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Welcome to our homes, your best experiences.
More than a place to stay, a place where every detail is considered, every guest is welcomed, and every stay is one to remember.
Cresta Vista Retreat
The full estate, views, hot tub and serenity.
7 Bedrooms
20 Guests
1.2 ha Grounds
5.0 ★ Rating
Hilltop views across Auckland, a hot tub that catches the sunset, home theatre, arcade, and 1.2 hectares to spread out in. Thirty minutes from the CBD, and a world away from it..
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Teemos Retreat
Warm, welcoming, and full of character.
3 Bedrooms
8 Guests
Large Outdoors
4.98 ★ Rating
A cosy base minutes from the Redwoods and Te Puia. Games for the kids, bikes in the garage, morning sun on the back deck. Guests keep coming back, that tells you something.
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Special occasions
Moments worth talking about.
Cresta Vista Retreat is built for the kind of gathering people plan for months and remember forever. Private, exclusive, yours entirely.
Events & gatherings
- Exclusive use, just your group, no strangers
- Panoramic Auckland views for photos at golden hour
- Hot tub, luxury bedrooms, multiple entertaining areas
- Minutes from Markovina, Hunting Lodge and top venues
- Main home + self-contained guest house, up to 20 guests
Corporate retreats
- Fully private, ideal for confidential sessions
- Multiple breakout and entertaining spaces
- High-speed WiFi throughout
- Downtime sorted: hot tub, arcade, home theatre
- 30 minutes from Auckland CBD, away without being far
2500+
Guests hosted
2
Properties
4.98★
Average rating
3
Years hosting
What our guests say
Stays worth talking about.
Sean
Las Vegas, Nevada
Teemos Retreat
"Fantastic. The location was great, near Te Puia and the Redwoods. So quiet and peaceful. The beds were freshly made and comfy. The whole house was spotless."
★★★★★
February 2026
Alice
Teemos Retreat
"Such a beautiful place to stay — peaceful, clean, and very comfortable. Everything was thoughtfully set up. Craig was a fantastic host — welcoming, responsive, and so helpful."
★★★★★
May 2026
Leo
Cresta Vista
"Absolutely beautiful with an incredible artistic touch. The gardens are stunning, and the view overlooking Auckland city is breathtaking. A seamless and unforgettable stay."
★★★★★
May 2026
Te Awatea
Cresta Vista
"What a beautiful stay for our wedding. Our core wedding party all had their own space with all the amenities needed. Craig is a brilliant host with great communication. Highly highly recommend."
★★★★★
April 2026
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For property owners
Your home, hosted with the same care we give our own.
Mandevilla Stays co-hosts and manages select holiday homes across Auckland, Rotorua and beyond. Quietly attentive, warmly professional.
- Direct-booking website + Airbnb & Booking.com listings
- Dynamic pricing, guest screening and prompt communication
- Trusted local cleaning, maintenance and turnover teams
- Transparent monthly reporting — no surprises
2500+
Guests welcomed
4.98★
Average rating
3
Years hosting
NZ-wide
Growing portfolio