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Entire home·Private host

Northbase House

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Interior
Smart TV

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Northbase House


Sunny north-facing holiday home in the Paihia valley just two minutes' walk from town. The upper level of a complete rebuild in 2016, fully insulated and double glazed, North Base House is decorated and furnished to a luxury standard.

Ideal for families and groups, North Base House accommodates ten people in four bedrooms. Three have ensuites and there is a spacious bathroom for general use. There's a fully equipped kitchen and spacious living area with internet TV and fireplace. The living area opens out onto deck with bbq and seating, and presenting views across town and out to the bay. There's a washing machine and shared drier & washing line.

There is off-street parking for up to four cars (stacked) at the top of the driveway, and the school car park directly across the road is available on weekends and holidays.

Property manager

Robert Cross

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Clean up after pets please.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: One bedroom has four bunk beds.

Events

No events allowed
Please talk to owner about gatherings.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Please talk to owner about gatherings.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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

Vrbo Property
North Base House Paihia
North Base House Private vacation home
North Base House Private vacation home Paihia

About the area

Map
Paihia, Northland

What's nearby

  • Paihia Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Paihia Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St Paul’s Church - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Waitangi Treaty Grounds - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Haruru Falls - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Sports Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Alfresco's - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Northbase House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Northbase House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Northbase House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Northbase House located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Paihia Beach and Bay of Islands. Paihia Wharf and St Paul’s Church are also within 10 minutes.

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Northbase House Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Nice and close to Paihia, lots of good rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex V., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Paihia Location

Fantastic accommodation and close to everything you could need during your stay at Paihia. BBQ was well used and perfect for a getaway with friends
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing spot for a large group

We spent around a week here. Was a great little spot! Location lovely deck with views ok the lake and town. Sleeps lots of people! Fully equipped with parking. Host took care of any requests we had. Would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for a big family!

Robert's place is clean, spacious, convenient and got everything we need! Love the ensuite in the three rooms. Whole family enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanks very much - such a great size property and to have a bathroom for every room is a treat!!

Would totally do it again, great location, great house, and everything so easy. Everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

We had a great time and this house was perfect for our needs, located in a great area, close to everything you could need. The owner was there when needed, but otherwise left us to our own. If you are looking for a house in a great location with the comforts of home this is the spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Monica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house in a fantastic location

We were grateful to have stayed here. We had 4 couples and our 2 sons aged 2 and 4. Double glazed. Large heat pump and fans. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location- bathrooms galore!

Loved our stay here, great walkable location! Having FOUR bathrooms was lovely for our group, patio was delightful to enjoy and morning coffee or afternoon glass. Only small issue we found was that the air conditioner didn’t cool the home very well. It’s tucked into a back corner that did not circulate throughout the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Labour Weekend Stay in Paihia

Nice house overlooking Paihia. So close to town and has everything you need to relax and enjoy the sun. We filled out the four bedrooms with our group of 9. Perfect for our extended family to stay together. Big common area with longue/dinning/kitchen right by the deck. Three of the bedrooms had their own bathrooms which was great. And when we needed some extra towels, just texted Robert and we got them quick. Perfect base camp for us to go visit friends up in Kerikeri and take the car ferry over to Russel. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christiana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, beautiful home

Such a lovely home, with a bathroom for every bedroom and a beautiful deck out front with a view of the water. The only note I have is that it’s not super clear which front entrance is which (the home is split in to 2 rentals), so we almost walked in to the wrong home. Otherwise, wonderful stay and lovely hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania M., Whangarei, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to stay in Paihia

Highly recommend staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emilia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

Very spacey and close to everything. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andre D., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Home from Home

We had a fantastic stay at Robert's spacious property, clean and neat with every thing you need. Couldn't ask for a better located property, all the shops and restaurants was within walking distance. Robert is a friendly and accommodating host and we will definitely stay there again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place for families or groups

Had a fantastic stay at this property. We were a family group of 6 adults and 3 kids and there was heaps of room for everyone. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tascha C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything at your fingertips

Great stay, there were 8 of us and it wasn’t over crowded, but nice that we all had a communal space as well individual space. Town very close and supermarket etc. We didn’t want or need for anything more, everything was at the house. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Priscilla C.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shocking

Our stay never went ahead, the owner canceled our booking an hour n half before check in time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic view, heaps of space for our group of 10

Property managers super helpful & friendly, beds were brilliant, super comfy living area with awesome indoor outdoor flow. Everything within walking distance, really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauline G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable BOI Family Getaway

This place was comfortable and perfectly located for our family. Great for intergenerational families given the bedroom/bathroom set up. Good laundry facilities for young families. Extra warm, nice bedding, comfy couches, even lock up outdoor space for a small dog, space for everyone. Look forward to booking again in future
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Great property and friendly owners who are very easy to deal with. Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Esme W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Host

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philippa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

Great stay! Great location and property was perfect for our family group
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Michal K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very happy with our stay

Great house in a great location. Everything was in great condition and the artwork was a real treat. Lots of space for the whole family and the deck with quality outdoor furnishings was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience

Everything was perfect. Location and accomodation were faultless would definitely recommend and use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was beautiful and quiet and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021