Description of hotel: The Boatshed Seaside Boutique Hotel in Auckland

The Boatshed is situated on a sun-drenched bay on the island of Waiheke, off the coast of Auckland. This barefoot luxury hotel is inspired by the early 1900 boatsheds that scatter the country's shores. Offering seven beautifully appointed guest suites, each with panoramic views and a high level of design detail, open fires and a relaxed pallet. Take a stroll amongst an eclectic mix of award-winning vineyards, sophisticated alfresco restaurants, artists' studios and galleries or along one of the m any deserted, golden, sandy beaches. Dining is a relaxed affair - the hotels extensive kitchen gardens supply the kitchen with daily produce to accompany what is best from land to sea, plenty of alfresco places to eat make this one of the highlights of staying at The Boatshed and something not to miss - only available to guests staying in house.