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Reviews of Barrier Headquarters main house. Unobstructed 270 degree views white sandy beach

Barrier Headquarters main house. Unobstructed 270 degree views white sandy beach
Medlands Beach, Great Barrier Island

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10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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Beautiful place
A beautiful place to stay, great view and nicely furnished.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna W., Auckland

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180 degree views in relaxed but modern comfort
My partner and I stayed at this lovely holiday home for 3 nights after Christmas 2021. For us the location was perfect- a 5 min stroll to long sandy beaches (a car is provided for running down the hill to beach/ estuary, but we didn’t need it) and safe swimming spots, returning to 180 degree views from lounge/ kitchen, balconies and master bedroom. The home has everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stay. We tiki toured around the island during our stay and both agreed we had found the best spot to stay. We’ll be back and would bring family with us as home could easily accommodate more guests without being on top of each other
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2022
Thank you Anna for these lovely words, I welcome you back any time. Anthony.

10/10 Excellent

Garry J.

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A spot you will want to stay longer in
Great location, amazing property. All the modern conveniences in an off-grid island. Fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
Thank you Garry, much appreciated. Pleased you enjoyed your stay, hope to see you again.

10/10 Excellent

Alison S., canada

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Beautiful, relaxing with everything you need
We enjoyed a relaxing 3 nights in this beautiful property. It was exactly as described, the unit was very well stocked and the view was amazing. A perfect getaway and a base to explore the island. Thank you! My only recommendation would be that having a high chair available would be helpful for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2021
Thank you Alison, I really appreciate your fantastic review. Well noted with the high chair, you are welcome back anytime. Enjoy your week, Anthony

10/10 Excellent

Cory K.

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Amazing property, view and location
What an amazing place to stay. Great view from the kitchen, lounge, and main bedroom. Nice balcony and very private. Love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2021
Thank you Cory, so pleased you enjoyed your stay. You're welcome back anytime. Anthony.

10/10 Excellent

Ana n.

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Absolutely gorgeous, would love to stay again sometime soon.
The house was lovely, everything we needed. The view is superb, pictures just don’t do it justice. The perfect getaway to relax and completely get off the grid.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2021
Thank you Ana, pleased you had a relaxing time and enjoyed your evenings in front of the open fire 🔥🔥🔥

10/10 Excellent

JP F.

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Everything was excellent thank you
Brilliant stay and will definitely be coming again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2021
Best guests ever, JP you're welcome back anytime, never have I had guests do such an incredible job keeping the house so tidy, showing total respect for my place, thank you very much. AJ.

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine M.

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Fabulous spot and what a view!
We absolutely loved our stay at this house. Four adults and plenty of space - we didn’t turn on the TV once as we just enjoyed the indoor/outdoor flow from the lounge to the deck. The kitchen was very well supplied for all the cooking we did, the view from the deck was just gorgeous and the car for that side of the river to run us up and down to the footbridge was much appreciated. We are already talking about when we might be able to return! Our favourite house we have ever stayed at in Great Barrier. Thanks again to Anthony and Chris for the great communication along the way and a perfect stay!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2020
Thank you very much for those kind words, I do my best to make sure all guests have a relaxing and memorable holiday, nobody ever wants to leave. Anthony.

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

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Epic Place
As good as it gets. Thanks guys
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2021
Thanks Jason, I’ve just installed a hot tub for best views of night sky stars during winter time. Best Anthony.

10/10 Excellent

Santhosh G.

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A delightful escape
This lodge is a gem - superbly located close to the aerodrome and the shops at Claris, with amazing sea views and walking distance to Medlands beach. There is a superb kitchen, with an excellent gas cooker and huge benchtop. All crockery, cutlery, pots and pans are provided. As the house relies on solar and gas for power and water heating, there is no microwave or electric heaters - for warmth, you'll have to get the wood fire in the living room going. When you check-in, make sure with Chris that the water heating and the room heating is going (it's quite a complex system). The courtesy car from the footbridge up the hill is a real blessing - although avoid if you have dust allergies. Chris and Anthony are a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar 2021
Thank you Santhosh for this review, much appreciated. You have been one of my most honored guests, next time you return I owe you a free nights accommodation. Best wishes Anthony.

10/10 Excellent

Sharon c.

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Great Barrier Get Away
Outstanding property that exceeded all our expectations, sensational views of the Island and beaches, the house is perfectly decorated and everything you could possibly need to make your stay comfortable is provided, will definitely return.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2020
Fantastic guests, they treated the house with upmost respect and looked after it as if it was their own, would love to have Sharon to stay again. Anthony

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

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Incredibly special!
The house is incredible, the location is calm and remote. I couldn’t have loved my time here more! The only thing I would say to anyone reading is to hire a car so you can explore the island a little/get to the local shops for food- I didn’t and wish I had!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Thank you Linsey, you were a delightful guest and welcome to stay again anytime, I will give you a personal tour of the Island x

10/10 Excellent

Helaina F.

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Incredible
This property is incredible - I would highly recommend staying here. The view from the house is stunning. The photos do not do it justice. Communication was great and checking in was super easy. Cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Dear Helaina, Thank you very much for your kind words, very flattering. It is a special place I enjoy sharing with good people. Best wishes, Anthony

10/10 Excellent

chris j.

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Great Barrier retreat
Fabulous property for 4 adult family members. Superb fittings & views. Only discovered the property manual (loose papers mixed in with other maps etc) the day we left. Perhaps a folder would work better. A great experience overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019