Activities
Saltwater Fly Fishing
For beginner to Pro, let Pro-guide Matt von Sturmer introduce you to the thrill of light tackle fly fishing around Waiheke's spectacular coastline from his purpose-built 6m boat. Practice casting on the beach then take off for half a day or a...
Scenic Flight and Heli-Fishing
Take off from our helipad to buzz around the most picturesque Island in the Hauraki Gulf: Waiheke Island - the "Island of Wine", voted 5th best island in the world by Leisure & Travel magazine! From above you'll see every bay, every...
Waiheke Horse Tours
Waiheke Horse Tours is a boutique operation on Waiheke Island's unspoiled "Far End". The horse tours take you across "Te Matuku" a private peninsula owned by Sir Rob and Lady Fenwick. Take the coastal trail along the marine reserve, ride in the...
Waiheke Community Art Gallery
The Waiheke Community Art Gallery is a non-profit group dedicated to promoting and supporting visual arts and crafts. The gallery exhibits works by local, national and international artists and collaborates on the renowned Biennial Sculpture on...
Ostend Market
A colourful weekly market with a great atmosphere. The market sells hand-made crafts, ceramics, pottery, fruit, vegetables, food, clothing and plants. The market operates every Saturday from 8.30am to 12.30pm.
Waiheke Island Historical Village
This small "village" consists of the Woolshed Museum and two cottages, which display a collection of artifacts, including the textile gallery, photography display, wool press and whaler's cauldron. It is located opposite Tantalus Estate on...
Stony Batter Historic Reserve
Stony Batter was part of the Auckland coastal defense system but fortunately Auckland was never attacked and the guns were never fired in anger. The fortifications include an underground tunnel system (entrance fee applies).
What our previous guests have said
The gift that keeps on giving, couldn't ask for any more. Thanks to the hosts Pete and Caroline, for a fantastic stay we will be back again. Rowan &
ROWAN AND REBECCA
Thanks so much for a wonderful stay. Your place is amazing but your hospitality made it even better. We had a great memorable time. Cheers!
SAIDA AND MATT
Beyond Superb!! Outstanding home, location, and warmth. Caroline and Peter feel like family. So very sorry to leave. Until the next visit thank you so much!
BILL AND SHARON
Arrived 59.364 and departed a fully rejuvenated 60.001. Thank you Caroline and Peter for your hospitality, attention to detail and all round creation of heaven
SHELLY AND STUART
I can't say enough about our experience at Marino Ridge. The property is stunning, with views to the bay from every room. The bathroom was like a spa,
CATHY AND kEN
Now we know what heaven looks and feels like… Our stay at Marino Ridge will be with us for the rest of our lives together. We cannot thank you enough
PETER & QUINN
This was the absolute perfect way to start our honeymoon. Everything was a delight - and we couldn't have asked for more gracious and kind hosts …
LISA AND SHAUN
Peter and Caroline: Thank you for sharing your slice of Paradise!
JANE AND MICHAEL
What an amazing way to start our honeymoon! The views, the island, the wine, the generosity of our hosts and their legendary hospitality...we didn't want
RACHEL & JOHN
I can't say enough about Pete & Caroline and the stay we had at their incredible home. From the minute we walked off the ferry we felt like we were
STEVE AND MEGAN