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A bedroom with a bed, pillows, and a magazine on the floor. There are two wall-mounted lights above the bed.
A garden with white flowers and a wooden pergola.
A window with a view of a garden, including various plants and a blue vase.
A kitchen with a green window, white cabinets, and hanging pendant lights.
A small house with a purple exterior, a blue door, and a window with a red curtain.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Hokianga Harbour

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Kitchenette
  • Free internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Breakfast for a fee

Explore the area

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Kohukohu, Northland
  • Place, Hokianga Harbour
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rawene Domain
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Opononi Beach
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪92 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Master and Mistress suite

1 Queen Bed

Resting Nook

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Kohukohu

Kohukohu is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hokianga Harbour and Maungataniwha Range, while Motuti Marae and Manea Footprints of Kupe are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Map
Kohukohu, Northland

What's nearby

  • Hokianga Harbour - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Maungataniwha Range - 24 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Rawene Community Library - 33 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Rawene Domain - 33 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Opononi Beach - 55 min drive - 31.5 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boatshed Café - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Koke Pub and Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Horeke Tavern - ‬47 min drive
  • ‪Hokianga Takeaways Rawene - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪A New Era Cafe - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Birdsong & bananas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Birdsong & bananas ?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Birdsong & bananas on 14 Nov 2026 start from AU$302, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Birdsong & bananas ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Birdsong & bananas ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birdsong & bananas ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Birdsong & bananas located?

Situated in Kohukohu, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Hokianga Harbour and within 9 miles (15 km) of Rawene Community Library and Maungataniwha Range. Motuti Marae and Opononi Beach are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kohukohu Sanctuary

Super cute and comfortable cabin near the beautiful Hokianga Harbour.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2024
Thankyou for yr positive review ☺️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Idyllic property and township.

We loved staying at this stylish and super comfortable haven in a beautiful garden. Kohukohu township is a lovely historic place, and the people are very welcoming. Really, this is a special place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2022
Thank you John! We loved having you stay and are delighted that you enjoyed the ambience of Floyd Cottage and the vibe of Kohukohu. Ka kite ano :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden getaway

The place was so lovely and secluded, it felt like we were staying in a jungle! It had everything you needed and such groovy decor!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

What a fantastic cottage on a gorgeous spot. The cottage had everything I needed for my stay and was prefer for a week of relaxing and recharging! Hosts were lovely and super helpful. Highly recommended and already thinking about how I can come back next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2022
Thankyou for yr comments Jaime, we loved having you! Please get in touch with us before booking as we will have a nicew surprise for you :))
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kereru in Kohukohu

A delightful quiet cottage retreat in central Kohukohu full of art and wonderful books, and maps and possible excursions on the stunning Hokianga Harbour. Oh, and lots of lush plants and birdlife.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Floyd Cottage

Quiet and private - surrounded by beautiful gardens and birdsong. Lovely friendly community and awesome hosts. We needed a quiet relaxing break from everything and that is exactly what we got. Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Such a great property. So so quiet. With everything you need. The bathroom and shower are beautiful. Very comfortable bed. Lise was also so accommodating and a breeze to deal with. Would stay here again in a flash.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov 2022
Thank You Cal, we enjoyed hosting you...would have you back in a flash too! ;)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magic

Absolutely beautiful will return 1 day cannot thank yous enough 😘💞
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov 2022
Thankyou Amanda, We look forward to welcoming you back :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Lush Retreat

Nestled in a lush tropical bush setting, 'Birdsong & Bananas' lived up to the name! It feels both private & secluded, while at the same time being a short stroll to everything Kohukohu has to offer. Lise & Claudio were thoughtful and communicative hosts, keen to make sure we had everything we needed, including time to ourselves. Comfy, super clean, unique...and a playground over the road in the local school which our son loved. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2023
Thank you for your review Liz. We look forward to welcoming you again when next in this neck of the woods. Kindest Regards Lise & Claudio
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Floyd Cottage

Lovely welcoming hosts, Lise was prompt and attentive. We just stayed the one night but it was a very restful and relaxing stay, very private and serene garden areas to enjoy, and all just a short walk to the Kohukohu CBD : ) Very handy to the pub and shop and just across the street from the bowls club where the locals will happily welcome you for a sneaky beverage, there’s some folks there enjoying a bowl and a beer most nights during the summer nights.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb 2025
It was lovely to meet you both and we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful space to regroup and renew.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So peaceful

Such a quiet serene location. The duvet was super cozy. The kitchen is well equipped. Check-in/check-out process was very easy. Recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2021
Thank you for yr lovely review Solenn! We are so glad you enjoyed yr stay at Floyd Cottage. Warmest Regards
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Bach

Lise & Claudio our lovely hosts. We had such a relaxing break in your beautiful bach. Close to all the towns amenities everything within walking distance. Thank you so much for your hospitality your bach is unique and the gardens were amazing. Merry Xmas and Happy New Year Kind regards
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Perfect communication by the owners, they went above and beyond for me and gave me a full rundown of the area. Thank you so much, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute Cottage

But no wifi. Total bummer
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review Floyd Cottage. We do not advertise the cottage as having wifi and free wifi is available on the property and in the village centre. It has to be said that mobile and wifi reception can be patchy in this area through no fault of our own. We hope you were able to connect in other ways during yr stay 🙂
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tucked away and comfortable

Looking for peace and quiet in an idyllic isolated location? This could be just the right spot for you. Hidden away in the tiny village of Kohukohu on the upper reaches of hokianga harbour. Kohukohu is a tiny village, so it’s not the right spot for you if you are looking for easy access to city delights. The pretty village of rawene is a couple of kilometres plus a 10 minute ferry ride away and has a small supermarket and a great cafe. The cabin itself is set in beautiful gardens and is very well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you for yr lovely review. We loved having you stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet lovely paradise

We loved staying in this beautiful cottage. It was so private and quiet and the space was beautiful enhanced with lots of original art which we LOVED. The daybed was a gorgeous place to relax and read and the wrap around decks meant you could seek either the sun or the shade at any point in the day. The local township has some wonderful art galleries and its just a short trip by car ferry to Rawene where there are several more galleries, puzzle and book shops, and places to eat. Our hosts Lise and Claudio were so welcoming and never intruded on our quiet time. The bowl of fresh plums was a lovely welcome. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
We enjoyed meeting you both :) (:
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage, well situated, comfortable and private.

Kohukohu is my favourite piece of Northland and this cottage is a perfect place to stay and to explore the Hokianga and far north from.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you ! We are delighted you enjoyed your stay in Kohukohu.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

restful

Our stay in Kohukohu was very restorative. It was like visiting a magical land. Floyd Cottage is both a peaceful and creative space. The hosts, Lise and Claudio were very welcoming. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect !

Floyd cottage is wonderful, just as advertised. Really clean, charming, quiet location and a true home from home. It is a perfect little getaway gem, and KohuKohu is too. The locals are friendly and welcoming, and Lise went out of her way to ensure we were comfortable. If you are looking to book a Bach, you can book this one with confidence.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you for yr positive review. We love happy guests! :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A very cute, spacious and well equipped cottage set in a gorgeous, private garden in the heart of K

A very cute, spacious and well equipped cottage set in a gorgeous, private garden in the heart of Kohukohu.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Most delightful setting very relaxing and private.

Most delightful setting very relaxing and private.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Very interesting and historic location, had a great time

Very interesting and historic location, had a great time
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thoughtfully presented accommodation that provides a beautiful environment to relax.

Thoughtfully presented accommodation that provides a beautiful environment to relax. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this special part of NZ. Lovely gardens, comfy bed and everything we needed to unwind for a week.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A stylish and peaceful haven in a cool and historic little village that time has forgotten.

A stylish and peaceful haven in a cool and historic little village that time has forgotten.
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