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Hokianga Heaven - a bush sanctuary by the sea.

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Miscellaneous
Beach nearby
Exterior
Dining
Bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Opononi, Northland
  • Place, Opononi Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Hokianga Harbour
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Omapere Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪75 min drive‬

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About the area

Opononi

With a stay at this vacation home in Opononi, you'll be by the ocean, and 6.1 mi (9.8 km) from Opononi Beach and 7.8 mi (12.5 km) from Hokianga Harbour. .This vacation home is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from Omapere Beach and 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from Pakia Hill Lookout.
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What's nearby

  • Opononi Beach - 15 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Hokianga Harbour - 19 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Omapere Beach - 20 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Pakia Hill Lookout - 20 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Rawene Domain - 25 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Kaitaia (KAT) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Opo Takeaways - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Opononi Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Opononi Hotel - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Boar & Marlin - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Boatshed Café - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Hokianga Heaven - a bush sanctuary by the sea.

If you want to get away from it all, if you want to remember what it's like to breathe again, welcome to our home. It is a place for lovers; for families; for pets - a place to recharge and reconnect. If you love starry skies, native flora and fauna and fishing off the beach, this is the place for you. Two bedrooms, comprising two queen beds and a bunk; a shower and bath and two separate toilets; a fabulous well stocked kitchen and a washing machine make this a self contained holiday destination. Our home is set on nearly 3 hectares of native bush and there is a cottage garden and fruit trees where you can help yourself to whatever you can find. A walk down the track will lead you to our bay. It's tidal, so you can only swim at high tide but it's worth the trek down. You can also catch snapper from the beach. If you love nightclubs, ritzy bars, cafes where you can see and be seen, this probably isn't the place for you. But if you want to slow down and live among nature, we look forward to seeing you soon.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
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 amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Hokianga Heaven - a bush sanctuary by the sea. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an absolutely wonderful stay. The property itself is stunning — beautifully presented and set in an incredible location. From the moment we arrived, it was clear that great care had been taken to create a special experience for guests.Our host was exceptional — highly communicative, warm, and genuinely invested in ensuring we had the best possible stay. The level of manaaki shown throughout made us feel truly welcomed and valued.I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a memorable and seamless stay. A stunning location and an equally outstanding host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katrien V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house and Kerre is the perfect host
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay and awesome communication with owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family and I had a wonderful time staying at Hokianga Heaven. We loved the secluded environment with its amazing view and garden. Thanks for ensuring a very pleasant stay. You are a great host!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claudia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. The accommodation was beautiful, and the sea view was absolutely amazing. We really appreciated how accommodating you were for me and my whānau, and the great communication throughout. The indoor–outdoor flow was lovely, and being surrounded by fruit trees, herbs, and native bush made it extra special. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay.“He mihi nui tēnei ki a koutou mō tō koutou manaakitanga me tō koutou manaaki i a mātou. Ngā mihi maioha.”
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ron B., Edmonds, Wa

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic Getaway. Peaceful and remote

Superb property at the end of a long dirt road. Views are fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saskia van Stockum

Liked: Cleanliness

Great peaceful place

We found the house after a long drive at the end of the long road. It was a true haven. Stylish but not fancy, it was perfectly comfortable and we felt immediately at home. The kitchen and bathroom are perfectly designed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace on Earth

The location was off the beaten track but near to Oponone Centre. The silence, apart from birdlife, was golden. It was so serene, i didnt want to leave. Next time i go, i will take enough supplies so that i can spend the entire time time looking at the view and making the most of the tranquility.leavleave
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasper J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular place

We just loved everything about this place. The location, house and host. We can highly recommend spending a few days in the calm of this amazing place!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely spot

Beautiful home and property with everything you need for a relaxing getaway. Enjoyed the lovely spacious kitchen, board games, walking tracks, and bonus beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya M., Warkworth, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

We just can't fault this place. Location is stunning. The house is probably the best we've ever stayed in for our family vibes - great for kids, doggies, and parents that need a decent break in an uncluttered, super comfy oasis. We've done a load of travelling in aotearoa and overseas and the hokianga is up there with the absolute best. Loved the views, the home's configuration, the restored bush, the beach, and those concrete floors in the kitchen ... how great are they after a sandy day of swims. Love it! Thanks for a great holiday! We'd return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolute serenity

The most relaxing stay we’ve ever had. This beautiful home has floor to ceiling windows that not only allow the sun to heat the house during the day, but open to allow full access to the outdoors day and night. The most beautiful views demand your attention as you watch the changing weather move across the sky and water.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki-May K.

Liked: Cleanliness

truly a gem

lovely place fruit trees everywhere even a coffee tree.. beautiful bush walks through property and down onto the beach where all the massive round boulders are me and the dog loved it. Also lots of great activities for kids to do outside well you read from the great range of books or curl up on comfy couches well you binge on Netflix.. comfy nice beds and nice deep bath and beautiful bathroom.. We'll definitely be back to stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay in Opononi

Gorgeous setting, cosy fire, and we loved the view, the hammock, and being able to walk down to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

School holiday escape

Loved the house, great kitchen for those who love to cook, private spot with stunning views. Short bush walk takes you down to the water. Amazing place and people were fantastic to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Brilliant !!

Stunning spot, just a piece of paradise. Fully relaxing and restorative
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Opononi hideaway

Lovely relaxing stay with everything we needed for us and the dog
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wow what a spot

We had an awesome time in this piece of Paradise. Stunning views and wonderful accommodation. Our Host was super thoughtful and accommodating and excellent communication. We would absolutely recommend this spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Remote Oasis

Was the spot to relax and chill so glad to beable to bring our fur baby along too.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant S.

Liked: Cleanliness

WOW WOW WOW

This was one of the most amazing places my wife and I have stayed at. The position the views and the house which has everything you could want. It is great that you can follow the tracks around the property with one taking you to a beautiful private beach. You can help yourself to the vege garden lemon and lime trees If you are looking for a slice of heaven this is the place for you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved it!

Thank you so much, just loved everything at your Whare!!!! The view was mesmerising and a perfect spot to unwind with a cool beer at the end of our day. I just have to mention the beds..zzzzzzz slept so well and super comfy. Even Ziggy our Irish terrier loved your place, had a quick run in the bush then returned to the deck where he quickly found his favourite spot overlooking the bay. Thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hokianga Heaven

Amazing property, great time, very highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Breeze M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay

Awesome place to stay, great communication, peaceful spot, great place for kids also, I would definitely stay again. Only thing maybe get someone to clean and air out before having guest arrive as it smelt closed up for a longtime but was a great stay thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vijay T., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Very good location and very good facilities. It's really a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Knut D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place

Nice Batch, even better than the pictures show. Ideal hideaway at the end of a 6km gravel road. Even good when raining as there are lots of space inside. Private beach access on a 10min trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023