Fall asleep to the soothing sounds of flowing water from the superb waterfall. Awaken to the sounds of rich and varied birdlife, Quail, Tui, Pheasant & Kingfisher.
Breathe in the spectacular rural views from your covered deck & verandah. Sample the honey and extra virgin olive oil grown on the property.

Above all, enjoy the peace & privacy of superior accommodation (traditional cottage) on 40 acres, while only 10 minutes from Kerikeri and all the Bay of Islands has to offer.

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KERIKERI: Jewel of the Bay of Islands

Kerikeri is the jewel of sub-tropical Northland and a major centre of the Bay of Islands. Visitors will notice the vibrancy of the town, the excellent cafes, vineyards and the abundance of art galleries, boutique stores and craft shops to browse through.
Early Maori saw the potential here and established fishing villages, with a safe haven for their waka (canoes) in the Kerikeri Basin, and a port to provide access to their main pa and food gardens at Waimate North. Visit Rewa’s Village across from the Stone Store to see a replica of a typical pre-European Maori fishing village.

The Rev. Samuel Marsden chose Kerikeri for the Church Missionary Society’s New Zealand mission station in 1819, under the patronage of powerful Maori chief Hongi Hika. Thus was established one of New Zealand’s earliest European settlements, and its mission house known as Kemp House and the Stone Store survive as the country’s oldest standing buildings from 1822. Completing the scene and located close by is the lovely church of St James from 1878. Edmonds ruins dating from 1840 are a little further out on Inlet Road.

Kerikeri’s wealth was founded on its orchards and it could be described as the Citrus Capital of New Zealand. Early settlers saw the potential in the fantastic volcanic soil and planted miles of shelterbelts to create a mini climate suited to citrus, kiwifruit and many tropical fruits.

Some of the first vineyards in New Zealand were located in Northland and Kerikeri produces award winning wines; Marsden, Fat Pig and Struggler’s Ridge, to name a few.
The Centre at Kerikeri, a fantastic performance venue unequalled in many larger towns, attracts first class shows, opera and concerts. Kerikeri Domain features a significant public sculpture, designed by internationally acclaimed local sculptor Chris Booth and Pete’s Vintage & Classic Cars museum is another must-see.

The beauties of nature are all around Kerikeri: from the mighty Kauri trees in the Puketi Forest to the lovely Rainbow Waterfalls in their superb natural setting. Don’t miss viewing the Kiwi birds at Aroha Island!

Several boat ramps provide easy access to the Bay of Islands and beyond, to excellent snapper fishing and Northland’s famous big game fishing grounds. Diving is popular, particularly down to the Rainbow Warrior and HMNZS Canterbury. Plus great golf at the Kerikeri, Waitangi and famous Kauri Cliffs golf courses.

And with excellent communication links, Bay of Islands airport (Auckland just 45mins), and regular coaches up the Twin Coast Highway, Kerikeri has it all – what better place for a holiday?

Finally, don’t forget the Rugby World Cup for 2011 is being staged in New Zealand!