Apartment in Northland
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valueWell priced for this area
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About this apartment rental
This beautifully restored historic homestead (B‑rating) has been in our family since it was moved to its current site in 1885. It was once run as an accommodation house by my great‑grandmother, Jane Morris, and later by my grandmother, Kathleen Morris. Flat 5 at Bay View carries that heritage with pride, while offering the comfort and style of a full renovation completed in 2016.
Step inside and feel as though you’ve travelled back in time. The apartment is decorated in a traditional, elegant style that creates an immediate sense of charm and calm. It has real WOW factor — cool and breezy in summer, cosy and welcoming in winter.
Flat 5 at Bay View is fully equipped for a relaxed, independent stay, including a modern, fully functioning kitchen, washing machine and dryer, and two bathrooms for added convenience.
Set right on the Opua beachfront, you’ll wake to the sound of gulls and sweeping views across the Bay. A wrap‑around deck provides the perfect vantage point for watching boats drift in and out, the ferry crossing, the ever‑changing colours of the water and the gentle rhythm of coastal life.
Everything is close by:
• 100 metres to the car ferry and general store
• Another 100 metres to the marina and café
• Only 5 km by road to Paihia or Russell
The coastal walkway between Opua and Paihia is a stunning adventure, and several other beautiful tracks are just minutes away. This is also the perfect starting point for the Twin Coast Cycle Trail.
Flat 5 is simply an exceptional base for a relaxing, rejuvenating holiday and an ideal launchpad for exploring the Bay of Islands and the Far North.
Please note: A separate downstairs apartment sleeping up to 4 guests is also available.
Special Conditions:
• No smoking anywhere on the property — indoors or outdoors — due to the historic nature of the building
• No naked flames (including candles)
• No pets
• One vehicle per apartment in the carpark; additional parking available on the roadside nearby
Extras
Linen – included
Pair of sea kayaks – included
Step inside and feel as though you’ve travelled back in time. The apartment is decorated in a traditional, elegant style that creates an immediate sense of charm and calm. It has real WOW factor — cool and breezy in summer, cosy and welcoming in winter.
Flat 5 at Bay View is fully equipped for a relaxed, independent stay, including a modern, fully functioning kitchen, washing machine and dryer, and two bathrooms for added convenience.
Set right on the Opua beachfront, you’ll wake to the sound of gulls and sweeping views across the Bay. A wrap‑around deck provides the perfect vantage point for watching boats drift in and out, the ferry crossing, the ever‑changing colours of the water and the gentle rhythm of coastal life.
Everything is close by:
• 100 metres to the car ferry and general store
• Another 100 metres to the marina and café
• Only 5 km by road to Paihia or Russell
The coastal walkway between Opua and Paihia is a stunning adventure, and several other beautiful tracks are just minutes away. This is also the perfect starting point for the Twin Coast Cycle Trail.
Flat 5 is simply an exceptional base for a relaxing, rejuvenating holiday and an ideal launchpad for exploring the Bay of Islands and the Far North.
Please note: A separate downstairs apartment sleeping up to 4 guests is also available.
Special Conditions:
• No smoking anywhere on the property — indoors or outdoors — due to the historic nature of the building
• No naked flames (including candles)
• No pets
• One vehicle per apartment in the carpark; additional parking available on the roadside nearby
Extras
Linen – included
Pair of sea kayaks – included
Amenities at Historic Beachfront Haven – Restful, Charming, Unbeatable Views (Flat 5)
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Northland
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Probably the best self contained accommodation I’ve stayed in. Beautiful 3 bedroom flat, tastefully furnished.Superb views from the decks overlooking the ocean.Beds comfortable. Shower hot.The cleanest accommodation I’ve ever stayed at.Everything you need has been thought of, washing machine & dryer certainly handy.Friendly greeting on arrival from manager, Debbie.House located on a quiet street.Off road parking.Walking path to Paihia goes past the door.Coffee shop close by that opens at 6.30am.Sailing club a very reasonably priced dinner, vibe is relaxed & friendly.Ferry to Russell in close proximity.Highly recommend.
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
We had a wonderful stay in Opua. The apartment was beautifully furnished, comfortable, and spotless. The view from the verandah was absolutely stunning — we never wanted to leave!
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Our host was there to welcome us & show us around as soon as we pulled into the driveway. Everything was fine & we greatly enjoyed our stay
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
We had a great stay. Accomodation is very nice and spacious, and location is brilliant. Would definitely stay again
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10Outstanding
(294 Ratings)
"Probably the best self contained accommodation I’ve stayed in. Beautiful 3 bedroom flat, tastefully furnished.Superb views from the decks overlooking the ocean.Beds comfortable. Shower hot.The cleanes..."
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