Idyllic private beach getaway

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A serene lakeside view with a white building, lush greenery, and a clear sky.
A room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a view of a lake through large windows.
A kitchen with a sink, stove, microwave, and wooden chairs.
A calm lake with a rocky shoreline and a tree with red flowers in the foreground.
A bedroom with a bed, a hanging clothes rack, a window with curtains, and a view of a grassy area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Kerikeri, Northland
  • Place, Wharepuke Falls
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Stone Store
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Fairy Pools
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Idyllic private beach getaway

Motupipi sits on a private peninsula consisting of 20 hectares of native bush with beachfront access. Accommodation consists of a fully self-contained two bedroom cottage which has spectacular views from the deck, which is only 50 metres from the shoreline. The property includes a 1.2 kilometre bush walk which is fabulous for viewing native flora and birdlife. At night, sit on the deck and listen to the morepork and kiwi calling.
The cottage is a 15 - 20 minute drive to the Kerikeri village to cater for all shopping needs including weekend markets. The seaside town of Paihia is a comfortable 40 minute drive and offers a wide variety of tourist excursions, including chartered trips to Ninety Mile Beach and Cape Reinga, for those wanting to see more of the Far North area.
For those wanting to simply relax at the beach, this is the perfect place for peace and tranquillity. Boats up to 6 metres can be launched from the beach with a 4WD.
Motupipi sleeps two comfortably in the main room (queen bed) with the optional use of a separate second bedroom, which has two single beds. This bedroom has a quaint curtained doorway and three-quarter height wall separating it from the main living area.
Both bedrooms have close up, uninterrupted water views.
The views and wide open green space beats TV. Sit on the deck and watch the sun go down and watch the birds on the lawn in the evening. Just relax, read, fish, swim, walk, play games outside on the big lawn area, sit under a pohutukawa tree, try out the swing and/or simply watch the tide come in and go out.
Motupipi is the perfect secluded place for either a relaxing weekend getaway or extended holiday break.
To assist you with your travel, we can arrange pick up and drop off at Kerikeri (Bay of Islands) airport.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 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 # 20010117
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

Kerikeri

Located in Kerikeri, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The Kauri Workshop and Makana Confections are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Bay of Islands Farmers Market and The Old Packhouse Market. The Parrot Place and Action World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Map
Kerikeri, Northland

What's nearby

  • Wharepuke Falls - 21 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Makana Confections - 22 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Stone Store - 23 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Fairy Pools - 24 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 24 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Seaside - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Honey House Cafe - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idyllic private beach getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Idyllic private beach getaway?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic private beach getaway?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic private beach getaway?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Idyllic private beach getaway located?

This Kerikeri holiday home is on the beach, steps from Bay of Islands and within 9 mi (15 km) of Bay of Islands Farmers Market and Skindynamique Waxing & Skin Centre. Wharepuke Falls and Rainbow Falls are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Kathryn Starr

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My family have lived on this land for several generations. I am an educator, and live on the property in my own house, built about eight years ago.

Why they chose this property

This property has been with our family for several generations.

What makes this property unique

Motupipi is known to our extended family and friends as a place of relaxation and peace. There is time here to sit and have a cup of tea or coffee, relax, chat, and also time to go fishing swimming and exploring. Many people come here so they can see the beautiful Bay of Islands, and realise when they get here that they just want to stay here and soak in the beauty and peace of the place.
The bach is an old-style Kiwi bach, that has had some refurbishment recently to make it more comfortable. Come and enjoy it.

Languages:

English

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