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Starry Starry Nights
Riverfront Waihi holiday home in Waikino with kitchen
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Reviews
8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16
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Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Bunkroom
1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Cabin Outdoor toilet and shower
1 Double Bed
Double bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Dressing room
1 Child Bed
Hobbit cabin
1 Queen Bed
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
mezzanine
1 Double Futon
Rustic Cabin outdoor toilet and shower
1 Child Bed
Tree house
1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Starry Starry Nights
The house is roomy with places to be alone if you are in a group.
There are 4 cosy cabins which share an outdoor shower, toilet and basic kitchen. They do not have there own ensuite. There is a large lawn for playing with the kids and several seating options.
A fire pit in the front and a lovely terraced garden at the back which provide lots of outdoor interest. Ample parking. Waikino school which can be viewed from the house has a neat little playground which resounds with the laughter of children.
This area and surrounds has bush walks and mountain hikes up the slopes of Mt's Karangahake and nearby Mt Te Aroha. Relax in the hot pools in Te Aroha.
Surf at Waihi beach and swim the cool waters at Dickey Flats. Immerse yourself in the historic past of this goldmining area.
The goldfields historic railway is just minutes from the house. This vintage train makes a one-hour 6.5km trip from Waihi to Waikino and back. There are trains Mon-Fri at 10am, 11.45am and 1.45pm, and everyday during school holidays and throughout Jan and Feb.
Historic Victoria Battery
Play on the front lawn or just chill on the deck with a good book. Location is elevated looking north east. You will need a car to get here and travel to the many attractions in the area.
The cycle track passes Waikino minutes from the house.
Special conditions:
Families preferred. Mature groups accepted. No pets inside please. Smoking outside only,
Starry nights is a family holiday cottage. This is definitely NOT a party house.
There are fold out sofas. The towels and fresh Linen is provided.
Enjoy your visit and please leave the property as you found it.
Please enquire for special rates for long term stays.
There is a cleaning service which is charged if the whole property is booked for more than two weeks.
There are 4 cosy cabins which share an outdoor shower, toilet and basic kitchen. They do not have there own ensuite. There is a large lawn for playing with the kids and several seating options.
A fire pit in the front and a lovely terraced garden at the back which provide lots of outdoor interest. Ample parking. Waikino school which can be viewed from the house has a neat little playground which resounds with the laughter of children.
This area and surrounds has bush walks and mountain hikes up the slopes of Mt's Karangahake and nearby Mt Te Aroha. Relax in the hot pools in Te Aroha.
Surf at Waihi beach and swim the cool waters at Dickey Flats. Immerse yourself in the historic past of this goldmining area.
The goldfields historic railway is just minutes from the house. This vintage train makes a one-hour 6.5km trip from Waihi to Waikino and back. There are trains Mon-Fri at 10am, 11.45am and 1.45pm, and everyday during school holidays and throughout Jan and Feb.
Historic Victoria Battery
Play on the front lawn or just chill on the deck with a good book. Location is elevated looking north east. You will need a car to get here and travel to the many attractions in the area.
The cycle track passes Waikino minutes from the house.
Special conditions:
Families preferred. Mature groups accepted. No pets inside please. Smoking outside only,
Starry nights is a family holiday cottage. This is definitely NOT a party house.
There are fold out sofas. The towels and fresh Linen is provided.
Enjoy your visit and please leave the property as you found it.
Please enquire for special rates for long term stays.
There is a cleaning service which is charged if the whole property is booked for more than two weeks.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Waihi
Located in Waikino, a neighbourhood in Waihi, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Gold-mining Museum and Art Gallery and Waihi Arts Centre & Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hauraki Rail Trail - Day Rides and Athenree Hot Springs. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

Waihi Beach, Hauraki
What's nearby
- The Waterlily Gardens - 5 min drive - 6.8 km
- Karangahake Gorge - 14 min drive - 8.2 km
- Whangamata Beach - 26 min drive - 43.5 km
- Miranda Hot Springs - 43 min drive - 70.5 km
- Tauranga Domain - 53 min drive - 80.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- L&P Cafe - 13 min drive
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- one3one - 12 min drive
- Providence Pantry - 13 min drive
- Kava waihi - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by rakaig42
I am a retired Art teacher and have also shared the responsibility of several businesses with my husband. We have 5 adult children and many mokopuna who enjoy Starry Nights occasionally. I have a passion for my garden and love this area. Waikino village has an active community spirit, is quiet and scenic and handy to lots of outdoor activities. The cabins are cosy and unique three of which have their own decks but share the toilet and shower. I love meeting fellow travellers and sharing this paradise with you all.
What makes this property unique
Cycle the gorge and carry on to Waihi, Paeroa, Te Aroha and Thames. Tramp the local tracks through the beautiful bush and alongside rivers. Learn about NZ's gold mining history in Waihi, Waikino and the surrounding area. Lots to do and repeat doing.
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