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The Loft Overwater, Bay of Islands, NZ

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Marina
Marina
Marina
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The Loft Overwater, Bay of Islands, NZ

The Loft is a uniquely positioned, entirely over the water holiday accommodation that enjoys stunning views over the inner harbour. Sunny and north facing, the Loft has been fully renovated to a high standard with modern kitchen facilities, tiled bathrooms and all the comforts of home. Situated in the Opua village, The Loft is close to all Opua amenities including marina, Russell car ferry, General store, cycleway and numerous walking tracks including the Opua to Paihia coastal walk.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 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

The Loft is located in a NO SMOKING building

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9505223
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, while Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Opua, Northland

What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands Marina - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Paihia Beach - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Haruru Falls - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Russell Beach - 18 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Orange Frog - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Breeze Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seaside - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Loft Overwater, Bay of Islands, NZ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Loft Overwater, Bay of Islands, NZ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Loft Overwater, Bay of Islands, NZ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Loft Overwater, Bay of Islands, NZ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Loft Overwater, Bay of Islands, NZ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Bay of Islands Marina. Makana Chocolate Boutique is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay. Great location on the wharf
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10 out of 10 Already looking fwd to our next stay Gary & Family Brisbane
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan, 2026
Gary and family were friendly, considerate, enthusiastic guests. We would welcome them back anytime and would recommend to other hosts. Anita
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A magical Christmas

We had a lovely stay over Christmas in The Loft. Beautiful views, comfortable accommodation and a great location. Can’t have asked for anymore
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan, 2025
Oliver and partner were relaxed and friendly guests. We would welcome them back anytime and recommend to other hosts. They were self sufficient and left the apartment very clean and tidy. Much appreciated, thanks. Five star guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The lovely loft

What a delightful holiday location. Every morning out kayaking for many kilometres up the inlet seeing large numbers of sacred kingfishers and other birdlife. The quality fit out made for a very comfortable stay in these splendid digs.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Check in was a little difficult due to some miscommunications, but once we were in all was fine. The kitchen and facilities were well laid out and easy to use.The place would have been even more inviting if the heating had been on for long enough to take more of the chill off the space.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant stay in Opua

Anita made our stay perfect. Provision pack, flowers and herbs were greatly appreciated. The apartment is very comfortable, the views lovely and we would reccomend it to anyone visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

The Loft is everything it looks like - and more: beautifully furnished and designed, gorgeous outlook over the water and boats, and wonderful location - with great coffee, a large marina, and a lovely cafe all within a two minute walk. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Special Place On the Water

Our family of 3 had an amazing stay at this beautiful waterfront property. Comfy beds, incredible views and maybe the best hosts ever! Anita and Matthew went above and beyond to make sure we had the a memorable Bay of Islands experience. This is a truly special place. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan, 2023
Thank you guys, your review is appreciated. We have since explored the glow worm caves on your recommendation!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time for rest and recharge

We had a lovely stay at The Lodge over Christmas. It was perfect in every way. Such a lively outlook, convenient location and so well appointed. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was incredible being on the water, especially in the afternoon, sitting on the deck watching the world go by. The property is immaculate, the photos don't show how lovely it really is. Hosts Anita and Mathew were brilliant. We'll come back for sure...thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply stunning

The loft was exactly as described and seen in the photos. Anita was there to greet us and the apartment was thoroughly cleaned. She had kindly left us a few items to get us started and recommended the explorer for a wonderful day out in the Bay. Would certainly recommend to friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arthur M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern amenities meets nautical charm

The loft in Opua is a stunner of a property.We (two couples) stayed three nights in February 2025 and could not have been more impressed. From the plentiful and friendly communication leading up to our stay to being absolutely wowed by the view when we turned the corner at the top of the stairs. The beds were comfortable, the wonderfully remodeled bathrooms spotless, and the kitchen and livings spaces well appointed, plentifully supplied, and beautifully decorated with a blend of maritime influences and comfortable modern minimalism. Anita Jane was super thoughtful and great to deal with. Absolutely loved this place and could not have chosen a better place to base ourselves for the Bay of Islands portion of our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb, 2025
Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review of The Loft, so appreciate this. Anita
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob and Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gem in the Bay of Islands!

Anita and Matthew are outstanding hosts. Nothing was a problem for them and they gave us lots of good information about the local area, cafes, fishing etc. The apartment was immaculately clean and had everything you could possibly want, including a sharp knife and a variety of wine glasses. It was also very roomy and tastefully decorated. Being perched above the Marina meant there was always something to see and our boat was berthed immediately below us. The photographs simply can’t do this property justice - it is one of the best places we’ve stayed and we’ll be back next year. Thanks Matthew and Anita!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best way to finish our holiday in New Zealand

Wow! What a view from the balcony! It was amazing to arrive in time to see the sun going down over the water. We were met by Jane who showed us around the property, recommended some trips for our short stay, places to eat and walks - all were excellent suggestions. The Loft was incredibly well kitted out - tea, coffee etc, a cold beer on arrival, bathroom lotions, games, books… The morning kayak trip was fitted into a busy itinerary & much enjoyed. Jane kept in regular contact and helped out when a medical visit was required. The most difficult thing about our stay was finding time to relax and enjoy the beautiful property whilst also seeing as much as we could of what the bay of islands has to offer. It was all wonderful!
Watching the last of the light from The Loft’s balcony.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

don b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, great view, great rental

The view of the harbor from the 2nd story porch was very picturesque - the noise from the boats or the ferry never bothered us. There was a general store nearby for some supplies, but most shopping required a bigger store. The location was near enough to Paihia for restaurants when we didn't feel like cooking. The kitchen was well equipped and had enough stainless steel countertop to make workspace for the cutting boards, etc. The 2 under-counter fridges were sufficient for our needs. The beds were comfortable and the bathrooms were well situated and everything needed was there. The whole rental was very well layed out and furnished. The host, Anita, greeted us when we arrived and was very friendly and easy to communicate with. I would definitely recommend this property to anyone looking for a great place to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Opua Accommodation

Wonderful stay in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Anita was very helpful and easy to work with, and she was there to greet us when we arrived. The Loft is a beautiful space with all the amenities you could want, and very easy place from which to explore the Bay. Thanks Anita and Matthew for a fabulous family stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Loft

Fabulous place to stay!! Had everything we were looking for and more. Anita Jane and Mathew provided little extras too that added to the experience, and were there at a drop of a hat to help with anything, fantastic hosts thank you. Great location close to everything you need including a berth for our boat right at the door. Amazing accomodation, clean, cosy and comfortable. Thanks for a wonderful holiday, we are already looking to book for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May, 2022
Tina and Richard were the perfect guests - good communicators, friendly and so enthusiastic. They made the most of everyday of their stay and left The Loft looking immaculate. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sandra g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic on the water

This property is absolutely excellent. Right on the water at Opua with lovely views. The apartment is very well appointed and tastefully decorated. We lived on the balcony which has great shade and sea breezes. So restful and lots to look at with the ferry comings and goings and the boaties and fisherpeople. Anita Jane and Matthew were brilliant to deal with. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elise G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long weekend away

Modern understated but high quality convenience with character. Fabulous position with interesting active harbour activity. We expected some noise but were surprised at how peaceful The Loft was being right next to the Opua Wharf and car ferry. Highly recommend a stay at this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul, 2021
Thank you Elise, it was a pleasure to host you at The Loft, you're the perfect guests- super positive, enthusiastic, and self sufficient and respectful ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank you for leaving the place so tidy! Much appreciated, Anita
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wild! Literally..

Lovely break and in superb surroundings. The weather was extremely intense, but the accomodation kept us warm and dry. Would stay again in a flash!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2021
Rebecca and family were perfect guests, friendly and enthusiastic- despite the weather! We would recommend to other hosts - they left The Loft immaculate on every level. Thank you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place - we will be back

This is a fantastic property over looking the water. Perfect for if you like to self cater for your holiday. Excellent kitchen, great decor. It had everything we needed. The hosts were also very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect weekend!

When we arrived, Anita and Matthew thought of everything to get us started on our weekend! We were pleasantly surprised to see they left us snacks, drinks and a beautiful bouquet of flowers with a welcoming note. The apartment is awesome! The view is stunning, the beds are comfortable and the entire place is very modern! They graciously offered their kayaks and motor boat to use and explore Opua harbor, which we very much enjoyed! Thank you for a weekend to remember, Anita and Matthew!

About the host

Hosted by Anita Jane Hood

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Our family have been visiting The Bay of Islands for over forty years and have called Opua home for the last eight years. We love the location, the weather, the friendly locals and the relaxed lifestyle. Walking the great outdoors and spending time on the water - sailing, fishing, kayaking and swimming make for a great lifestyle or breakaway.
Our love of cooking and food in general is inspired by the amazing range of local produce, from oysters and wine to the abundance of fruits, vegetables, honey and olive oils.

Why they chose this property

The Loft over Water offers guests a relaxing stay with amazing sea views and is ideally placed to explore the wider Bay of Islands. Kayaks available.

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