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Havelock North base for families & groups - plenty of space & indoor/outdoor fun

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Deck and spa.
View from top floor.
Front of house
Spa (fits four)
Lounge

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14240 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Havelock North, Havelock North
  • Place, Village Vineyards
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Black Barn Vineyards
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Arataki Honey Visitor Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Havelock North base for families & groups - plenty of space & indoor/outdoor fun

A comfortable, uncluttered home ideal for families or groups visiting Hawke’s Bay. Set over three levels, the house is easy for groups, with multiple living areas and practical touches that make longer stays simple.

You’ll find board games, books and toys, along with extra pillows and blankets to keep everyone comfortable. Outside, there’s a trampoline in the front yard, plus a basketball hoop and a volleyball/badminton net in the backyard for casual outdoor fun. A table tennis table and a Crazy Catch rebound net can also be made available on request. There’s also a basic spa pool on-site – a simple, relaxing bonus after a day out exploring.

Located in Havelock North, you’re well placed to enjoy everything the region has to offer, from beaches and parks to wineries and walking trails. Te Mata Peak is close by for great views, and you’ll be spoiled for choice when it comes to food and wine. Black Barn Vineyards is nearby – around a 2-minute drive or approximately a 20-minute walk – making it an easy option for lunch, wine, or a relaxed outing.

At the end of the road are three local schools – Havelock North High School, Havelock North Intermediate, and Te Mata School – roughly a 10-minute walk or about a minute by car. Outside school hours, guests can make use of the public-access areas, including:
• Tennis courts
• Basketball / netball courts / hoops
• Sports fields suitable for soccer, rugby, cricket, and throwing a frisbee
• Playgrounds

Whether you’re gathering for a celebration, attending a local event, or simply enjoying a break with loved ones, it’s an easy, welcoming base for making the most of your time in Hawke’s Bay.

On request
• Table tennis table
• Crazy Catch rebound net
• Bikes
• A small selection of basic gym equipment
• Tennis equipment (rackets + balls)
• Sports balls: soccer balls, basketballs, netballs
• Extra beach towels (plenty available)
• Chilly bin / cooler
• Picnic rug

Special conditions
• There are three internal staircases and no stair gates – please bring your own if needed.
• The trampoline is in the front yard and does not have a safety net; use at your discretion.
• It’s a peaceful spot with lovely neighbours, so we ask guests to keep things quiet in the evenings.
• Please strip the beds you’ve used before checkout – this helps our cleaner know what to change.
• We try to be flexible where we can; if you have a request, let us know in advance and we’ll do our best.

Extras
• Cleaning (required): NZD 160 per stay
• Linen and towels provided

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
This is a multi-storey house so there are stairs.
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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
Please strip the beds you have used before checking out, this will let the cleaner know which beds need to be changed.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Havelock North

Havelock North is home to this holiday home. Te Mata Peak and Cornwall Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Splash Planet and Hawke's Bay Exhibition Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Pekapeka Wetlands and Amazing Maze 'n Maize. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Village Vineyards - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Black Barn Vineyards - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Arataki Honey Visitor Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Te Mata Estate - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Te Mata Peak - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Havelock North Rugby Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Farmhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peak House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Te Mata Figs Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Havelock North base for families & groups - plenty of space & indoor/outdoor fun pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Havelock North base for families & groups - plenty of space & indoor/outdoor fun?

As of 6 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Havelock North base for families & groups - plenty of space & indoor/outdoor fun on 17 March 2026 start from NZ$556, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Havelock North base for families & groups - plenty of space & indoor/outdoor fun?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Havelock North base for families & groups - plenty of space & indoor/outdoor fun?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Havelock North base for families & groups - plenty of space & indoor/outdoor fun?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Havelock North base for families & groups - plenty of space & indoor/outdoor fun located?

This family-friendly Havelock North holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Village Vineyards, Black Barn Vineyards and Arataki Honey Visitor Centre. Te Mata Estate and Te Mata Peak are also within 3 miles (5 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. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great stay

Lots of room and bathrooms had everything we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

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

Holiday Home In Havelock

Great place to stay, plenty of room for all of us. House had everything you could possibly need and more. Great location, not far from where we wanted to go. Would stay there again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

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

Really Enjoyable

A group of 12 of us stayed at this property for a couple of nights and it was absolutely brilliant. Such a spacious and inviting home with plenty of space to accommodate large groups. Angela was easy to deal with and we all had a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don W.

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

roomy

great place to stay lots of space snorers in the top level ever one below would highly recommend for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was A1 ,would highly recommend. Will definitely use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

andy j.

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

Great for families

Plenty of space, we had 3 families and all had their own space. Well equiped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B., Auckland, New Zealand

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

Good place to stay

Hired two homes to house a football team at the Napier tournament. Suitable for what we needed for the long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yazmin S.

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

Family getaway

What a privilege it was to spend the weekend at this beautiful family home. Warm, welcoming and homely. Perfect for our big group. 5 stars all round!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

Stay in Havelock for the marathon

Had a great two nights at this property. Plenty of space for our large group. Very warm in the cool autumn weather. Spa was a bonus. Just what we needed. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brigid D.

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

Sporting group stay

Lovely home, lots of space. Really clean and easy to communicate with. The hot tub and massage chair were a great added bonus! We will definitely be back. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Deb J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lovely place but check the bed configuration

A really nice place with everything we needed. Only downside was that we didn’t check the bedroom configuration. With the listing stating it could host up to 12 people we thought it would be comfortable for our party of 9 but with three single bedrooms, two of the kids were on mattresses. Older teens weren’t a fan!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Alison P.

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

Great house for a family group of up to 10

The owner was excellent to deal with. We enjoyed the spa and the big table on the deck seated 10 (not pictured in the online listing). The house had everything we needed for a relaxed extended family holiday. It's the family's home, so there is plenty of cutlery & crockery, and also supplies for baking, cooking, laundry etc, which was a bonus. However, this also meant there was no space for our things: An empty drawer here or there would make a big difference. Also, bear in mind if you have more than eight people, the extra people will be in a fold-out sofa bed and one will be in a child's bed, neither of which is comfortable for adults. The location was good - within 20 minutes you can ride a bike (bikes not supplied) to about 5 vineyards.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Great stay

We really appreciated the homely comfortable environment.

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

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

Great weekend

We had a great weekend in Hawkes Bay. The house had plenty of room for adults and children. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Pei O.

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

Nice place

Nice place to stay with big family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Great Spacious house

Thanks again. Great place,relatively central!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

Perfect for what our group needed

Perfect for what our group needed. We stayed in the Hawkes Bay for a wedding. Angela was very accommodating. Thanks again!

10/10 Excellent

Brian P., Palmerston North

Very good

Very good. Property well-equipped and very clean. It lived up to our expectations. An interesting house. We would have liked more cupboard space to have been cleared.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

shaun b.

Really big house with lots of beds and space.

Really big house with lots of beds and space. Great be large groups.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Daphne R.

This is an absolutely amazing property for a multi family group with young children.

This is an absolutely amazing property for a multi family group with young children. There are so many inside and outside toys that we got out very few of the toys we had brought with us. The kids loved things like the pretty plastic plates, the lights in some of the taps, the playhut, the trampoline, the books, and the boxes of toys full of treasures. The adults loved the good facilities in bathrooms and kitchen, the many different areas, and its convenient location.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Del and Ian V.

Great family room downstairs that was welcoming and comfy.

Great family room downstairs that was welcoming and comfy. Tidy house with great linen. Location was great, only 15 minutes from Hastings and 20 mins from Napier. Havelock North village was minutes away and had a great local park and outdoor pools. The property suits a family with young kids, with heaps of toys for the kids to keep them entertained. It also has a lot of stairs so may not suit elderly. Great sheltered deck area for lounging. Enjoyed our stay here, would recommend to others.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

Huge house.

Huge house. My grandchildren enjoyed the various spaces available. The adults can have a quiet space on their own if they chose to. The deck area is fabulous. My daughter brought some of her children's toys with them but they were not needed because there were lots of toys left for them to play with (good quality ones too). Kitchen was well equipped. All around it was wonderful. Location is fantastic. Near vineyards which my daughter and her husband enjoyed.

About the host

Hosted by Adrian

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I’m local to Hawke’s Bay and make the house available when it’s not in use. It’s a relaxed, practical place that suits families and groups, and I aim to make the stay as easy and comfortable as possible. I’m nearby if needed, but happy to give guests their space.

Why they chose this property

Havelock North has a great village feel, with walking tracks, parks, and green spaces I enjoy regularly. It’s a quiet spot, but still well located for reaching the beach or exploring the rest of Hawke’s Bay. I like the slower pace, but there’s always something nearby if you want it.

What makes this property unique

The house is spacious, private, and easy to settle into. It’s peaceful and quiet here, ideal for groups wanting room to relax and spend time together. It’s not overly styled, but it’s clean, comfortable, and set up with everything you need for a simple, enjoyable stay.
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