Title: Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location - 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 home # Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27021600/27021572/f740a9db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27021600/27021572/bcb3bb4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27021600/27021572/9da50e97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27021600/27021572/19a6533c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27021600/27021572/4a398453.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Ahuru Mowai offers a totally refurbished property with an extensive deck that overlooks the water views where you can watch tall ships, yachts, and dolphins. This haven features a new kitchen, extended living area, multimedia system with Blue-Ray/DVD player and plenty of room for relaxation in the large master bedroom. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location \*\*\* PLEASE NOTE - We have reviewed and refined all our cleaning policies and procedures to maximise protection for you and your guests. \*\*\* From the time you arrive you will be greeted with the WOW factor, a totally refurbished property with an extensive deck which overlooks the most stunning water views. Relax on the deck and watch tall ships, yachts, dolphins and (if you're lucky) orcas make their way up and down the channel in front of the house. This property has been totally renovated with a new kitchen; extended living area; enlarged deck; new en-suite and walk in wardrobe; interior decorating and the list goes on and on. The large master bedroom has panoramic views with a newly renovated en-suite and walk-in wardrobe. It also has plenty of room for a travel cot and other baby paraphernalia if required. The multimedia system is comprehensive and there is a Blue-Ray/DVD player should you wish to bring disks with you - a small selection of movies is available as well. Paihia townsfolk are famous for their friendly and welcoming character. The town is a 10 minute walk (or 2 minute drive) from the house and all its amenities and restaurants are there to explore. It is the perfect holiday home this "Ahuru Mowai" - a comfortable relaxing haven. The ideal base from which to explore the beautiful Bay of Islands and beyond. Your Hosts, Gavin and Anita, will welcome you to this corner of paradise and hope you thoroughly enjoy your stay. Special conditions: Smoking allowed outside only. Please advise if you have very small children (toddlers) or babies so we can help you secure the deck and organise a portacot to be made available. Parking for 2 cars only - other vehicles will need to park on Veronica Street roadside. Please leave the house clean and tidy, a $100 cleaning fee is chargeable should the property be left in a particularly untidy state. We do not charge a bond - however we will require an imprint of a valid credit card on arrival. Extras: Cleaning (Optional, NZ$100.00 per stay); Linen (included); ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - 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. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Smoking outside only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Windsurfing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78740000/78739400/78739338/21d598f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### FABOULOUSE SEA VIEW 4 BED ROOM HOUSE Paihia - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 7.4 Good 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=78739338&PinnedHotelID=78739338&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Waterfront) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627192/56700f07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Edgewater Palms Apartments Paihia - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 257 reviews CA $232 CA $266 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=9627192&PinnedHotelID=9627192&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104800000/104795900/104795838/d6885e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tui Beach House - Centrally located, 3 min walk to beach, bright house 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 Stunning Views Magnificent Waterside Location House Paihia Stunning Views Magnificent Waterside Location Paihia Stunning s Magnificent Waters Stunning Views in a Magnificent Waterside Location Paihia ## 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-35.29130%2C174.09949&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kB5SW7LQlrlz6KfBWs5BzLU6RgI=) Paihia, Far Northland #### What's nearby - Paihia Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - St Paul’s Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Paihia Wharf - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 7 min drive - 4.4 km - Russell Beach - 24 min drive - 13.6 km #### Getting around - Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 21 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪El Cafe - ‬13 min walk - ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬18 min walk - ‪Hone's Garden - ‬23 min drive - ‪Bad Habits - ‬19 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location located? > This family-friendly Paihia vacation home is located by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Makana Chocolate Boutique. Paihia Beach and St Paul’s Church are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 105 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy R. Feb 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect stay! Sent a detailed review of this great property! ##### Peggy R. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eddie S. Mar 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home from Home Would recommend staying there. ##### Eddie S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Prosper W. Jun 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely property The home is as described and provided everything we needed for your stay. The welcome basket was a lovely surprise and the home was very clean and spacious. The host provided Nespresso coffee pods which made for a quick cup of coffee to enjoy on the deck each morning. ##### Prosper W. Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith C. Mar 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely accommodation with stunning views We can't emphasize enough how gorgeous the views are from this property. Not to be missed!! ##### Keith C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rod E. Feb 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Feb 2025 stay A fantastic house with amazing views. The Bay of Islands and Paihia are amazing. It was a pleasure to stay there. ##### Rod E. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### cate r. Dec 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing holiday home Fabulous venue. If you go to Bay of Islands, this is the place to stay. The view is amazing! ##### cate r. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. Jan 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning Sunrise Views The view from this property was stunning! Loved the deck and entertaining area. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen N. Mar 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic! What an amazing stay! Great communication and support from Gavin, beautiful location, spectacular views throughout, phenomenal kitchen, AC in every room, great shower, the most comfortable bed we had on our 2 month trip. Don’t hesitate on this one. ##### Stephen N. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick M. Dec 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bliss! Luxury property with awesome views of the bay of islands. ##### Nick M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Coco L. Feb 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning views Our group of friends arrived to a beautiful welcome basket and stunning views of Paihia. The home was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed a dinner in town the first night and then ate at the legendary Duke of Marlborough on the second night. The cruise to the Bay of Islands and the hole in the rock was perfect. Great house and lots to do for our short stay. ##### Coco L. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sarah o. Apr 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property The photos do not do the house justice! The living area opening on to the deck with the views is fabulous. All of the bedrooms have the same view over the water and the master suite is separate upstairs with windows on three sides. Very well equipped house with a thoughtful welcome basket. Light and spacious. An easy 20minute walk into town, which is lovely along the water's edge around low tide. ##### sarah o. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael P. Jan 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property! Great experience and amazing view ##### Michael P. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Stephanie N. Mar 5, 2023 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location! As a group of 5 we had a great stay. The location was fabulous and to have a washer/dryer combo to catch up on some laundry after traveling for almost 2 weeks was such a bonus. ##### Stephanie N. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue B. Sep 18, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning views A lovely accommodation to relax, ##### Sue B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Walter C. Jan 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great view All we hoped for! Excellent overall experience. A little tough to turn around in the drive way with a large vehicle. ##### Walter C. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda F. Nov 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family holiday A fabulous home in a great location. Stunning views!! ##### Amanda F. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasha O. Jan 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Veronica view Great location and beautiful views! ##### Natasha O. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Resolution Contracting Ltd A. Nov 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous!! We had such an incredible time here! Lots of space for 6 people. Beautiful views you could watch for hours! Awesome communication with owners. We didn’t want to leave. Would definitely stay here again. ##### Resolution Contracting Ltd A. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie-Jayne H. Apr 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning accommodation Such a beautiful place, fabulous accommodation with a spectacular view. Plenty of living space and private sleeping spaces, especially the ensuite upstairs. Would highly recommend the property and the service. ##### Melanie-Jayne H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katherine O., Toowoomba, Australia Dec 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely house, great view! Lovely house with a spectacular view. We stayed for 2 nights and wished it was longer, we hope to be back again one day. ##### Katherine O. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graeme E. May 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thank you for great accommodation A very enjoyable stay. Even though the weather was wet we still had lovely meals out and the view from the accommodation was beautiful. The facilities in the home, bathroom /laundry and kitchen were great. ##### Graeme E. Stayed 4 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue J. Jul 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Bay of islands amazing accomodation Such a “wow” location, thanks for adding to our kitchen reno budget, we now want a smeg gas cook top 🤣 quality place to call home whilst in the bay of islands, thank you for sharing, we will miss that deck and bay view ##### Sue J. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jade B., scotland Dec 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning Accomodation Me and my family had a wonderful stay here over christmas. The accomadation is stunning and well equiped. Location is even better no matter rain or sunshine. Owners were easy to contact and on hand if needed. Great Holiday ##### Jade B. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helena D. Oct 31, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place and awesome hosts After a full on week leading up to our wedding this place was just what we needed, the view, the atmosphere was outstanding...Gavin and Anita have such a beautiful home and they were Amazing hosts !! Will definitely be back ! Thanks you both for making our holiday a great experience ☺️ ##### Helena D. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristi G. Jan 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Breathtaking Views! Our stay was perfect. My parents (80), my sons (19 & 21), and my husband and I all had an incredible time. We were able to walk to town to enjoy a few incredible restaurants as well as watch the fireworks on New Year's Eve from the deck. Sitting on the deck was magical! ##### Kristi G. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023