XSPOT eco-bach for two in Tryphena, wide seaviews – Home 3608550 Apartment
- 1 bedroom
- 4 sleeps
- min stay varies
XSPOT eco-bach for two in Tryphena, wide seaviews – Home 3608550
- Apartment
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 4
- min stay varies
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Not suitable for children
- Car essential
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
Looking for a very special location for your honeymoon, or just for a weekend away with your loved one or just you? This truly stunning apartment provides the kind of sweeping panoramic views over the Hauraki Gulf only billionaires dream of in the rest of the world... and the seclusion and peace and quiet you have been craving for so long. It is a self contained apartment, attached to a comfortable eco house which is mainly run on solar power, wind power and wood. For summer it even has a swimming pool overlooking the water.
House and apartment were finished in 2010 and have extra wide views from the Coromandel to the Whangarei Heads, and are situated in a very remote location only shared with your hosts. You will need a 4WD vehicle for access. Bring your own or ask about vehicle hire.
When you walk into your lounge, an expansive view may make you realise that you are not just looking at a view, but that you have become part of it. Take a seat on the comfy couch and just gaze at the ever-changing views over the water.
Keep an eye out for dolphins, whales (Brydes whales and Orcas), cray fisherman clearing there nets, ocean liners in the far distance or gannets hang gliding past. You may occasionally check that your book is still in your lap and that your drink is still at hand. But you could completely forget about them, too.
Once you are totally relaxed, you could go and explore the island, or go for a swim in the pool that is part of the complex. The Spot X fishing spot is right down below, a 20 minute ramble for the nimble footed down a goat track takes you to the rocks. Your hosts are happy to show you how to get there.
The apartment comes with a master bedroom with en suite, but on request, one or two of the quality queen bedrooms in the main house can be rented as well. These two rooms are connected by a bathroom.
Minimum rental period is 2 days.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
- 1 Shower
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
- Waterfront
- Deck
- Internet access
- Fireplace
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Toaster
- Kettle
- TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 14:00, Check out time: 11:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
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2 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
House rules
As the apartment is off grid, guests need to be willing to be frugal with power:
Limit light use, no heating devices such as rice cookers and hair straighteners
Turning off lights when not in a room.
We feel that our being off grid is part of it's charm, but it's not for everyone. If you want to use lots of power and stay up very late into the night, XSPOT (and Great Barrier Island) is not the best spot for you ;-)
About the owner
Hilde H.
- Calendar last updated:
- 02 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 12
- Based in:
- New Zealand
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 18 reviews
Excellent
18 reviews
- Excellent
- 17
- Very Good
- 0
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 1
“Sky, sea and a magic point of land”
The unique XSPOT dwelling in its lone position anchors you to a point of land from where you can admire views in five directions - north, south, east, up to the sky and down to the sea. Bryde's w… More
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“Dreams do come true”
When we walked into XSPOT for the last two weeks of our nine-week NZ journey, I knew we were in the right place. Perched high on a cliff overlooking the Hauraki Gulf with floor to ceiling glass windo… More
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“Booked for Jan 2019. they cancelled our booking 4 weeks before due to fly from UK”
They cancelled our confirmed booking at short notice in the high season. Reason given was "double booked". We'd booked in July 2018 so suspect we were bounced. Either way, not reliable,… More
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Response from the owner I can completely understand your upset. I was very shocked to find I had to cancel your reservation. As I tried to explain to you at the time, one of the booking systems I use had not synchronised and as a result, I had two bookings for the same date, which I only realised when I checked bookings 4 weeks before your arrival. As you can tell by my Tripadvisor score, I like to ensure that people have the best holiday experience, and I am sincerely sorry that I was not able to deliver this for you. I hope you managed to find suitable alternative accommodation and that you had a nice time in New Zealand despite this unfortunate error.
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“Awesome Trip”
We had a great time celebrating our 20th Anniversary, we would definitely highly recommend this beautiful holiday hideaway, so beautiful house and the best view of great Barrier Island can offer. Than… More
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Response from the owner Thanks for your kind words, Jolynn. Such a pleasure to have you stay and enjoy! HIlde
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“Spectacular accommodation”
A real pleasure to stay in such a beautiful unit with such magnificent views. We had front seats during the spectacular display of kakas in the flaxes. To watch the night sky through the panoramic wi… More
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Response from the owner Hi team ;-) A pleasure to have you stay! November and December are great months for North Island kaka viewing as they come and visit our flax bushes. And yes, isn't it fab that the night sky can be watched from the comfort of the lounge!! Welcome back any time! HIlde
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“Perfect ending to our NZ honeymoon”
XSpot is simply a spectacular place. The views from the living room and terrace are absolutely priceless. Having traveled through NZ for 3 weeks, we got used to being stunned by Mother Nature and XSpo… More
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Response from the owner Thanks for your words. Happy you enjoyed the XSPOT and GBI. We agree it's a pretty amazing place for those who are open to a bit of adventure. Great Barrier Island is not for everyone ;-D
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“Sehr schöne Wohnung mit toller Aussicht”
Eine wunderschöne, modern eingerichtete, sehr ruhige Wohnung mit fantastischem Blick und spektakulären Sonnenuntergängen. Die Besitzer wohnen im gleichen Haus, allerdings haben wir von … More
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Response from the owner Danke fuer eure nette Woerter! Es ist nicht einfach hierher zu kommen, aber wir hoffen as lohnt sich die Muehe ;-)
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“10 star accommodation, location, and host!”
If Trip Advisor allowed for more than just 5 stars, the XSPOT would get 10! The XSPOT offered breathtaking views, a spacious and modern living space, and was very clean. While Great Barrier Island may… More
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Response from the owner Thank you very much for taking the time to write this awesome review. Very happy you enjoyed your stay and we're hoping to be able to welcome you again when you want to be off the grid next.
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“X really does mark the spot”
Just returned after four blissful days at X-Spot. On arrival we were met by the friendly owner Hilde and her cat Puké who gave us a quick overview of the island and favourite spots. The bach it… More
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Response from the owner Thanks very much for reviewing the XSPOT. While we can't guarantee seeing as large a variation of wildlife as you did, most people encounter at least a few special species while staying at the here. It comes with being mindful of your surroundings. Fortunately, the offering of specific dietary requirements on island is rapidly improving. Stonewall Store has quite a wide selection, and so does My Fat Puku Cafe in Claris. Please do check with them, next time you're coming for a holiday. ;-) Feeling chuffed you had a blissful time!
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“X marks the spot, the treasure that is XSPOT! Spot on!”
XSPOT is where you should stay if: 1) You want comfort, space, and a home away from home, but with a far better view. 2) A well equipped kitchen, which is important if you’re self-catering 3) F… More
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Response from the owner Thanks for your wonderful review, Lee! It was a pleasure to have you and Helen stay, and make the most of what our island has to offer. I absolutely loved your photos! Hilde (Roger and the cats)
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Hilde (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Hilde (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Hilde (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Hilde the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Hilde (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Hilde (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Hilde (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Hilde (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Hilde (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Hilde (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Hilde (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Hilde (the owner) a message.
If Hilde (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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