House boat
Wooden Ketch "Te Tainui"
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Highlights
- Wake up on the wavesA rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
- Discover nearby landmarksNear Bay of Islands Marina
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Non-smoking
Explore the area
Opua, Northland
- Bay of Islands MarinaPlace, Bay of Islands Marina3 min walk
- Paihia BeachPlace, Paihia Beach6 min drive
- Paihia WharfPlace, Paihia Wharf6 min drive
- Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Wooden Ketch "Te Tainui"
Te Tainui is a wooden ketch beautifully renovated and restored and 2017.
Berthed at the Bay of Islands Marina in stunning Opua , Te Tainui offers unique accommodation for those who want experience a different kind of holiday with absolute water frontage.
Te Tainui is a generous boat for 4 persons, accommodating 6 if needed, with 2 cabins, a brand new kitchen, bathroom and al fresco area.
Make yourself at home on the al fresco - a great spot for a morning coffee or a glass of wine of an evening.
Berthed at the Bay of Islands Marina in stunning Opua , Te Tainui offers unique accommodation for those who want experience a different kind of holiday with absolute water frontage.
Te Tainui is a generous boat for 4 persons, accommodating 6 if needed, with 2 cabins, a brand new kitchen, bathroom and al fresco area.
Make yourself at home on the al fresco - a great spot for a morning coffee or a glass of wine of an evening.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 7296560
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Opua
Opua is home to this houseboat. Bay of Islands Marina and Paihia Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and Makana Confections are also worth visiting.
Opua, Northland
What's nearby
- Bay of Islands Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Paihia Beach - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
- Paihia Wharf - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
- Russell Beach - 23 min drive - 10.7 km
- Long Beach - 23 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
- Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
- CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - 8 min drive
- Charlotte's Kitchen - 7 min drive
- Breeze Cafe - 9 min drive
- Orange Frog - 8 min drive
- Seaside - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Wooden Ketch "Te Tainui" pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Wooden Ketch "Te Tainui"?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wooden Ketch "Te Tainui"?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wooden Ketch "Te Tainui"?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Wooden Ketch "Te Tainui" located?
Situated in Opua, this houseboat is steps away from Bay of Islands and Bay of Islands Marina. Makana Chocolate Boutique is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.
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