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Situated in Paihia in the Northland region, Paihia Place Cottage - central Paihia has a patio. The air-conditioned accommodation is 700 metres from Paihia Beach, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 11 km from Opua Forest. Clean and tidy Cottage, everything I would need inside, easy to get around in. Location close to town and places I wanted to go to while here. Quiet and private location. Excellent, welcoming hosts, be available if needed and allow my privacy. Wonderful stay, would highly recommend it to family and friends...

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9.1
Superb
119 reviews
Price from
US$173
per night

Located in Kerikeri and only 24 km from Opua Forest, A Cut Above Lodge - The Gateway to the Bay of Islands provides accommodation with inner courtyard views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features quiet street views and is 11 km from Kemp House and Stone Store and 19 km from Haruru Falls. Outdoor seating is also available at the holiday home. Great location and lovely home for our stay

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9.6
Exceptional
120 reviews
Price from
US$139
per night

Set in Russell, The Tawnys Gatehouse provides accommodation 8.1 km from Russell Museum and 9 km from Flagstaff Hill. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 8 km from Christ church. Stunning views, the atmosphere and gorgeous garden. Lovely hosts as well…

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9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

Located less than 1 km from Russell Museum and 1.8 km from Flagstaff Hill, Romantic Waterfront - Russell features accommodation set in Russell. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.9 km from Long Beach, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 700 metres from Christ church. Such a great location. Out of the hustle and bustle of Russell but within walking distance of town. The water views are exceptionally. You can watch the birds, fish and stingrays from the deck. Everything you need for a short break is here and the owners are in friendly and helpful.

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9.5
Exceptional
12 reviews
Price from
US$289
per night

Located in Paihia in the Northland region, with Te Ti Bay Beach and Paihia Harbour nearby, Bonnie view spa pool and sauna provides accommodation with free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. The air-conditioned accommodation is 11 km from Opua Forest. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking villa features a sauna. The location was perfect with just a short 5 min walk into town, and the view was absolutely stunning. The bed was comfortable and king sized as advertised. The kitchen was well stocked with everything needed to make breakfast in the morning. The deck was large with assorted chairs and loungers. The hot tub was nice but had an issue I will mention later.

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
US$211
per night

Boasting inner courtyard views, Little Wine Time at The Studio features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 31 km from Opua Forest. It is situated 9.3 km from Kemp House and Stone Store and provides private check-in and check-out. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Lovely hosts! The cabin was exceptionally clean. We thought it was located close to town (though we're used to a long commute). We enjoyed trying out the airfryer. Thanks for the treats on arrival - a really nice touch.

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9.9
Exceptional
15 reviews
Price from
US$136
per night

Viva Vida View - Paihia Holiday Home, a property with a garden, is set in Paihia, 11 km from Opua Forest, less than 1 km from Paihia Harbour, as well as 1.9 km from Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Located around 5.9 km from Haruru Falls, the holiday home is also 25 km away from Kemp House and Stone Store. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Te Ti Bay Beach is 60 metres away. Comfy beds, great location, beautiful artworks

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9
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
US$301
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a heated pool, Beach Cottage Russell - Pool, Spa, Location is set in Russell. A hot tub is available for guests. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Location was fantastic!, accommodation was lovely and clean. beds comfortable, kitchen was well stocked i.e salt pepper foil , coffee machine, etc. cannot complain

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9.6
Exceptional
15 reviews

The spacious holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. The unit is soundproofed and includes a parquet floors as well as a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area. Incredible views. Beautiful, modern, and comfortable. It was perfect for our family.

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9.5
Exceptional
26 reviews
Price from
US$442
per night

The spacious villa has 4 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Guests can enjoy an ambient stay in their soundproof room with parquet floors and a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area. The location was exceptional and the accommodation was clean & spacious.

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9.6
Exceptional
17 reviews
Price from
US$517
per night

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