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Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location

Family-friendly holiday home in Paihia

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Sunset over the Channel from the lounge.
The deck from under the shade awning
The panoramic doors to the deck
Cozy and well appointed living area
The TV nook and fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Paihia, Far Northland
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Makana Chocolate Boutique
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master suite

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location

*** PLEASE NOTE - We have reviewed and refined all our cleaning policies and procedures to maximise protection for you and your guests. ***

From the time you arrive you will be greeted with the WOW factor, a totally refurbished property with an extensive deck which overlooks the most stunning water views. Relax on the deck and watch tall ships, yachts, dolphins and (if you're lucky) orcas make their way up and down the channel in front of the house.

This property has been totally renovated with a new kitchen; extended living area; enlarged deck; new en-suite and walk in wardrobe; interior decorating and the list goes on and on. The large master bedroom has panoramic views with a newly renovated en-suite and walk-in wardrobe. It also has plenty of room for a travel cot and other baby paraphernalia if required.

The multimedia system is comprehensive and there is a Blue-Ray/DVD player should you wish to bring disks with you - a small selection of movies is available as well.

Paihia townsfolk are famous for their friendly and welcoming character. The town is a 10 minute walk (or 2 minute drive) from the house and all its amenities and restaurants are there to explore.

It is the perfect holiday home this "Ahuru Mowai" - a comfortable relaxing haven. The ideal base from which to explore the beautiful Bay of Islands and beyond.

Your Hosts, Gavin and Anita, will welcome you to this corner of paradise and hope you thoroughly enjoy your stay.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only.

Please advise if you have very small children (toddlers) or babies so we can help you secure the deck and organise a portacot to be made available.

Parking for 2 cars only - other vehicles will need to park on Veronica Street roadside.

Please leave the house clean and tidy, a $100 cleaning fee is chargeable should the property be left in a particularly untidy state.

We do not charge a bond - however we will require an imprint of a valid credit card on arrival.

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$100.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Be aware there are elevated deck areas
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property # 20020960

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Paihia

Located in Paihia, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Paihia, Far Northland

What's nearby

  • Paihia Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Makana Chocolate Boutique - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • St Paul’s Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Te Ti Bay - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Orange Frog - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪El Cafe - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location located?

This family-friendly Paihia holiday home is located by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. Makana Chocolate Boutique and St Paul’s Church are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michelle Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with an amazing view of the bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay!

Sent a detailed review of this great property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from Home

Would recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely accommodation with stunning views

We can't emphasize enough how gorgeous the views are from this property. Not to be missed!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

cate r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing holiday home

Fabulous venue. If you go to Bay of Islands, this is the place to stay. The view is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Prosper W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property

The home is as described and provided everything we needed for your stay. The welcome basket was a lovely surprise and the home was very clean and spacious. The host provided Nespresso coffee pods which made for a quick cup of coffee to enjoy on the deck each morning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feb 2025 stay

A fantastic house with amazing views. The Bay of Islands and Paihia are amazing. It was a pleasure to stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Sunrise Views

The view from this property was stunning! Loved the deck and entertaining area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss!

Luxury property with awesome views of the bay of islands.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

As a group of 5 we had a great stay. The location was fabulous and to have a washer/dryer combo to catch up on some laundry after traveling for almost 2 weeks was such a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!

Great experience and amazing view
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

What an amazing stay! Great communication and support from Gavin, beautiful location, spectacular views throughout, phenomenal kitchen, AC in every room, great shower, the most comfortable bed we had on our 2 month trip. Don’t hesitate on this one.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views

A lovely accommodation to relax,
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natasha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Veronica view

Great location and beautiful views!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

A fabulous home in a great location. Stunning views!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coco L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views

Our group of friends arrived to a beautiful welcome basket and stunning views of Paihia. The home was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed a dinner in town the first night and then ate at the legendary Duke of Marlborough on the second night. The cruise to the Bay of Islands and the hole in the rock was perfect. Great house and lots to do for our short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie-Jayne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning accommodation

Such a beautiful place, fabulous accommodation with a spectacular view. Plenty of living space and private sleeping spaces, especially the ensuite upstairs. Would highly recommend the property and the service.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you for great accommodation

A very enjoyable stay. Even though the weather was wet we still had lovely meals out and the view from the accommodation was beautiful. The facilities in the home, bathroom /laundry and kitchen were great.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Resolution Contracting Ltd A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous!!

We had such an incredible time here! Lots of space for 6 people. Beautiful views you could watch for hours! Awesome communication with owners. We didn’t want to leave. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine O., Toowoomba, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house, great view!

Lovely house with a spectacular view. We stayed for 2 nights and wished it was longer, we hope to be back again one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

The photos do not do the house justice! The living area opening on to the deck with the views is fabulous. All of the bedrooms have the same view over the water and the master suite is separate upstairs with windows on three sides. Very well equipped house with a thoughtful welcome basket. Light and spacious. An easy 20minute walk into town, which is lovely along the water's edge around low tide.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bay of islands amazing accomodation

Such a “wow” location, thanks for adding to our kitchen reno budget, we now want a smeg gas cook top 🤣 quality place to call home whilst in the bay of islands, thank you for sharing, we will miss that deck and bay view
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Walter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view

All we hoped for! Excellent overall experience. A little tough to turn around in the drive way with a large vehicle.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jade B., scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Accomodation

Me and my family had a wonderful stay here over christmas. The accomadation is stunning and well equiped. Location is even better no matter rain or sunshine. Owners were easy to contact and on hand if needed. Great Holiday
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

The most wonderful property. We were a family of 3 generations and we were all blown away by the view, the location and the facilities. A holiday never to be forgotton.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by GavandAnita

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What makes this property unique

Fully renovated with new contemporary furniture, beds, linen, electrical goods and kitchenware

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