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The Beachhouse- absolute beachfront!
Absolute beach front 4 br, 2 storey house. Top floor has master br, newly renovated bathroom, living room & balcony all enjoying magnificent views throughout the day. Downstairs features a fireplace/tv area & an open plan dining area with stylish furniture & a new kitchen containing quality appliances. Large deck leads straight to the beach within seconds. Rustic firepit for toasting marshmallows. Access to the beach is shared with unit behind. Family bookings preferred. Linen & towels included.

Architectural Home for Midcentury Design Lovers
Reconnect and rest at Palm Beach House over food and wine in an architecturally designed home on Waiheke Island designed by Strachan Group Architects. Central ducted heat pump for a super cozy stay. Earthy olive greens, spice hues and vintage decor make for a relaxing and calming space that reflects the surrounding landscape and connects to the natural world around it. Palm Beach is a short walk away for morning walks and swims. Some of New Zealand’s finest wineries are a short drive away.

Beach Front Bach
This quintessential 1940's kiwi bach has witnessed many beautiful sunsets, storms and change of tides. No matter what the weather or time of year, this house has everything you need to relax and refresh. Located on the scenic Thames-Coromandel Coast Road, just 10 mins North of Thames, this three bedroom house offers everything you need for a coastal getaway. The perfect place to start exploring the Coromandel, with its beautiful bush walks, cycling trails, fishing spots, cafes, and shops.

'The Casa' your Holiday Home
Have fun with the whole family at 'The Casa' your perfect holiday spot, located only one street back from the beach a beautiful 15minute stroll to town and a 10minute stroll to the famous 'The Lost Spring' The Casa has been beautifully renovated with the Master bedroom containing a ensuite, second bedroom has a King Bed, and third room has a Bunk and also a Single bed with trundler that could turn into another King. We also have a coffee machine for the perfect brew out on the huge deck.

Popular Waipu Cove haven with breathtaking views
Makai Lodge has spectacular sweeping views of Bream Bay, and is positioned on a small lifestyle block giving an idyllic holiday spot conveniently located within 5 minutes of Waipu and 1.5 hours from Auckland. Enjoy the quintessential kiwi holiday location but relish the modern day conveniences provided such as dishwasher, heat pumps, washing machine and SMART TV. Everything you'd want to do on holiday is on your doorstep. Makai Lodge is a modern 2 bdrm apartment with a 180deg view.

Whare Rōhi - Spacious Tītahi Bay Beach cutie
This 1960’s single level townhouse is perfect those visiting the area for work, visiting whānau or interisland ferry travellers. A fully fenced back garden. Off street parking for up to two vehicles. A minute walk to the beach and in close walking distance to the local lawn bowls club, tennis club, RSA, FourSquare, takeaways, Cafe and Micro Brewery. A short drive to Porirua City centre, the Police College for graduations and 25 minutes to Wellington CBD and the Interislander ferry

"Taha Moana" Step out the door onto the lake front
Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun. 5 bedrooms, 3 lounges and absolute lakefront, safe swimming and kayaking (supplied free of charge) in the lake, this beautifully appointed home is the perfect place to bring family and friends to unwind our host a small group of colleges for a mini get away or conference. located only 8 minutes from town, or home is central to attractions and restaurants alike. Relax or go and play, anything is possible here

Executive Apartment in Tamahere
Come and enjoy our private, modern two bedroom apartment, quiet and private with its own entrance. Located perfectly just 10 mins drive from central Hamilton and also 10 mins from the airport, Mystery Creek, the Velodrome, Hamilton Gardens, Waikato Uni and Ruakura. It is fully self contained with a modern kitchen and spacious living area. Both bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms. Only 1.2kms off the Waikato River Trail it is a perfect base for those wanting to explore by bike.

Springcreek Studio Apartment
Kick back and relax in this calm and stylish space just an 8 minute drive from the centre of Blenheim or 10 minutes from the airport. The apartment is located in an established garden; throw open the doors and let the fresh air in or lie in bed and enjoy the birdsong. Fully self contained with everything you need to be self catering but great restaurants nearby. Hosts on site to offer suggestions for exploring the area, or further a field, but also respect your privacy.

Seaside retreat on Wellington's South Coast.
This is a very special place. A private studio with your own deck and outdoor bathtub in a stunning seaside setting. The hillside location means panoramic views from beautiful Ōwhiro Bay over Raukawa Moana (Cook Strait) to the majestic Kaikōura mountains of the South Island. You'll be in a marine reserve, yet only 12 mins to the city centre and airport, and 5 mins to the shops, cafes, bars & cinemas. It is nature at its wildest on the edge of the city.

Coromandel Sanctuary
Situated on the crest of the Coromandel ranges on the 309 road. Mahakirau Forest Estate comprises almost 600 ha of native forest. Each site is convenated by QEII National Trust who describe Mahakirau "outstanding for it's ecology and wildlife value with brown kiwi, kaka, Hochsetetter's and Archey's frogs all present". A spacious house in a bush setting, sit back and relax, take a bush walk down to the stream on the property and star gaze at night.

Hairy Hobbit Cottage
Welcome to Hairy Hobbit Cottage, nestled in the Brooklyn Valley hills near Motueka, Nelson, New Zealand. Hairy Hobbit is a modern self contained holiday cottage offering peaceful accommodation in 70 acres of native bush, bursting with birdlife and fantastic views across Tasman Bay. Ideal for day trips to Nelson or Golden Bay or to visit the huge scenery of the Abel Tasman and Kahurangi National Parks and Kaiteriteri beach.
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