About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Applaud BnB in Drury offers a 4-star adults-only bed and breakfast experience. Guests enjoy a sun terrace, lush garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: The bed and breakfast features a lounge, bowling, shared kitchen, waterpark, outdoor seating area, picnic area, full-day security, breakfast in the room, and luggage storage. Free on-site private parking is available. Delightful Breakfast: A continental or buffet breakfast is served, including juice, cheese, and fruits. Guests appreciate the attentive host and the beautiful garden. Local Attractions: Auckland Botanic Gardens are 11 mi away, Howick Historical Village 17 mi, and Mount Smart Stadium 18 mi. Other nearby points of interest include Ellerslie Events Center and One Tree Hill.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Shirley
United States United States
You are made to feel like you are at home right away. The BnB is kept very clean. The property has lots of quite outdoor space for you to enjoy sitting with a coffee or visiting with the farm animals.
Benjamín
Argentina Argentina
Robert and Marie are amazing hosts! They were so kind and helpful throughout our stay, making everything very easy for us. The communication was excellent and they were incredibly accommodating with our needs. We felt very welcome and would...
Peter
New Zealand New Zealand
Warm welcome. Beautiful water garden in front of room. Peaceful country feel even though not far new development
Helmi
Germany Germany
Very spacious and clean. Fun animals on the grounds.
Lalith
New Zealand New Zealand
What a truly wonderful place to stay! Robert and Marie, your incredibly warm welcome made me feel right at home from the moment I arrived. I'll definitely be back and will highly recommend your lovely place to everyone!"
Tomas
United States United States
Very good location, very nice host and great garden and the deck. Rooms are separate small buildings in the beautifully landscaped back yard. I enjoyed my stay, but you should not expect the regular hotel room and must enjoy quirky and interesting.
Karen
Canada Canada
We loved the fact that this is an honest to goodness Bed and Breakfast in the traditional meaning of the words. You are getting a room in the host’s home, you live with the family, share the common areas and even meet and live with other guests. ...
Maro
United States United States
The lovely animals, huge deck, inviting outdoor scenery. Robert and Marie were excellent hosts. Comfortable bed.
Carlos
New Zealand New Zealand
Marie and Robert are wonderful and warm hosts who make a stay a pleasure. I had a complicated schedule of arrival and departure times plus late events and Roberts just made it work for me. I am delighted!
Howard
United States United States
Very friendly proprietor, property as described, good location, and nice yard. There was never any competition for shared facilities.

Hosted by Robert and Marie

9.4
Host Review Score
Robert and Marie
We welcome all guests to enjoy our large modern and spacious rooms. A help yourself continental breakfast is part of the tariff. This can be enjoyed in the very large dining area or on the extensive spacious deck. The deck offers a peaceful country vista with private areas and seating that allow for quiet times. Many enjoy meeting our pet friendly animals, especially dot the donkey. There are also sheep, 3 very cute small goats along with our very well behaved 2 dogs and the cat. There is plenty of fresh air, surrounded by farmland and embellished with colourful flowers, guests can eat from one of the many local eateries that offer an extensive takeaway service. Relax under one of the many sun umbrellas or enjoy some of the many local attractions including Gliding, Hiking (Hunua Falls) or take a 30 minute trip to the beach. Many guests take the opportunity to visit Hobbiton (Matamata) or the Waitomo Caves. Others use the train to access Auckland Central and enjoy the hassle free train trip and relax on the deck, in the large spacious lounge with a large screen TV, or in their spacious and modern rooms, taking in the fresh air and farm and garden views in a very private setting.
Our names are Robert and Marie. We enjoy sharing the homestead and varied experiences with others. Marie has been a caregiver for over 10 years in the past. Roberts varied careers include engineering, marketing, and business and Life Coaching. Outside are extensive gardens of both flowers and vegetables which is a hobby of Marie's. You are able to enjoy your Continental Breakfast either in the extensive inside dining area or on the deck under the super sized umbrella.
Only minutes from the motorway Drury is one of the last country settlements left on the outskirts of Auckland. Walking distance to local doctors, beauty and hair salons,chemist, post shop, cafes and bakeries and specialist butcher and fruit shops makes this a very relaxing choice before heading South , or to the City.
Languages spoken: English,Telugu

Area info

Amenities of Applaud BnB

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Curfew
The entrance to the property is closed between 22:00 and 07:00
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 40 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property is strictly nonsmoking. If evidence of smoking is found in the rooms, an additional cleaning fee may apply.

Payment via PayPal is also available. You will be contacted by the property to arrange payment.

Please note a continental breakfast is included in all rooms except the Small Single Room where it can be ordered for an additional NZD $10. A fresh platter is available for NZD $15 per person .

Please note that guests must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide their Vaccination passport upon arrival.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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