You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Kauri post cottage, close to everything!
The Kauri post cottage is tucked away from the road, very close to Kerikeri, Waipapa, and the highway north. A warm quiet space, with shaded outside areas to relax. The cottage has one bedroom with a queen bed. The lounge also has a sofa bed and an extra mattress. The bathroom is all access with wide entry into the bedroom and the full kitchen is light & spacious. The fireplace or heaters make the cottage toasty in winter. Maximum 4 in the cottage. Children all ages welcome.
Property manager
Douglas Astill
Languages
English, Japanese
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Electric kettle
Toaster
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
1 bedroom
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathrooms
1 bathroom
Shower
Toilet paper
Hair dryer
Soap
Towels provided
Shampoo
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV
DVD player
Books
Outdoor areas
Patio
Garden
Laundry
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Cycling nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ecotours nearby
Power boating nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Vrbo Property Kerikeri
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Kerikeri
About the neighborhood
Waipapa, Northland
What's nearby
Marty's Golf Range - 1 min drive - 2.0 km
Rainbow Falls - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Fairy Pools - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Kerikeri Mission House - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
Stone Store - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
Getting around
Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 10 min drive
Restaurants
Barrow Boys Coffee Company - 7 min drive
Plough & Feather - 7 min drive
The Rusty Tractor Café & Trading Store - 6 min drive
Fishbone Cafe - 7 min drive
The Black Olive Pizzeria Takeaway and Restaurant - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Kauri post cottage, close to everything! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Kauri post cottage, close to everything!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kauri post cottage, close to everything!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Kauri post cottage, close to everything! located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marty's Golf Range and Pure Day Spa. Rainbow Falls is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.
Kauri post cottage, close to everything! Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mary R.
15 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
Wonderful property. Love how it used to be the post office. 10/10
Mary R.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Martha M.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Great spot to stay with the fire on a winter night keeping us toasty warm. Highly recommended.
Martha M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan T.
1 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Tudor family
Great place to stay for a few days - even a historic place! The only thing I would suggest is having a barbecue.
Jonathan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
6/10 Okay
Lyn B.
28 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Bay of Islands
The cottage was very clean, but a little tired. Not quite as convenient for accessing the Bay of Islands as we had hoped. Doug was helpful in providing directions, and with setting up the TV for us.
Lyn B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Alan H.
17 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good value
Good value and convenient for us as we were visiting relatives in the same road
Alan H.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Ngaire S.
28 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beds very hard.
Lovely little cottage close to our event. Very clean and tidy. Everything we needed was there.
Only issue was the poor quality of the beds. They were all very hard. The pull out trundler bed was only a mattress on the floor. We were a family group of 4 older people.
Ngaire S.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan R.
11 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice little hideaway
Great property with everything you need. Very clean and well equipped. Comfortable enough for a family of 4. Plenty of info from the owner on what to do in the area and other Northland hotspots which were all within an hours drive. Would recommend as a place close enough to everything but still nice and quiet.
Susan R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Neal C.
8 January 2024
Some areas need attention
Overall a good place to stay, tidy cottage and the kitchen setup is great. Lots of positives to this place but a few downsides as well. The oven (which we didn't use) is in real need of a good clean. The armchair cushions need refurbishing, being the lumpiest and most uncomfortable things we've ever tried to sit on. Set in lovely grounds which are in need of a good tidy up.
Neal C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
María Clara S.
4 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy and beautiful place
Nice place to relax and share time with family. Very clean and spacious. Will come back!
María Clara S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Deborah H.
14 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Good-could be great
The grounds are full of beautiful flowering trees and bushes. In some areas a little tidy up would be good especially as you drive in and areas to the far side of the cottage. The host was very attentive to all communications we had with him. Having easy access to the washing machine was a big bonus.
Deborah H.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
mary b.
10 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The historical significance of the cottage made our 3 night stay all that more special when returning to Aotearoa for a short time. Our family of four enjoyed the peacefulness of the cottage while appreciating being able to access the amenities that Kerikeri and the local surrounds had to offer. We didn’t see our host Doug, but the communication before our arrival was fantastic and we felt welcomed.
mary b.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jo & Glen W., Tuakau, New Zealand
22 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place with a great history
We really enjoyed staying there ans would stay again
Jo & Glen W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sorayah Z.
8 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
The cottage is so beautiful. It was clean and had everything we needed. We loved reading the history on the cottage and how it came to be. I definitely recommend staying here. I would return in a heart beat if we ever travel north again. Thank you Douglas!