Title: A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting. Vacation home in Paparoa with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106160200/106160173/fc2bb6ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106160200/106160173/00d62684.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106160200/106160173/69db84e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106160200/106160173/24950c8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106170000/106160200/106160173/fdd6692d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to a serene haven at this tranquil home. Enjoy restful moments on the garden-view terrace, unwind by the fireplace, or take in views of Kaipara Harbour from your bedroom. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting. A private tranquil home, with restful terrace overlooking gardens. a comfortable home, with fire place, great kitchen, lounge, bedrooms that overlook the magnificent rural setting and the Kaipara harbour. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 4 accessible parking spaces - Front entrance ramp - No elevator (single-level property) - Thin carpet in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113040000/113035400/113035316/2c3e4e8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cabin Kaipara bliss/ peaceful, . Pet friendly Whakapirau - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=113035316&PinnedHotelID=113035316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90850000/90841100/90841070/edea52bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pahi house beautiful harbour views - 5 minute walk to Pahi Wharf Pahi - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=90841070&PinnedHotelID=90841070&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111010000/111003400/111003315/f32829d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront retreat of Kaipara Harbour. Pahi - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $208 CA $306 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=111003315&PinnedHotelID=111003315&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72500000/72496100/72496082/8d3bb7c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Westhay Stables - Paparoa Holiday Home Paparoa - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=72496082&PinnedHotelID=72496082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111100000/111091600/111091560/f444e96e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbour Escape - Paparoa Holiday Home Paparoa - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=111091560&PinnedHotelID=111091560&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110630000/110628900/110628817/18bc1306.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waterfront weekend stay. Harbour view. Pahi - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $281 CA $359 total includes taxes & fees Dec 5 - Dec 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=110628817&PinnedHotelID=110628817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120580000/120570600/120570600/3d3c1fc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic Lindum Grange. Built by the early settlers in 1894. Maungaturoto - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi CA $186 CA $289 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=120570600&PinnedHotelID=120570600&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119170000/119166300/119166209/4d883eb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A symphony of rural and sea views! Kaiwaka - Washer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=119166209&PinnedHotelID=119166209&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84090000/84087700/84087636/9fb26bb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Your Resort style Wellness residence with 1 or 2 bedrooms Kaiwaka - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=84087636&PinnedHotelID=84087636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/108000000/107999000/107998901/69b3ef91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful retreat in rural Waipu countryside Waipu - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Microwave 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=107998901&PinnedHotelID=107998901&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### 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 ## 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-36.124928,174.21289&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:twm%7BEq%7Dhf%60%40%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FQ%40U%40Q%3FQBU%40Q%40Q%40UBQBQBQBQ%40UDQBQDQBSDQDQDQDODQFQDQFODQFOFQHOFQFMHOFOHMFQHOHKJOHMHOHKJOHKJMJMJKJKJKJKJKJKLKJILKLGJMLGLILGLIJINGLELILENELGLENGLENELANENALGNANCNALCNANCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%40NBN%40NBL%40NFL%40NDN%40LDNDLFLDNBLHLDLHNDLFLHLHLFJHLFLLLFJJLHJJJJJJLJHJLJHJJLJLHJJNJJHNHLHNHJHNHLFPHNFNHLFPFNFPFNDPFNFPDPFPDNDPBPDPDRBPDPBPBTBPBPBP%40P%40TBP%40P%40T%40P%40P%3FT%40P%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAP%3FTAPAPATAPCPATAPCPCPCPCTCPEPCREPEPCPEPENGPEPGPGNEPGNGPGLGRILGNILGRILINIJINILINKJKNIHKNKJIJMLIJMJKJKJKJMHKJMFMLMFKHMFMHMFMHODMHMDMFODMDMDODMFO%40ODMBODM%40OBO%40OBM%40OBO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMBO%3FO%3FOCO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCOAMCOAOCOAMEOCOEMAOGMEOEMEMGOEMEMIMEOIKGMIMGMIMGKMMGMKKIMKKKKKKKKKKMKKKKKOIIKOIKIOIMKOIKIOGQIOGMIOGMGSIMGQGOEQGOEQGQEQEOEQEQEQCQESCQEQAUCQCQCQCQAUAQAQCU%3FQAQAU%3FQAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5BmD-dyp7X8ldTv2l_XBP1gmaz8=) Paparoa, Northland #### What's nearby - Kauri Museum - 4 min drive - 4.4 km - The Landing - 4 min drive - 5.5 km - Ruakaka Beach - 37 min drive - 62.3 km - Waipu Cove Beach - 43 min drive - 59.4 km - Mangawhai Heads Beach - 44 min drive - 63.2 km #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 68 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Gumdiggers Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Moist Valley Farms - ‬4 min drive - ‪Paparoa Dairy - ‬5 min drive - ‪matakohe cafe - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Village Caff - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting.? > As of Dec 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting. on Dec 2, 2025 start from CA $158.72, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Paparoa-Hotels-A-Beautiful-Home-Away-From-Home.h106160173.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting. located? > Situated in Paparoa, this vacation home is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from The Landing and within 6 mi (10 km) of Kauri Museum and Kaipara Harbour. Karaka Green is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A beautiful home away from home, set ina rural and natural harbour setting. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lua E. Aug 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great host, beautiful home, excellent location ##### Lua E. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lua E. Aug 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent stay Stayed here for work, beautiful friendly host always checked in and supplied firewood, Highly recommended ##### Lua E. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martine & John A. Feb 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic Spot! We had a beautiful stay and was most certainly a home away from home, as described. The place was clean comfortable and cosy, with all the amenities needed for a wonderful stay. The views were stunning and the playhouse & neighboring sheep were a locely feature. Highly recommend!! ##### Martine & John A. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheilagh W. Jul 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Country retreat with style Lovely peaceful stay for adults and children in beautiful harbour/view country setting. Immaculate home and definitely one you might return to.... ##### Sheilagh W. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi](https://www.expedia.ca/Kyoto-Hotels-Hotel-Intergate-Kyoto-Shijo-Shinmachi.h21437403.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Barocco](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Hotel-Barocco.h54156.Hotel-Information) > > [Thompson Nashville, by Hyatt](https://www.expedia.ca/Nashville-Hotels-Thompson-Nashville.h15662576.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Tribeca New York Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Sheraton-Tribeca-New-York-Hotel.h3736184.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Scotiabank Arena](https://www.expedia.ca/Scotiabank-Arena-Hotels.0-l6072449-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Canada](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Canada.d31.Hotel-Destinations) > > [ClinkNOORD - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Amsterdam-Hotels-ClinkNOORD-Hostel.h10237269.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabin Rentals Newfoundland and Labrador](https://www.expedia.ca/Newfoundland-And-Labrador-Cabins.d11167-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Cheap Hotels in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d6069845-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [BestWestern Hotels in Spruce Grove](https://www.expedia.ca/Spruce-Grove-Hotels-Best-Western.0-0-d181746--bBestWestern.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Seacoast Suites on Miami Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami-Hotels-Seacoast-Suites-On-Miami-Beach.h11533605.Hotel-Information) > > [Hidden Beach Resort Au Naturel Adults Only, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Kantenah-Hotels-Hidden-Beach-Resort-Au-Naturel.h1163565.Hotel-Information) > > [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Florida](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Florida-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d211-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Aurora](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Microtel-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Aurora.h51779550.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Buffalo (BUF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sea/buf/seattle-to-buffalo) > > [Flights from Revelstoke (YRV) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yrv/yvr/revelstoke-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Dallas (DFW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/dfw/edmonton-to-dallas) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mnl/toronto-to-manila) > > [Flights from Rome (FCO) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fco/del/rome-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Stanfield Intl. to YTO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/yto/halifax-to-toronto) > > [Flights from British Columbia (YPR) to Prince George (YXS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ypr/yxs/prince-rupert-to-prince-george) > > [Flights from Sidney (YYJ) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyj/yeg/victoria-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Sidney (YYJ) to Buenos Aires (EZE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyj/eze/victoria-to-buenos-aires) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Vancouver.d178315.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Routes Car Rentals In Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Routes-Car-Rentals-In-Calgary.d178245-c1101.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Activities > [Things to do in Mismaloya](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Mismaloya.d6051317.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Thailand Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Thailand.d178.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Great Wall of China](https://www.expedia.ca/Great-Wall-Of-China-Beijing.d6095764.Vacation-Attraction)