Schooner Bay Retreat is a whole-house retreat at 82 Schooner Bay Rd, Great Barrier Island, Hauraki Gulf Islands, rated 5.0 from 6 Google reviews. Reviewers mention the views, the gardens, a private waterfall and a peaceful setting, and one describes the home as a unique design with Japanese touches.
A remote island retreat is judged on its privacy, on how well it copes with the weather and on how far it is from shops and fuel. Island stays need planning, since ferries, supplies and road access can change with conditions. It helps to check what is supplied, such as linen, cooking gear and fuel, so you pack what you need. Regulars often plan a slow stay, using the walks and the coast rather than long drives.
For a quiet stay with sea views on Great Barrier Island, Schooner Bay Retreat is worth a look.