Pipiroa Bay Homestay

Location: 348 Aucks Rd, Russell, nz

Star Rating: 8.8 Stars

Property Type: Not Available

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Electric bicycle charging station
• Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Terrace
• Family rooms
• Pets allowed
• BBQ facilities
• Fax/photocopying
• Soundproof rooms
• Packed lunches
• Private check-in/check-out
• Board games/puzzles
• Kid meals
• Outdoor furniture
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Food delivered to guest room
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Free wired internet
• Golfing on site
• Scuba diving on site
• Snorkeling on site
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Private beach nearby
• Internet access
• Private picnics
• Art gallery on site
• Wine release events
• Japanese garden
• Secured parking
• Fishing nearby
• Beach club nearby (surcharge)
• Electric bicycle charging station
• Beach toys
• Vegetarian menu options available
• Paddle boating nearby
• Accessible train station shuttle
• No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

• Apartment with Sea View

  Featuring a private entrance, this apartment also consists of 2 bedrooms, a seating area and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the kitchen. The apartment also provides guests with a barbecue. Boasting a terrace with sea views, this apartment also provides a washing machine and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 2 beds and 1 futon.

  Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Radio
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • DVD player
  • CD player
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing machine
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Alarm clock
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Barbecue
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric blankets
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Sofa bed
  • Bottle of water
  • Chocolate or cookies
  • Trash cans
  • Wine glasses
  • Cots
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Smoke alarm
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Air purifiers
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

Guest Reviews

• Stephanie (9/5): - The view from the apartment was lovely, and the garden was beautiful. The set up was comfortable and well sufficient for our needs. I was keen to take the walk from the apartment to Russell but we did not have time this trip. The Host was very friendly and helpful. The driveway was a bit of a surprise, especially as we arrived well after dark. There was not a great deal of turning room at the bottom for our car.
• Gerdien (10/5): - Wat een plek! Zo mooi! Prachtig uitzicht en heerlijk appartement. Super vriendelijke en behulpzame eigenaresse.
• Nicola (10/5): - An absolute amazing location in bush. We all wished we could have stayed longer.
• Cheryl (9/5): It’s a beautiful property with a stunning view. Paula was a helpful,kind host. - The views and peace and quiet. Very comfortable.
• Irina (10/5): Like everything about the stay. - Unique place, excellent host, quiet, beautiful.
• Rainer (8/5): - Ein schönes Apartment mit einer grossen Küche, Dusche und Waschmaschine. Die Aussicht auf die Bucht war grossartig. Paula die Besitzerin ist äusserst nett und zuvorkommend. Das,Wi-Fi im Haus ist nicht stabil. Am besten ist der Empfang vor dem Haus auf der Terrasse.
• Glenn (9/5): -
• Hiebl (6/5): -
• yingying (9/5): 恬静 - 景色 设施
• Paul (8/5): - Paula was welcoming and supplied delicious muffins on arrival, the view from the room and balcony was exceptinal
• Penelope (8/5): -
• Sharon (10/5): A comfortable apartment with a gorgeous view of the bay - Beautiful views, even in the torrential rain storm we experienced while staying there! Paula was a gracious and engaging host. We very much enjoyed the two nights we spent in her place.
• Gina (10/5): -
• Anne-Louise (9/5): - Location great. Good views, close to Opua ferry. Comfy beds. Well-equipped. Good shower. Can walk down through garden to start of track to Kororāreka. It was winter when we visited so it was a bit chilly. Fan heaters available for rooms but a bit noisy.
• Beeby (5/5): Very nice but could use a bit of an update - The view Heating
• Grahame (9/5): Superb - Very comfortable apartment with a beautiful view and a lovely deck to sit out. The kitchen had everything you needed for a stay plus plenty towels in the bathroom/laundry. The lounge was lovely and the bedroom very cosy with a super comfy bed. Paula's home baked muffins were delicious. We would definitely stay here again. The property is so handy for the Opua car ferry and Russell. We liked everything.
• Sarah (9/5): A restful place that had nature all around. - Location was stunning. The view of the Harbour with boats, sea and bush was wonderful. At night kiwi were calling all around. Mangrove groves on the beach. Also a wonderful garden to walk around
• Blake (10/5): There were dolphins swimming in the bay 10 mins away from the house. - Great spot, beautiful location, lovely host, spacious and well equipped. We would love to come back for longer next time.
• Michelle (9/5): Superb - Very accomodating host who was prompt to reply to messages and who organised a late checkout without any bother. The apartment contained everything that was needed and the complimentary muffins were appreciated. If you are looking for budget friendly apartment accomodation, this is a great, private location. The bottom carpark was very difficult to turn around in - would recommend using the top carpark!
• Don (9/5): Wonderful location with great amenities and a welcoming host, though the double bed was uncomfortabl - Excellent location in a quiet area, with a beautiful deck, garden, and scenic views. Well-equipped kitchen, comfortable lounge and bedroom, and charming artwork and decor throughout. The host was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The double bed was uncomfortable due to loose springs.
• Brigitte (9/5): Lovely location with good value accommodation - Location, convenience, ambiance
• Glenda (6/5): Overall it was good - The view from the balcony is amazing
• Nohmi (10/5): Beautiful experience - The view was absolutely spectacular. The accommodation was very clean & private. The host Paula was absolutely amazing. We were greeted with a yummy treat. And the whole experience was wonderful. Definitely recommend.
• Leanne (10/5): Perfectly located and the Russell village was only down the road. Hospitable host. - Location was perfect and quiet . Great to see the sunset and sunrise changing the outlook of the water view. A large and magical garden leading to the waters edge was lovely. Great and adequate facilities and kitchen . A well earned hot shower was perfect following our hiking. An extra bed was required at short notice so we used the couch which seemed comfortable, Thankyou very much to the Host (Paula) who was very communicative, flexible and available. Four square was only 8 mins down the road so we considered that to be handy. Tried out the local fish and chips in Russell. We loved that it had off road parking however it was a little tricky for the bottom carpark. We kept to the top car park for the duration which was no problem. We appreciated the muffins on arrival along with the cold water. We made an effort to conserve water . We considered there to be ample room for a group of 4. Nice to chill on the deck and also to see the birds and hear the birdsong.
• Cingolani (9/5): Value for money - The view Nice location nest and tidy
• Vicky (9/5): Very pleasant - Everything Nothing not to like
• Graham (10/5): Exceptional -
• Colleen (8/5): Our stay was comfortable and relaxing. - Liked the scrummy muffins The view The location The privacy Nothing
• Anthony (9/5): Superb -
• Louise (10/5): Exceptional - The location was excellent and the view was wonderful. Our host was so welcoming.
• Kevin (10/5): Back to Nature - It's got a lovely outlook of the bay, the Wekis were around from dawn and dust so that was cool to watch them. Some of the appliances need up grading. The bed was a bit creaky.
• Lyn (7/5): Good -
• Hans (10/5): Exceptional - All good and a very friendly and accommodating host. Thanks Paula, you may see us again. Cheers Hans and crew.
• Gabrielle (9/5): The perfect rest-stop on our hiking adventure, lovely laid-back hostess and great kitchen facilities - Spacious, well appointed, comfy beds, beautiful views and amazing breakfast! Would be great to have window screens to prevent bugs in room on a hot night
• Inge-ann (10/5): Lovely little getaway destination to unwind with loads to do in the area! - It was the best view from a comfy couch! It was exceptional in every way- no bad comments
• David (9/5): Beautiful views, great place to stay, deep clean would make the stay outstanding - Views, garden, host amenities etc all good The property was great but needs a thorough clean. Spiders in every corner of the rooms, I was bitten by something each night and we were visited by a few cockroaches. But overall it was great and we would def be back 😊
• Honorei (8/5): Beautiful stay - Perfect location. Beautiful views. Well equiped. Very nice host Beds were noisy, mattress a bit uncomfortable. Could hear footsteps above during night.
• Joanne (7/5): Good - The views were amazing. The host was very helpful and friendly. The apartment that we had was a decent size. You have to drive everywhere. The driveway down to apartment is very tight. The double bed , whilst comfortable was the squeakiest , noisiest bed ever. And the main one , it was advertised as a 2 bedroom apartment. When we arrived it had a single bed in the living area. We spoke to the host immediately who explained as we were only 3 of us ( 19 yr old daughter) she had left it like that , if there were 4 people she would open up the other room for which there usually is a charge? She did offer it to us for free but it is the other side of a staircase which is actually in her own house? And the door between needs to be shut? My daughter stayed in the single bed as didn't feel comfortable. This really wouldn't work with young children? I feel it really shouldn't be sold as a 2 bedroom? It worked really well for us as it was set up.
• Chris (7/5): Good -
• Kay (9/5): Would recommend this small apartment for any short term visit. - Did not have breakfast, location was great, view was lovely, lots of bird life. everything suited us well.
• Martyn (8/5): Very good -
• Warwick (10/5): Worth a return trip sometime. Beautiful. - Beautiful garden and view. Very comfortable and had everything we needed. Quiet surroundings.
• Riannon (9/5): Superb - The view from the balcony is spectacular the hostess is kind and helpful, even leaving us home cooked muffins and helping us with recommendations for a bay of islands cruise! As 3 adults the 2nd separate single bed in the living space/kitchen lacked a little privacy, but our hostess offered to open up the 2nd bedroom for a small extra fee before we even raised this as an option so we're then very comfortable. The washer worked well but the drier did not. Thankfully an airer and portable fan heater were on hand and sufficient.
• Grant (8/5): Fantastic view, quiet location, lovely host, very enjoyable -
• Christine (8/5): Very good -
• Tash (8/5): Beautiful view lovely host - Host was lovely, view was beautiful, kitchen had all the items we needed A little difficult to access bottom level with luggage but very good once you have everything in the house
• Cecilia (10/5): Exceptional -
• Stanley (9/5): Superb - Amazing location with access to beaches and transitional forest from totara to kauri. listened to kiwi and weka,
• Jarosław (10/5): Exceptional - Beautiful location and place. Very helpful host. I strongly recommend
• Rachel (9/5): Superb -
• Helen (8/5): Very good - Perfect location, views were to die for. Gardens were very beautiful
• William (10/5): Exceptional -
• Judy (6/5): Clean and tidy accomodation with facilities meeting our needs - Good basic accomodation. Location near to ferry helpful
• Ken (8/5): A very nice place for our overnight stay with great views off the deck and good privacy. - The location was good for us - views out over Okiato from the deck, easy walking access down to the bay. Everything we needed for out stay was there.
• Fay (8/5): A very pleasant place for a mini-break - beautiful views of bush and harbour. Peace and quiet Unit was equipped with all we needed No complaints
• Julie (10/5): It was perfect for a relaxing place while in the area. - We had our own breakfast. We enjoyed the welcome muffins.
• Robert (8/5): Very good -
• Julian (9/5): Superb - A very pleasant place to go and stay. Nice garden and close by a walking track that takes you through the forest. The local community are doing a great job at eradicating pests and invasive plants there. You would need your own transportation to stay there.
• Katrina (5/5): Disappointing - Great view from the deck. Close to ferry. Very tired, damp smell in cupboards and bathroom. Very uncomfortable couch. Cobwebs and spiders all over. Bed was noisy and uncomfortable and linen very tired. Would have been good to know that the property is in tank water so that you can factor this in your decision making when booking. host is lovely but dog barks a lot which isn’t great when they are upstairs.
• Chris (9/5): Superb -
• Ross (8/5): Warmly welcomed and enjoyed the quiet location. - It’s location A little tired but with updating would be superb.
• Michael (10/5): Perfect Getaway - It was all amazing. Views were breathtaking, and location was perfect
• Sarri (10/5): Absolutely loved our stay with Paula - Loved everything, stunning view and Paula was amazing to deal with. We added two people a week before and there was no issue.
• Bruce (8/5): Unit with a view - The location to the water and the view Reliance on tank water which meant short showers and unflushed toilets
• Donna (9/5): Love the stay, bed super comfy. - Beautiful view and lovely walk down to beach. Paula made us at home, check in very seamless. Would have liked to stay longer.
• Barry (7/5): Good -
• Beverley (10/5): Exceptional - A quiet peaceful location with a wonderful view and a short walk down the track to the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
• Emily (10/5): Exceptional - A slice of heaven!
• Tracey (9/5): Great accomodation for our little family and Paula was great at making sure we had everything we needed throughout our s - Love the beachy vibe and the surrounding garden. The view was so lovely and listening to the birds was just so relaxing.
• Viola (9/5): Wonderful view - Cozy, brightly furnished apartment in a quiet location, in the middle of a tropical garden with a fantastic view of the bay. Very friendly hostess. We loved sitting on the wooden terrace, listening to the birdsong and enjoying the beautiful view. We would have loved to stay longer. The car ferry is just around the corner.
• Susan (8/5): Incredible view - Truly amazing view and had all the things we needed.
• Andrea (10/5): AMAZING VIEWS - Lovely large property, really comfortable. Owner was brilliant and so friendly. The views were AMAZING. It's a most definite place to stay. Nothing
• Kathy (9/5): Superb - Lovely outlook, stunning garden
• Jacquie (7/5): Pipiroa Bay Homestay - The scenery was absolutely stunning. The garden and its many trails were fabulous, and once down to the beach, it was such a lovely contemplative place. Paula was so friendly and helpful and provided useful information in her information pack that was left for us to read. It was easy to check in, too. The accommodation is functional with all amenities readily available. It is basic compared to our previous accommodation in Milford. The only feedback for improvement I could give to Paula would be to check the cleanliness of the inside of the oven after previous guests had used it.
• Christopher (9/5): Superb -
• Helene (9/5): Superb -
• Soyoun (10/5): Exceptional -
• John (8/5): Very good -
• Sandra (9/5): Superb -
• Carl (7/5): Good -
• Océane (10/5): Exceptional -
• Judy (10/5): Exceptional -
• Bruce (10/5): Exceptional -
• Rick (10/5): Had the weather been better the full potential of the location could have been realised which was a - Host had muffins for us when we arrived which was a nice touch ! Breakfast was available but we chose to exhaust our provisions . Unfortunately for us the weather wasn't the best which limited our activities . A booked fishing charter was cancelled !
• Rochelle (7/5): Good -
• Sarah (7/5): Good -
• Kevin (10/5): Exceptional -
• Brent (10/5): Exceptional -
• Aditi (10/5): Exceptional -
• Yuejia (8/5): Fantastic view, but need a thorough cleaning - Good location. Tranquil surrounding. Fantastic view from the balcony. Well equipped, and have everything we need. Spacious lounge, kitchen, and bathroom. Dog friendly. Spacious area in the garden to walk around. Mouldy smell in the room and from the kitchencupboard, stained towels, countless mosquitoes' dead bodies on the ceiling of the bathroom, dirty washing machine inner drum.
• Christopher (9/5): A very relaxing stay. - Good view, good host. Nothing
• Mack (5/5): Passable - Location Cleanness there so many spiders and mosquitoes in every corner of the room. In addition on night time it’s just flying over us and make annoying voice
• Paul (8/5): Great views - Beautiful spot, fantastic views and a lovely welcoming hostess
• L (7/5): Good -
• Hine (10/5): Exceptional - The location, quietness, scenery, bush walk to the beach! Lest then a minute to the ferry! No spa pool!
• David (10/5): A quiet and relaxing place surrounded by native bush and animal species - The serenity of the surroundings. Nothing
• Sara (9/5): Superb -
• Siobhan (10/5): so blessed to have found this little pot of gold. - what a beautiful find. real little beauty spot!!
• Simpson (9/5): Superb - The warm welcome, artful decoration, kitchen provision, beds, garden to the bay, and superb view and were wonderful

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