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XSPOT cliff-top eco-holiday apartment for two 4WD

XSPOT cliff-top eco-holiday apartment for two 4WD

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Fitness facility
from the deck looking west
looking out
Room
Breakfast on the deck

Overview of XSPOT cliff-top eco-holiday apartment for two 4WD

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Tryphena, Great Barrier Island
  • Popular LocationMedlands Beach27 min drive
  • AirportGreat Barrier Island (GBZ)34 min drive
  • Popular LocationKaitoki Beach41 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlind Bay47 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Master suite

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

XSPOT cliff-top eco-holiday apartment for two 4WD

“2013 Gold Winner Golden Piwa" BEST IN ECO-FRIENDLY!

It's blissful! A relaxing adventure!

Looking for peace, quiet, solitude?
This light and modern apartment on Aotea Great Barrier Island provides just that, and has sweeping 270 degree panoramic views over the Hauraki Gulf.

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COVID19​ info

XSPOT operates under the Covid Protection Framework as follows:

- Guests over 12 years old must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19

- If you have any Covid-19 symptoms, and this affects your booking, please contact us asap via phone or email asap before and after arrival, so that we can assist.
- We have extended our Cancellation Policy to include isolation requirements that may occur due to Covid-19.

In addition, there are still a few restrictions on travel into New Zealand. Please check them before you book from overseas.

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Walk in and become part of the view. Take a seat on the comfy couch or a deck chair and gaze at the ever-changing views over the water. Or amble a few meters through the long grass, sit down on a rock and relax, hear the waves break on the rocks below. Spot a sting ray.

The apartment is self-contained with its own entrance and hallway. It is attached to our home, from where we, if required, can assist with tips on things to do on island, and solar and firewood systems.

Keep an eye out for diving dolphins, whales working schools of fish, gannets graciously gliding past at eye-height and cray fisherman checking their pots.

You may occasionally have to check that your book is still in your lap and that your drink is still at hand, but you may completely forget about them, too.

Once you're totally relaxed, you could go and explore the island, or have a splash in the shared unheated swimming pool with views!

The unheated swimming pool with a view is available for a splash in summer.

This remote 4WD location is perfect for a honeymoon! Don't forget to ask about our Good Heavens stargazing special for couples!

The 80m2 apartment is spacious and has one master bedroom with ensuite and a walk in wardrobe to store your gear.

Book an extra few days if you are in doubt.. Most of our guests say they are sorry they didn't stay for longer. It is just soo relaxing.

4WD access only! Bring your own on the ferry or rent one through Claris rentals.

Travel to the Barrier by sea on the Sealink ferry, or fly with either Flymysky or Barrier Air. Helipad available close by.

Extras must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.
Special conditions:
This clifftop apartment has has amazing views but is not necessarily suitable for toddlers. They are welcome with tight supervision.
Our alternative power system is sturdy but cannot cope with an overload. Electric appliances creating heat (hairdryers, -straighteners, toasters, rice cookers, etc.) are very hard on our batteries. Please do not bring them. Phone chargers, etc. are fine.
Please leave the property as you found it or pay $100 extra for cleaning.

Please ask about a Good Heavens Private Dark Sky Experience on site, or a Dark Sky Group Experience at Medlands.

Property manager

HildeH

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Great Barrier Island

Located in Great Barrier Island, this apartment is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Medlands Beach and Kaitoki Beach. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Medlands Beach - 27 min drive
  • Kaitoki Beach - 41 min drive
  • Blind Bay - 47 min drive
  • Windy Canyon Lookout - 66 min drive
  • Glenfern Sanctuary - 72 min drive

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tipi & Bobs Waterfront Lodge - 13 min drive
  • Mulberry Grove General Store - 18 min drive
  • Barrier Social Club - 14 min drive
  • Stonewall Store & Bottle Store - 15 min drive
  • The Innkeeper's Lodge & Currach Irish Pub - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does XSPOT cliff-top eco-holiday apartment for two 4WD have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is XSPOT cliff-top eco-holiday apartment for two 4WD pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at XSPOT cliff-top eco-holiday apartment for two 4WD?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at XSPOT cliff-top eco-holiday apartment for two 4WD?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is XSPOT cliff-top eco-holiday apartment for two 4WD located?

Situated by the ocean, this apartment building is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Medlands Beach and within 16 miles (25 km) of Kaitoki Beach and Blind Bay. Awana Bay and Mount Hobson are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

YVONNE M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views are amazing!!!
Starting with the drive into XSPOT is lovely through natural bush and rainforest. Would definitely recommend a 4WD though. Once you get to XSPOT you’ll be so blown away with the amazing views you won’t want to leave.The cliff top apartment is very comfortable and clean. Host are lovely Hilda and Rodger, thank you for our peaceful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a FABULOUS time at XSpot. It is such a serene place. The view is unreal and Hilde and Roger are very hospitable. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Superb
Fantastic 'off the grid' relaxing escape in a hilltop apartment with breathtaking views. Hilde gave us a warm welcome and the apartment is stunning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A most relaxing stay
Beautiful setting and superb facilities, exceptional view, very comfortable, with welcoming, friendly and helpful hosts. A place to revisit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen V., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love, love, love XSpot
We loved this place - the space, the views, and the people were gorgeous! It's beautifully designed with high ceilings and massive windows that make the most of the views, and create a space that is lovely to spend time in. To top it off, Hilde and Roger were fantastic hosts. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by HildeH

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Hilde came to Great Barrier Island from the Netherlands in 1999. She met Roger in the Irish pub, loved the man and the island and has never looked back. She has a background in hospitality management, but currently also makes a living translating on line and being a director of Good Heavens Dark Sky Epxeriences. In her spare times she loves to explore the island, go for walks, bike rides, swims, surfs and assist with sailing and surfing lessons for local school kids.



Roger has lived on the island since 1989. After a career in the family jewelry business in downtown Auckland, he chose the remote lifestyle that our Schooner Bay property offers. He runs an earth moving business and has reinvented himself in the last few years as a silver surfer. If you are a surfer too, make sure you ask him for some tips!

Why they chose this property

We built this property ourselves. The land had been in Roger's family since the 70-ies, and having lived on the land since the 1980s, it took a while and a subdivision to live our dream and build our dream home on the cliff. The attached but fully self-contained apartment is where you will be staying.

What makes this property unique

The views are amazing! The XSPOT apartment is light, modern and clean. Nature is right on your doorstep, with gannets searing past the windows and kaka attacking the flax plants. There are often dolphins and whales to admire in the waves down below. The sunset happens in it's full glory. This apartment is very private and remote, and with its amazing solitude, is ideal for honeymooners and stargazers.

Languages:

English, French, German, Dutch
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