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Barr Cottage at Huia, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park

50 mins from the city but only a few steps from the water, staying at Barr Cottage is like stepping back in time.

Built by Bill Barr between 1935 and 1940 with materials from the original cottage of the 1880s, this charming historical cottage is a perfect place to recharge.

Barr Cottage provides easy access to stunning Huia and is a great base from which to explore the breathtaking Whatipū beach. There are boat landing or launching facilities either from the beach with a 4WD or at the nearby ramp.

Barr Cottage — External view of the cottage.
Barr Cottage — External view of the cottage.

Huia Road, Huia

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Directions and access

From Titirangi follow Huia Road for 17km all the way to Little Huia. The cottage is located at 1368 Little Huia Road, opposite the beach.

Visit Huia, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park for more access information.

Availability and prices

  • Maximum number of people

    6

    Maximum stay

    7 nights

    Check-in time

    2pm

    Check-out time

    12pm (noon)

    Summer, weekend and public holidays

    $198.00 (GST inclusive)

    Winter weekdays

    $119.00 (GST inclusive)

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Booking information

Bookings can only be made six months in advance for baches. Availability refreshes at midnight daily.

Find out about booking changes and cancellations, and booking if you are under 18, on How to book accommodation.

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom one: one queen bed.
  • Bedroom two: one queen bed.
  • Bedroom three: two single beds.

You need to supply bed linen, blankets, duvets, sleeping bags, pillows, towels, tea towels, food, mosquito repellent and personal items.

Amenities

  • Water

    Stream-fed tank supply - boil water for at least three minutes before using.

  • Power supply

    Standard domestic power supply.

  • Kitchen facilities

    Fridge/freezer, stove, microwave, toaster, kettle, pots and pans, cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery provided.

  • Toilets and bathrooms

    One bathroom with toilet and combined bath and shower.

  • Heating

    Electric column heaters are provided. Stack fire place in living room - bring your own wood.

Rules

  • Animals

    Dogs, other animals and pets are prohibited at all times.

  • Cleaning

    You must keep the cottage and surrounding site clean and tidy during your stay, and when you leave.
    To protect against COVID-19 please clean all utensils, crockery and surfaces on your arrival and departure.

  • Rubbish

    Rubbish bin in the cottage. Use the rubbish bags provided, and place tied bags in the bin outside the cottage.

  • Overnight vehicles and tents

    You may not stay in tents or camp in vehicles around the cottage.

  • Fires

    Outdoor fires prohibited at all times.

Information about the park

Huia, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park

Quiet settlement by the Manukau Harbour and part of the Waitākere Ranges.

Map of Huia, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park

Map of Huia, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park

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