The Potting Shed Compendium
In Case of Emergency
Fire - Ambulance - Police
Dial 111
The address here: 101 Bream Tail Road, RD2 Waipu 0582
Tell them your Gate Code to give them access.
Then call David for extra assistance.
Phone: +64 21 109 1930
There is a fire extinguisher located to the left of the rangehood.
In the event of an emergency, the evacuation point is the
cattle yard at the top of the property, near the top entry gate.
First Aid
There is a small first aid kit located to the left of the rangehood. And a torch in the bedside drawer in the bedroom in the event of a power cut.
The owner’s lodge has an epi pen, an automated defibrillator and a more comprehensive first aid kit.
For these, please call the owner David, directly on
021 364 242
(emergencies only).
Kitchen Appliances
The manuals for all the appliances are in a drawer under the microwave.
COVID CLEAN POLICY
It is our obligation to provide a safe, secure and virus-free environment and will take all measures to ensure we operate in a professional and responsible way.
As such we have put into place significant measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and continue to revise our Standard Operating Procedure throughout this unprecedented situation.
All Staff are fully vaccinated.
We are flexible with cancellations due to border closures/restrictions. Whether it be a credit for a future booking or a full refund, please contact us at your earliest convenience.
Our Staff are expected to adhere to Ministry of Health rules and regulations outside the work environment.
If you test positive while staying at The Potting Shed, please advise the Hospitality Manager immediately.
If you are feeling unwell or showing signs of the flu, please let us know prior to the arrival at our facilities.
We have asked our team not to shake hands with guests.
Hand sanitiser is readily available at The Potting Shed.
We have increased cleaning and sanitation measures with a particular focus high traffic areas and surfaces
Signage, physical distancing or PPE may in place depending on the government alert level.
If any member of our team is feeling unwell they will remain at home, and if someone appears to be unwell while they are at work they will be asked to go home.
Welcome
The owners have lived on this property at Andersons Cove for more than 25 years, enjoying the creative process of constructing their dream lodge and landscaping their gardens.
Built in 2010, The Potting Shed was conceived as an art studio and quiet place for meditation and unwinding amongst the beautiful gardens.
In 2020 it was then decided that it was time for The Potting Shed to be repurposed to create an incredibly special retreat for others to enjoy, with a kitchen, bathroom, and hot tub added, among other amenities.
Set on the edge of native bush just below the working farm paddocks, The Potting Shed is completely private, being hidden from the view of any other building, far from any man-made noise, enhancing the peace and quiet.
The Potting Shed comes complete with everything you need to truly enjoy your stay. From a fully equipped Miele kitchen, Nespresso machine with capsules, Weber BBQ, an open fire to curl up beside on those cool winter evenings, and a sumptuous en-suite. Just outside the bedroom is the hot tub set at a relaxing 38°C for you to enjoy, morning and night.
Andersons Cove
Andersons Cove farm is one of only two properties with riparian rights and access to the 700m of white sandy beach, safe and quite private all- tide swimming, and fishing.
The only public access is an arduous scramble around the rocks from Langs Beach, or, of course, by sea.
Situated on 45 hectares - approx. 111 acres - here at Andersons Cove Farm we do a bit of everything. From running a small farm with sheep, steers, cows, and chickens. We maintain beautiful stands of native bush, a luscious citrus grove, fruit orchard, berry house, and picturesque gardens.
We even produce our own olive oil!
All water at The Potting Shed is from our 200,000lt supply and is filtered and UV ozone treated to the highest standard, with the purity tested on a regular basis.
Please Note:
Privacy is requested by the owners who live in their separate lodge on the beach. Guests are asked to please refrain from walking on the grass in front of the main lodge.
Entering / Leaving
The gate code you were given to enter the property will remain current for the duration of your stay.
The gates open automatically whenever you leave the property, no code required.
If you need to call emergency services, give them your code for access.
There is no key for The Potting Shed
Safe
There is a small safe in the owner’s lodge for those who need valuables stored.
However the likelihood of theft from the room is minimal, given the fact that the main gates are closed and there is CCTV monitoring.
Check in/out
Arrival and departure times are by arrangement, otherwise check in is from 2pm and check out 11am.
The Potting Shed is serviced daily from 11am. Please advise us if you would prefer total privacy.
Getting Around the Property
A golf cart has been provided for you to take down to the beach and back.
The cart MUST NOT be taken off of any formed tracks. And can only be driven back along the formed access way that you entered on, then follow the driveway in between the ponds all the way down to the beach.
Park on the grass under the Pohutakawa trees. Do not drive on the beach, you will get stuck.
Please use the park brake every time you stop and exit vehicle.
There will be
NO DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS
We have a Zero Tolerance for this, and you will be asked to leave the property if this happens.
There are hazards all around the property so we ask you to follow these rules to keep yourself safe, and make the most of your stay.
Breakfast
Breakfast has been provided for you to cook, this includes free range bacon, eggs from our free-range hens, and a selection of breads and spreads in the pantry below the microwave. There is fresh fruit in the fruit bowl, and a selection of milks and orange juice in the fridge.
If you require anything specific, please do not hesitate to ask.
Dinner
If you opted to have dinner included, this will be delivered at 6.30pm.
We recommend turning on the oven to a low heat (80°C) before your food arrives to keep your mains hot while eating your entrees.
If you opted to do your own thing, there is a selection of restaurants within 10-20 mins drive from The Potting Shed (Waipu, Waipu Cove, Mangawhai).
Or bring it all with you and cook your own dinner in our top-of-the-line Miele Kitchen.
For local provisions we recommend visiting our extraordinary local butcher, Dan, at the Mangawhai Meat Shop, 43 Moir Street, Mangawhai Village. And we recommend the 4 Square at Wood Street for fruit, vegetables and other provisions. There is another 4 Square next to the butcher. Our local Saturday morning market is another great option for all your fresh produce and breads, this opens from 8am every Saturday morning outside the Mangawhai Tavern.
Wine/Beverages
The champagne is complimentary, as are the spirits in the glass decanters.
A selection of tonic and soda is in the fridge for your enjoyment. Also, some beer. There are Nespresso capsules, teas, and hot chocolates on the bench. Please use these during your stay and leave the surplus for the next guest to enjoy.
The kitchen is fully equipped and there are manuals for all the appliances in a drawer under the microwave.
The microwave has two modes. Microwave, or grill, please make sure before using as a microwave nothing metal is left inside.
There are tea towels, wipes, and some cleaning products under the sink if needed. The rubbish bins are under the sink. Dishes left in the sink will be washed each morning when The Potting Shed is serviced.
Feel free to go feed the ducks and swans with the corn bird feed provided. The ducks will be your best friends after that!
WINE LIST
We have an exquisite wine selection available for you to purchase.
These wines have been handpicked for you to enjoy.
There is a copy of the wine list on the drinks trolley or CLICK HERE to see our online copy
Call David: +64 21 109 1930
To have these delivered to The Potting Shed
Internet
Free Wi-Fi is available, with NO password needed.
There is good cell phone connectivity at 4G for all 2Degrees, Vodafone, and Spark. In certain places on the property coverage can be limited.
Network Name: Andersons Cove Guest
TV
The TV is hidden behind the Pheasant picture on the right-hand side of the fireplace. The art is on hinges and just drops down below the TV with a slight pull/push.
To watch TV:
TURN ON with the white Samsung remote - press the power button.
To TURN OFF, hold down the power button three seconds
CHANGE CHANNELS with the SKY remote.
Netflix and other streaming apps can be accessed with TV remote, but you will need your own personal account to use. Remember to log out before you leave.
An HDMI cable is provided to connect laptops.
Music
To keep the peace and serenity of the gardens there is no stereo system installed. However, there is a BOSE Bluetooth speaker that you can connect your phone or devices to. This can be moved anywhere throughout The Potting Shed/property.
To turn on press the power button on the top of the speaker and then connect via Bluetooth on your phone.
Fireplace
The fireplace is set and ready for you to use. It is very easy to light the fire, the switch is located on the left-hand side of the mantelpiece. Turn on the left switch and then hold down the right ignition switch for 5 seconds (it looks like a light switch).
This will create an automated gas-fired flame for five minutes to ignite the wood. If the fire has not caught on by then repeat the process again.
There is more wood to burn in the baskets each side of the fire if needed, the fire will be reset, and the baskets refilled daily by housekeeping.
Air Conditioning/Heat Pumps
The air conditioning/heating is remote controlled with the white Mitsubishi Electric remote. Turn on by pressing the power button and then set to the temperature you desire (cold or warm). There are two of these units, one is in the lounge and one in the bedroom, both with separate remotes.
Outdoor Heating
There are three outdoor infrared heaters under the roof above deck. These can be turned on and set using the black remotes.
Hot Tub
The hot tub is always on and ready to use, we have it set to 38°C. this can be turned up or down depending on your preference.
To turn on the outdoor light, the switch is just inside the bedroom door to the hot tub.
We do not use any chemicals in our hot tub, only natural Silver Cove colloidal silver. Water is changed after each stay.
BBQ
There is a Weber gas BBQ under the deck for you to use, the gas is connected and turned on. To light, turn the heat control round to high, and hold down the ignitor switch. BBQ implements are stored in the kitchen.
Kitchen
Our virgin olive oil, fruit and berries, free range eggs and a selection of citrus and vegetables may be in your pantry subject to seasonal availability.
Feel free to use these ingredients in your meals as desired. The brown eggs are from our red shaver hens (the most prolific layers), the white from the Leghorn and the blue from the Araucana. Apparently, the blue eggs are cholesterol free, but we suspect this is a myth!
Ice for your drinks is in the freezer unit inside the fridge.
Bedroom
The blinds in the bedroom are adjusted by using the small remote on the bedside table. Point the remote at the windows and press the down/up button.
There are robes in the wardrobe for you to use, and beach towels for the hot tub and beach in the basket next to the door out to the hot tub.
Please enquire about the cost of these items should you wish to purchase.
Bathroom
Take time to relax and unwind in the bath, with the beautiful view out to the gardens and native bush.
Bath towels are located under the sink in the bathroom. And there are hooks for your robes behind the door.
There is a hairdryer in the vanity under the sink with different facecloths for removing makeup.
To operate the blinds in the bathroom, press the down/up arrow on the top switch panel just inside the door.
To turn on the lights, use the middle switch panel, these can be dimmed to set the ambiance.
The bottom switch panel operates the extraction fan, heated towel rails and power for the blinds. The switches for the towel rails and blinds (lower two switches) can be left on for your stay.
Lastly the digital screen is for the under-floor heating. This will be set, and can stay on for the duration of your stay. Feel free to adjust warmer and cooler depending on your preference.
What to Do at Andersons Cove
Bird Watching
There are many birds on the property which we protect by having a significant war against rats, mustelids, possums, and wild cats.
Besides our pet Khaki Campbell duck and white Mute Swan, other birds that we have seen over the past 20 years include Pukeko (swamp hen) Mallard Duck, Parakeet, Kaka, Kookaburra, Quail, Pheasant, Turkey, Peacock, Tui, Hawk, Kereru (native pigeon), Paradise Duck, Plovers, Morepork, Owl, Starling, Magpie, Kingfisher, Swallow, Skylark, Goldfinch, Chaffinch, Fringilla Finch, Blackbird, Sparrow, Myna, Thrush, Fantail, and of course on the beach and sea front, Black Back and Red Billed gulls, Caspian and other Terns, Southern Pied Oystercatchers, various Shags, Gannets, White Faced Herons and Penguins.
Can you add to the list?
Not all birds are resident at any one time, often just following a food cycle.
Walking Tracks
There are several short walks to do on the property.
Experience the native bush walk. Start just below the wildflowers, through to the berry house. While you are in there, stop and try make a call at the phone booth hidden away in the bush. 15mins each way. Or make it a bit longer and carry on down to the beach via The Terraces. 30mins each way.
Take a stroll though “The Secret Garden” below The Potting Shed. Admire the stunning flowers and noise of the waterfall. Press the green button at the end of the hedge to turn on the waterfall. (See map)
Or how about along “Pacific Highway” which gives uninterrupted sweeping views of Bream Bay, stop for a rest at Picnic point before making your way back down through “The Citrus Grove”. 1hr return.
And of course, take a walk to “The Terraces” and wind your way down though the olive trees to our very private beach. Walk along the beach until you get to the boat shed, up the boat ramp, then a bit further along the grass to find our hen house and organic vegetable garden hiding behind the brush fence.
See enclosed map for track markings and more.
THE BEACH
This stunning beachside location means a wide array of water activities are available.
Fish are plentiful, particularly Snapper and Kahawai which can be caught of the straight off beach. Or go a bit further out and try get a Kingfish off the rocks.
Swimming aides (body boards, surf boards and lifejackets) kayaks, stand up paddle boards, tennis racquets, balls and petanque equipment are all available and ready to use at your leisure. These are all set up on the lawn above the western end of the beach.
The beachside tennis and petanque court is available for use anytime.
Equipment is located next to the cape cod chairs on the lawn above the beach.
All equipment for these activities is included in the tariff.
Call David to arrange any equipment that you may need.
David - 021 109 1930
OFF THE PROPERTY
Te Araroa Walk - Bream Tail Mangawhai Section
For anyone a bit more adventurous, Bream Tail Road is part of the Te Araroa walking track, from Cape Reinga to Bluff. This part of the track takes you through some gorgeous farmland, then out along the spectacular coastal cliff tops all the way back to Mangawhai, this will take about 3.5 hours each way, or one way pick up can be arranged from the other end and brought back to Andersons Cove. This track is not accessible at 2 hours either side of high tide.
Langsview Track
The Langsview track follows the stunning Brynderwyn Range ridge line and begins 400m south of the beginning of Bream Tail Road.
Take the track all the way to the trig, where there are amazing views of the countryside – north across Bream Bay, south down the Mangawhai coast and out to the offshore islands. Return down the way you came or pick up can be arranged from some of the many tracks the Langsview track meets up with.
Duration: 3.5hours each way
Difficulty: Easy
Length: 6.5km each wa
Tanekaha Falls Track
Tanekaha Falls track is located 10mins drive out the back of Mangawhai Heads. This beautiful track follows a stream up the southern side of the Brynderwyn Ranges passing through mixed kanuka/tanekaha forest with groves of tree ferns and nikau palms.
The first waterfall tumbles into a nice swimming hole with the track crossing below, followed by a steep climb up, before proceeding at an easy grade to the second fall. Several stream crossings requiring some care between the first waterfall and the top of the track. Once at the top, the track then meets up with the Langsview Track from there you can carry on to the trig.
Duration: 1.5-2hours to the waterfalls each way (longer to trig)
Difficulty: Easy-Med
Length: 3km each way
Extras
We can arrange for any massage/spa treatments either in The Potting Shed or down on the beach (if the weather allows)
Fishing/boat Charters – Spend the day exploring the area from the water, or even better, see if you catch your dinner!
Charters leave/return from our very own beach
Beachside Clay Target Shooting – Test your skills, let us take you down to the beach to unleash on some clay targets!
Call David for more info or to arrange any of these activities
Emergency Info
There is a small first aid kit next to the range hood in the kitchen as well as a fire extinguisher in the event of a fire, and a torch in the bedside draw in the bedroom.
The main Lodge has an epi pen, a defibrillator, as well as a more equipped first aid kit.
In the event of needing these please call the owner David directly on
021 364 242
(emergencies only)
Emergency phone numbers
Police/Fire/Ambulance - 111
Mangawhai Medical Centre - 09 431 4128
Physio - 09 431 4476
Dentist - 09 431 5584
Osteopath - 09 431 3155
Optician - 09 431 4861
Useful phone numbers
Accommodation Manager
David – 021 109 1930
Property Manager
Tony - 021 0276 2035