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Sunset Ridge
Phone: 0210792827
Email: steveandkeryn@gmail.com
We are on Google Maps as Sunset Ridge, feel free to check there to see more details and photos/reviews
You're welcome to stay here whether you are self contained or not, we have a portaloo so we can also accommodate people staying in tents and non self-contained vehicles.
We also added a filtered drinking water tap and cold outdoor shower so you can put your togs on and cool off this summer!
Our place is a great location for a few guests. You will be parking on an old horse arena, which has fairly good drainage even with rain. That's the advantage of being on a ridge. It can be windy at times, but we don't get flooded!
We have a simple spot to park on a lifestyle property near to the Helensville township, overlooking a valley. We get quite a few beautiful sunsets here. It's nice and dark at night so if it's clear, you get a great view of the stars. Plus it's pretty quiet!
We have a small flock of sheep (which are roaming around keeping our lawns short - please shut the gate behind you as they love to run out on the road and we would be very sad to lose our pet lawnmowers!). Some of them may even let you give her a pat on the head if you are lucky, but please don't chase the sheep! We have hens roaming around and may have other small animals that you can meet. We also have hand raised mallard ducks around, so they bring their babies back in the spring.
You'll love staying here because it's a great location, 5 minutes drive from Helensville where there are multiple places to eat, great op shops for the thrift hunters and hot pools for fun and relaxation. There's also a good laundromat on the main road through Helensville if you have laundry needs.
Unfortunately the nearest public dump stations are at Albany and Henderson.
If you love the forest, then Riverhead forest has some amazing tracks to explore on foot, bike or horseback.
Muruwai beach is not too far away if you want to visit a beach, and there is an amazing lake not quite so close by if you take a drive up South Head.
Pets aren't allowed as a rule, however if you have a very quiet pet we don't mind if you ask beforehand. We don't want barking dogs to annoy other campers or ourselves! And definitely no animals that would chase sheep, cats, chickens, guinea pigs or rabbits.
We are working on converting a bus into a motorhome ourselves, which is also parked on the side of the arena, so from time to time I make a bit of noise cutting some wood or sanding, but we are nearing completion now so mostly our work is fairly quiet and noisy work is infrequent.
We have a handful of parks available, so if you have friends who you want to camp with, this could be an ideal spot for you.
We only have the ability to offer one powered spot currently, so call ahead to prebook it. The best way to contact us is by phone.
We look forward to meeting you!
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Sunset RidgePrivate owner organisation |
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North Island β· Auckland Region β· Auckland |
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7 Days 9am-9pm |
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Basic Camping
Reviews
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5.0/5
What a wonderful/fun place to stay.
Sheep and chickens greeting you at all times. The host went above and beyond making sure I had what I needed. I had lost all ability to navigate by phone and they directed me to get a new plan, which I did and I am so grateful. Thank you!!!! You made me feel at home after a rough day
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5.0/5
Stayed two nights in my van as a solo female traveler, felt so so safe and had such a lovely time with the hosts and their super friendly pets!
Flat grass area to park, toilet and fresh water, beautiful views and very convenient location.
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5.0/5
Beautiful place!
Keryn is a very thoughtful, kind and lovely host. We would love to come visit again!
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5.0/5
We vonden dit echt een top plek.
Super rustig en echt toeristisch. De eigenaar is een aardige vrouw die graag te hulp schiet. Er lopen ook schapen rond die je kan aaien. Daarnaast is er ook echt een top zonsondergang te zien!
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5.0/5
Kieran is such a lovely host and great for a chat.
Very scenic and quiet spot, share the paddock with the sheep and some adorable lambs. Nice sunset. Very affordable $15/night. Free water and a portaloo.
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5.0/5
We loved our overnight stay at Sunset T Sunset Ridge, hosts Kerryn & Steve very friendly.
Was able to have campfire, sunset was beautiful, quiet & dark for sleeping. Sheep and chickens also friendly. Toilet clean. What more could you want π Highly recommend ππ
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5.0/5
Lovely host happy to have a chat Great view We have miss the sunset twice now (lol) but will try to see on away back Will definitely come back here again
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5.0/5
Perfect location, amazing value for money, and very good facilities, we were surprised to be able to use an outdoor shower, a fridge / freezer, a very toilet and an amazing sunset.
Lots of sheep friends and very welcoming owners, this is a must stay, thank you so much guys.
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5.0/5
Thank you so much!
If you love:
far views,
a romantic sunset with a campfire (if it's not windy),
a super clean toilet,
filtered drinking water,
an open air shower (not too cold, actually), interesting talks to the lovely and helpful host,
travel infos from locals,
personal space, that means just a handful other travellers around you (there were just 3 parties when we stayed) and
a low cost overnight fee -
this place is the right choice ππ
We loved it
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5.0/5
What a wonderful/fun place to stay.
Sheep and chickens greeting you at all times. The host went above and beyond making sure I had what I needed. I had lost all ability to navigate by phone and they directed me to get a new plan, which I did and I am so grateful. Thank you!!!! You made me feel at home after a rough day
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5.0/5
Beautiful place!
Keryn is a very thoughtful, kind and lovely host. We would love to come visit again!
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5.0/5
Stayed two nights in my van as a solo female traveler, felt so so safe and had such a lovely time with the hosts and their super friendly pets!
Flat grass area to park, toilet and fresh water, beautiful views and very convenient location.
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0.5/5
Horrible, the area where we park the camper van is full of sheep shit, you can hardly walk.
Around abandoned equipments, it's ugly. Plastic construction site toilets, clean enough. One shower head outside.
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5.0/5
We vonden dit echt een top plek.
Super rustig en echt toeristisch. De eigenaar is een aardige vrouw die graag te hulp schiet. Er lopen ook schapen rond die je kan aaien. Daarnaast is er ook echt een top zonsondergang te zien!
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5.0/5
Kieran is such a lovely host and great for a chat.
Very scenic and quiet spot, share the paddock with the sheep and some adorable lambs. Nice sunset. Very affordable $15/night. Free water and a portaloo.
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5.0/5
We loved our overnight stay at Sunset T Sunset Ridge, hosts Kerryn & Steve very friendly.
Was able to have campfire, sunset was beautiful, quiet & dark for sleeping. Sheep and chickens also friendly. Toilet clean. What more could you want π Highly recommend ππ
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5.0/5
Perfect location, amazing value for money, and very good facilities, we were surprised to be able to use an outdoor shower, a fridge / freezer, a very toilet and an amazing sunset.
Lots of sheep friends and very welcoming owners, this is a must stay, thank you so much guys.
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5.0/5
Lovely host happy to have a chat Great view We have miss the sunset twice now (lol) but will try to see on away back Will definitely come back here again
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5.0/5
Thank you so much!
If you love:
far views,
a romantic sunset with a campfire (if it's not windy),
a super clean toilet,
filtered drinking water,
an open air shower (not too cold, actually), interesting talks to the lovely and helpful host,
travel infos from locals,
personal space, that means just a handful other travellers around you (there were just 3 parties when we stayed) and
a low cost overnight fee -
this place is the right choice ππ
We loved it
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5.0/5
Highly recommend!
Steve and Keryn are incredibly nice hosts, being around all the animals is great and you get a nice view with stunning sunsets.
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5.0/5
For a self-contained unit this is an ideal stop off not far from Auckland.
The proprietors are super helpful. We had a problem with our water pump. Keryn fixed it, no problem. Small friendly site, super view of sunset sheep around your van very quiet. We stopped a second time on our way back from the north. Would definitely come again highly recommended.
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4.5/5
sunset.
Great no facilities place friendly hosts brilliant
Security guard with water pistol!
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5.0/5
The host was super friendly and excited to have us.
We contacted her day of and she got back to us right away. It's a little farm right outside of Auckland with horses and sheep. Unfortunate we arrived well after dark and left early in the morning, it would have been nice to spend more time.
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5.0/5
Staying at Sunset Ridge was a great experience.
I loved seeing the sunsets, the stars on the clear night, the peace and quiet and the nearby hot pools and op shops. The hosts are friendly and helpful, I highly recommend staying here.
