savouring.
20-23 October Now available due to late booking
5 October 2018
Labour weekend, 20-23 October 2018 has just become available again, due to late cancellation. As the spring warms up, the Bethells Valley, and our 10 acres of bush, are alive with the sound of birds. The Kereru are fattening up on the nikau berries and other fruits available. The Tuis are very actively sparring as they pair up and we see signs of nest building.
Labour weekend is a great chance to have a decent break from work! This last minute cancellation could be your great opportunity!
Long Term Stays are welcome.
17 July 2018
Longer stays are welcome. We would like to promote our Guests stay longer, either weekly or monthly. This is a change for us at Bush Sand and Sea B&B, and is in response to requests from some of our Guests over time. We anticipate that most long term stays would be during our Off Peak months of May to November, and specific Terms and Conditions will be negotiated and personalised for those who choose to stay as Independent Guests.
Normal Bed and Breakfast service will resume at most other times. If in doubt as to what will suit you best, or you wish to negotiate a stay, we are always happy to talk or email.
But are you too far from Auckland CBD?
5 February 2018
Is the distance too great to do things other than bush walk and relax? Are you too far from Auckland CBD? How far is Bush Sand and Sea B&B from Auckland’s CBD? All good and frequently asked questions. The short answer to these questions is no, we are only 45km from Auckland city, easily accessed by train.
Both distance and time are important factors when deciding where to stay. We are 48km from the airport and about 45km to the CBD of Auckland. The closest train station is at Swanson, a 12 minute drive from here. see train link Trains: www.maxx.co.nz. The 45 minute train ride ends at Britomart station, right in the CBD of Auckland. Walk out of the station straight intoQueen St with it’s many shops, or just cross the road to the waterfront, with it’s access to the Waitemata Harbour, the lovely viaduct with many cafes, the Events, concerts, Theatres and the Hauraki Gulf Islands, including Waiheke Island. We recommend that our Guests just take the train ride as an easy way to access the city and avoid traffic!
Two American couples recently stayed for 7 nights, and as they left, they commented that there is so much more they could have done from here, if only they had known! Of course Guests come here to Bush Sand and Sea B&B for tranquility from the big Cities, for peace and quiet, to be the ONLY Guests on 10 acres, and the beaches, Lake Wainamu and the native bush. And naturally the City Travel Agents promote they do city things. I also believe that they ‘fire’/send/promote Tourists out of Auckland far too fast, (perhaps to meet the demand to “see so much in too little time”) and so they travel to the fabulous Far North or down south to many other destinations. It all depends how long any person has to spend, and we ALL try to see as much as possible. We feel they miss out on so many other possibilities.
We also pride ourselves in taking an interest in WHAT Guests want to do- their ‘wants and needs’, and we are good at personalising trips, offering advice, and yes, we have bought tickets in advance for Incoming Guests when we have seen a good deal for a trip that’s on their list.
So, if you want the best of both worlds, we are not a bad option! And, no, we are not to far from Auckland’s CBD, (Central business District).
The upcoming Bethells Beach/Te Henga Community Day January 28 2018
21 January 2018
We have an exciting local event next weekend, the annual Bethells Beach/Te Henga Community Day January 28 2018. In the spirit of promoting such a wonderful event, there is now a special price on our Rates page for guests who may wish to attend.
This is a day for everyone to enjoy. Come on down to the local beach domain and join in all the activities in a fun filled day for all the family/whanau. Please remember to bring cash for purchasing raffles tickets and to buy from stalls as there is no EFT POS available.
Community Day is a not for profit/self-funded event. Money raised on the day funds the next year’s Day. It is also a fundraising day for the Bethells Volunteer Fire Service and for the Bethells Surf Lifesaving Club. Please give generously.
The Bethells Volunteer Fire Service are kept BUSY out here, (they had 4 callouts in 12 hours recently). They are an amazing group of Volunteers, who also have jobs to go to as well, and yet turn out at all hours. They provide a safety net for all Locals and Visitors and cover fire, accidents and misadventure. This is their only fundraiser. Community Day is not a big earner for them and yet they still patiently provide water slides, rides on the fire engine, etc. They are not running their usual drinks tent this year.
You will be met by children from the Bethells Surf Lifesaving Club asked for a gold coin donation. All cars are stopped at the beach end bridge. Our Lifesavers provide a hugely important service to all who swim or surf at the beach.
The programme is as follows:
Off-Road Race
Starts at 9.30am from the domain for all adults and children. Run or walk off-road race around the lake, over to O’Neill’s and back to the domain (around 14km). Call Vicki on 810 9077 for more information or just turn up at 9amish
Live Music
Come and be entertained by the stunning line up of local talent. If you would like to perform please contact Rico 8109101
The West’s Got Talent
Kid’s Talent Quest from 12.30 to 1.30pm. Always a popular event for our many talented rangatahi/youth to enter. All welcome with prizes for the winners. Register with Belinda on the day.
Cake Baking Competition
Love baking? Bring along your finest cake by 10am for judging by an experienced cake eater and maker Annette Lees. This year we are having a separate section for children up to 14 years old. A special prize for the winner of each section. All cakes will be sold off at the end of the competition to raise funds for next Community Day.
Art Tent
A great opportunity to bring along your art for sale or display. No commission. Bring your work ready to hang or sited by 9am on the day. All care will be taken with your art work.
Food Stalls/Car Boot Sales
Just turn up on the day $5 per stall
Other Activities include……
The famous water slide
Bethells Beach Surf Lifesaving Stall
Raffles
Bethells/Te Henga merchandise – T shirts, stickers, caps
Opportunity to pick up an updated local phone list
Please Note: DOGS TO BE KEPT ON A LEASH
Want to give a helping hand on the day? We welcome people from 8 – 9.30am to help set up tents and then again from 5-6pm to take down and tidy up.
Please contact Sue Beesley 8109234