Waitangi River Lodge - Nr. Paihia Bay Of Islands

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A spacious living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There is a dining area with chairs and a table. Large windows offer a view of greenery outside.
A room with two beds, a sofa, and a window with curtains.
A spacious living room with a large wooden dining table, comfortable seating, a bookshelf, and a view of greenery through large windows.
A two-story house with a sloped roof, a front porch, and a driveway.
A modern house with a covered porch, a lawn, and a tree.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy a spacious layout that gives everyone more room to relax.
  • Foosball onsite
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Paihia, Paihia Bay of Islands
  • Place, Haruru Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Action World
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Master bedroom with ensuite and spa bath

1 King Bed

Front Bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Child Bed

Upstairs 1 x queen bed

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Waitangi River Lodge - Nr. Paihia Bay Of Islands

Waitangi River Lodge has everything you need in this large self catering home with views over the Waitangi river and surrounded by rural land where you can watch the pukeko and ducks, or the children enjoying themselves in the kayaks or dinghy provided.
Here you can expect a peaceful holiday.
This home has a large fully equipped kitchen including wireless internet, also seating for 12 around the large dining table.
This flows through into an open plan lounge, adjoining an entertainment room with flat screen TV, surround sound, DVD, all channels on Sky etc.
At this end of the house is the master bedroom with Super King bed and walk in wardrobe, plus en suite bathroom including spa bath, vanity, and toilet.
By the front entrance we have a bedroom containing 2 single beds plus a trundle bed.
Beyond the entertainment room is another 1 x twin with fold out bed in wardrobe, in the next bedroom 2 x twin (these zip together to make a super king) and the third bedroom has a Queen bed.
Upstairs contains a double bed, shower, vanity and toilet, also with lounge area and kitchenette with fridge, twin cook top, tea/coffee making facilities. This upstairs area does have wonderful views of the river.
With two living areas downstairs and separate upper level living (combined with bedroom and bathroom) provides ample space for both children and adults
With 6 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (all with heated towel rails) for up to 16 guests, this is an ideal holiday home for the extended family or two families holidaying together.
Large laundry available for your convenience but please bring your own beach towels.
The perfect family holiday home, or special retreat for a group of couples and a great place for friends to gather and enjoy a BBQ on the deck, enjoying the river and rural views and magnificent sunsets.
Paihia is only a 5 minute drive away for a great swimming beach, trips out to the Islands, fishing, Para sailing,
Special conditions:
No smoking inside the house
No Pets
Children need supervision by river

Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$200.00 per stay); Linen (included);

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
We will be in touch to ensure your check-out is straightforward and will contact you if your group leaves anything of value behind. Travel safe, we hope to see you again some time
Please check that all doors are locked as you leave. We will visit to re-alarm and check the property, deal with laundry, and rubbish
Please leave a comment in our visitors book and we hope you come again
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20020594
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Haruru

Haruru is home to this holiday home. Bay of Islands Kayaking and Waitangi Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Action World and Makana Chocolate Boutique. Travelling with kids? Consider Makana Confections and The Kauri Workshop. 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 horse riding nearby.
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Paihia, Paihia Bay of Islands

What's nearby

  • Haruru Falls - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Action World - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Te Ti Bay - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Paihia Beach - 10 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Seaside - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Honey House Cafe - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waitangi River Lodge - Nr. Paihia Bay Of Islands pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Waitangi River Lodge - Nr. Paihia Bay Of Islands?

As of 24 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitangi River Lodge - Nr. Paihia Bay Of Islands on 25 Oct 2026 start from AU$2,022, 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 Waitangi River Lodge - Nr. Paihia Bay Of Islands?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waitangi River Lodge - Nr. Paihia Bay Of Islands?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waitangi River Lodge - Nr. Paihia Bay Of Islands?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waitangi River Lodge - Nr. Paihia Bay Of Islands located?

This family-friendly Haruru holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Haruru Falls and Bay of Islands. Action World and Paihia Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by JackP736

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What makes this property unique

Peaceful surroundings and 5 minutes drive to Paihia andamp; beach
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