 Personal
Experience
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Bayswater Marina - This
is a relatively new marina on the North Shore of the Waitemata Harbour near
Devonport. It is in a quiet location with great views across the harbor
to the city, especially at night.
Facilities:
| Floating docks |
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Self-service Laundry |
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Yacht Maintenance Yard |
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| Toilets |
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Internet Access |
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Travel Lift |
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| Showers |
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Receive & Hold Mail |
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Chandlery on premises |
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| Power and Water at berth |
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Fuel Dock |
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Pump Out Facility |
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The Auckland City ferry stops here, making
it very easy to get to
the city without having to drive.
Mailing Address:
Bayswater Marina
Sir Peter Blake Parade
Bayswater, Auckland, New Zealand
Dockmaster: Philip Wardale
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Advantages
- Very quiet with no highway noise.
- Great views of the city, especially at night
- Auckland City Ferry stops at Marina and
access to city is quicker than by car.
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Disadvantages
- No fixed breakwater, just a wave attenuator.
- Exposed to strong winds from the South and Southwest.
- About 10K from the city across the Auckland Harbour Bridge.
- Few cruising amenities within walking distance of the marina.
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Grocery Stores -
- The closest supermarket is
New World on
Lake Rd.
- New World in Devonport at 35 Bartley Terrace.
This a larger store with more choice.
- There is also a small
dairy within walking distance, along King Edward Ave., which sells groceries, newspapers, and other small items.
Self-Service Laundry - Bayswater Marina
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Shopping Centers - Takapuna Mall
in Takapuna Banks/ATMs -
Devonport and on Lake Rd. north of the turnoff to Bayswater Marina.
Propane Gas Canister Refill - See information on Auckland.
Postal Services - Devonport and
on Lake Rd. north of the turnoff to Bayswater Marina.
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Buses -
The Link Bus operates between Takapuna and the marina. For additional information see this category on the Auckland
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Taxis - Taxi service is available, you must call to have them
pick you up at the marina. Ferry Service - Auckland Ferry stops
at the marina and travels to the Ferry Terminal across the harbor in the city.
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Chandleries -
- Boat
Bits, 51 Barry's Point Rd., Takapuna (Used and New boat parts)
- 121 Marine
Centre, 121 Wairau Rd, Glenfield
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Yacht Maintenance - See Auckland
City Yacht Services Chain Galvanizing - See
Auckland
City Yacht Services
Charts/Marine Books - Boat Bits, 51 Barry's Point Rd., Takapuna (Used
charts and books)
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Doctors -
- Dr. Simon
Hammond (General Practice),
- See Auckland City information
Dentists -
See Auckland City Medical
information
Clinics/Medical Centers -
See Auckland City
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Dermatologists - Dr. Simon
Hammond (General Practice), Although Dr. Hammond is a GP, he removed
some suspicious spots at a reasonable charge. (In New Zealand, you
must first see a GP and get a referral before going to a specialist.) Hospitals - Westlake
Hospital, 27
Karaka St., PH: 489 6358 |
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The following are services or places visited and recommended by Bob and
Judi. We can only say that our experience was a good one and we hope that
you will also have a favorable experience.
Restaurants
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- Several nice restaurants in Devonport including
Manuka Wood Fired Pizza Bar, a very good Pizza place
that cooks terrific, exotic pizzas in a wood oven.
- Also several good restaurants and cafes in
Takapuna.
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Pubs -
- Kenny's Bar and
Grill, Takapuna
- One Red Dog, Takapuna
Recommended Things to See and Do -
Devonport has great gift shops, restaurants, and cafes.
 More Information -
Devonport
Visitor Centre, Devonport
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This Page Last Updated: 17 Jul 2013
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