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Lovely heritage accommodation

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely heritage accommodation

This is lovely, comfortable, beachfront accommodation, fully furnished, and traditionally redecorated in sympathy with its age. Feel as though you have stepped back in time. It is nice and cool in the summer, and cosy and warm in the winter. The flat is located right on the beachfront at Opua. Wake up to the sound of sea gulls and stunning views over the Bay. Opua is very quiet, but there is always something happening and something to watch, whether it is the car ferry chugging back and forward across the bay, or yachts and motorboats making their way in and out of the harbour. Sometimes you can be lucky enough to see dolphins or orca. The homestead is only 100 metres to the car ferry and general store and another 100 metres to the marina and cafe. By road, it is 5 kilometres to Paihia or Russell. It is right at the beginning of the coastal walkway from Opua to Paihia. Other lovely walks are only a short distance away. There is also a cycleway from Opua to Taumarere Station. It is simply the best place for a relaxing, rejuvenating holiday or weekend and a perfect location from which to explore the stunning Bay of islands and the Far North. Please note - there is another apartment upstairs in the building that sleeps 6 people. Please see the separate listing.
Special conditions:
As it is a historic building there is NO SMOKING anywhere on the property, inside or out. There is also a ban on any naked flame (i.e. lighted candles). As you may appreciate this is really important to us.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$80.00 per stay); Linen (included); Pair of sea kayaks (included);

Property manager

Delwyn Barnett

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Very important because wooden historic building

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Lovely Heritage Accommodation Apartment Opua
Lovely Heritage Accommodation Apartment
Lovely Heritage Accommodation Opua
Lovely Heritage Accommodation
Lovely Heritage Accommodation Opua
Lovely Heritage Accommodation Apartment
Lovely Heritage Accommodation Apartment Opua

About the neighborhood

Map
Opua, Opua

What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands Marina - 5 min walk
  • Paihia Wharf - 7 min drive
  • Paihia Beach - 7 min drive
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 11 min drive
  • Russell Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely heritage accommodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely heritage accommodation?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely heritage accommodation?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lovely heritage accommodation located?

Nestled on the beach, this Opua apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Bay of Islands Marina. Makana Chocolate Boutique is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

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Lovely heritage accommodation Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 298 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 298 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 298 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 298 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 298 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessi Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Excellent place to stay. Thanks for the hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R., Wrexham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday stop for 5 nights
Loved the whole place
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!!
Great property. Quality all round. Excellent location. Really good property manager
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay, great location
We had a great 3 nights here, the location is perfect and the accommodation full of character and history, while still being comfortable. The overseas visitors I brought with me were really delighted when we pulled up outside, and couldn't stop saying how lucky we were to be staying there. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
We enjoyed our stay and would choose it again if in the area. Relaxing, nice walks, lots to do in the area and great hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kato B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
awesome place, would book again
Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 18 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phillip A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bay View Bliss
Great location and a well run property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location
We had a wonderful stay in Opua. The location is beautiful, the caretakers, Celia and Chris, were helpful and gracious and the area is close to fun activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful historic location
Very comfortable place to stay, in a beautiful location. Love just sitting on the porch watching the bay. Walking or cycling trails to explore to the north and south, good food options nearby, and the ferry at the end of the street makes this a perfect spot to relax for the week.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First class holiday.
Excellent,great property and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tennille J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another fantastic stay!
Another fantastic stay at the Villa. Great communication as always and Chris was a fantastic, welcoming and generous host. Enjoyed staying again always look forward to our stays! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex S., Waikanae, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing accommodation and hosts
We loved our stay, the accommodation was everything we expected and more! Breathtaking views of the marina, easy walk to the yacht cruising club and general store, plus so close to the car ferry to Russell. Paihia was a short drive away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay for a relaxing holiday
We had an amazing family time at Opua. The property was super clean and spacious, with everything we needed for a wonderful vacation. Chris and Ciello were very helpful as well, we were able to borrow kayaks and enjoy the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family from Auckland
Fantastic spot, really nice place, tidy, easy check in etc. Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a place to enjoy R&R.
From Ciello’s welcoming voice on the phone as we travelled till when we left we enjoyed every minute. Chris and Ciello made us very welcome and the cleanliness was only surpassed by the views from the veranda of sun rise and sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Clean and fantastic location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas 2023
Lovely hosts. Beautiful property in a lovely spot. Loved our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Weekend
Got there in the winter and it was already heated for us. Beds were comfy. Lots of help from Chris the caretaker. Such a wonderful view on a quiet street. Would stay again when we come back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place
We loved our few days at Delwyn's gorgeous place in Opua. Everything was spotless, and check in was easy as. Chris gave us great local recommendations, and the location was so beautiful and provided the perfect base from which to explore. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
What a gem and a find! Very friendly, clean, and beautifully appointed without loosing that old world charm.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Opua's heritage accomadation
We found that everything was first class, from the amazing views to the very friendly and helpfully caretakers.We really enjoyed our stay and will come again.

10/10 Excellent

Sheryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Langridge family Western Australia
Most enjoyable stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Very clean, well looked after property. Great kitchen, well stocked with everything you need if wanting to cook at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary K., Wisconsin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful historical home!
Lovely location on the bay with the perfect porch to enjoy our morning coffee. The home was spotlessly clean, updated in all the right ways without compromising the historical feel of the home. The beds were very comfortable. We will return if we ever visit this beautiful corner of the world.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
A lovely little place opposite the harbour with stunning views. Everything you need and very helpful managers on site. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022