Title: A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109907122&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay Vacation home in Pukenui with kitchen ## Photo gallery for A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay ![Exterior detail - A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay (Pukenui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907200/109907122/w1282h1707x1y2-42228ee7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay (Pukenui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907200/109907122/d62ac4fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay (Pukenui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907200/109907122/e302eee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay (Pukenui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907200/109907122/53b01c2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay (Pukenui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109907200/109907122/6f099548.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the perfect blend of comfort and tranquility at Green Turtle Cottage, a charming rural refuge. Discover playful decor inspired by the sea, a large deck with BBQ and outdoor tables, quality beds and linens, high-quality kitchenware for group dining. Enjoy peaceful views of the surrounding countryside from your private deck. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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 Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay Summary/ Welcome to Green Turtle Cottage, a newly renovated, colorful and modern, rural refuge designed for your Far North journey. Guests enjoy high quality kitchenware and essentials for group dining, quality beds and linens, a large deck, bbq, parking for cars and boats, Starlink (satellite) internet, and a convenient location en route to Cape Reinga, close to the local shop and cafes. Full Description/ Green Turtle Cottage is a charming newly renovated vintage cottage with a fresh, spacious, and light feel. The kitchen is equipped with high quality kitchenware and essentials for group dining. The bedrooms have Innature brand products for excellent support and comfort. There is beautiful warm lighting throughout. We have curated this rural refuge with playful and colorful decor inspired by the sea for your delight and comfort. There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a lovely workspace, and open floor plan living, dining, and kitchen with veranda doors that open out to a large deck with outdoor tables and BBQ. Walk out the door for a 40 min walk to Houhora Heads Harbor or drive 2 min. The cottage has plenty of parking for cars and boats and a fishing station behind a two car garage. We have Starlink (satellite) internet which is a consistent and powerful connection, perfect for remote work. The first bedroom has a queen bed with mattress by Innature, a New Zealand brand designed for organic/natural support and comfort, and an attached bathroom. Most bedding is 100% cotton in both bedrooms. The second bedroom is larger with a King bed, including an Innature topper, for support and comfort. There are closets and hanging space in both bedrooms. On the exterior deck is an outdoor dining table, large picnic table, hammock, BBQ, bench, shade sail, and umbrella. Around the cottage is open land, avocado trees, and some large palms. Views include the peaceful rural setting around the house, beautiful sunsets on the deck, and the most amazing starry sky. We hope to provide you with a perfect refuge for your Far North journey, with easy access to Houhora Harbor, pristine east coast beaches, 90 mile beach, and Cape Reinga. Green Turtle is also very well set-up for long-term remote work stays. Conveniently located close to local shops and cafes and en route to the Cape. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91960000/91960000/91959992/0b8fa5fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hibiscus Hideaway - 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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 Pukenui is home to this vacation home. While the natural beauty of Ninety Mile Beach and Rangiputa Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Carrington Golf Course. 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I've never been at this time of the evening, and I'm so glad we went! Magnificent cloud formations that just so happen to brighten up Mt Camel in the background. Beautiful! #sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248627761185097/eb2b6b36-b6f7-4c72-ba2a-ca8dc592fd78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Karikari Peninsula 35 min drive \- 49.3 km - Ancient Kauri Kingdom 23 min drive \- 36.4 km - Te Ahu Centre 31 min drive \- 46.6 km - Tokerau Beach 50 min drive \- 71.8 km ### Getting around - Kaitaia (KAT) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - Pukenui Cafe 4 min drive - Wild Belle 12 min walk - Houhora Tavern - The Hub 12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A Peaceful Rural Refuge En Route To The Cape For Your Far North Adventure/Stay Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karl K. Feb 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Houhora Head Bright and airy cottage, well equipped with quality furnishings and very comfortable beds. Short ride to restaurants and beaches ##### Karl K. 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