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Kauri post cottage, close to everything!

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Exterior
Room
Living area
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Waipapa, Northland
  • Place, Marty's Golf Range
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Falls
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Parrot Place
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Kauri post cottage, close to everything!

The Kauri post cottage is tucked away from the road, very close to Kerikeri, Waipapa, and the highway north. A warm quiet space, with shaded outside areas to relax. The cottage has one bedroom with a queen bed. The lounge also has a sofa bed and an extra mattress. The bathroom is all access with wide entry into the bedroom and the full kitchen is light & spacious. The fireplace or heaters make the cottage toasty in winter. Maximum 4 in the cottage. Children all ages welcome.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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
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

Waipapa

Located in Waipapa, this cottage is in a rural area. Marty's Golf Range and Pure Day Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Islands and Rainbow Falls. The Parrot Place and Makana Confections are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Waipapa, Northland

What's nearby

  • Marty's Golf Range - 3 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Rainbow Falls - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • The Parrot Place - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Fairy Pools - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Stone Store - 7 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Phat House Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Green's Thai Cuisine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Istanbul Kebab - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rocksalt Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kauri post cottage, close to everything! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kauri post cottage, close to everything!?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kauri post cottage, close to everything! on 29 June 2026 start from AU$125, 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 Kauri post cottage, close to everything!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kauri post cottage, close to everything!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kauri post cottage, close to everything!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kauri post cottage, close to everything! located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Rainbow Falls and 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Marty's Golf Range. Fairy Pools and Wharepuke Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little hidden treasure but close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loran V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There was everything we needed. It was great, thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful, homely cottage with all the essentials you need. Had a delightful peaceful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gerard O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great , comfy cottage, ride on lawnmower , must be out of action. Towels could double as sandpaper and need replacing. Otherwise a pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo & Glen W.

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

Awesome place with a great history

We really enjoyed staying there ans would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon C.

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

Idyllic and relaxing

Great place to stay, beautiful cottage and close to Kerikeri!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It happened to be very warm. A second fan would have been useful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Graeme S.

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

Comfy

Comfy quiet spot to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

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

Great spot

Great spot to stay with the fire on a winter night keeping us toasty warm. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan H.

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

Good value

Good value and convenient for us as we were visiting relatives in the same road
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

María Clara S.

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

Cozy and beautiful place

Nice place to relax and share time with family. Very clean and spacious. Will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

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

Tudor family

Great place to stay for a few days - even a historic place! The only thing I would suggest is having a barbecue.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Beautiful Cottage

Wonderful property. Love how it used to be the post office. 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sorayah Z.

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

Wonderful stay

The cottage is so beautiful. It was clean and had everything we needed. We loved reading the history on the cottage and how it came to be. I definitely recommend staying here. I would return in a heart beat if we ever travel north again. Thank you Douglas!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Nice little hideaway

Great property with everything you need. Very clean and well equipped. Comfortable enough for a family of 4. Plenty of info from the owner on what to do in the area and other Northland hotspots which were all within an hours drive. Would recommend as a place close enough to everything but still nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ciara S.

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

Cozy Hideway

The cottage was even cuter in person and was the perfect base to explore the northlands from! I wish we had more time since the sunny porch and living room begged me to sit and read a good book. The historic post office flooring was beautiful and it was cool to learn about its history. Douglas was great with communication and food recommendations too! Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mary b.

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

Wonderful

The historical significance of the cottage made our 3 night stay all that more special when returning to Aotearoa for a short time. Our family of four enjoyed the peacefulness of the cottage while appreciating being able to access the amenities that Kerikeri and the local surrounds had to offer. We didn’t see our host Doug, but the communication before our arrival was fantastic and we felt welcomed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maree K.

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

Cute cottage

The cottage is spacious and very well equipped. There is a full kitchen and a washing machine.We were 2 adults and 2 children, one of the kids slept on a matress on the floor in the living room but it was perfect for what we needed.Doug was very responsive when we needed anything. The only slight down side is that it wasn't very private when using the outdoor area.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Bay of Islands

The cottage was very clean, but a little tired. Not quite as convenient for accessing the Bay of Islands as we had hoped. Doug was helpful in providing directions, and with setting up the TV for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah H.

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

Good-could be great

The grounds are full of beautiful flowering trees and bushes. In some areas a little tidy up would be good especially as you drive in and areas to the far side of the cottage. The host was very attentive to all communications we had with him. Having easy access to the washing machine was a big bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ngaire S.

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

Beds very hard.

Lovely little cottage close to our event. Very clean and tidy. Everything we needed was there. Only issue was the poor quality of the beds. They were all very hard. The pull out trundler bed was only a mattress on the floor. We were a family group of 4 older people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Neal C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Some areas need attention

Overall a good place to stay, tidy cottage and the kitchen setup is great. Lots of positives to this place but a few downsides as well. The oven (which we didn't use) is in real need of a good clean. The armchair cushions need refurbishing, being the lumpiest and most uncomfortable things we've ever tried to sit on. Set in lovely grounds which are in need of a good tidy up.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was perfect. I was a solo traveller there to play golf. Host was extremely helpful and engaged with me to assist in my travels. Home is quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

About the host

Hosted by Douglas Astill

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An outside person,
at home in the sea, the garden, or trying new languages.

Why they chose this property

Tucked away from the road, this quiet property has easy access to both town and the highway for the amazing beaches north of Kerikeri.

What makes this property unique

The cottage has a full kitchen, rare in 1 bedroom rentals. It is quiet and the only guest rental on the property. It has a history as one of Kerikeri's oldest buildings. Original kauri floors, carpet, and a fireplace make this a cozy choice for winter. While the cottage is can only host two people, there is a sofa bed in the lounge by request for those needing separate beds. . There is plenty of outdoor living space, perfect for breakfast in the sun. Next to the cottage is a covered garage for guests, making unpacking easier.
At the end off Pungaere road is the amazing Kauri tree board walk in Puketi forest.

Languages:

English, Japanese

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