Sea view guest house Overview
You know what surprised me most about Sea View Guest House? It’s actually tucked away on this quiet residential street in Northcote – Heath Avenue – but you’re literally minutes from everything that makes Auckland’s North Shore worth visiting. I mean, when you see “5-star” you sometimes expect some massive hotel complex, but this place feels more like staying at your most stylish friend’s house, if your friend happened to have impeccable taste and those harbor views that make you stop mid-conversation.
The location is honestly perfect if you want to experience Auckland like a local rather than a tourist. Northcote’s got this laid-back village vibe that most visitors never discover – there’s a great little farmers market on Saturday mornings just down the hill, and you can walk to some seriously good cafes that don’t have tourist prices. The guest house itself sits up high enough that you get those sweeping water views (hence the name, obviously), and on clear days you can see right across to the city skyline. Parking was surprisingly easy too, which anyone who’s tried to navigate Auckland’s parking situation will appreciate. The owners clearly know what they’re doing – check-in was smooth, they actually gave useful local recommendations instead of just handing over a generic tourist brochure, and the rooms have that comfortable, lived-in luxury feel rather than sterile hotel perfection.
What really sold me though was the attention to detail that you don’t get at chain hotels. Fresh flowers in the room, proper coffee (not those awful pod things), and honestly the best shower pressure I’ve had in ages. The 8.5 rating makes total sense when you experience it – it’s not trying to be flashy or over-the-top, just genuinely excellent at what it does. The only tiny critique I’d have is that being a guest house, the walls aren’t quite as thick as a purpose-built hotel, so you might hear your neighbors if they’re early risers, but it wasn’t really an issue. If you’re planning to explore both the North Shore beaches and the city (the ferry into town is like a 10-minute drive away), this spot gives you the best of both worlds without the premium prices of staying right in the CBD.
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Guest Reviews
Melissa was very welcoming when I arrived we loved the spa the view and our comfy beds
Melissa was very friendly and arranged everything according to our needs.She even arranged a very nice Porta cot for my baby.Me and my daughters had a wonderful stay.Thank you Melissa.
What could be improved: Nothing I can think of.
View , pool , fish pond
What could be improved: N/a
A beautiful house, the location was great, in a pleasant, quiet neighbourhood, and only a 5 minutes drive into the downtown across the bridge. The pool and hot tub were magnificent, as was the view across to the city (especially beautiful at night)....
Beautiful place to stay and the view to the city
Our host,Melissa, was so helpful & nothing was too much trouble for her. After an overnight flight, the earlier checkin, the location, the view and room were fantastic. Would recommend it highly!
Lovely location, beautiful views over the ocean and the city. Accommodation was great and well worth the cost. Definitely recommend this spot. Easy access to Northern and Southern motorways and to the CBD Melissa is a lovely host What could be...
Unfortunately didn't get to meet Melissa personally but is lovely communicating via text. House is stunning and the location was perfect for us. My husband was competing in tournament in Browns Bay, so my girls and I were out doing experiences and...
The host went out of her way to make our stay pleasant
What could be improved: nothing
Swimming pool and spa were awesome. We got a free upgrade to their bigger suite which was awesome, thanks 😊
What could be improved: Shower was a bit cold, but the owner said he would get it sorted, everything else was great.
Sea view guest house Rooms
Choose from 1 accommodation options
Studio with Pool View
Facilities & Amenities
Everything you need for a comfortable stay
View 5
- City view
- Landmark view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- View
General 12
- Electric blankets
- Air conditioning
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Kitchen 9
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom 9
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors 8
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Garden
Services 3
- Grocery deliveries
- Private check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Wellness 6
- Kids' pool
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre
Activities 3
- Children's playground
- Hot tub
- Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area 3
- Dining area
- Seating Area
- Desk
Food & Drink 1
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility 1
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Room Amenities 4
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
Languages spoken 3
- Danish
- English
- Portuguese
Safety & security 1
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology 3
- Flat-screen TV
- Video
- TV
Great for your stay 10
- Spa and wellness centre
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Parking
- Kitchenette
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free WiFi
- Flat-screen TV
- Spa bath
Entertainment and family services 4
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
2 swimming pools Swimming Pool Swimming Pool 8
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool cover
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Fence around pool
- Suitable for kids
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed). 1
- Street parking
Other for your stay 5
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Dressing room
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Sea view guest house Location
17 Heath Avenue Northcote, 0627 Auckland, New Zealand
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