House in Northland
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
Yfanwen (pronounced "if-an'-when") is a comfortable, very private and pet-friendly, fully equipped and serviced standard Lockwood family home of 100 square metres (1000 square feet). It is complete with Wi-Fi, heat pump and MY SKY PLUS TV, including the movie and sports channels. It sleeps 6 comfortably and can accommodate 2 more on a bed-settee. It is the alternative home of Margaret and Tim, the owners .
We are in the community of Okiato just across the water by car ferry from Opua, close to the Far North town of Russell in New Zealand's picturesque Bay of Islands. Opua is off State Highway 1 about 220 kilometres north of Auckland. The Russell Peninsula is part of a 'Land Island' nature reserve - listen to the kiwis calling at night, and pukakos and tuis around you in the surrounding bush when you are staying in Yfanwen.
Yfanwen is built back from a low cliff and adjacent to tranquil Pipiroa Bay. The house overlooks the Veronica Channel with views to the west and north as far as Paihia and Waitangi. The property is beachfront with 4.5 hectares (over 18 acres) of low hills and pasture, footpaths and two adjacent shallow, safe swimming beaches. The home is in its own bush environment, is private and is safe for small children under supervision and is in general ideal for a family holiday. Pets are welcome at Yfanwen.
Our walk-out (an alternative to using the car) is a bush pathway under the tree canopy leading for nearly 2 kilometres to Aucks Road, the main road between the Opua car ferry ramp and Russell.
The photo gallery tells you all about the house, the views and how to find us.
Special conditions:
Smoking only outside please
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
We are in the community of Okiato just across the water by car ferry from Opua, close to the Far North town of Russell in New Zealand's picturesque Bay of Islands. Opua is off State Highway 1 about 220 kilometres north of Auckland. The Russell Peninsula is part of a 'Land Island' nature reserve - listen to the kiwis calling at night, and pukakos and tuis around you in the surrounding bush when you are staying in Yfanwen.
Yfanwen is built back from a low cliff and adjacent to tranquil Pipiroa Bay. The house overlooks the Veronica Channel with views to the west and north as far as Paihia and Waitangi. The property is beachfront with 4.5 hectares (over 18 acres) of low hills and pasture, footpaths and two adjacent shallow, safe swimming beaches. The home is in its own bush environment, is private and is safe for small children under supervision and is in general ideal for a family holiday. Pets are welcome at Yfanwen.
Our walk-out (an alternative to using the car) is a bush pathway under the tree canopy leading for nearly 2 kilometres to Aucks Road, the main road between the Opua car ferry ramp and Russell.
The photo gallery tells you all about the house, the views and how to find us.
Special conditions:
Smoking only outside please
Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
Amenities at Private and pet friendly lockwood house
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Northland
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsGuests loved the fantastic stay, beautiful location, amazing birdlife, private bay, comfortable beds, and relaxing atmosphere. Great for families, dog-friendly, and offers stunning views and peaceful surroundings.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
This is our first review we have ever done. From start to finish this was 10/10 perfect. The agency that look after this most amazing property are very kind, friendly and professional. They made our stay comfortable and enjoyable.The photos of this property do not do full justice. It has the most incredible views that are close by not from a distant. The second we put our foot in the door it felt like home away from home, so inviting so warm and comfortable.Amazing views from all rooms. Comfortable beds and has everything you need and more. What was also amazing is the lovely Eco organic products, they care about the environment and you. Amazing shower with full pressure. The property is very clean, good lighting. And best TV with so many channels to choose from. You will never get bored. Have toilet and shower upstairs as well. We cannot say enough about this place and will be back. Someone mentioned the stairs. My husband is not well, and he could walk the very few stairs to bedroom one and I walked to bedroom two which is very private.There is so few wide stairs inside. Also, your car/vehicle drives to the door so only a couple of steps into the house. It has two large entertainment areas outside with amazing views as well. Our doggies loved the place. We had a very restful holiday. Great place to visit. Thank you to the team that look after this place, you truly are an amazing credit to the owners. Thank you for your kindness and help. You are the best.
8 / 10Excellent·Feb 2026
Lovely traditional bach with lots of modern facilities and a great position and view. The host is welcoming, everything is clean and its very near a winery!
8 / 10Excellent·Jan 2026
Great host and wonderful location right next to the beach
5 / 10·Dec 2020
We really enjoyed our stay at your place. The walks and views were great and the batch offered everything we could ask for. We were very happy to discover that one of the properties up the road was vineyard that offered pizza and tastings. Also our do enjoyed the place and spent hours watching the rabbits outside the fence.
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Top rated by guests
9.4Outstanding
(50 Ratings)
Guests loved the fantastic stay, beautiful location, amazing birdlife, private bay, comfortable beds, and relaxing atmosphere. Great for families, dog-friendly, and offers stunning views and peaceful surroundings.
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