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Tranquility, kiwis and glowworms
Tranquil and isolated. Attentive and knowledgeable hosts. Waterfalls, kiwis, wild goats, glowworms.
A slice of paradise only 5 min. from Opononi, nestled in native forest: a serene base for exploring the region. There are games, puzzles, cards, cable TV, a fireplace and library. Local activities include horsetrekking, sandboarding, fishing, art trails & Waipoua Forest. Guests receive a pass to The Maze Labyrinth Woodworks & Puzzle Museum & complimentary hours from OpononiCycle Hire.
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Location |
Hokianga, New Zealand
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Price Range |
NZD$ 180.00 to NZD$ 320.00 per night
An extra person charge applies for bookings over 2 people
Bookings must be for a minimum of 1 night
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Bedrooms |
2 (Sleeps 6)
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Beds |
- Queen: 1
- Twin: 2
- Single: 3
- Sofa Bed: 2
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Key Locations |
- Airport: 65.00 min (driving)
- Lake: 65.00 min (driving)
- Beach: 10.00 min (driving)
- Car Ferry: 20.00 min (driving)
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A 100% deposit is required to secure a booking for this property.
Full payment is required if your arrival date is less than 30 night/s from the date of booking.
The following seasonal pricing periods to note are:
From
1
January
to
31
March
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NZD$ 240.00
per night
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From
1
April
to
30
September
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NZD$ 180.00
per night
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From
1
October
to
30
November
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NZD$ 220.00
per night
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From
1
December
to
31
December
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NZD$ 320.00
per night
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The following discounts and deals are available:
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A discount of
10.00%
is available on bookings placed more than
8
week/s
in advance.
This discount
is always available.
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A discount of
15.00%
is available on bookings
7
night/s or over.
This discount
is always available.
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A discount of
15.00%
is available on bookings
7
night/s or over.
This discount
is always available.
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A discount of
10.00%
is available on bookings placed less than
14
night/s
prior to the booking start date.
This discount
is always available.
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Q: How many people can you accommodate?
A: Our published rate is for 6 guests. We can accommodate a few more, including tents, by arrangement and at additional cost (usually $20 per head per night).
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Guest Reviews
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Bedrooms |
2 (Sleeps 6)
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Living Room: |
Comfortably fits 10 people |
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Dining Room |
The dining room comfortably fits 6 people |
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Bathrooms |
There are 2 bathroom/s available |
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Ensuites |
There are 2 ensuite/s available |
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Toilets |
There are 2 toilet/s available |
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Beds |
- Queen: 1
- Twin: 2
- Single: 3
- Sofa/Rollaway Bed: 2
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Noise Level |
Very Quiet |
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Home Category |
Meals on Request |
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Facilities Directions |
- Garden: Very private
- Patio: Very private
- Balcony: Mountain Facing
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Holiday Types |
- Cultural/Historic
- Romantic
- Tourist Attractions
- Relaxing
- Activity
- Sight Seeing
- Family
- Adventure
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Home Area |
- Mountains
- Rural
- Countryside
- Peaceful
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Entertainment Equipment |
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IT Communications Equipment |
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Leisure Equipment |
- Heating - Electric
- Ceiling Fans
- Heating - Wood burner
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Household Equipment |
- Towels/Linen Provided
- Microwave
- Clothes Dryer
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Electric Blankets
- Clothes Washing Machine
- Kitchen - Fully Equipped
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Outside Equipment |
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Views |
- Mountain Views
- Panoramic Views
- Countryside Views
- Bush View
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Activities Within Walking |
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Activities Within Driving |
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Mountain Biking
- Water Skiing
- Horse Riding
- Boat Hire
- Wind Surfing
- Surfing
- Golf
- Fishing
- Tennis
- Flying
- Scuba
- Kitesurfing
- Kayaking
- Ngawha Springs Geothermal Pools
- Rawene Golf Club (summer only)
- Waiotemarama Falls Bush Walk (DOC)
- Labyrinth Woodworks, Maze & Puzzle Museum
- Waipoua Forest
- Opononi Cycle Hire & Internet
- Arai te Uru Scenic Reserve
- Koutu Boulders
- Opononi Wharf fishing and sandboarding
- Kayaking
- Bonecarving studio (lessons)
- Art Galleries
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Attractions Within Walking |
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Attractions Within Driving |
- Shopping
- Restaurants
- Food Shop
- Park
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Total peace and tranquility
This slice of Kiwi paradise is located 5 minutes from Opononi, nestled amid native forest, birdlife and stunning waterfalls. Kiwi feed around the Lodge at night and glowworms sparkle in the adjacent stream.
The Lodge provides a serene base for exploring this captivating region, including 14 selected daytrips to the Bay of Islands and Kauri Coast.
You will enjoy complete privacy and tranquility. Your hosts live out of sight, about 200m away and ready to cater exclusively to your needs. This beautifully furnished two bedroom/two bath home includes a full kitchen and laundry. There are games, puzzles, cards, cable TV, a fireplace and library. Guests are welcome to fresh vegetables from the huge year-round garden.
The Lodge is on the Waiotemarama Gorge Road Scenic Loop Drive. Local activities include bicycle hire, horsetrekking, sandboarding, fishing, art trails, Waipoua Kauri Forest, Maori culture experiences and hiking. Our website contains local events, videos, itineraries and guestbook comments.
Guests also receive a complimentary Family Pass to The Maze at Labyrinth Woodworks and Puzzle Museum, just 3 km from the Lodge and adjacent to the Waiotemarama Falls and Kauri Bush Track (value: $4 each), and a complimentary hour with each bicycle hired from Opononi Cycle Hire and Internet, just 3 km from the Lodge, at the junction with State Highway 12 at Pakanae.
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Other facilities include:
* Satellite TV and phone. Broadband available at the office.
* Ground coffee, tea, flowers, teas, hairdryers, toiletries
* Complimentary continental breakfast foods
* Space heaters, electric blankets
* Bushwalks and hunting trails
* Gardens for the freshest vegetables
* Free-standing fireplace (chopped wood provided)
* Facsimile and copy service available
* Guide and chauffer service available
* Massage therapist (additional charge)
* Babysitting (additional charge)
* Information compendium
* On-call concierge, meals and supplies
* Helipad in front of the Lodge (on driveway)
* 24/7 hosts live out of sight, but only 200m or a phone call away
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