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10/10 Excellent
Marty N.
5 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marty N.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Apartment
Arabella Hideaway
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
- Spa pool on site
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchenette
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Barbecue
Explore the area
Opua, Northland Region
- Bay of Islands MarinaPlace, Bay of Islands Marina2 min drive
- Paihia BeachPlace, Paihia Beach3 min drive
- Paihia WharfPlace, Paihia Wharf4 min drive
- Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)25 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area
About this property
Arabella Hideaway
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Enjoy the exclusive use of the hot tub on your private deck area. Arabella hideaway is a peaceful escape for couples where you can do as much or as little as you like. Explore the beautiful bay of Islands or simply soak up the peace and tranquility of your forest surroundings. Arabella Hideaway is a fully self contained studio unit that has been tastefully decorated for your comfort. It has a newly upgraded kitchenette and separate bathroom featuring a full laundry discreetly tucked away. You have access to your own private deck and hot tub right outside of your door. A great deal of time and expense has gone into making sure Arabella Hideaway is a place you just can't wait to return to.
Just a 5 minute drive to Paihia, the gateway to the Bay of Islands or 2 minutes to the car ferry to take you to the historic village of Russell. Opua is the perfect place to base your holiday in the bay
Just a 5 minute drive to Paihia, the gateway to the Bay of Islands or 2 minutes to the car ferry to take you to the historic village of Russell. Opua is the perfect place to base your holiday in the bay
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About the area
Opua
Located in Opua, this apartment is by the sea. Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and Makana Confections are also worth visiting.
Opua, Northland Region
What's nearby
- Bay of Islands Marina - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Paihia Beach - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
- Paihia Wharf - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
- Haruru Falls - 9 min drive - 10.5 km
- Russell Beach - 20 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
- Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 30 min drive
Restaurants
- CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - 7 min drive
- Charlotte's Kitchen - 7 min drive
- Orange Frog - 7 min drive
- Breeze Cafe - 8 min drive
- Seaside - 22 min drive
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ella P.
2 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was incredible! Check in process was so easy, the place was beautiful and hosts were so caring. Spa is so nice to relax in after a day walking in the local trails. Location is close enough for a great walk to the local opua store. Views are insanely beautiful and the room as a whole is so clean and comfortable. Loved my stay here so much and wish I booked more days.
Ella P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2025
Thanks Ella. It was a pleasure to have you stay with us. We appreciate your business and the respectful way that you treated the property. We do hope that you will visit us again soon in the beautiful bay of islands.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
shonda h.
19 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place. Met all of our needs!
shonda h.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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