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River Duck Cottage - Kerikeri - Peaceful Location

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Waipapa, Kerikeri, NORTHLAND
  • Place, Marty's Golf Range
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Parrot Place
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

River Duck Cottage - Kerikeri - Peaceful Location

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place or couples retreat. Gorgeous surroundings with our friendly ducks roaming the property. View the gorgeous river and feed the ducks if you so desire. This 3-bedroom cottage can accommodate 6 people. We have 2 x Queen size beds and 2 x single beds. Portable cot available. fully functional kitchen/Shower and outdoor seating to take in the view. The property is on 2 1/2 acres and the River is on our property. No river views from the Cottage. All children must be accompanied by an adult when viewing the river. Great spot for picnics or relaxing. No swimming in the River, our eels are huge :) We also provide a Nespresso Coffee Machine, salt, pepper, oil, Milk, tea, coffee and sugar.

Smart TV with Netflix and Wi-Fi. Sky TV, Samsung washing machine and dryer combo. Outdoor furniture and bbq. 8mins to the Kerikeri Township.

Cooking with strong odours is prohibited in our cottage at all times, we have a BBQ outside when cooking with curries and spices.
We have parking at the front of the Airbnb for your convenience. Room for a boat. There is no car cleaning or boat cleaning on our premises as we are on tank water. Thank you.

Please get in touch with us if you wish to stay longer ie: Building a house or Corporate.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9600512
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the area

Waipapa

Located in Waipapa, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Rewa’s Village and Kororipo Pa are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marty's Golf Range and Pure Day Spa. The Parrot Place and Makana Confections are also worth visiting.
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Waipapa, Kerikeri, NORTHLAND

What's nearby

  • Marty's Golf Range - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Wharepuke Falls - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • The Parrot Place - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Fairy Pools - 8 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phat House Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Honey House Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Gallery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Plough & Feather - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Duck Cottage - Kerikeri - Peaceful Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Duck Cottage - Kerikeri - Peaceful Location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Duck Cottage - Kerikeri - Peaceful Location?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Duck Cottage - Kerikeri - Peaceful Location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Duck Cottage - Kerikeri - Peaceful Location located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Marty's Golf Range, Rainbow Falls and Fairy Pools. Wharepuke Falls and The Parrot Place are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicky M.

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

Highly recommend!! Hosts were so nice to us and nothing was a problem.

Great place to stay, highly recommend it to all.
Stayed 23 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 December 2021
Thank you for choosing Riverduck cottage for your stay, lovely quiet quest and you are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location is beautiful, so quiet and peaceful. The hosts were lovely and generous. The only downside is we did not book for longer!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grace V.

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

Great stay

Great very clean tidy warm house perfect stay for our family, also kids loved the eels
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2023
Lovely couple, impressed on how clean they left our property. Welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was very tidy and well furnished with cookware, etc. Beautiful rural setting, very peaceful and wonderful to relax. Friendly hosts who made us feel right at home. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peveline O.

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

Lovely property

Great place to stay. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Lovely cottage!

Very friendly and helpful couple.Lovely cottage in a quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean rooms. Nice house
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah J.

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

A hidden gem - Fantastic property in a beautiful location

Really wonderful place to stay, very peaceful and well thought out. They provide everything you could need, and more, and clearly care about their guests requirements. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again, or to recommend to friends & family for future visits. Thankyou so much for a lovely few days
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brendon m.

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

A beautiful place

One of the best baches we have stayed in. It had everything you need to have a comfortable stay (check the cupboards) and was fenced which was great for letting the kids run around. The house and the location are even better than in the photos
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil R.

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

Duck River Cottage

Our time at Duck River was lovely. The grounds were beautiful and the cottage was neat, clean with all essential amenities. Thank you for a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

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

Waipapa

House was perfect for our staff while working at Waipapa. Nice quiet location.
Stayed 46 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2024
Great guest, very quiet. Welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

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

Llama farm experience

The location and access is excellent. The hosts were very helpful. We will definitely look at staying again when we usually head north in summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Six days in Kerikeri

Great property. V comfortable and well set up. Easy access to other parts of Bay of Islands. Lots to see and do although some places still limited post cyclone. Thank you Nicole and Jim!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitesh P.

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

Perfectly presented House in a quiet spot

The house was presented immaculately and the owners were just great to deal with. We were on a boys golf trip and the four beds accommodated us well. The property is situated in a really nice quiet area. The house had everything we needed including a nice clean bbq and sky sports. This house is perfect for any group of 4 and I would highly recommend it. We really enjoyed our time there and look forward to coming back again one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandhya M.

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

Easter weekend stay

Great location, very clean with all necessary amenities. Very quiet and serene. We really enjoyed our stay. Nice space for those with smaller kids as it’s all fenced off and has a cute pond nearby. Only thing I’d add is more dining chairs as there’s only 4 and we were a family of 6 so couldn’t really sit together and didn’t want to use the couches as they are white. This is more of a nice to have and not a criticism. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Peaceful & well-appointed

Our family really enjoyed our stay! The location is very peaceful and has a lovely outlook. Only a few minutes from Kerikeri itself. Everything was as pictured - modern and tidy. Thanks again for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miriam L.

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

Lovely place

We had a lovely relaxing stay at Duck cottage in Waipapa. Everything was clean and beautiful The beds were extremely comfortable Lots of special touches Thanks for a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

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

Nothing more required

This was a great place to be our base for Kerikeri & its beautiful surroundings, I would definitely recommend this to others. The house was warm, and comfortable and had lots of mod cons. Just the right size for a family of four, on lovely grounds. We even picked grapefruit on our last day! Thanks for being such great hosts Nicole & Jim.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

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

Highly recommend

Lovely property, well maintained, comfortable and had everything we needed. Our girls (4 and 7) loved the grassy area and watching the bunnies out the window. Waipapa has a lot to offer, but also Kerikeri a short drive away. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 February 2022
Absolutely wonderful guest, highly recommend to others. Left our place clean and tidy. We would welcome your lovely family back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette A.

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

Perfect family stay

Lovely place to stay for our family Christmas in Kerikeri. Perfect for our family, a home away from home with lots of added extras. Nice peaceful location in a relaxing setting. Very friendly hosts, with great communication. Thanks Jim and Nicole, will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Nicole and Jim Davis

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About us: Jim is a local tiler and is known as (Jim the tiler) by locals. We love meeting new people and also love to travel. We have a lovely old dog on the property called Cesar.
Guests come first and making sure everyone is happy is our ultimate goal.

Why they chose this property

Why this property? It's a stunning place to visit. The Bay Of Islands has so much to offer and we call it our piece of paradise. Our ducks, pukekoes and Rabbits are part of our family and they roam around freely enjoying their home, the fact is they never leave. The ducks walk around the property like they own the place :) The river makes great photo opportunities and we will put up more photo's over time.

What makes this property unique

In a peaceful location, wander around the property, view the gorgeous river, and feed the ducks if you so desire.

Languages:

English

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