Apartment

Lovely heritage accommodation

Beachfront apartment with kitchen and patio

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The old homestead
Lounge and enjoy the view
Best coffee spot in the Bay
Bay View 1929
Master bedroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Opua, Opua
  • Place, Bay of Islands Marina
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #2

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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);

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Very important because wooden historic building

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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Opua

Located in Opua, this apartment is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Opua, Opua

What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands Marina - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Makana Chocolate Boutique - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Paihia Beach - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Russell Beach - 18 min drive - 9.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬9 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?

Checkout 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.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 285 out of 316 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 316 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 316 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 316 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brett E.

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

A great place to stay in the Bay of islands

Really nice location right by the water, fantastic heritage building. Great hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasantly surprised how warm, roomy, comfortable this property was. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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

Mark W.

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

Beautiful waterfront historical character home

It was amazing to stay in this piece of history in the Bay of Islands. The stay was awesome, thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Picture-perfect

Very comfortable accommodation in a wonderful location and the friendliest of hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Beautiful appartments

Great
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

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

Neil W.

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

Elizabeth and Neil

Was a great flat with everything we needed including kitchen appliances. Location was perfect for out stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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

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

Verified traveller

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Anne E.

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

Ms

A lovely property and a stunning location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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

Heritage lovelyness

Wanted to stay longer
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

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

Bay of Islands Bliss

We were so pleasantly surprised when we arrived at this beautiful heritage property. The location was perfect and the decor was authentic and unique. We stayed just three nights but would have loved to have stayed longer. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aroha H.

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

Competed in waka ama long distance nationals in paihia

Clean property,great location,very comfortable ,friendly and informative property manager
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Beautiful Opua

Great step back in history with all the mod cons.Friendly helpful staff.So comfortable with outside seating overlooking the bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tennille J.

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

Another wonderful stay!

Another wonderful holiday at the villa in Opua. We had a fantastic relaxing stay with the wonderful hospitality of Ciello and Chris the lovely villa caretakers. The Villa team including the owner Delwyn always ensure we have a great stay and are so wonderful and thoughtful. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

Warm and friendly welcome

My husband and I were made very welcome by Ciello and her husband and found the accommodation comfortable and homely. The view on the bay with its sailing boats was spectacular. The furniture matches the historic house, which is really nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall W.

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

Extraordinary!

We had the most wonderful time! The location is superb and the cleanliness was phenomenal. Neat and tidy and super clean. Can not fault the place one bit. The host was lovely and very helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa c.

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

Amazing!

Such a beautiful, clean and well situated property. Great base to explore from. Property managers were so welcoming and friendly. Kitchen had everything you would need. Beds comfortable. Such a peaceful place, with the bay across the road. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob R.

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

A blast from my past

Impeccably presented and well equipped. Jane and I stayed for 4 days in the same flat that my parents rented shortly after immigrating from Holland in 1958 - very nostalgic and satisfying stay !
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire M., Wellington

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

Magic in Opua

This property totally exceeded our expectations. Beautifully appointed. Just magic sitting out front at night watching the activity on the water. The managers are just awesome & attended all our needs. We all thought it was amazing. Thank you & we hope to be back one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fabulous
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Delwyn Barnett

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I am a mother to five grown children and also a grandmother. I live in Taranaki, New Zealand. Interests are family, travel, gardening, pets and photography.

Why they chose this property

Although I put the year purchased as 1885, this obviously is not when I purchased the property, but when my great grandparents moved the building to its current location at Opua. It was run by my great-grandmother, then my grandmother after that as a boarding house. In 1967 my uncles divided the property into five separate apartments, three of which I now own. My hope is that my children too will keep this property, maintain and value it as I do.

What makes this property unique

I love the history, especially the family history attached to this old homestead and the Opua area.

Languages:

English

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