The Sands - Apartment 23 at Stay Waiheke | Apartment in Waiheke Island
2 Bedroom Apartment in Onetangi, Waiheke Island
Summary:
Apartment 23 is a relaxed ground-floor two-bedroom, two-bathroom home with a private outdoor patio and an easy, flat walk to Onetangi Beach. Set in the always-popular Sands complex, it’s a simple, comfortable base for slow mornings, beach days, and easy evenings outdoors.
The Space:
This ground-floor apartment is designed for quiet, easy holiday living. The open-plan lounge, dining, and kitchen areas face out to the private patio, helping the apartment feel bright and connected to the outdoors. Large sliding doors open directly to the outdoor seating area, making it a natural place to read, share a drink, or enjoy meals outside.
Inside, the living space is arranged so guests can spread out comfortably. The lounge has soft seating and good natural light from the patio doors. The dining table sits between the living area and the kitchen, keeping everything practical and easy for everyday use.
The kitchen is full-size with stainless appliances, generous bench space, and everything needed for simple meals at home.
The two bedrooms are set away from the living area. The master bedroom has a king bed and its own bathroom access. The second bedroom includes two single beds, well suited to children or friends travelling together. Both bathrooms are clean and functional, with tiled showers and good storage.
Shared gas BBQs are available in the common outdoor area for guests staying at The Sands.
Bed Configuration
Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Two single beds
Bed configuration: Bedroom 1 - king bed. Bedroom 2 - 2 single beds
Please note: Minimum stays: Mid December to mid January - 7 nights, holiday weekends - 3 nights and 2 nights at all other times. The gas BBQ's are shared with other guests at The Sands.
Guest Access:
Guests have full access to the apartment’s indoor and outdoor areas, along with shared use of the BBQ facilities at The Sands. Parking is available onsite. Early check-ins and late check-outs may be possible on request, depending on bookings immediately before and after your stay.
The Neighborhood:
Apartment 23 sits at the quieter end of Onetangi Beach, with a flat walk along the sand to local cafés and dining.
For breakfast or coffee, guests can head to Charlie Farley’s or the Beach Store Waiheke for relaxed mornings by the water. Three Seven Two and The Heke are nearby options for lunch, with The Heke offering a casual brewery atmosphere and family-friendly outdoor seating. For dinner, Ki Māha provides refined beachfront dining, while Casita Miro offers Spanish-inspired shared plates in a vineyard setting.
Nearby wineries include Tantalus Estate and Obsidian Vineyard, both within a short drive and ideal for wine tastings or long vineyard lunches.
Getting Around:
The nearest bus stop is on Fourth Avenue / The Strand. Buses run from Onetangi and stop close to all major wineries, including The Heke, before continuing through Oneroa Village and on to the Matiatia passenger ferry. Taxis, e-bikes, scooters, and hire cars are also available on the island, and parking is provided at the property.
Other Things to Note:
The Sands operates on rainwater tanks, so guests must be mindful of water use, especially during summer.
There is no smoking inside the apartment or on the patios. External smoke detectors are fitted, and any Fire Brigade call-out will incur a $5,000 fee charged to the guest. Smoking is permitted only in the designated picnic area.
Shared BBQs are available for guest use.
Minimum stays:
7 nights mid-December to mid-January
3 nights on holiday weekends
2 nights at all other times
Interaction with Guests:
The Stay Waiheke team is available 7 days a week, 8:30am–5pm for general queries.
For life-threatening emergencies, guests must call 111 immediately.
For urgent after-hours property issues, an emergency number is provided in your arrival instructions.
This 2 Bedrooms Apartment provides accommodation with Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, for your convenience. This Apartment features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Apartment has 2 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this Apartment has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Onetangi. Enjoy your stay in Onetangi at this Apartment.
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Amenities
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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
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