
Waterfront holiday rentals in North Island
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Te Kouma Heights Glamping
Set on Farm land with endless ocean views is our safari tent Best Airbnb nature stay finalist in 2024! Experience off grid living fully equip with solar power,Luxury King size bed,Wood burner heating,Full kitchen set for all your self catering needs. Soak in our two claw foot baths while taking in the views of the Coromandel Harbour,or enjoy a shower with equally amazing views Outside you will find a brazier perfect for smores. Inside the tent you will find games,books,robes & hot water bottles.

Soak watching the sun set at Coastal Acres Escape.
Feel your worries slip away as you journey through rolling green pastures to Coastal Acres Escape. Just 1.5 hours from the CBD and you’ve arrived. Pause for a moment. Take in a deep breath of sea air. You are standing on the deck. The Tasman sea stretches out below you between towering dune cliffs. The sun is getting low, casting a warm glow over the surrounding pastures. There is no one around. Just you and the horizon. Take a sip. Fire up the bbq. Enjoy dinner with the best view in the world.

Provence French Cottage - a Wairarapa retreat.
Wonderful eco-sustainable French style cottage built of stone and native timber with picturesque views of the river valley and mountains. Near to Carterton, Greytown and Masterton. Drink pure artesian spring water while listening to abundant birds and sitting on your veranda. Go for a bush walk in the National Park across the river, go biking, play golf - or visit the vineyards and restaurants for a vibrant time. This is an adventure escape that is close to the vibrant Wairarapa 'good life'!

Seafront, Sauna & Architecture_The Surf Nest_Tiny
Welcome to the Surf Nest, a unique getaway experience steps from the Tasman Sea with the magnificent Mount Taranaki and its ranges as backdrop. This architecturally designed, award-winning guesthouse offers you an escape to unwind and recharge. Only a 10 min drive to Ōkato, 20 min to Ōakura and 35 min to New Plymouth, it is close to everything, yet feels remote. Enjoy the simplicity of waking up to the sound of birds and waves with a view on private surf breaks. It doesn't get better than this!

Romantic Riverside Cabin • Outdoor Bath • Waitomo
Step into a beautiful, luxurious stay —rolling hills, a calm river & birdsong. A place that feels magical and replenishing while experiencing the best of NZ. Explore by day & return each night. Perfect for couples & families. Surrounded by Hobbit landscapes, this romantic king studio sleeps 4 across 2 beds. Enjoy outdoor bathing, stargazing, kayaking & more. Stay 4+ nights for a complimentary farm tour. Just over 2.5 hrs from Auckland—ideal for flying in or out of NZ. Unpack once. Stay awhile.

SeaView Retreat - Awesome Autumn & Amazing Views
Are you seeking a secluded retreat for two, where you can sit in an outdoor bath and sip champagne, while watching an incredible sunset? Listen to surf as you lie under amazing stars, viewing the Milky Way in all its glory! Watch deer as they scamper in front of the deck, and if you are lucky, see Orcas as they swim up the coast? Based near Karioitahi Beach (less than 55 minutes from Auckland Airport), our Award Winning Seaview Retreat will ensure you have incredible memories to treasure.

Pukehina Penthouse: Exclusive luxurious beachfront
You just feel rejuvenated here. Stunning at Pukehina Beach, this property offers sunshine, sand and swimming on your doorstep with views to take your breath away. Luxurious entertaining spaces plus spa pool on the deck overlooking the beach to welcome spectacular sunrises, or a rural outlook to take in the sunsets. 3 min drive to the local Surf Club with a safe swimming beach, patrolled during summer so great for families. Laid out for indoor outdoor living, making the most of the all day sun.

Kapia Lodge - Luxury waterfront
Kapia Lodge is perched on the edge of the cliffs at Pouto, offering breathtaking views of Kaipara Harbour. Secluded and private, it's the perfect retreat for a romantic getaway. Unwind, relax, and immerse yourself in the peaceful serenity of Kaipara. Curl up with a book, enjoy a board game, or lounge on the deck, soaking up the sun and stunning surroundings. As night falls, recline in the hot tub with a glass of wine, stargaze, or drift off to sleep as the moonlight dances over the harbour.

Lone Oak Eco Cabin Kathrynmacphail1@gm a i L
Experience our bespoke, solar powered cabin, rustic but surrounded by nature. With an outdoor bath, ( not hot tub) overlooking the river. This private area is perfect for unwinding and reconnecting with yourself. Wear covering clothing outdoors for insects 15 minutes from Hobbiton, close to Te Waihou Blue spring and Waiwere falls. Arriving at night, follow the solar lights. Dogs are welcome but no aggressive dogs. Please take your waste with you, we have don’t have bins in rural areas.

Kotare Lakeside Studio Apartment
You won’t want to leave this charming, one-of-a-kind place. Right on the edge of the beautiful lake Rotoiti. Relax to the sound of the lapping waves and native bird song. Bifold doors open onto your private deck right by the waters edge. Park your boat/jet ski on the jetty ready for your next adventure AND you can even bring your fur child with you. Outside bath is "rustic" Outstanding bush walks, water falls, hot pools, glow worms and only 20 mins from Rotorua. We wash your dishes!

The Rimu Hut: Luxury riverside and off-grid
Take a break and unwind at this peaceful oasis. Nestled on the banks of the Marokopa River near the base of the Hereranga Range west of Waitomo, this spot quiets your mind and reinvigorates your soul. At The Farm, we are all about providing the opportunity for people to find the space they need to disconnect from the busy world we live in. Come share this special place. Not your average off-grid cabin. Powered by 4Kw with more battery than you will ever need. Leave the lights on!

The Love Shack Lake Rotoiti. Absolute Lake Edge.
Romantic & secluded this self-contained cottage is nestled amongst native bush. Metres from the water's edge, with jetty & ramp, free use of kayaks, Stand up paddleboards. 25 minutes from Rotorua, just 15 minutes from the airport. 5 minutes to the nearest cafe. Enjoy bushwalks or world-class mountain biking in the Redwood Forest. kayaking on the lake or even take in a rafting trip on the famous Kaituna river. A 2017 Bach of the Year -Gold medalist for the "Charm" category.
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