Sandpiper Ocean Cottages

We stayed here for four nights and wished it had been for longer! Our one bedder was very cute and the breakfast tray of goodies was delicious. Expect eggs, bread, jam, butter and a couple of types of cereal and milk. The cottages are nicely spaced out so you have a nice feeling of seclusion. Its an easy stroll down to the beach and my husband was out fishing in the mornings. The cottage is spacious and well furnished with books, magazines and videos for a big night in. The kitchen is well kitted out for cooking with a few condiments as well. A sneaky peak in to the visitors book shows a large number of repeat visitors and alot of locals which is a huge endorsement. The cottages are about a 10 minute drive in Bicheno which has a small IGA if you want to self cater although the options aren't great. Its also home to the Lobster shack which is not to be missed. This place is perfect if you want to breathe in sea air, walk along the beach and have peace and quiet. We look forward to going back.

There is a reason some places get a 5 star rating on Trip Advisor. Sandpiper is a perfect example. On top of a virtually deserted, in some ways wild beach, one of the biggest most comfortable beds we have slept in, wood fire, plenty of space to spread out and many more simple but effective touches that previous reviewers have touched on. You are doing yourself a disservice by not spending sometime at Sandpiper.