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Historic cottage with harbour views

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January 2025

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Miscellaneous
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Kohukohu, Northland
  • Village Arts
    2 min walk
  • Hokianga Harbour
    4 min drive
  • Rawene Community Library
    30 min drive
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    75 min drive

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About the area

Kohukohu

With a stay at this vacation home in Kohukohu, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Village Arts and a 4-minute drive from Hokianga Harbour. .This family-friendly vacation home is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Rawene Community Library and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Hokianga Art Gallery.
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What's nearby

  • Hokianga Harbour - 4 min drive
  • Motuti Marae - 45 min drive
  • Mangungu Mission House - 46 min drive
  • Opononi Beach - 50 min drive
  • Wairere Boulders - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boatshed Cafe - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Kohukohu Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Waterline Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic cottage with harbour views

This two bedroomed cottage C.1880 is located on a stunning site 3 min drive from the car ferry. Stroll to the cafe, art gallery, pub, dairy, post office, RSA or bowls club. Take in the heritage walk around the village or just unwind with far reaching views in front of you.

Refurbished in recent years this is a very tidy cottage. Whilst it's a good place to rest if passing through it also makes an excellent base to discover Northland's history, beaches and walks. An excellent stopover on Northland's Twin Coast Cycle Trail, Pou Herenga Tai.

Previously known as ‘Beach Road Cottage’ the cottage has been renamed ‘Orowaru’ to better reflect the surrounding area and acknowledge Māori heritage. Orowaru means ‘sound of rippling water’. You will hear the cottage keep its namesake as you lie in bed listening to the gentle waves of the Harbour ripple by outside.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Olivia and Dan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Note property is not fenced.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. 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

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Historic cottage with harbour views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely comfortable place to stay.
Stayed over for 2 nights here, while attending a large family and community event re my brother who died in April. We were very comfortable here, and the cottage is very attractive, obviously historic. It was super-well equipped with everything you'd need. Easy access from the road, close to the Kohukohu village, and a clear view across the harbour in front. Thankyou for having us, we'd come again if the need or opportunity arose.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely old villa
Everything excellent Except a full freezer of dubious quality and dated food and no room for us to use And empty gas bottle Otherwise awesome Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kohokohu cottage
Cute cottage with fantastic harbour views. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Piece of Paradise
Lovely, peaceful little cottage with everything you need. Great view of the Hokianga river. Fantastic new driveway, beautifully kept gardens. Have stayed here before and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
We love going back to peaceful Kohukohu! Such a special house we’re very thankful to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax in Hokianga
Peaceful stay in a beautiful cottage. Kohukohu is historic, quiet and totally charming. The cottage is so comfortable and spotless, everything is provided. The view over the harbour is delightful. Truly recommend for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlies D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Uniquely picturesque and wonderful
Lovely cottage, fantastic amenities, beautifully quiet position overlooking the Hokianga and stunning sunrises from the front verandah. Great place for a peaceful stay. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alec T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Perfect cottage. The owners have thought of everything. Beautiful restful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darragh G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beauty in the North
A beautiful cottage with everything you could want for a getaway! Fantastic views over the water from the deck and thoughtful notes throughout the house. We really enjoyed our overnight stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little heaven on earth
If you want a relax and authentic experience living in a Maori and Pakeha village in Northlands don’t hesitate to stay at this beautiful bach
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of paradise
Wonderfully situated and kitted out - perfect for an escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Matthew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kohukohu is nice
Unfortunately the cafe at Kohukohu has closed, so finding food for dinner was a bit of a challenge. The wood burner is great. Shower is basic. The neighbour mowed the lawns for about an hour and a half with a really noisy mower. This is not the fault of the owner.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little touch of paradise
From the open communication with the owners prior to our stay to arriving and feeling immediately at home at this wonderful 140 year old cottage. Sitting on the front veranda each morning enjoying the wonderful view and a coffee started each day with a feeling of relaxed calmness. The facilities are great, well equipped kitchen, very comfortable beds and great selection of games to keep us entertained in the evenings. Our daily walk to the cafe, etc. enabled us to meet many locals and were certainly welcomed. Loved exploring the surrounding areas - so much natural beauty. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
We loved Kohukohu and the fabulous view from the cottage. It is charming and well-provisioned place to stay. Loved walking around the area and the friendliness of the local people.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely brilliant.. highly recommend
Perfect.. we loved it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karsten S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful place
We had a great time staying here, the cottage is very tidy and very well equipped (great collection of music and board games for example). We especially enjoyed exploring the nearby areas of the harbour with the provided kayak. The neighbours were lovely and the area is very quiet and relaxing. The hosts were a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant location. Amazing views. Super hosts.
The location and accommodation lives up to the expectations. Great hosts kept us informed and added some welcome treats that made the team feel at home. Will definitely be heading north to say when boundaries allow.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely superb
Some lucky team members got to stay in this tiny bit of paradise when up north on business. They raved about the location and the set up. So good I will be booking some time there myself when I am allowed across the border. Olivia and Dan were super hosts. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randolph C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kohukohu Beach Cottage
Great stay once again. Excellent well maintained property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randolph C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kohukohu Beach Cottage
This was my second stay at the Beach Cottage and I would highly recommend it to anyone planning on staying in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marty W.

Liked: Cleanliness
KohuKohu Treasure
great little cottage..cozy and comfortable..KohuKohu is a great little spot.. a treasure in Hokianga
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Olwen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very happy with house we arrived very very wet so lit fire to help dry Clothes we were biking and
Very good liked location Liked the house As we were biking with limited carry space We would have appreciated at least Long life milk
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Felicity W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heritage cottage with canoe
Loved the heritage cottage and the two verandas overlooking the harbour. We took the canoe out (only at high tide) & immensely enjoyed paddling along the shore to see wildlife. A local gave us some fresh caught snapper. Loved the heeitage trail & buildings.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Randolph C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kohukohu Beach Cottage
Great little property with excellent water views. Communication was top notch and everything is there for visitors. All you need to do is bring the food. A good selection of DVD's and reading material is on hand for those wet days.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021