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Vacation home in Sunny Bay of Islands

Holiday home with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Bay of Islands

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Road frontage
Outdoor living
Bedroom 1 King
Bedroom 2 Queen
Kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Paihia, Paihia
  • Place, Makana Chocolate Boutique
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

One Double

1 Queen Bed

One master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1

Shower only

Bathroom 2 bath + vanity

Bathtub

Toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Vacation home in Sunny Bay of Islands

Three bedroom home in Te Haumi, Paihia with well maintained cottage garden. Cute Lockwood, super sunny, and fully furnished. Many happy hours can be spent in this home with large deck and a peep of the sea. A short walk up the hill to get a panoramic view of the beautiful Bay of Islands. Just the right place for an easy holiday.

Surrounded by native bush with the awesome songs of the tui's in early morning, and the native Moreporks and even kiwi at night.

You're only minutes away from all the bay has to offer.

This is a great place to stay, loads of books and indoor games to enjoy,
Fully fenced section so OK for Pets.
Special conditions:
Please bring own sleeping bags, sheets & pillow cases, bath mat & towels, tea towels or contact owners to arrange onsite provision
Rubbish day is Tuesday. Prepaid rubbish bags available at the Countdown or Four Square in Paihia. Please ensure you remove all of your own rubbish and recyclables unless prior arrangements made.
Shoes off at door, Please

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Cleaning supplies provided including sanitising products. Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Please keep off beds, couch indoor chairs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
OK 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 20029977

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Paihia

Located in Paihia, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Paihia, Paihia

What's nearby

  • Makana Chocolate Boutique - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Paihia Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 8 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Russell Beach - 23 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vacation home in Sunny Bay of Islands pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Vacation home in Sunny Bay of Islands?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vacation home in Sunny Bay of Islands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vacation home in Sunny Bay of Islands?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vacation home in Sunny Bay of Islands located?

Situated in Paihia, this golf holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Makana Chocolate Boutique and Bay of Islands. Paihia Beach and St Paul’s Church are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 193 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 193 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place not far from beeches and amenities. Fully equipped kitchen, interestung gardens. Very Friendly and accommodating hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay. Was perfect for our trip. Great communication. Hosts very accommodating. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

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

family stay

lovely home for a family and great hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tony B.

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

Great location

Very homey and a great part of the country
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catriona G.

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

Little bit of paradise

Only wish we had longer there! Beautiful peaceful spot, but so close to explore Paihia/Russell/Waitangi.Nature on your doorstep!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M.

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

Home away from home.

We had everything we needed (and more) right at our fingertips. Hearing a kiwi calling at night was an added bonus.The house was clean, comfortable, warm and welcoming.Thanks so much Marg and Des.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim G., New Zealand

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

Nice and quiet

Nice quiet place. Very homely
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney G.

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

Paradise

Beautiful location and stunning house! enjoyed laying on the hammocks on the deck and soaking up the sunlight. Very handy to everything bay of islands has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Medadane K.

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

Excellent value for money

What a lovely place and such awesome hosts! Aside from the house ventilation being a bit noisy and firm (but still comfortable enough) beds, these were quite minor considering the price range for such a lovely space. We are very grateful, and we are looking forward to our next visit - thank you so much Marg and Des!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie B.

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

Great place

Thank you for having us, the place was great.The only negative feedback we have is one of the b dis was really hard and uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

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

We had to cancel but Margaret was great to deal with

Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rowena G.

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

Beautiful place

This home is literally a home away from home. The gardens are part of the experience. The bush walks behind the house are amazing including morepork! The house itself has everything and more. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cilla A.

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

Home Away From Home

Cute and cosy! Well equipped kitchen....had books galore, if the weather wasn’t too great 🙂... Beautiful gardens. Quiet neighbourhood. Close enough to the beaches. Fully fenced so our dog was able to walk around freely. The hammocks on the extensive decking is a must try for a lazy relaxing afternoon! Probably would be a good thing to have a blind on the shower window 😉 Thanks for having us at 21 Te Haumi 👍
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Natassia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay in your beautiful home. Thank you so much! The host was super helpful and friendly and made us feel welcome. The property was nice and warm and we really had an amazing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

joe and sonya t.

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

Winter get away

Beautiful house. We loved our stay here, heard kiwi at night from our bedroom. Really enjoyed visiting Waitangi
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen O.

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

Felt at home here

We enjoyed our stay here, everything went to plan and the house is a lovely comfortable place to be. Well equipped, made pancakes for breakfast and slept soundly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clive T.

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

Excellent

Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

montana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was great little house to stay very homely like my grandmas place when younger. Nice to sit outside and have a cuppa on the deck area. Son loved the hammock. Great to have washer and dryer
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Peaceful paradise inTe Haumi

We stayed three nights at this beautiful Te Haumi property and absolutely loved it. The house was clean and well set up, with three comfortable bedrooms and quality bedding. The kitchen and bathroom were modern, with a great shower and a bath that was perfect for relaxing after a day out exploring.The section was a real highlight - fruit trees and native bush at the back where we saw tūī and heard ruru at night. The area felt really safe and peaceful, and it was only a short drive to the beach and local walking tracks.This was the perfect base for our time in the Bay of Islands. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefan B.

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

2 night stay

We stayed 2 nights during ex tropical cyclone Tam. So spent a lot of time indoors. The house was well set up for this and we had a great time. Des checked in to see if we were okay which was nice. Could stay for a week and just read the variety of books on the shelves. Overall a comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jen O.

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

Jen

Such a cozy, welcoming home away from home. We loved it. Really well equipped and beautiful setting. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Preeti S.

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

Fantastic stay

Our family enjoyed our stay at Marg and Des place. House was clean, warm and surrounding was fantastic. We has small concern related to noise and they solved it immediately. I will recommend their place to everyone. Thank you for making
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Denise D.

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

Holiday short stay

Plenty to see and do in surrounding area…short easy drive to Paihia central, ferry , Treaty. Grounds and Waitangi golf course.Comfortable stay, very hot while we were there. Quiet street.Didn’t realise it would be someone’s home while they were away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arun C.

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

Amazing!

Very tidy and clean. Thank you for letting us stay there. All the best.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Marg & Des Civil

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We love showcasing and sharing this beautiful spot to our guests.
Many fond memories of growing up here with extended family.
We are retired and enjoy exploring our own backyard in our wee caravan.

What makes this property unique

Great place to base yourself to enjoy all that Northland has to offer.
Relax in this quiet neighbourhood or entertain friends with a BBQ or a meal on the deck.
Safe for children and pets.

Languages:

English

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