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THE CARRIAGE HOUSE - BAY OF ISLANDSI - Boutique Apartment – Home 65670 Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 nights min stay

THE CARRIAGE HOUSE - BAY OF ISLANDSI - Boutique Apartment – Home 65670

  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • sleeps 4
  • 2 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Child Friendly
  • Car advised
  • Pet Friendly

Description from owner

Description

The Carriage House is on a 25 acre Horse Breeding Farm overlooking KERIKERI Inlet BAY OF ISLANDS,New Zealand

3 hours North of Auckland or 40 mins flight,You have sole occupancy of the Self-Contained 2 Kingsize Bedroom Cottage Apartment with 2 Bathrooms Large Living Dining Room,study,fully equipped Kitchen and laundry.

The Bay of Islands is popular for Boat trips round the Islands,Sailing,Fishing,Diving,Swimming from the many beaches to the North. There are four good GOLF courses including"Kauri Cliffs".There are stunning Coastal Walks and Drives and Giant Kauri Trees to explore. Only 2 miles to KERIKERI shops Restaurants and the Historic First Settlement.

You look over Grazing Shire Horses in the Paddocks. The Carriage House contains a collection of Vintage Horse-Drawn Vehicles. At the end of the Garden there is a jetty for your Kayak or you can just enjoy the reflections of moored yachts.There is so much to do in the Bay of Islands you will want to stay longer.

Your hosts live nearby and they can give advice on places to visit to make each day interesting.

Click on "OWNERS WEBSITE" or Google The-Carriage-House.co.nz to get full description and more photos.Check AVAILABILITY on your dates.You get instant CONFIRMATION. There is a Rate for 2 guests and a Rate for 4 guests also 7 nights for the price of 6. Be sure to visit our page "Things to do in the Bay of Islands" and Video

This is a quiet location only 2 miles from historic sites of Kerikeri, the restaurants and shops.Your self-contained accommodation enjoys privacy yet your hosts are available to advise you on the best places to go and what is interesting to see in the Bay of Islands. More pictures on "owners website" or Google The Carriage House.co.NZ

Many from Europe come to this warm town to ESCAPE THE NORTHERN WINTER. They enjoy golf,fishing, boat trips, bowls, tennis, swimming and sailing. The historic buildings of the first settlement by missionaries is only a short distance away. There is so much to do in the Bay of Islands you will want to extend your stay.

THE CARRIAGE HOUSE also has a collection of vintage horse-drawn vehicles which are in regular use and pulled by Shire or Clydesdale horses.Vintage cars and 18th century antiques are also cared for by your English Hosts. You will see more pictures and availability by going to our website,

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King bed
    Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
    Beds in other rooms: 2 Twin beds
  • 2 Attached (ensuites)

Amenities

  • Waterfront
  • Solarium or roof terrace
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • TV
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Interaction with guest

As you will read in the Reviews we make a point of greeting our guests and telling them about the many places to visit and good restaurants too.Many horselovers like to learn about our SHIRE and CLYDE horses and see the vintage carriages still in regular use. We recommend Boat trips,Sailing or Fishing. The choice of several Golf courses and Swimming Beaches.So many guests have kept in touch as friends until their next visit,Children enjoy this place and can Kayak off the jetty.

Policies

Check in time: 14:00, Check out time: 10:00
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.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* 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

This is a Self-Catering, Self-Contained Luxury Cottage Apartment. Your Hosts Live nearby and are available for advice on nice places to dine or visit.

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About the owner

Sylvia And Adrian G.
Response rate:
56%
Calendar last updated:
20 Apr 2024
Years listed:
15
Based in:
New Zealand
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Excellent
32 reviews

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Very Good
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“excellence in Keri Keri”

Reviewed 16 Mar 2024

Actually arrived to the most charming house ever! Every convenience, even washer and dryer which saves a lot in over packing! Very convenient to town and spectacular waterfall fall hikes. Beautiful h… More

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“Wonderful holidays...”

Reviewed 17 Jan 2021

The carriage house is a great place to stay, excellent location to discover the Bay of Islands and travel north. Adrian is an amazing host. The house, the horses and an amazing collection of cars and … More

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“Superb spacious getaway”

Reviewed 2 Jan 2021

Located about 2km to from the center of KeriKeri, The Carriage House was a real find. Set in rural paddocks with horses, very peaceful. Immaculately clean, with two bedrooms both with bathrooms a wel… More

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“Such a memorable stay!”

Reviewed 7 Dec 2020

I am thrilled to write a review for the Carriage House. My husband and I stayed for two nights for our anniversary and absolutely loved it. Adrian was such a welcoming host. Knowing that I am very in… More

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“high standard”

Reviewed 1 Nov 2020

i have travelled with my friends many where in Newziland and have stay in many hotel but we haven't ever seen the standard like THE CARRIAGE HOUSE - BAY OF ISLANDSI

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“THE place to Stay in Kerrikerri”

Reviewed 11 Nov 2019

Adrian & Silvia are the perfect hosts..the accommodation is perfect for two couples or a family.. clean, well equipped and VERY comfortable. The location is just outside of Kerrikerri which is a g… More

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“High quality accommodation in beautiful setting”

Reviewed 12 Oct 2019

Family holiday here with two primary-school aged boys. We have travelled quite a lot in NZ and this is a really high standard, very clean and lots of kitchen equipment. Beautiful wooden floors, lots o… More

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“Pet friendly wonderful place”

Reviewed 18 Sep 2019

The Carriage Hose is special place just far enough out of Kerikeri to be in the countryside but close enough to town for easy access to restaurants or home delivery of takeout food. The apartment is … More

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“Perfection personified!”

Reviewed 10 Jun 2019

I have stayed in many holiday apartments/houses in many countries over the years and The Carriage House has to rate as one of the very best. Setting, ambience, space, level of equipment and service al… More

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Response from the owner Well that is a nice recommendation. People are surprised how large the Cottage Apartment is. Dining areas inside and out on the deck, Two couches an Office and a fully equipped Kitchen and Laundry.Sylvia and Adrian enjoy meeting the guests and helping them find enjoyment in the Bay of Islands

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“Relaxed Farm Stay - Great Hosts”

Reviewed 25 Jan 2019

Very special place and very special hosts. Nice surprises - Shire horses, rabbits, birds, trees, water jetty, carriages and drays and beautiful vintage autos. Wonderful stay for our family. Adrian and… More

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Response from the owner There is so much to do in the Bay of Islands that we have a page on our Website with photos of all the activities. Please visit THE CARRIAGE HOUSE NZ before deciding. Most stay for 6 or 7 nights.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Sylvia and Adrian (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?

Send Sylvia and Adrian (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 Sylvia and Adrian (the owner)?

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 Sylvia and Adrian the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Sylvia and Adrian (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 Sylvia and Adrian (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?

When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Sylvia and Adrian (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?

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.

Find out more about booking safely.

How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

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 Sylvia and Adrian (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?

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?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Sylvia and Adrian (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 Sylvia and Adrian (the owner) before booking?

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?

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?

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?

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?

You’ll need to contact Sylvia and Adrian (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?

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?

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 Sylvia and Adrian (the owner) a message.

If Sylvia and Adrian (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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