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Kauri post cottage, close to everything!

Waipapa vacation home with kitchen

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Outdoor dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Waipapa

In Waipapa .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Waipapa vacation home, you'll find Rainbow Falls and Marty's Golf Range. Bay of Islands and Fairy Pools are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Marty's Golf Range - 3 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Rainbow Falls - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Wharepuke Falls - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • The Parrot Place - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Fairy Pools - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Phat House Brewing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Istanbul Kebab - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Barrow Boys Coffee Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Jerusalem - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

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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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Kerikeri
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Kerikeri

Frequently asked questions

How close is Kauri post cottage, close to everything! to the airport?

This vacation home is 5.7 mi (10-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Kauri post cottage, close to everything! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Kauri post cottage, close to everything! to the beach?

This vacation home is 16.9 mi (25-min drive) from Paihia Beach and 10.1 mi (31-min drive) from Tapuaetahi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Kauri post cottage, close to everything! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Kauri post cottage, close to everything!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Kauri post cottage, close to everything!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Kauri post cottage, close to everything! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Kauri post cottage, close to everything! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Kauri post cottage, close to everything! to downtown Waipapa?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Waipapa.

Reviews

Kauri post cottage, close to everything! Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

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

8/10 Good

Graeme S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy

Comfy quiet spot to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree K.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Ciara S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic and relaxing

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

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cottage

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

10/10 Excellent

Martha M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

6/10 Okay

Lyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good value

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

8/10 Good

Ngaire S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Neal C.

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

10/10 Excellent

María Clara S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

mary b.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jo & Glen W., Tuakau, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place with a great history

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

10/10 Excellent

Sorayah Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

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