10/10 Excellent
Ella P.
2 Oct, 2025
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Ella P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Apartment
Arabella Hideaway
Apartment with kitchenette, near Bay of Islands
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2602.8 sq ft
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Explore the area
Opua, Northland Region
- Place, Paihia Beach4 min drive
- Place, Paihia Wharf4 min drive
- Place, Waitangi Treaty Grounds9 min drive
- Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)28 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area
About this property
Arabella Hideaway
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Enjoy the exclusive use of the hot tub on your private deck area. Arabella hideaway is a peaceful escape for couples where you can do as much or as little as you like. Explore the beautiful bay of Islands or simply soak up the peace and tranquility of your forest surroundings. Arabella Hideaway is a fully self contained studio unit that has been tastefully decorated for your comfort. It has a newly upgraded kitchenette and separate bathroom featuring a full laundry discreetly tucked away. You have access to your own private deck and hot tub right outside of your door. A great deal of time and expense has gone into making sure Arabella Hideaway is a place you just can't wait to return to.
Just a 5 minute drive to Paihia, the gateway to the Bay of Islands or 2 minutes to the car ferry to take you to the historic village of Russell. Opua is the perfect place to base your holiday in the bay
Just a 5 minute drive to Paihia, the gateway to the Bay of Islands or 2 minutes to the car ferry to take you to the historic village of Russell. Opua is the perfect place to base your holiday in the bay
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please do your dishes before you leave.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Important information
You need to know
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
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
Opua
Located in Opua, this apartment is by the sea. Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and Makana Confections are also worth visiting.
Opua, Northland Region
What's nearby
- Paihia Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
- Paihia Wharf - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
- Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
- Haruru Falls - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
- Russell Beach - 21 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- El Cafe - 6 min drive
- Paihia Sports Bar - 7 min drive
- CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - 7 min drive
- Hone's Garden - 22 min drive
- Bad Habits - 8 min drive
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Reviews
10
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Keith Maynard
Keith is a Kiwi born and bred and Vicki is originally from the UK. We recently moved to the bay of Islands for the lifestyle and beauty of the area. Keith used to holiday in the Bay when he was a youngster and has many happy memories of this special place. We both wake up every morning and are grateful to be living in the piece of paradise we call home.
Why they chose this property
We love the quiet laid back lifestyle and the stunning beauty of the Bay of Islands. We are both history buffs so there is no better place for us to be than the birthplace of New Zealand. We recently bought a small boat so that we can access the islands and blue sea of the bay.
What makes this property unique
Arabella Hideaway is nestled at the head of a valley. we are surrounded by 2,500 Sqm of native bush and are also lucky enough to have a panoramic view of the inner Bay of Islands. We wake to the sound of birdsong. The property faces true north and so we have the sun all day, nin what we call our big sky. It's peaceful here but you are close enough to all the attractions too. You can do as much or as little as you like.
Languages:
English
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