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Fantail River Lodge

838 Puketona Road, 0204 Haruru, New Zealand
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Fantail River Lodge

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Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
46 reviews

Boasting garden views, Fantail River Lodge offers accommodation with balcony, around 20 km from Opua Forest. This guest house features free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi. The guest house has private entrance. The units at the guest house are fitted with a seating area. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hair dryer, all units at the guest house have a TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms are fitted with a terrace. At the guest house, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Guests at the guest house can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Haruru Falls is 2.7 km from Fantail River Lodge, while Paihia Harbour is 9.4 km from the property. Bay of Islands Airport is 13 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Haruru

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Philip
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Beautiful property. with super-friendly hosts. Everything you could want or need for a stay near Paihia. I wish we had booked longer here and would absolutely recommend it to anyone.”
  • Brian
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Beautiful location overlooking the river. Chris was a fantastic host. Would definitely stay here again!”
  • Moira
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “I loved the country setting and the privacy. My daughter and granddaughters loved to walk around the property and enjoyed discovering the little bridge. The gardens were large and private, with beautiful plants.”
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Stunning property in a beautiful location. Chris could not have been more welcoming and helpful. The studio was well equipped and very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.”
  • Craig
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Chris and Val were consummate hosts. The accommodation was spacious and clean and had great views from the private deck. It’s far enough outside Pahia to be quiet yet close enough to be easily accessible. We had a relaxing week with great weather....”
  • Victoria
    Australia Australia
    “The breakfast supplies were varied and ample. The surrounds of the gardens were beautiful and we enjoyed strolling around them. The host was very friendly and helpful, providing information about good restaurants and things to do in the area. The...”
  • Lisa
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “We had a wonderful stay. With beautiful gardens hosting native New Zealand birds and the Waitangi River nearby, the setting is both tranquil and picturesque. Conveniently located for exploring the Bay of Islands, the lodge ensures a refreshing...”
  • Kym
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Everything, location was great for access to both Paihia and Kerikeri. Excellent facilities and lovely owner who left us to enjoy our girls time together. The property is beautiful and it felt like a retreat”
  • M
    Michelle
    Australia Australia
    “Beautiful gardens, close to town but it the beautiful bush land.”
  • Paula
    Singapore Singapore
    “The hosts were so lovely. The location is beautiful. Lots of room. Lovely shower.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Christine Ager

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Christine Ager
Fantail River Lodge is set on the Waitangi River and is ideally located for exploring the Beautiful Bay of Islands. We are only a short drive away from Paihia where a ferry can take you across to historic Russell. Kerikeri is only 15 minutes drive away where you will find a fantastic market every weekend, plus we have plenty of Vineyards for you to explore Our property is set on 2 acres of native bush leading down to the Waitangi River where in the summer you can enjoy the BBQ and covered seating area. Our rooms are all separate from the main house which allows you as much privacy as you like. The Loft is a pet fully self contained unit with a private fenced garden; there is also a small BBQ on your private deck. The Fantail room in the Pavilion has its own private deck with a table and chairs looking into the garden, and the Kingfisher room has beautiful views into the gardens with a seating area on the small decking area (these rooms are not suitable for pets) Fantail River Lodge is only 16 years old and is quite unique in its design; we are situated just off the main road into Paihia but it feels like you are in the country when you start to explore the gardens
We look forward to welcoming you to Fantail River Lodge where you can do as much or as little as you like. We are always on hand to help you with any questions you may have with regard to things to do and see in the area. As a couple originally from the UK ( we have been here for 26 years) the Bay of Islands has always had a special place in our hearts. We feel so lucky to have found such a beautiful home and welcome the chance to share the property with you.
We are ideally located for exploring Paihia, Haruru and Kerikeri. Located in Haruru you will find the Phat House Brewery which serves a great selection of beers and they also make great Pizzas. The Phat House is also pet friendly so if you are staying in the Loft you can take your fur baby with you. Paihia has a great range of eateries rating from simple food to fine dining, and while you are here you must visit the famous Duke of Marlborough over in Russell. There are lots of Vineyards in the surrounding area, what better way to spend an afternoon!! There are two Golf courses nearby and of course lots of excursions that you can book
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Fantail River Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • TV

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Pet bowls
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Express check-in/check-out
    • Airport shuttle

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    • Safety deposit box

    General

    • Adult only
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Fantail River Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 20:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Available 24 hours
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Due to Covid restrictions the rooms are not serviced daily.

    Please inform Fantail River Lodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Fantail River Lodge

    • Room options at Fantail River Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Studio

    • Fantail River Lodge is 3.1 miles from the centre of Haruru. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Fantail River Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Fantail River Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Fantail River Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding