Absolutely loved our stay. I've been all over the world and have never experienced this level of tranquility. The property has amazing views, is comfortably equipped, and makes you feel like you are at the ends of the earth. Yoga on the deck was amazing, Hilde was a perfect host, and we'll tell all our friends they must stay at X Spot on Great Barrier. A place unlike any other!
Deborah H.
2025 年 1 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Lorraine V.
2024 年 4 月 4 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
A most relaxing stay
Beautiful setting and superb facilities, exceptional view, very comfortable, with welcoming, friendly and helpful hosts. A place to revisit!
Lorraine V.
2024 年 3 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
YVONNE M.
2024 年 2 月 28 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
The views are amazing!!!
Starting with the drive into XSPOT is lovely through natural bush and rainforest. Would definitely recommend a 4WD though. Once you get to XSPOT you’ll be so blown away with the amazing views you won’t want to leave.The cliff top apartment is very comfortable and clean. Host are lovely Hilda and Rodger, thank you for our peaceful stay!
YVONNE M.
2024 年 2 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Madeleine
2024 年 1 月 17 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、設備とサービス、施設のコンディションと設備、コミュニケーション
We had a FABULOUS time at XSpot. It is such a serene place. The view is unreal and Hilde and Roger are very hospitable. Thank you for having us!
Madeleine
2024 年 1 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Karen V.、Auckland, New Zealand
2023 年 1 月 20 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Love, love, love XSpot
We loved this place - the space, the views, and the people were gorgeous! It's beautifully designed with high ceilings and massive windows that make the most of the views, and create a space that is lovely to spend time in. To top it off, Hilde and Roger were fantastic hosts. We will be back!
Karen V.
2023 年 1 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Lauren W.
2022 年 9 月 30 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Idyllic weekend getaway
Wow, just wow! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the views were phenomenal, all the information Hilde gave us was wonderful, and the secluded feel made it even more special. I’d highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a special weekend away.
Lauren W.
2022 年 9 月に 2 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Ian C.
2022 年 3 月 21 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Best view going
Great property with an even greater view, 180 degree from the lounge and you even get a view from the bedroom. Great host will give you a lot of information about the island. Just make sure you have your driving skills with you as the drive to XSPOT is something and all the roads around Great Barrier are winding with amazing views. The locals are very friendly and helpful. A must visit is the Irish pub in Tryphena for dinner.
Ian C.
2022 年 3 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Kay M.
2022 年 1 月 24 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Amazing location, accommodation and great host!
Outstanding first trip to the Barrier. What a stunning location this property is situated. It feels like you are part of the view! Accommodation is spacious and well appointed and built for the view. Go out during the day to enjoy the spectacular beaches and walks on the Island and return for solitude, quiet and wonderous views wonder when you return home in the evening. One small critique is it would be great to have some chefs sharp knives for cooking but other than that, the place is amazing and has everything you could need for a relaxing get away.
Kay M.
2022 年 1 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
helene B.
2021 年 8 月 17 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Fabulous property
Fantastic accomodation in a beautiful location. Wonderful hostess who had a fire burning when we arrived and some delicious fresh farm eggs in the fridge. Lots of great advice and local knowledge.
We will definitey be back( the stars are stunning.
helene B.
2021 年 7 月に 2 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Natalie A.
2021 年 5 月 12 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Incredible views with lovely hosts
Peaceful and private accommodation with the most stunning views, especially at sunset! We visited Aotea for our honeymoon, and this was a truly special place to stay. It is very remote, and you definitely need a 4WD and confident driver to get there, but the views are worth it! Hilde was very friendly and helpful too :)
Natalie A.
2021 年 4 月に 5 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
susan h.
2021 年 3 月 5 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Stop Looking, Start Booking
We've stayed in a lot of places all around the world, and this was one of the best. It's a simply magical place, and Hilde and Roger are wonderful hosts. It exceeded all of our expectations (and our expectations were high!) It's an incredibly special place - with an unbelievable view, and all the comforts you could ever want. The Barrier is a wonderful place, and you just couldn't enjoy it from a better place. It's easy to get around the island from here, and yet it gives you a retreat at the end of the day. Seriously, I wasted lots of time looking up different places to stay, and I couldn't have been more happy with where we ended up. A big thank you to Hilde and Roger for sharing their slice of paradise with us for a few days... We will never forget it and hope to return soon.
susan h.
2021 年 2 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Matthew H.
2021 年 2 月 27 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Paradise on earth
The XSpot view lived up to the description - truly mesmerising. We thoroughly enjoyed our 5 night stay and Hilde was very welcoming and helpful.
Matthew H.
10/10 (非常に良い)
Maree B.
2021 年 1 月 7 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
⭐️ Amazing ⭐️
What a special place, breath taking views, everything from checking in to checking out was perfect. Hilde was so helpful in sorting a car as we came at peak time and limited. Thank you so much for having us, we loved it!
Maree B.
10/10 (非常に良い)
Jennifer B.
2020 年 12 月 27 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Perfect t honeymoon
Had a great time staying here. Hilde and roger were very helpful. Can get quite hot in the afternoons so remember to bring light clothes and was awesome to have be able to use the pool.
Jennifer B.
2020 年 12 月に 7 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Philippa S.
2020 年 11 月 11 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Paradise
If you’re looking for a slice of paradise, this is it. Modern self-contained flat with everything you need, including organic eggs from the “girls”.
Philippa S.
2020 年 11 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Mark G.
2020 年 10 月 18 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Prime location
The pictures do not do this place justice, I've never stayed in a place with views as amazing as you get here. The sunset you get from the house is spectacular.
The house was warm, cozy, spacious and just absolutely incredible. Will definitely return when summer is in full swing
Mark G.
10/10 (非常に良い)
Susie K.
2020 年 7 月 26 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Cosy mini-moon retreat
What a Fantastic stay with Hilda and Roger for our mini-moon post Covid lockdown.
Would highly recommend booking onto the star gazing tour run by Hilda.
Amazing sunsets from our remote spot.
Thanks so much for making us feel so welcome.
Susie K.
2020 年 7 月に 4 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Maria C.
2020 年 1 月 18 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
A stunning haven to relax in paradise
A beautiful quiet place to get away from the busyness of life to reflect, rejuvenate and relax. There are stunning views and spectacular sunsets from Xspot which is a modern, clean and spacious separate wing off the side of the host’s home. It has everything you need including a fully equipped modern kitchen, with milk in the freezer in case you run out! Hilde was the perfect, friendly host from start to finish, giving us privacy but also providing useful information about walks and other activities on the Island. While the 4WD drive up to the property requires care and focus, it’s definitely worth the effort. Thank you Hilde and Roger for opening your home to share this piece of paradise with us for 4 days. Would highly recommend it.
Maria C.
10/10 (非常に良い)
Penny Anutosh C.
2019 年 9 月 6 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Magical
We felt like we were at a 5 star resort in the middle of "nowhere" - with amazing views and the opportunity to just chill. Take along your favorite foods - the kitchen is great for cooking. You can lie in bed and star watch too.
Penny Anutosh C.
2019 年 8 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Kurt M.
2019 年 6 月 14 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Our barrier island get away
What's a beautiful place we loved our stay at xspot. Views as far as the eye could see a warm cozy house though we spent most of our time exploring it was a great place to return to at the end of each day thanks for having us.
Kurt M.
10/10 (非常に良い)
Hayley
2019 年 5 月 31 日
良かった点 : 清潔度、チェックイン、コミュニケーション、ロケーション、掲載情報の正確さ
Spectacular stay
Breath taking views, quiet, spacious - everything from checking in to checking out was perfect. Hosts are very lovely and happy to help with any enquires about the Island.
Highly recommend :) thank you
Hayley
10/10 (非常に良い)
Brenda S.
2019 年 4 月 15 日
Outstanding beauty
The 4WD drive into this property is fun in itself. The view on arrival is spectacular and impossible to take your eyes off. The apartment is styled beautifully and is very comfortable. The kitchen has all you need to help the self-caterer.
Hilde was a warm and friendly host who has all the information you need to help you explore the Island. We also enjoyed the Good Heaven’s star gazing experience from the apartment.
Our stay was the highlight of our honeymoon.
Thank you.
Brenda S.
2019 年 4 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Grant W.
2019 年 4 月 3 日
Superb
We had a fabulous stay at this very unique and amazing property. The view is breathtaking. The apartment is very well equipped and spacious. We loved the wood burner and one night we cooked our dinner on it! Hilda was very friendly and informative and we appreciated all her local knowledge. It is the perfect place to unwind and relax and also perfect for viewing the night sky. We highly recommend XSPOT.
Grant W.
10/10 (非常に良い)
Stacey W.
2019 年 4 月 1 日
Stunning views
Hilde is the perfect host - friendly and very helpful. The house is modern, well kept, very peaceful and has an amazing outlook. The kitchen is well set up too. We enjoyed every minute and can't wait to come back! Don't forget to book in with Good Heavens for star gazing while you're there... A unique experience.
Stacey W.
2019 年 3 月に 3 泊滞在
10/10 (非常に良い)
Nicolette H.
2019 年 3 月 26 日
Luxury in the bush
Breathtakingly beautiful. It was hard to take our eyes off the views. The apartment was very well set up. We would love to stay again.
Nicolette H.
2019 年 3 月に 1 泊滞在
オーナーについて
オーナー : HildeH
Hilde came to Great Barrier Island from the Netherlands in 1999. She met Roger in the Irish pub, loved the man and the island and has never looked back. She has a background in hospitality management, but currently also makes a living translating on line and being a director of Good Heavens Dark Sky Epxeriences. In her spare times she loves to explore the island, go for walks, bike rides, swims, surfs and assist with sailing and surfing lessons for local school kids.
Roger has lived on the island since 1989. After a career in the family jewelry business in downtown Auckland, he chose the remote lifestyle that our Schooner Bay property offers. He runs an earth moving business and has reinvented himself in the last few years as a silver surfer. If you are a surfer too, make sure you ask him for some tips!
この宿泊施設のオーナーになった理由
We built this property ourselves. The land had been in Roger's family since the 70-ies, and having lived on the land since the 1980s, it took a while and a subdivision to live our dream and build our dream home on the cliff. The attached but fully self-contained apartment is where you will be staying.
この宿泊施設の特徴
The views are amazing! The XSPOT apartment is light, modern and clean. Nature is right on your doorstep, with gannets searing past the windows and kaka attacking the flax plants. There are often dolphins and whales to admire in the waves down below. The sunset happens in it's full glory. This apartment is very private and remote, and with its amazing solitude, is ideal for honeymooners and stargazers.