Brian and Alison Walker traded the bustle of city life for the beauty of Waiheke Island in the 1980s. Brian brought his dream to life by building a successful Four Square in Oneroa, while Alison’s passion for education found its place at the local school.
Their story shifted when they ventured into hospitality, taking over the Roanna Maree motel on Onetangi’s stunning beachfront. There, they managed the motel, built six apartments, and created a home in one of the most enviable locations around. In the early 2000s, they expanded to Aotea, Great Barrier Island, dedicating 36 hectares to a conservation project that reflects their deep love for nature. While Aotea offers off-the-grid living, Onetangi provides a serene retreat with all the comforts of home.
The Walkers love for these islands inspired them to create this website, inviting you to discover Waiheke’s breathtaking beaches, local vineyards, artisans, and treasures enjoyed by locals.
If you’re looking for accommodation, why not stay at one of the Walkers apartments right on Onetangi Beach.
Sustainable Tourism Commitment Our Commitment to Sustainable Tourism
We are committed to sustainable tourism and are proud New Zealanders. We are inspired by what nature brings to us daily and count ourselves lucky to be part of the wonderful and diverse Waiheke community.
As part of our commitment to sustainable tourism, we encourage you to consider how you can be a great tourist. We encourage you to:
- - Care for land, sea, and nature
- - Tread lightly and leave no trace
- - Travel safely, showing care and consideration for all
- - Respect culture
- - Travel with an open heart and mind
Thank you for joining us in supporting sustainable tourism and preserving our beautiful environment.
To read more about our efforts in sustainability, click here.
Hosts
Escape to the sun-kissed shores and azure waters of Waiheke Island. Our Onetangi beachfront rentals allow you to immerse yourself in the island’s charm, providing easy access to local attractions, including top-tier vineyards and pristine beaches.
Discover the real magic of our accommodation through the voices of our guests—because why just take our word for it when you can hear their firsthand experiences!
Great location, large size apartment, very comfy bed and very pleasant staff. The information about island, how to get there and general assistance provided beforehand was excellent and stands out from other bookings for sure. Thank you.
The apartments were spotlessly clean and well maintained. Kitchen had everything you needed for cooking.
Exceptional service, booking was easy especially as I needed accommodation for 15 people.
The views on the beach front apartments were amazing and there are 3 restaurants within 2 minutes walking distance.
The apartment was spacious, comfortable and light. The situation was absolutely stunning and it was wonderful to be able to simply stroll across the road to one of New Zealand's most beautiful beaches. We thought the staff were without exception extremely helpful and considerate.
Waiheke excellence
We loved our stay at this excellent property. It is perfectly located on Onetangi beachfront. We enjoyed relaxing to breathtaking vistas of the ocean and listening to the sound of waves breaking on the beach. High quality features in this comfortable apartment made for a very enjoyable a holiday. Perfect!
Idyllic Setting
I wanted to get away and recharge my soul. Taking my small dog with me, this was the perfect location, right on Onetangi Beach where you could hear the waves at night. A great property for a family or going solo. This place hit the mark. Thank you.
We had a wonderfully, relaxed & comfortable stay. We love the location, friendly staff & the apartment we stayed in this last trip was amazing! we will definitely be returning!
Stayed on the island for a family wedding just perfect. Amazing restaurants and bars literally 20m away!
Magic Location
Thanks for a wonderful week on the beach at Onetangi. World class beach and the view from raised deck is second to none. Will book again. Mark.
Awesome holiday spot
Thanks for sharing such a special home - it was perfect for us, especially as we were travelling with older parents who could easily access all the amenities of the house and the short walk across to the beautiful beach was just perfect.
Great house and location
It’s a great house and a wonderful location. Right across from the beach and a few restaurants on the street. It was perfect for our family. Kitchen had everything you’d need to cook, the garden area is nice and provides some private outdoor area. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Loved our stay in Brian and Alison's townhouse right on Onetangi Beach. It was perfect for our family of 4 and our little pup. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare a full meal and the lounge is lovely and big which means plenty of space to spread out. We were there during Cyclone Hale so being able to swim in the cold ocean and then be in the hot spa a few mins later was a real treat.
Awesome and spacious
This house was fantastic. We were blown away by the size and quality of the property, beautiful and luxurious. Owners were great at communicating info to us. The beach is across the street, literally. Every amenity you could want. The upstairs master bedroom is stunning with ocean views.
Note: The six Onetangi Beach Front Apartments and Main Residence are owned and maintained by Brian and Alison. These apartments have a separate management and reception to the original Roanna Maree / Onetangi Beach Apartments.