Title: Fabulous water front apartment - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Fabulous water front apartment Waterfront apartment with kitchen and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37945000/37944997/4f20b89c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37945000/37944997/485d06dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37945000/37944997/741a2adb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37945000/37944997/2e43d4dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37950000/37945000/37944997/08e7b2f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Centrally situated in the popular Bay of Islands, this private apartment offers a serene retreat nestled in a lush native and subtropical garden. Enjoy water-based activities like kayaking or swimming at the beach below, while taking in views of Waitangi across Veronica Channel. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Fabulous water front apartment Superb holiday location centrally situated in the popular Bay of Islands. The private apartment is nestled in a lush native and subtropical garden, filled with birdsong that takes you directly to the beach at the bottom of the property. Enjoy water based activities- kayaking, fishing ,swimming or walking, relaxing, sketching, so many opportunities from this bay and beyond. Gary and Paula enjoy,swimming,kayaking, cycling and walking all from the property. Paula enjoys fabric art and gardening - it certainly is their idyllic retreat. Close by is the site of New Zealand's first capital so the area has historical significance. Waitangi can be viewed from the property across the Veronica Channel, where the Treaty between the Maori and the British Crown, was signed in 1840. Special conditions: Smoking outside only, pets by arrangement, Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included); ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Boat - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4300000/4292700/4292649/eefbab02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bay of Islands Holiday Apartments Paihia - Hot tub - Free airport shuttle - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 61 reviews CA $148 CA $171 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=4292649&PinnedHotelID=4292649&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38010000/38001600/38001528/bd608802.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Just a short stroll to the water or into town Paihia - 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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 ### Property is also known as Fabulous Water Front Fabulous Water Front Apartment Okiato Fabulous Water Front Apartment Apartment Fabulous Water Front Apartment Apartment Okiato ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-35.30353%2C174.12330&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=a6uaIg4Mnxe2xqaOgr8anVY-mno=) Okiato, Okiato #### What's nearby - Russell Beach - 8 min drive - 8.0 km - Paihia Beach - 17 min drive - 6.7 km - Paihia Wharf - 18 min drive - 7.1 km - Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 23 min drive - 10.0 km - Haruru Falls - 25 min drive - 12.8 km #### Getting around - Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 42 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪El Cafe - ‬17 min drive - ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬18 min drive - ‪Bad Habits - ‬19 min drive - ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬18 min drive - ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬20 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Fabulous water front apartment pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Fabulous water front apartment? > As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fabulous water front apartment on Oct 30, 2025 start from CA $161.2, 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/Okiato-Hotels-Fabulous-Water-Front-Apartment.h37944997.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Fabulous water front apartment? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Fabulous water front apartment? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Fabulous water front apartment located? > Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bay of Islands and Bay of Islands Marina. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Paihia Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fabulous water front apartment Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 32 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Glenn S. Jul 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot With a wee dog and up for work. Id definitely stay again ##### Glenn S. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sacha M. Nov 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful little stay Thank you to the owner. Lovely little unit. Beautiful property. Highly recommend. ##### Sacha M. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Jo K. Apr 15, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Gardens and walk to semi private beach are amazing! Paula was lovely and left us some yummy muffins. Be aware that while the listing states two bedrooms with a queen bed in each, there is only one bedroom with a queen bed and the single bed in the living room. ##### Jo K. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon D. Jan 16, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bay of Islands We found the property so convenient! Straight off the ferry from Paihia and only a mins drive into Russell! The Flat has everything we needed and was very comfortable! Would definitely stay here again! ##### Sharon D. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shirley F. Mar 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful This is a lovely location with a great view. We enjoyed sitting out on the deck and relaxing. Thank you for a great weekend. ##### Shirley F. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Lorna S. Jun 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy Fairly basic accommodation. Concrete floors. Small fan heater was inadequate for cool June weather. Nice deck with good views and heard kiwi at night that was great. very pleasant hostess. Quite a walk to the beach. ##### Lorna S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew W. Dec 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise What a beautiful location. Besides having everything we needed, there was a garden like out of a fantasy story. Welcomed with lovely muffins ##### Andrew W. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthea E. Sep 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanks Amazing view ##### Anthea E. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Trevor M. Jun 4, 2025 Liked: Check-in Disliked: Cleanliness, location The stay was irrelevant. The communications with vrbo were impossible, we were overcharged. We will never deal with them again. ##### Trevor M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Desmond C. Jul 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay My friend from Germany said it all when she saw the view from our front deck, wow! Great host, loverly property and the views are spectacular. We felt very welcome and at home. Heard the kiwi's and moreporks at night. Russell offers a great experience, a little of the New Zealand we all like to remember. ##### Desmond C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### te piwa T. Aug 6, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### stay rung me at 12pm through to 2am in the morning and didnt answer or return my calls organised a late checkout which was rushed before scheduled time and turned off water to get us out early worst experience weve had ##### te piwa T. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Nazmun N. May 18, 2025 Disliked: Listing accuracy ##### Nazmun N. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ali J. Mar 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful views What a lovely setting. So quiet & peaceful, beautiful views, lots of amazing bird life in the subtropical gardens. We loved sitting on the deck with sundowners and walking through the garden & woods down to the beach. Just a special place to be. We were made to feel very welcome. Thank you. ##### Ali J. Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Margo v. Jan 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Margo v. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Bonnie R. Nov 24, 2024 ##### Bonnie R. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie-Louise & Harry N., Whangamata, New Zealand Oct 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful spot Lovely place, loved the bush and deck area. Awesome with owners work inside the the cottage. ##### Marie-Louise & Harry N. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allandra E. Sep 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lovely Stay A lovely stay with my husband and two fur babies. Lovely central spot to the ferry and surrounding bays. Comfortable bed and lovely electric blankets made it very cozy. Stunning views and beautiful gardens. Thanks again ##### Allandra E. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angharad A. Sep 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### booking extended Understanding host - looking forward to the visit ##### Angharad A. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Angela M. Sep 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Great birdlife Nice view ##### Angela M. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna S. Jun 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Peaceful ##### Donna S. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David H. May 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We will come again We will come again This is an amazing place to stay so close to Russell what are the best parts of New Zealand fortunately there are not lots of people here ##### David H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nanjoo K. May 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and beautiful place to relax A Beautiful garden to walkway to the beach and peaceful sea view rooms to relax ##### Nanjoo K. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valrine M. May 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We came for a country singing weekend . We are all between 55 ---75,Great weekend The place was just lovely..Clean had everything, views to die for. Only thing was wrong was we have a big 8 seater Val couldn't go down the drive ##### Valrine M. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave G. Apr 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Great location, friendly host, very clean and close to amenities. ##### Dave G. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arnold S. Jul 27, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Such a tranquil place to stay. Relaxing and the view amazing and beautiful garden to explore on the way to a private bay. ##### Arnold S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021