Summary:
Set high above Onetangi with panoramic sea and valley views, Chardy Ridge is a spacious, luxury retreat with a private pool, hot tub, sauna, and five ensuite bedrooms, ideal for families and groups wanting comfort, privacy, and relaxed island living.
The Space:
Chardy Ridge by Stay Waiheke is designed around space, sunlight, and effortless indoor–outdoor living. The main house captures sweeping views across the coastline and vineyards, with warm interiors, clean lines, and large windows that frame the outlook in every direction.
The open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area flows directly to the outdoor terraces and pool. The living spaces are bright and calm, with generous seating and floor-to-ceiling glass that keeps the views front and centre. The kitchen is fully equipped for group cooking, whether you're preparing simple meals or sharing long dinners that move naturally outdoors.
The pool area is the heart of the home, sun loungers, a private spa, and a sauna create a relaxed zone for swimming, resting, and spending easy afternoons together. A covered BBQ area sits nearby for outdoor dining in any weather.
Three bedrooms in the main house each have king or super-king beds and their own ensuites, giving families or couples privacy and comfort. Two additional self-contained guest suites sit adjacent to the home, each with their own ensuite bathrooms, making the layout ideal for extended groups who want connection as well as quiet, private spaces.
Chardy Ridge is built for a slow, peaceful stay, room to gather, room to retreat, and views that anchor every moment.
Bed & Bath Configuration:
Master Bedroom: Super King bed (ensuite)
Bedroom 2: King bed (ensuite)
Bedroom 3: King bed (ensuite)
Unit 1: King bed (ensuite)
Unit 2: Queen bed and Double bed (ensuite)
Total: 5 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms
Parking:
Off-street parking for multiple vehicles is available on site.
Pets:
This property is pet-friendly, allowing furry family members to join the fun.
Guest Access:
Guests have full, private use of the entire property, including the main house, two self-contained guest suites, and all outdoor areas, the pool, spa, sauna, BBQ, and terraces. Off-street parking is available for multiple vehicles, and the home is accessed via a private driveway.
Early and late check-ins are available at a fee and this depends on the booking before or after your stay
The Neighborhood:
Chardy Ridge sits in one of Waiheke’s most sought-after locations above Onetangi, close to beaches, vineyards, cafés, and walking tracks.
For breakfast or coffee, Charlie Farley’s or Beach Store Waiheke are close to Onetangi Beach. For lunch, Casita Miro offers Mediterranean-style shared plates, and Three Seven Two is a relaxed beachfront option. Dinner choices range from the refined Ki Māha on Onetangi Beach to the casual energy of Three Seven Two.
Wineries nearby include Tantalus Estate, Stonyridge, Te Motu, and Wild on Waiheke, all known for long lunches, tastings, and vineyard afternoons. For something more casual and family-friendly, The Heke offers wood-fired dishes, local beer, and a lively garden bar.
Oneroa Village is around ten minutes away for boutiques, galleries, cafés, and coastal dining.
Getting Around:
Getting around from Chardy Ridge is simple. The property is about a 10-minute drive from the Matiatia passenger ferry terminal and only a few minutes from Onetangi Beach.
If you’re arriving without a car, regular bus services (routes 50A and 50B) connect the ferry to Onetangi, with a stop nearby. Taxis and e-bikes are also readily available on the island, and there’s ample off-street parking at the property for multiple vehicles.
Once you’re here, most of the island’s highlights are close by, beaches, vineyards, markets, and walking trails, so exploring at your own pace is easy.
Other Things to Note:
Please note – Minimum stays:
7 nights between mid-December and mid-January, 3 nights for holiday weekends, and 2 nights at all other times.
Pets:
This property is pet-friendly, so you’re welcome to bring your dog with you.
Like most Waiheke homes, the property runs on rainwater tanks, so we ask guests to use water thoughtfully.
Everything at Chardy Ridge is designed for a relaxed, easy stay, spacious, private, and perfectly placed for enjoying the best of the island.
Interaction with Guests:
Our Stay Waiheke team is available seven days a week from 8.30 am to 5 pm for general queries during your stay.
For life-threatening emergencies such as fire, medical events, or situations requiring urgent police response, guests must call 111 immediately.
For urgent after-hours issues that are not life-threatening, an emergency number is provided in your arrival instructions.