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Lovely heritage accommodation

Beachfront apartment for sun and fun

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Step back in time at this beachfront accommodation, traditionally redecorated to maintain its historic charm. Located right on Opua's beachfront, wake up to sea gulls and views of the Bay while enjoying a relaxing stay with amenities like a pair of sea kayaks.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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);

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Very important because wooden historic building

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Lovely Heritage Accommodation Apartment Opua
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Lovely Heritage Accommodation Opua
Lovely Heritage Accommodation
Lovely Heritage Accommodation Opua
Lovely Heritage Accommodation Apartment
Lovely Heritage Accommodation Apartment Opua

About the area

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. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby. Visit our Opua travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Russell featuring tranquil scenes and a bay or harbour
    Bay of Islands
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Paihia Beach featuring a pebble beach and a bay or harbour
    Paihia Beach
    5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Paihia Wharf featuring a bay or harbour and a coastal town
    Paihia Wharf
    5 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Russell Beach which includes a sunset and a bay or harbour
    Russell Beach
    18 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Bay of Islands Marina
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Orange Frog
    7 min drive
  • Duke of Marlborough Hotel
    19 min drive
  • Charlotte's Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Mako Beach Bar
    7 min drive
  • Bad Habits
    8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely heritage accommodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lovely heritage accommodation?

On-site parking is available at the 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.

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Lovely heritage accommodation Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 325 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan Y.

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

Great accommodation in a great location.

The flat was very comfortable and in a great spot on the edge of the bay - walking distance to the local shop and the sailing club for a bite to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 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

Robyn L.

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

Great base to explore Northland

Had a lovely break with a mix of exploring and relaxing. The flat was perfect, great views & peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra Lisa R.

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

Wonderful Bay of Islands visit

Wonderful place to stay, so much to do in the area. Wonderful restaurant to walk to Great Pizza take away, at General Store
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James G.

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

Lovely Northland escape

We had a lovely family holiday and the listing was very accurate and views from the porch stunning
Stayed 8 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

Karen M.

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

Beautiful place to stay

We were pleasantly surprised at how beautiful the property was. It was nicely renovated and styled perfectly. The location was lovely with great views and only a short drive into town. We will stay again if we find ourselves back in this beautiful part of the world
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sisila J.

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

One of the best place in NZ

We had a nice holiday in the property. Place was well organized and cleaned.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edie's W.

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

Lovely stay

Lovely stay in a historical building. Decorated with period antiquesand well appointed. Very clean! Loved sitting on the porch!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah K.

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

Perfect stay!

We had such a nice time here. The space was much larger than we expected and felt like a home rather than a hotel room. We loved it so much we extended our stay by a few days ☺️ highly recommend
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arjen K.

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

Great place to stay

Newly renovated, well equipped house. Nice near the beach. Great walk lto Paihia.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

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

Lovely stay, great location

We had a great 3 nights here, the location is perfect and the accommodation full of character and history, while still being comfortable. The overseas visitors I brought with me were really delighted when we pulled up outside, and couldn't stop saying how lucky we were to be staying there. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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

Helen T.

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

Lovely stay

Thanks for this fantastic house - beautifully restored with many period features but with all mod cons to make your stay easy and enjoyable. The pictures don’t do the view justice - highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Opua March 2025

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten S.

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

Amazing Destination

We loved in Opua!! What an amazing place to stay. Beautiful property with postcard views!! Debbie was fantastic and we made everything easy for us. Definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra S.

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

Beautiful place to stay for a relaxing holiday

We had an amazing family time at Opua. The property was super clean and spacious, with everything we needed for a wonderful vacation. Chris and Ciello were very helpful as well, we were able to borrow kayaks and enjoy the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

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

Beautiful historic location

Very comfortable place to stay, in a beautiful location. Love just sitting on the porch watching the bay. Walking or cycling trails to explore to the north and south, good food options nearby, and the ferry at the end of the street makes this a perfect spot to relax for the week.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 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

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

Tracey M.

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

Bay of Islands Bliss

Our family had a wonderful time here. Serene views and beautiful accommodation. Enjoyed having walkways, car ferry and store close by. Easy check in and communication with host. We will recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

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

First class holiday.

Excellent,great property and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

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

Great stay in a great location

Apartment was spotless and very well appointed. There was everything we needed four our four night stay. Debbie, the property manager, was great. She’s very friendly and was extremely helpful. She provided us with a lot of local information to help us enjoy our stay. We enjoyed the coastal trail up to Paihai and back, very scenic.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly N.

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

Fabulous

Clean and fantastic location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024