| minimum-stay rules may apply. overlooking the pacific ocean, this upscale resort on a 2,400-hectare estate is 5 km from surfing on matauri bay and 15 km from highway 10. the 2- or 4-bedroom villas add kitchens and living areas, as well as outdoor pools or whirlpool baths. there's also a spa, a gym and a sauna, plus indoor and outdoor pools. room service is available. other amenities include a golf course, gardens and 3 private beaches, as well as a formal restaurant with a terrace and ocean views. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. breakfast and dinner are complimentary. refined rooms offer wi-fi access, flat-screens and minibars, plus sitting areas, fireplaces and balconies
Bay of Islands Airport 28 min
The Stone Store (29 min)
This rustic 1832 landmark, the nation's oldest store, is now a gift shop for antique-chic goods. The Parrot Place (26 min)
Parrots and zoo Ōhakiri - St. Paul’s Rock (31 min) Rainbow Falls (Waianiwaniwa) (25 min)
A short, simple walk leads to this waterfall cascading into a swimming hole bordered by vegetation. St James Anglican Church (28 min) Mahinepua Bay (18 min) Takou Bay (28 min)
Surfing and beach Matauri Bay (9 min)
Body boarding, surfing & snorkeling in clear waters, off a crescent of white sand with island views. Rainbow Warrior Memorial (10 min) Rewa's Village (28 min) |
